4.2

Bartlomiej Podlesny

Mathematics - College of the Desert (all campuses)

4.2
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
70%
Would Retake
107
Reviews
4.2
Quality
3.2
Difficulty
4.2
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

70%

Would Retake

107

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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107 total ratings

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What Students Say

would not recommend this class to anyone

MATH005 - 2.0 rating

You are expected to remember everything

MATH05 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

86%

Textbook Required

65%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 42 grades
Most common grades:
A (17)
B (10)
Drop/Withdrawal (6)
Grade Distribution
A(19)B(12)C(2)D(7)F(3)A-/B+(5)
Based on 55 reported grades
A: 17
B: 10
Drop/Withdrawal: 6
B+: 5
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (11)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (9)
Clear grading criteria (8)
Caring (8)
Lecture heavy (8)
TEST HEAVY (7)
Respected (6)
Tough grader (6)
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Reviews (106)
5.0
2.0
MATH54
Sep 14, 2005

he is a really good teacher, he help us whenever we need it!!! keep up the new work. I know u r new, but u r doing great!! =-)

4.0
3.0
MATH40
Dec 17, 2005

Mr.Podlesney is a good teacher his tests are just a little hard but he cares about the students learning I've taken other teachers for math and he's the best so far!!

5.0
2.0
MATH666564
Mar 19, 2006

Mr. Bart explains everything CLEARLY. Math, as he explains it, is easily understood. He's very helpful and willing to work with you until you DO understand the concept.

4.0
2.0
MATH1
Sep 26, 2006

Very nice professor- I took him during the summer at another school and he was very dedicated to teaching. I recommend him to anyone who has trouble with math!! Workload is fair and tests are manageable if you study. He's very charming as well:)

5.0
4.0
MATH54
May 17, 2007

HE is nice guy

5.0
2.0
MATH54
Jul 21, 2007

This is the 2nd time I've taken one of his classes and hopefully he'll be teaching Math 40 in the fall. He's a great teacher! Just keep up with your homework and ask questions when something isn't clear and you'll be successful.

1.0
5.0
MATH54
Jul 27, 2007

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4.0
4.0
MATH54
Feb 7, 2009

Mr. podlesny is dedicated to math, if you know the material i strongly suggest you talk to him. he is a very aproachable teacher.

5.0
5.0
MATH001A
Mar 2, 2009

Great professor. Dedicated mathematician. Explains clearly and takes time to answer questions during the class. Homework is crucial to pass the tests.

4.0
4.0
MATH54
May 1, 2009

he is a great teacher who is very dedicated. he is willing to help in any way if you are willing to work. he is tough, and his tests are hard, but he is very approachable. just make sure you come to class cause if you don't you will get behind! one of the better math teacher for sure!

5.0
3.0
MATH054
Jun 24, 2009

He is an amazing teacher! He explains the material extremely well, answers any question u have during and at the end of the class. With questions during lecture, if even 1 person still doesn't understand after 2 or 3 times of him explaining how to do it, he'll have the person make a note and talk later so that that person will leave knowing it.

5.0
3.0
MATH54
Jul 23, 2009

He is one of the best instructors I have ever had. He explains everything thoroughly and loves what he teaches. You have to do the work to pass, but he is very approachable and will help in any way possible. He has a very sexy accent. I strongly suggest taking this class with him. He is a very knowledgeable as well as a very nice person!

5.0
3.0
MATH54
Aug 4, 2009

Awesome instructor! Very easy to understand and is willing to explain until you get it.

5.0
4.0
MATH54
Nov 12, 2009

He is a great math Prof... best i have had at cod... You have to do the work in class and homework... His test are a little hard... and if you dont pass his class it is because you didnt put the time into it... I didnt pass the class the first time i took it with him but i take responsiblity for not passing...

5.0
2.0
MATH6837
Mar 4, 2010

He is a good math professor If you want help he is ready to help and is very approachable very nice!!

