Professor: Tom Kirton
Department: Aviation
College: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL
Rating # 1
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: B-
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: No
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I don't care how nice and respected this man is it doesn't make him a great teacher. Take this professor if you want to teach yourself, figure things out as you go, and be left in confusion. He will set you up for failure. He doesn't make sure that students have the content locked down. Be ready for surprise homework on your weekends.
Rating # 2
Overview:
- Course: ASC101
- Grade Received: A+
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 1.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Great professor, makes things easy and very positive attitude.
Rating # 3
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Life's Good
Rating # 4
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: INC
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
AS121 professors allot two quizzes (Gleim quizzes and a reading quiz from PHAK primarily) before each class, however, professor Kirton does not require other additional homework. His energy at 6:45-7am is incredible, and his humor is contagious. Requires self study, then lecture reteaches subject.
Rating # 5
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: A+
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Took him for AS121 and AS221 and I would love to take him for even more classes, but unfortunately he doesn't take anymore. He will make the lectures really interesting with his stories that have a lot of lessons hidden in them. His tests are clear as he has a test guide and goes over all the important topics in the review classes.
Rating # 6
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
TK's an awesome professor. He has roughly 5 DECADES of aviation experience. If you don't understand something, just ask and he has no problem taking a little extra time to make sure you get it. Doesn't mind side-bar conversation if you're helping someone out or asking a quick question regarding the material. Good sense of humor to boot.
Rating # 7
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Very inspirational professor. You will definitely gain more interest in aviation by learning from this professor.
Rating # 8
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: C+
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Prof Kirtin is awesome! Punctuality is military style! If you are on time you are late! DO NOT MISS class! it's like NOT showing up to a military muster on time. Super knowledgeable and experienced. Engaging because of his funny corky humor during Pp. Love him. Exams are very difficult because tricky wording throws you off. Prepare to work for it.
Rating # 9
Overview:
- Course: AS221
- Grade Received: INC
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
I had TK (his nickname) for AS121 (Private Pilot Operations) last semester and am having him again right now (in his class right now actually) for AS221 (Instrument Pilot Operations). I did rate him before during my AS121 class here, and from that, I have nothing to change of that rating. He's still really funny and a great professor! Take him!!!!!
Rating # 10
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Great professor! I had him for both AS 121 and AS 221. He cares about his students and truly enjoys teaching. He is extremely knowledgeable and willing to help students succeed. I absolutely recommend professor Kirton!
Rating # 11
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: B
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
recommended 5/7
Rating # 12
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: Not sure yet
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Professor Kirton is a good choice to start. I recently came into Riddle with no flight experience, and he makes AS121 entertaining and comprehensible. As a tyro in Aeronautical Science, the class has plenty of "foreign language/terms", but he makes it understandable and actually enjoyable to learn. He teaches well; he is altruistic - take him! :)
Rating # 13
Overview:
- Course: AS221
- Grade Received: B
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Since the dawn of aviation, Tom Kirton has been flying. His decades of flying instruments has made him a beacon of hope for the suffering instrument students. If you take this man, you will laugh, you will cry, you will endure frustration, you will be inspired. Prepare for the best.
Rating # 14
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: A+
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 1.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Kirton is BY FAR the best teacher you can take for AS121 & AS221. He will help you out with anything at all if you come to his office hours. He also really cares about the students and is extremely passionate about aviation. TAKE KIRTON!!!
Rating # 15
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: A+
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 1.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is the best professor in the university. His lectures are are very good and is ready to help students. He is also a lenient grader, so you can except good grades.
Rating # 16
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: B-
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Great professor. His passion is contagious. He has so many funny and cool stories. If you are in ROTC or Sports he is very accommodating and will cut you some slack as long as you are doing what you are supposed to. He's very willing to work with a student and doesn't mind extending due dates.
Rating # 17
Overview:
- Course: AS221
- Grade Received: A-
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: Yes
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Hilarious dude. A lot of his lectures were stories, but he still got to most of the material. If you do your own studying you will have no problem getting an A in the class. Really good mentor, and is always there to help even after you finish the class. "God bless a fat cow" -T Kirton
Rating # 18
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Tells fantastic and funny stories with his lectures and really breaks down the material and makes it easy to remember. If you do all the assignments without cheating on them you will easily learn the material for the tests and the final gleim. I would definitely take him again!
Rating # 19
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 1.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Professor Kirton is hands down one of the best AS professors at Riddle. He has a great attitude, excellent grading, and a great opportunity to gain extra credit. He has a lot of experience and will not lead you astray. Take if you have the opportunity for AS121 or 221.
Rating # 20
Overview:
- Course: AS121
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 1.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: Yes
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He is an awesome Prof. You will Learn a lot and enjoy at the same time.
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