Thomas Crock - University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Professor: Thomas Crock

Department: Mathematics

College: University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Loved Captain Crock's class! A ton of online homework and quizzes but his exams are easier than the online stuff is. He will extend any deadline if you ask, he just wants you to do well. Final is tough compared to the first 2 exams because he doesn't make it, but everything else is straightforward. Going to miss him next semester

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Crock, AKA Captain Crock, is everything but ordinary. He is very passionate about teaching and makes sure everyone understands the material before the exam. There is a lot of online homework, but in the end it is a great grade booster. His exams are very straight forward and he is overall a great prof. Would definitely recommend!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

There are tons of online assignments, but in hindsight they're great for practicing the material

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MATH031
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors I've ever had. His lectures are hilarious and explains everything clearly. Assigns a lot of homework at the end of lectures but if you start on it early enough, you won't be overloaded. Even extends deadlines for homework if you ask him.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Captain Crock is THE best prof I have ever had. He cares about his students and will re-open any homework and quizzes at any time. He doesn't take attendance so you don't have to go to lecture, but if you simply just show up and pay attention you'll do fine on exams. He gives lots of homework but it just helps you understand the material more.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Unfortunately I had to take a math class for my major. Captain Crock made it as easy and painless as possible. Theres a lot of homework but it gives you unlimited tries so you can get a 100% on every one, and quizzes have up to 3 tries, just stay on top of them. The exams are fairly easy as long as you review. Highly recommend.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MAT0025
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Didn't mind him as a professor but geez there is a ridiculous amount of math work, and they all ask the same thing it feels like

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MATH0025
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Ive always struggled with math but Captain made it a breeze! He is enthusiastic which helped. Homework done on WileyPlus which is a pain but at the end of day easy points. Let me emphasize I suck at math and got an F in pre-calc at Pitt so I was nervous for this. Tests are easy and fair if you do homework and pay even half attention to lecture.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MATH0025
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great guy, really cares about your grade and wants you to pass. Get ready for dad jokes, especially ship related ones since he is Captain Crock after all! The amount of online homework is ludicrous so keep up with it! Otherwise if you just need a math class, definitely take Captain.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MAT0025
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's one of the most likable people I have ever met. He's super hilarious and manages to make math fun, but I spent my weekend before finals week doing literally 500 math problems instead of studying for tests. But If you HAVE to take algebra like I did, he makes it almost bearable .

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Honestly the nicest professor I have ever had. He genuinely cares about your grade and will do whatever he can to make sure you don't fail. Yeah theres a lot of homework but it helps you learn

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MAT0025
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Captain Croc is a really nice guy. He wants you to pass and he makes sure you do. If people complain about too much homework it just means they didn't keep up. It isn't absurd at all and he extends the deadlines if you just email him (even AFTER homework is due). The tests are incredibly easy. If you fail the class you're not trying. He's great.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best math teacher Ive ever had. Would 100% recommend

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MATH0025
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy too much homework. made me want to drop out of college. you will regret not doing better on the math act/sat and contemplate your existence if you take this class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Captain Crock is one of the best math professors you can get. If you never had algebra before, he makes it easy. He cares a lot and loves to tell stories during class. Overall, Crock is one of the best professors I have had. He's always ready to help even though he has about 6 jobs.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MATH0025
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I really liked Dr. Crock. He's really disorganized and gives a ton of homework but means well and is willing to help you whenever you need it. Truly, he goes out of his way. If you keep up with the online homework and go to class, you will get a good grade. If you're taking math 25, he's a good choice

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MATH0031
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Interesting guy to say the least. He makes so many dad jokes and ship references, as well as calls himself "Captain". But he's honestly a great guy and his tests are not hard. Take him if you just need a math class to take. Homework is tedious but stay on top of it and you'll be fine.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MATH0025
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Online homework is tedious but it helps your grade. He's a very nice guy who knows math isn't your best subject. If you put in the effort, you'll do well in the class. I failed MATH0031 and got a B in this class so if I can do it, you can. Plus he curves so that helps out too

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MAT0025
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This class has A LOT of online homework, but other than that it is fairly easy. Mr. Crock is super nice and caring! He wants everyone to do well, and will help as much as possible. I only went to class once or twice out of the three days a week and am doing fine, but it took this because I'm not a math major. Simple if math isn't your thing.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MATH0025
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Gave over 1161 homework problems. There's never a time you won't be stressed about the Wiley plus online homework. But in the end he gives lots of extra credit. Very stressful class and tons of work.