4.0
2.0
MATH066
May 20, 2010

He is a good professor. He explains the work in good details and is there to help you.

1.0
5.0
MATH057
May 20, 2010

He had no control over the class I was in. The talking, cell phone calls, texting, giggling etc never ceased. Even during tests it was as noisy as a nightclub. I got A's on the internet ONLY homework but couldn't keep track of a damn thing in his circus like classroom so I dropped the class.

5.0
2.0
MATH66
May 24, 2010

He is a great professor. I have always had a hard time in Math, but I have an A in his class because he takes the time to explain everything and he is very nice. If you need an extension on your homework he will give it to you. His tests and quizzes are not to hard. I recommend him.

5.0
4.0
MATHMATI
Nov 14, 2010

He is a very good teacher. math 40 is hard. He is Hot!!!

5.0
4.0
MATHALGE
Nov 14, 2010

He is a very good teacher. math 40 is hard. He is Hot.

5.0
4.0
MATHALGE
Nov 14, 2010

I think He is a very good teacher. For me math 40 is hard.

5.0
3.0
MATH54
Dec 17, 2010

I've met few professors who teach math clearly and that are willing to help you until you understand. If you go everyday and take good notes you'll do fine!

5.0
1.0
MATH54
May 22, 2011

is a great teacher, clear lessons.

5.0
2.0
MATH6807
May 25, 2011

Professor Podlesny is the most dedicated Professor I've met. He is willing to help you in any question you have. If you are behind math, he is the guy to come to. Do homework, ask question and you will get an A on his class guaranteed.!!!!

5.0
3.0
MATH40
Jun 19, 2011

Still Amazes me how many professor really dont know "how to teach" math. But with Podlesny, he is always willing to help, lectures are clear, throws in the humor, and fair grader. Love this guy.

5.0
2.0
MATH60
Sep 8, 2011

he was cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

5.0
2.0
MATH060
Nov 23, 2011

Awesome teacher.....will explain until you fully understand. Hw is on the internet which makes it easy! Easy a if you pay attention

5.0
2.0
MATH60
Nov 28, 2011

He id really helpful and explains very well.

5.0
2.0
MATH40
Dec 6, 2011

He is a great math professor! He goes above and beyond to help the students fully comprehend the material, and he is such a nice and friendly person. He tends to make jokes during lecture and keeps the class interesting most of the time. You will not need a textbook in his class, and he also has an in class tutor :D

5.0
1.0
MATH70
Dec 7, 2011

he was awsome!!! i recommend his class too bad he does not offer math 60 monday's and wednesday :( but if you get a chance to take his class please do it great!!!

5.0
3.0
MATH40
Mar 17, 2012

I took Mr. Podlesny for math 60, math 54, and math 40. He is a great professor. He is very helpful and has time to help his students when needed. I am also currently taking Math 10 online with him and he's available through email or office hours constantly and consistently. I would recommend this professor.

5.0
2.0
MATH040
May 21, 2012

This is my first time taking math with Professor Podlesny and I enjoyed it very much! He is a great math teacher and always makes the problems much clearer.

4.0
3.0
MATH40
May 28, 2012

He is really good! I recommend you take him for any math! STUDY STUDY STUDY for his tests!

5.0
3.0
MATH40
Jun 16, 2012

Best teacher I've had in math. Took him for math 60, 54 and Math 40. I hated math before this, he made it so much easier to understand, and explained it very well. Homework is done online and book is not needed. Must study for exams and quizzes. Homework if the best study guide. Overall great!! GET HIM!

5.0
2.0
MATH040
Aug 10, 2012

He is THE best math professor. His exams are simple to solve and are based off the homework he gives and what he writes on the board. If you study for his math class you will pass with an A. It is a very smooth class and he always available after class and office hours. I wish he was teaching my next math class! A+++++

5.0
3.0
MATH040
Dec 31, 2012

He is a great teacher!! i took him for all my required math classes because he was very helpful and explains things well. He works hard to insure that every student under stands the concepts that he is teaching. Take his class!!!

