David Kitlan - Pennsylvania State University - Harrisburg

Professor: David Kitlan

Department: TBD

College: Pennsylvania State University - Harrisburg

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Kitlan is among the best professors for IST/SRA/Cyber majors. He cares about the subject matter he is teaching and makes sure that the class is (for the most part) participating. If you disagree with him politically, good luck. He does go into politics during lectures to the point you would want to debate him. He never grades based on it, however.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: IST301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Kitlan is super understanding and helpful. As long as you put effort in, you will do fine.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: SRA111
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

As long as you have a good team, you will enjoy the class. 3 group projects, and open note tests (sometimes taken as a team). Seriously, if you need to fluff your grade, take the course.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I would not recommend this professor because the way he taught. He finished a chapter in less than 30 seconds. His test are online in class, and for our class, he allowed to take them in groups which were quite helpful, but on the test, there were very irrelevant question which can screw you over, and he would only give you 30 minutes to finish the test.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: IST110S
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Katlin is definitely one of the better professors at Penn State Harrisburg. I felt that I was given a good amount of time to complete his work and class never felt overwhelming. The group project also gave me new friends and people to interact with which was a excellent experience. Highly recommended.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Best Professor at Penn State Harrisburg. All test were open book (including open textbook). He gives you tons of extra credit opportunities. He's there for you 110% if you need him. Class is very relaxed. Make sure you do ALL assignments, and ASK if you are unsure of what to do. Would definitely take him again!!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: IST110S
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Good professor overall, all three tests are open note open book, though they are still very difficult. usually curves tests but not the semester. Group video project, make sure you like your group!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: SRA111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I recommend Dr. Kitlan. He is a great professor! Very helpful and understanding to life as a college student. Do your work and you will most likely receive a good grade.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: IST110S
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Kitlan's class is very relaxed. He's a very leanient grader as long as you put in the effort. Makes class fun and often brings snacks. Projects can be tricky, but can also be enjoyable. The only thing is he doesn't always explain the material well (skims through powerpoints); leaving you out to dry come quiz day.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: IST456
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Kitlan is a nice guy and easy to get along with. He is very kind and even brought us food to every single class. However, I feel like he grades some of the assignments a bit harsh and doesn't give a good explanation why. His teaching style is odd to say the least (class overviews, group tests & quizzes) but this often leads to easy grades

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: 230
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Really, seems like hes as lost in this class as the rest of us.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Probably the easiest computer class imaginable. If you know what a keyboard and mouse are, you should be able to pass the class with an A. If you struggle in this class, you shouldn't be at Penn State in the first place

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MIS204
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Good professor, talks a little quite so sit up front! Very helpful and he brings snacks to class almost ever week!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Terrible notes, test go off lectures. Good thing is he gives us food sometimes!!!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: IST230
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He cares alot about every students grade.This was stated that this is by far the hardest IST class during the 4yr degree term. He makes his class easier to understand in the mid semester by having students go to the board to show their work. You will pass if you study hard for the final and show him you really want to pass.Great teacher!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Meh. Not that hard. Not that easy. Moderately difficult. Professor knows his stuff. Would recommend.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: IST230
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Despite the reputation of being one of the hardest IST classes, Kitlan made it somewhat bearable. He went through many example problems...good because tests are open note. The 3 exams are very difficult, but Kitlan grades fairly and provides extra credit options. Do the homework! He often brings in snacks which is nice. Hard class, nice professor.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• 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:

This class was difficult but the teacher was extremely helpful. The quizzes are mostly focused on the material that we learned in class.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The projects that he assigns are easy. He is understanding and very nice. This class was boring, but if you can bear it, come to class, and take notes, the quizzes should be cake. A group video project counts as the final. It takes a lot of time, but it's not that difficult. He is very lenient on due dates. Kind professor, boring class.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: IST110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I don't know why everyone is saying he is easy. HE IS NOT EASY. However, he taught me well.