Obie Porteous

Prof Porteous has taught this class for many years and definitely knows what he's talking about. The class was fast paced but taught clearly and effectively. A lot of people are intimidated by his cold calling but I honestly didn't mind that part because it made people more engaged and was very low-stress and 0-stakes. He definitely does not give direct answers in office hours but I did find working with other students during this time was essential for success in this class.

Prof Porteous has taught this class for many years and definitely knows what he's talking about. The class was fast paced but taught clearly and effectively. A lot of people are intimidated by his cold calling but I honestly didn't mind that part because it made people more engaged and was very low-stress and 0-stakes. He definitely …Read more

This course was a requirement, but I really loved it. I learned a ton and it really helped clarify what I want to do moving forward. All of the subject matter was interesting and I still feel like I have a strong command of the material over a year later. The class is also one of the few classes where it’s mostly only IP&E majors, so the community was really enjoyable. Great experience!

This course was a requirement, but I really loved it. I learned a ton and it really helped clarify what I want to do moving forward. All of the subject matter was interesting and I still feel like I have a strong command of the material over a year later. The class is also one of the few classes where it’s mostly only IP&E majors, so …Read more

Professor Porteous is very passionate about the class and overall is a nice guy but the structure makes it hard to get a good grade. There are 7 problem sets graded for accuracy and exams are difficult. There is a final paper and no participation grade, with the minimum grade for an A being a 94.0 this makes it difficult but achievable.