Malcom Kesson - Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA

Professor: Malcom Kesson

Department: Computer Science

College: Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: VSFX319
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Really no tags apply to this man. The class was alright, a bit challenging if your're not accustomed to programming. But he is helpful and will answer any questions. Have your things turned in on time or he has a hissy fit. Some days he comes in that way though so just try to stay out the way. Most times he's in an ok mood. Do the work, you'll pass

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: VSFX310
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This was matte painting and its normally taught by Ilardi, but the due to schedule changes, Kesson was put on board. This was not his subject, but not his fault. He did what he could and would even find tutorials, references, or guest speakers to answer questions. Great guy.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: VSFX319
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Malcolm is a wonderful professor. Beware, he will be angry if you don't do your work, and it will be embarrassing (speaking from experience). The amount of information he gives you in lectures is not a lot, but if you ask any questions about something, that becomes a very informative lecture itself and he typically explains it so everyone can hear

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: VSFX319
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Sit near the front and be respectful and he will be probably one of the best professors you will have. He will literally show you something that looks extremely complicated, but after about 30-45 minutes of explanation, it's super easy. He is very hands-on with his teaching methods and will absolutely help you one on one.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: VSFX319
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Be respectful and try your best is all he asks. You will get that and more in return. Is very intelligent in his field and wants to see you succeed. TAKE HIM TAKE HIM!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: VSFX705
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Easily one of the most intelligent teachers in the VSFX department. I took all of his grad level classes (502, 705, 755), and while the material is tough, he explains it in a way that makes it understandable. Focus is on aesthetic just as much as technical skills. He is not a hard grader but you need to show up and put your best effort.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: VSFX319
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Malcolm is the kind of professor who can draw a perfect circle on the whiteboard on his first try (legitimately, though). He's incredibly intelligent and has a lot to say about the class material. He's a no-nonsense sort of guy that won't pull your weight for you, and appreciates having your full attention during his lectures.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: TECH312
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Malcom can be a bit pri ckly at times, but taking the class is well worth it. He explains the material with a clarity and precision that is unparalleled. I also enjoyed his sense of humor, although it seemed I was alone in that regard.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: VSFX219
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The most intelligent human being on this planet.He created a robot named Kin.The robot has speech problems in English but is proficient in Mandarin & Cantonese chinese.His skin-shader is realistic and written with RSL.Dr.Kesson cares about the class a lot and explains everything perfectly.His drawings are neat.He needs some advances info to fix Kin

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: RENDERMANI
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Malcolm Kesson is a genius!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: RENDERMAN
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

knows his stuff, and cares a lot. Take him.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PROGRAMMINGMOD
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

A good guy, willing to help you 1 on 1... and you'll need it, cause this material is tough!! Beware of sweaty armpits... lol

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: COMPUTERANIMAT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Profesor Kesson is very helpful and interested, i got in contact with him via e-mail( I live in England, studying Computer animation at Bournemouth University) after following some of his tutorials on line. He took time to answer my questions. I am not even his student. Cutter is an awesome tool.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: RENDERMAN
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Kesson is the best teacher I had at SCAD. He is very smart and clever, but he hates slacker. Just do the work.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: OPENGL
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the best teachers I have had in my career as a student. He is a brilliant guy that can teach anyone how to program. He explained OpenGL in a way that was easy to understand. Thanks Malcom, you rock!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CMPA
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Teaches Renderman. I love his accent! He knows his stuff, and appreciates people interested in it. If you do the work and put effort into it you can't fail. If you don't like programming don't take this class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CMPA
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Awesome professor!