Robert G. Strader - Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX

Professor: Robert G. Strader

Department: Computer Science

College: Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CSC333
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The best professor in the computer science department. He is willing to help you if you ask for it. He makes you feel like you are actually learning the material. I actively search for classes that belong to him so I will be prepared for other classes.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: 214
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I took many classes with Dr. Strader starting with 214, 241, 342, and 333. Everyone complains that Dr. Strader is unapproachable, but that's not true. While taking 333, I would often go to his office while he was eating lunch to ask for help and every time he gladly put down his lunch and helped me try to understand the concept I was unclear on.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CSC202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He knows his stuff, so he would be a tough grader. He is patient even with students,but don't take his class expecting you will pass with an "A". You should prepare before class starts. Take notes, go the AARC and study with classmates. Do use your resources.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CSC214CSC342
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Strader is an amazing professor who knows a lot about what he's talking about. I took him for the first time for CSC 214. While in the course, I had quite a few very stressful problems, but, a few semesters later, I remember most of what he taught when I need it. You learn a lot, but be prepared to study, show up, and talk to him to earn it.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CSC202
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I dropped his class once and had to retake it in the summer. BIGGEST MISTAKE EVER. Super tough professor, knows his stuff, but not great at explaining it. Programs are extremely difficult, doesn't really let you know what he expects from your programs until you've already failed them. If you take him, expect to teach yourself most of the material.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: 202
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

The beginning of the course is rough. After you see what he's expecting it gets better. Expect to work hard, and work a lot. If you don't understand something, go see him in his office. It's a tough class, but not impossible. You will learn a LOT. He definitely knows his stuff.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CSC214
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This course is incredibly difficult. Strader is a good guy but if you're used to getting A's this will be a bit of a challenge. Soooo much material.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CSC241
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Homework and programming assignments are due every week and when one is turn in, another is given to work on. He is very smart but the amount of information expected for you to know is a bit excessive. Turn in everything it helps!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CSC202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I'm a IT major..so computer programming is my thing, but i was not ready for Strader. I took his CSC 202 class. He knows Java like the back of his hand....but teaching it is a different story. Its almost like he throws you in an ocean and you dont know how to swim. If you take his class then be prepared for a tough semester.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CSC435
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If you take any of Dr. Strader's classes, you are in for a tough semester, let alone 2 Strader classes in the same semester. I took this with 441. Both were very hard classes with lots programming and homework. Tests are hard, but if you keep up with the reading, they aren't as bad. I made a C in his class but I know I learned a lot.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CSC202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Strader is an excellent professor, and I am very lucky to have been introduced to him so low in the department's courses. He KNOWS what he is talking about and grades everything promptly. Despite others claiming that he dislikes company, he's really a great guy to talk to for advice or questions about anything.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CSC202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Strader knows exactly what he is talking about all the time. Incredibly smart, tough, he wants documentation done correctly, exams generally have a curve of more than 10 points. Take him. He is an awesome professor.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CSC102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I wasn't looking forward to this class but I really enjoyed it while I was in it. Strader really helps if you go into his office and ask for help.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CSC435
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Awesome Prof. I have had him for about 4 classes now and he is my favorite in the department. He is a hard prof if you don't work hard, but if you have trouble with anything he will help you out. He is not always clear but if you keep at it he will find a way to make you understand.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CSC102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Warning! csc 102 is difficult. Strader does a good job covering the material. Must have the book. Tests are difficult. Note taking starts promptly at the begining of class. Strader will help you. Go and see him. He seems annoyed, talk with him anyway. Be ready to work if you take this class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CSC241
• 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:

The best computer science teacher!!!! Take him if he is offered!!!!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CSC220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

20 people signed up for this class at the first day of class and there are now 7 people left in it which 2 of those will fail....remaining 5 people ... 4/5 have already taken the class and failed with him last semester I plan on passing with a low C he is a very smart man but he just grades really hard...

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CSC102
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

got a "d" in csc102. darth strader strikes again. mabey programming is just difficult but the help was just not there.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CSC202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He gets better as you get to know him. VERY unhelpful...he'll get mad if you understand something...he is very very smart.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CSC241
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

You really learn a lot, but come prepared to work very hard. Very organized and clear. Moves fast, but his tests reflect exactly what he covers. Text is adequate. Cares, though demanding.