Joseph Slater - Wright State University

Professor: Joseph Slater

Department: TBD

College: Wright State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ME3210
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is very clear but isn't that helpful, spends time confused looking at you work. He says that he is but really isn't. His grading is inconsistent and incorrect. He looks for what he wants to see and will lower your grade even if it is all correct or 90% complete. He says very bad jokes, and forgets things he says once he leaves the classroom.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: 7690
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors at Wright State. Makes you work as well as think. Projects are tough but you will learn a lot. Study before going to class to follow better. He is helpful wen approached during office hrs. He comes off rude but that's how confident people come off when they know what they are talking abt. He knows the subject in n out!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ME460
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Take his classes if you can! He eschews the math-heavy textbook derivations for real-world applications from industry. He will teach you aspects of Vibrations that might actually help you fix things intuitively!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ME460
• 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:

Great teacher!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ME460
• 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:

AWESOME!!!!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ME460
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

The course is difficult, but Mothra is a great teacher. I would definitely take him for another course.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ME460
• 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:

Because you needed a chili pepper. (For energy, to fight godzilla)

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ME460
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Consistig of all around badassery Dr. Slater is a good teacher. People say he's is cocky, well that's how you come off when you actually know what you are talking about. The material is hard and that is why the class is hard, the difficulty has nothing to do with his teaching. Honestly laughed at his jokes, guess i'm lame haha

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ME460
• 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:

Excellent professor. One of WSU Engineering Dept's best. If you have the option, take him. The students who dont like him typically dont understand the material and are too proud to ask for help (or they just dont like his dry sense of humor). Take the opinions of those who had him for 212 with a grain of salt, they havent had a hard class yet.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ME213
• 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:

He is a pretty tough professor and expects a lot out of his students. I definitely learned more from his class than any other so if you actually give a crap about what you're learning, slater is one of the best professors you can take.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ME212
• 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:

About 1/3 to 1/2 of our class had to retake. The material is rushed which is most likely not Slater's fault. He encourages students to meet with him. If you do you will have a high chance of passing. His grading system is a bit unusual. The final will destroy even the brightest students. Difficult class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ME212
• 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:

One of the best teachers I've had in awhile. The class is very difficult, but he always makes time for his students outside of class. Makes great effort to help students understand, esp in office hours. Class is rushed (10 chapters, 10 weeks), but if you practice and go for help, you'll get through it. You can't pass this class without hard work.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ME213
• 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:

Very good teacher. Will not give you an "A" you have to earn it. Learned A LOT. Has a since of humor you have to get to like him.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ME660
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Easy to understand and helpful in doubts

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ME360
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I learned more in this class than all of my previous ones combined (and I'm a senior). Anytime I didn't understand something, Dr. Slater was completely understanding and helpful. The people that stated he wasn't helpful just weren't willing to work hard...and believe me, his classes are tough, but not impossible with a good attitude and hard work.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ME212
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Slater is a challenge. He definately seems to have forgot what it's like to be an undergrad, having expectations more suitable to graduate studies. That said, he won't leave you in the dust. If you need help, just ask. By far one of the best professors for one who cares about their education.but the amount of homework he gives is obsene.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ME660710
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He expects a lot from his students, which is a refreshing change from being spoonfed. He is clear about his expectations from the start, which makes it easier to achieve a lot.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ME212
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Only wanted to talk about himself.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ME212
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If you take his class, bring a shoe horn to wedge yourself in the classroom. His ego does more than fill the room. ...And answering emails to berate students isn't helpful.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ME212
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

It would have helped if he would have showed up. He missed 3 classes. It would have helped if he liked more than the sound of his own voice. He may answer email, he may keep office hours, but unless you want to be made to feel 3 feet tall all the time and told to go do it on you own, don't bother.