5.0
2.0
MATH70
May 7, 2013

Great Professor!I hate math, but he made it seem soooo easy. I highly recommend taking him:)

5.0
3.0
MATH054
May 23, 2013

Amazing professor! Everything you read about him here is true! HOT!! ;-)

5.0
1.0
MATH7060
Oct 17, 2013

Words cannot explain how grateful I am for Mr. Podlesny. Never in my life have i ever had a teacher this good. I went from knowing nothing about math in math 70 to understanding. On top of being a great math teacher, he is so nice and he likes to help!

5.0
2.0
MATH05
Grade: B+
Nov 27, 2013

moves very fast during lectures so you are copying everything he writes the entire lecture. weekly quiz's on prior week's sections and 3 non-cumulative exams and a cumulative final. no midterm. not an easy class so you have to be dedicated to do the homework so you understand. he can be very funny.

5.0
2.0
MATH040
Grade: B
Jan 30, 2014

He is very clear when he lectures and if you don't understand you can ask him at anytime; he won't make you feel dumb or anything. Obviously, you will need to study to pass the tests and final. He does grade fairly, and tries to make the lectures really easy for everyone to understand, great professor.

5.0
1.0
MATH40
Grade: C+
May 13, 2014

Good understanding :)!!

2.0
5.0
MATH54
May 29, 2014

DO NOT TAKE HIM FOR MATH 54!First, I would like to say that what he teaches you in lecture is not the same as the homework or the quizzes/exams. The final is extremely hard and its worth 35% of your grade. You're better off taking someone else.

3.0
3.0
MATH005
Grade: D
May 29, 2014

He can be really fast and sometimes it feels as if he is being rushed. He doesn't go over the homework from the previous day which is a problem if you needed help on some problems. You have to make sure to do your homework every day or it can be easy to fall behind.

2.0
4.0
MATH05
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 2, 2014

I'd spent a good 5 hours of homework EVERY DAY apart from class time.He really knows his stuff so well that he'll forget to tell you a theorem until a day AFTER struggling with the homework. He DOES try to help you but his accent makes comprehension difficult. Very demanding class. I used to like math, not anymore. Oh and WEBASSIGN! YUCK!

4.0
3.0
MATH54
Grade: F
Jul 5, 2014

Very humble person. Easy class if you pay attention. We need more people like this i recommend the class.

4.0
2.0
MATH54
Grade: F
Jul 5, 2014

Very humble person. We need more teachers like him. I recommend him.

2.0
5.0
MATH50350
Jul 14, 2014

Very good teacher but he teaches and goes too fast through the lectures, I spent the whole time writing notes without pausing or giving us enough time to understand what he was writing on the board. I do not recommend this teacher if you are a visual learner.

5.0
4.0
MATH005
Jul 30, 2014

Great professor. Not easy but if you study and keep up with homework you will be OK.

5.0
1.0
MATH10
Sep 7, 2014

Greatest Math teacher of all time! Uses MyMathLab and don't need book. If he's teaching your math, TAKE HIM.

3.0
4.0
MATH010
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 29, 2014

An OK teacher. Can be funny. Take him if you must.

5.0
1.0
MATH54
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2014

He makes sure we understand what he teaches us. He also has an awesome accent:)

5.0
1.0
MATH005
May 18, 2015

I took math 5 and I like his method of teaching , because it is very close to my teachers from my country. He is there if you need something. He spent time to explain the chapters and he teach rotation of a conic. :) I would like him to teach 1A 1B , because he explaine very well.

5.0
1.0
MATH054
Grade: A
May 28, 2015

He is a good professor and his lectures are easy to understand. If you need help he is always there to answer your questions. The tests are a bit tough, but if you study there is no reason why you shouldn't pass. We didn't need to buy a textbook because it came with the code for webassign.

