AI Rate Professor

Computer Information Systems

Kevin Metcalf

CIS33B · INTROINTR · CIS18A · D018A · 22 lifetime ratings

AI rating
97/100
RMP rating
4.9/5
Take again
100%
Difficulty
2.7

The decision

if you want a highly respected professor but still expects real effort.

Best fit · Hardcore LearnerOutstanding LecturerClear ExplanationsHelpful And ResponsiveChallenging But Worth ItReal-World Expertise
  • Students overwhelmingly describe Metcalf as one of .
  • The class can move fast and , and command memorization.
  • Strong teaching and fair structure make the challenge feel worthwhile.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

FairEffort

68/100

A strong grade is very possible, but students need to keep up with , and .

Online evidence shows A+ outcomes with focused study, while but not effortless.

Is the course easy?

Standard

52/100

The because he teaches well, but , and fast summer pacing create real challenge.

Online reviews call lectures accessible, while , and challenge.

Is attendance flexible?

Varies

45/100

as mandatory, some as not mandatory, and many older reviews do not provide a .

Online reviews mostly report non-mandatory attendance, while .

Is this professor recommended?

MustTake

99/100

Students recommend him because , and unusually engaging for technical courses.

Both online and providing the larger evidence base.

Course guide

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Grading

Fair

70/100

Grades look fair and achievable, but reviews emphasize doing the work and learning the .

Format shift

Online reviews include several A+ grades, while and more challenge.

Workload

Moderate

55/100

The , and exams, but students usually call it manageable and useful.

Format shift

Online reviews mention reading and straightforward labs, while and heavier summer intensity.

Teaching experience

Excellent

98/100

Students repeatedly praise his clarity, preparation, humor, expertise, responsiveness, and ability to make hard material understandable.

Format shift

Both formats show excellent teaching, with .

Assessment method

Balanced

62/100

Assessments combine , and tests.

Format shift

Online evidence highlights quizzes, lectures, labs, and exams, while , and finals.

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Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

18 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Hardcore Learner

In-person reviews are extremely strong and emphasize engaging , and meaningful challenge.

Main concern

The pace can be fast, especially in summer, and students must keep up.

What students said

“Yes, his class is a little tough, but it makes it all the more rewarding if you do well.”
CIS18A
“Do all the work and you'll do great.”
CIS18A
“ and straightforward, but appropriately challenging”
CIS33B

Remote format

Online

4 reviews

Medium confidence · Best fit for Beginner Friendly

Online reviews praise , and strong support for beginners.

Main concern

Students , and command details carefully.

What students said

“Professor Metcalf creates lecture videos that go in-depth on the ”
CIS18A
“ and they make it easier to understand Unix/Linux”
CIS18A
“On the ”
CIS18A

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

Reviews show standard technical-course exams and exams, or Lockdown Browser.

QuizzesMidtermFinalCommand MemorizationTests Keep Pace

Assessment risk

Standard

55/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

, and one final, but do not clearly prove open-book or closed-book policies.

Daily QuizzesTestsMidtermFinal
“ but really assure that you know the material.”
CIS18A
“Normally there will be 1 quiz, 2 labs and a hw per week. 1 midterm and 1 final.”
CIS33B
“the .”
CIS18A

Online

Online reviews mention quizzes, lectures, exams, and command memorization, but .

QuizzesExamsCommand Memorization
“Pay close attention to the quizzes and lectures when studying.”
CIS18A
“On the ”
CIS18A

Student evidence

See what students actually said.

Top student voice

“Hands-down the .”

Voice snapshots generated from 22 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and recommendation strength. Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

98/100

“His lectures are excellent, with as well as sample code.”

👍 Recommendation Rate

99/100

“ if you have the chance!”

📚 Challenge Level

52/100

“Yes, his class is a little tough, but it makes it all the more rewarding if you do well.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • Kevin's passion for Linux is so remarkable that his teachings are simple, fun, and clear.
  • He knows what he is teaching and .
  • Teaching was straightforward and easy to follow along.

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty And Work

  • Do all the work and you'll do great.
  • The and straightforward.
  • The class is intensive but

Theme 3

❤️ About Support And Character

  • and is super specific in his explanations when helping students.
  • Professor was always willing to answer any questions.
  • Kevin grades fairly, goes out of and help people learn

Data context

See exactly what the AI read.

Analysis sample

22

Recent reviews read by the AI

22

Lifetime ratings

91/100

Evidence confidence

Twenty-two reviews across a long time span are unusually consistent about excellent teaching and fair challenge.

Inside 22 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 521
4 out of 51
3 out of 50
2 out of 50
1 out of 50

Course coverage

CIS18A15 reviews
CIS33B5 reviews
D018A1 review
INTROINTR1 review

Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

10 reported outcomes

A range

8

A+ 5 · A 3

B range

1

B+ 1

C range

1

C+ 1

D range

0

No reported values

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

0

No reported values