Darin Combs - Tulsa Community College, Tulsa, OK

Professor: Darin Combs

Department: History

College: Tulsa Community College, Tulsa, OK

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HIST1053
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Combs is one of the best teachers I have had so far at TCC. His lectures are never boring, he is quite funny, and he will answer every question you have. If you take good notes you will not fail. He lectures based off the book so if you miss a class period you wont be entirely lost. I highly recommend!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HIST313
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Combs always comes into class with a smile on his face and a good attitude. He can be sarcastic and teases students a lot, but it's all in good fun. He's very lecture heavy and teaches up to the last second, but he relates the material to everyday life and makes it understandable. He doesn't just hand out A's, you need to work for your grade.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POL1113
• Grade Received: D+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

tests and lectures didnt always mesh. other work was not clear. not very understanding when problems arise

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HIST1483
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Fantastic teacher! He is always happy to help and

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: HIST1063
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Amazing lectures. Makes history interesting and relevant by comparing it to modern parallels. Don't miss class though. He tests more from lectures than from the book.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIST1492
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is tough but fair. Take notes on his lecture & you will pass his tests and quiz's. He is a snarky butthole but it is funny. If you cannot stand that kind of person you will not enjoy his class. If you can't help missing a class, make sure you can get notes from someone. I'm taking more of his courses for my humanities credits.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: HIST1483
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Combs was a great Civil War professor. He really knows his stuff. In order to pass the tests and quizzes, keep up with your notes and read the book. There are a couple take home quizzes throughout the semester, which are good to boost your grade up a little:)

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POLS1113
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He managed to make government fun. He's a great professor, in my opinion. I'm taking him again this semester for his Modern Western History class.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GOVPOS1113
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

The best teacher ever, he is kind, funny and respects the students opinions.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POL1113
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He s the most even sided government teacher I have ever had. I enjoyed his lectures and his test were easy if you study his power points.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: HIIST1493
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Combs was an amazing professor! I absolutely loved his class. He brought history to life and made it really fun to learn! There were a few take-home quizzes, but they're to boost your grade. Make sure to at least glance at the textbook because there are some questions on the tests that won't be from the lecture.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HIST1483
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Your grade in the class entirely relies on the 4 tests you take. There is almost no homework or assignments (great if looking for a light course load) but I thought it was pretty unfair. He always uses the entire class period for lecture and usually will not provide study guides or visual aids. Was hard to stay awake. "Old-fashioned" as he put it.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HIST1483
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He is funny and jokes around with you. You miss class, you may miss a quiz or miss a lot of information. No real reviews except for telling you how many questions there will be and what chapters to study. Long lectures and most questions come from your notes.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HIST1492
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's is a good teacher who knows the subject well, but I would not take him if you do not want to earn your grade. Pay attention and participate during lecture and you will do well. I never read any of the book and studied based off my notes and did well. I did take modern western civilization in high school though, so I had some knowledge.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: HIS1053
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Combs is an amazing instructor who has a wealth of knowledge of history which he utilizes to teach his class incredibly well in my opinion. He doesn't give out homework but he does expect you to keep up with reading. His lectures are very important and most of them will appear on his tests. Overall great guy and great teacher.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HIST1483
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

His lectures are awesome! His tests are difficult. If you skip class, you will miss something important.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HIST1483
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Amazing

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: HIS1053
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Combs is a great professor. This class is not a blowoff class though. Get the book and be ready to read. Class is made up of 3 tests, 5 quizzes, and a short essay. He is very good about responding to emails, and answering any question in or out of class. Tests are tough so be sure you keep up on your reading. Watch out for pop quizzes.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POLS1113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Smart guy. I am a smart kid, i have had a 4.0, not sure if im going to end with one in his class though, hes a tough teacher, you will learn a lot, but do not expect a blowoff class. Your grade comes from 3 tests, quizzes, and an essay. So if you dont do good on everything good luck getting an A. I would say most people get a C in his class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POLS1113
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He has a strong opinion and involves the class in all discussions . Has pop quizzes and some exams . His tests are tough ! He gives you 2 right answers and wants you to know which one is better .