5.0
1.0
MATH60
Grade: A
Jun 16, 2015

His lectures are amazing, there crystal clear, he never leaves you confused and he honestly really tries with everyone. This was his routine Lecture, Class Examples, Independent Examples, And quiz the next day! So it was so much practice that there was no way you wouldnt get it! He walks around during examples to help! This Professor cares!

5.0
4.0
MATH40
Grade: B
Jul 21, 2015

There was times when the materials covered got hard but don't hesitate to ask for help he always helps his students. Expect quizzes every week and online homework, he only does this to help you remember the material for the exams. he is a great teacher and i would totally take a course with him again if i had the chance

4.0
4.0
MATH010
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2015

I have taken all my required Math classes with him simply because he is the BEST math professor I've had. If you want to learn math, I really recommend him. He is always available to answer questions and ensures you know the material. His lectures are very clear. I will take math all over again with him because of his teaching style.

5.0
4.0
MATH054
Grade: A
Jul 28, 2015

Great lectures, always available. Grades material clearly for you to see your mistakes and practice. He is great but you have to study if you want a good grade. Good thing about him, he is there for you if you ask for help.

5.0
2.0
MATH54
Nov 18, 2015

Great lectures. Gives example on the board. Makes sure that everyone understands the lesson before moving on. Always is there to answers any questions you may have.

4.0
3.0
MATH70AND54
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2015

This teacher has been amazing. Ive taken him for two classes and just signed up for my third class with him. I am HORRIBLE at math but he knows how to explain it and break it down very well. Is funny in his own way and is there for his students. he wants everyone to succeed. Best math teacher I've ever had, hands down!

3.0
4.0
MATH040
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 9, 2015

never have been good at math, this class kicked my butt! There is a quiz every monday and test at end of chapter. If you apply yourself and try hard you will pass! The hw sucks half is on lecture and other half he doesnt show you and its hard but test are only 10 questions and quizes are only 4, all from info in your notes.

5.0
4.0
MATH40
Grade: B-
Dec 16, 2015

Fall 2015- Math 40 in general is pretty tough, but I would recommend taking it with this teacher. I cannot stress how important it is to read the book and do the chapter reviews every single time you finish a chapter. Apply yourself like that everyday and you will get an A. He drops the lowest test score and replaces w final. 4 test/7 quizzes

5.0
3.0
MATH040
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2015

Great math professor! Always ask questions if you need to. He is so easy to understand & doesn't make math difficult at all. Especially for us who aren't so good at math.

5.0
4.0
MATH054
Grade: A
May 28, 2016
Would take again

3 Prof. Podlesny! He makes the material very easy to understand. Actually goes through every step of the problem and explains clearly how he got the solution. Cares about his students, and constantly asks if we have questions. Very helpful. Pay attention. Tests are somewhat hard. Overall great math professor.

5.0
3.0
MATH040
Grade: B
May 29, 2016
Would take again

Same routine everyday; lecture then work activity. But every Mon. he would give a quiz with 5 questions, but after two lessons were completed he would give an exam on the following Mon. Total of 8 quizzes and 4 exams plus the final. Expect homework every day but it won't be due until the day after. If it was assigned Mon. it would be due Wed.

5.0
4.0
MATH005
Grade: A
Jul 20, 2016
Would take again

This Professor is excellent at breaking down a subject and explaining why it works that way. Great for math! Sometimes I thought he was a tutor right by me. That is how good he is. The only downside is his tests are difficult.

4.0
3.0
MATH054
Grade: A
Jul 25, 2016
Would take again

Explains material clearly. Won't move on until he knows everyone understands. No extra credit given, but as long as you do the online homework those are easy points. Gives quizzes every week but as long as you do the homework and classwork there is no reason you shouldn't pass the quizzes or the exams. He makes himself available if your struggling

5.0
4.0
MATH054
Grade: B+
Jul 30, 2016
Would take again

He is an amazing teacher, he explains everything with patience and clearly. He does give a lot of homework. Be prepared to take tests every Monday. The class is not the easiest however, he teaches very well.

