Gustavo Dietrich - University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (all campuses)

Professor: Gustavo Dietrich

Department: TBD

College: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (all campuses)

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CSCI2380
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Class was so difficult. Barely getting into computer science major and he wasn't motivational at all. "use your head" is all he would say during class. Glad I changed to accounting.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1380
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took my first cs class with him and actually learned so much from him.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Dietrich is super caring and takes time to answer every question you have. There's 2 lab assignments due every week where we practice what we learned the previous week and he pretty much walks us through the assignment. I will say that you have to understand what you're learning and really try if you want to get the A tho

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CMPE1370
• 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 the best professor that the college of computer science has. He does a great job getting students introduced to computer science. His class isn't easy, but you will learn a lot. He also motivates students (usually freshmen) in his class to apply for internships, something that a lot of UTRGV people don't do and value.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• 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:

You have 20 labs, 4 homeworks and 3 exams. You also have an assesment program at the end of each exam which affects ALL YOUR GRADES if you fail this code, even if you have a 100 on all the homeworks and labs, you will loose those grades because he multiplies the labs and HW with this assesment program grade, this is UNFAIR. Take someone else!!!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1301
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Online class it's not good at all. We use lockdown browser for the exam, but there are 4 sections, so, you have to close and open LDB 4 times, plus ,do the video and photo stuff also 4 times. We loose a lot of time, time that we can use doing the exams. I won't take futher classes with him, he is a nice guy, but I hate his teaching method.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CSCI2380
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He loves teaching. He has an Outstanding Teaching award from the board of regents for a good reason.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CS2380
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

you will get a good amount of assignments, and they usually have a certain trick to it that keeps you at it longer than you expect to. But an A is very possible, do the code analysis reviews, and participate because he takes account of who does. Some concepts drag on but that can also be for the best. very caring, Overall a solid choice for CS2

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great prof. Not an easy A though, I worked harder for this class than any other I've taken, including Cal II. You learn the fundamentals really, really well in this class. Heavy on assignments, this class taught me time management bc procrastinating is what will kill you in this class. Not too difficult, not easy either.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1170
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Hes a great professor, really goes in depth in the lectures Dont miss any days cause every day new content is discussed Theres about 20labs, 2 every week and 4 homework assignments It really isnt much if you stay on top of it The homework assignments are a bit tougher but you have a partner and is doable. strict about no phones, dont use it

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CMPE1170
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Although I have not taken the lecture portion of his class, I went to his office when I whenever I was struggling, and he helped me become a better programmer as a result. He has high standards when it comes to assignments, but he does care for his students. I would take his class again for sure!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Do your part, and you will pass, he is an excellent instructor and I learned a lot from him. Just do your homework and lab assignments, and study hard, and you will pass.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dietrich is an amazing professor! He explains the material very well, and will always take any questions and make sure that they are answered. He helps those who don't understand in class.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• 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:

I took Professor Dietrich for both CSCI 1101 and CSCI 1370. Intro was easy as long as you listen to what he is asking for and do all the assignment and study. In 1370 make sure you do the assessment program which can be challenging if you dont study and is multiplied times your lab grades. Be ready to spend a good amount of time on work.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1101
• 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:

Gustavo is the GOAT of the computer science department

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Halfway throughout the semester for my CS1 course, and I am enjoying it so far. If you are passionate about CS you will find it alright. Sometimes it gets kind of boring, but he is pretty passionate himself about the subject. Grading system is ehh. Could be better. He allows for anonymous feedback though, which is nice.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CSCI2380
• 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:

As usual he expects a lot from his students but he also cares about them. He is more than eager to help except if you're expecting to be given the solution to the problem directly. The book is optional but I recommend reading it. Also, don't procastinate on the homework. Start it as soon as he assigns it or you'll regret it.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CMPE1370
• 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:

He's an amazing professor. You have to take 20 labs which you use what you learned from the lectures which aren't too difficult. Tests are alike the study guides. One problem with him maybe is how overwhelming his lectures can be which I think is the usual for learning coding. He shows examples of each concept and explains to every detail. Take him

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CSCI2380
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You're basically teaching yourself. If you have no prior knowledge of basic data structures or algorithms, you'll probably fail this class. 15 homeworks, one for every week, weekly quizzes, and three exams. If you ask for help, he'll give you crappy advice like "think abstractly" and "do ur best". Unmotivating!!! Take ANY other professor.!!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CSCI1370
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor! Gives a lot of labs but they're okay and will be working with a lab partner in some lab homework. Test are easy if you study the review, most would say it's just memorizing but if you know you're stuff going over it twice is okay. If not study it or memorize super easy. Lectures are simple and he gives a lot of examples.