4.0
4.0
MATH054
Grade: B
Aug 5, 2016
Would take again

He's a really great professor, his lectures are very clear and helpful and he is always open to answering questions at any time. On the other hand, he gives A LOT of homework and his tests are pretty difficult, but he does give partial credit. Honestly with this class you really do get what you put in.

5.0
4.0
MATH040
Grade: B+
Sep 7, 2016
Would take again

I toke profesor Podlesney for previous courses and he by far was the best math teacher I have ever had. He makes you work for the grade but it pushes you even more. In the 2 classes I had with him I always tried to pass with an A that's how determined I was. I passed with two Bs. After class he's there to help you out with any questions you have.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
MATH040
Grade: B+
Dec 3, 2016
Would take again

He's easy to comprehend. When he's lecturing he makes sure everyone understands, he'll stop to ask everyone if they have any questions. If you show up to class ,do the work, and actually study for quizzes and exams you'll be fine.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
MATH54
Grade: Not sure yet
May 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Don't get me wrong, he's a great teacher. The only thing that sucks about the class are the exams. The exams are nothing like the homework and nothing on what you learned in class. They're only 8 questions on the exams, so if you get 3 wrong, you're skrewed. But he does give partial credit for the ones you made little mistakes on.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
MATH54
Grade: Not sure yet
May 11, 2017
Would take again

He is an incredible instructor. He plays by the rules so there is no way of getting around homework and studying. Explains material very clearly. His watch is 5 minutes behind so expect him to arrive 5 mins late everytime. You deffenatly get your money's worth. He also is very helpful during lab hours.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MATH005
Grade: Not sure yet
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Very good teacher, explains everything to detail, and is open to questions. Although he gives out a lot of homework and does quiz's or tests every Monday, as long you study and do your work, you'll pass.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH040
Aug 4, 2017
Would take again

This instructor is straight forward. show up to class, lecture, and lab work. Clear grading criteria for which he drops the lowest quiz and homework. On the downside, the quizes only have about 5 questions. That being said, completely missing one will deduct your percentage by a significant amount. Homework is a must in order to understand and pass

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
4.0
MATH054
Grade: B
Aug 21, 2017
Would take again

I took this class during summer and it was fast and hard. His lectures are good, and understandable. He does give a quiz every Monday, which gives you the weekend to study. You will need to buy the workbook, and his test can be confusing. If you study the notes and review the textbook you will pass. He is always 5 min late.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
4.0
5.0
MATH040
Nov 16, 2017
Would take again

A very good teacher, but grades tests heavily. Gives lectures first half of class and you work in workbooks second half. Homework is only 10% of final grade, exams are 45%

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH040
Grade: A+
Mar 5, 2018
Would take again

Podlesny is a pretty good math teacher for the most part. He has a very generic way of teaching and solving problems. He's a very straightforward formula guy. He's very helpful if you're having any trouble with the homework or workbook. There is an exam after every chapter and the exam scores are about 60% of your grade.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
5.0
MATH040
Grade: C+
May 26, 2018
Would take again

Professor Podlesny is a great professor. if you take notes and do the chapter reviews for the exams you will be fine! i definitely recommend going to tutoring for the math homework! study and show up to class, be ready to put the work in!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
4.0
5.0
MATH040
Oct 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If youre a math lover and have a more practical mind hes perfect for you! He was personally too fast paced for me as math is not my strongest subject. Tests are a lot of your grade, and theres homework basically everyday. Hes a very nice person but really wasnt my teaching style.

TEST HEAVY
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
5.0
MATH040
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dont take him. The exams are nothing like the homework or what he lectures on which makes it difficult when taking the exams.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
3.0
5.0
MATH54
Nov 9, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Podlesny is great professor but his test were to difficult. His test made you feel like everything he taught in class was pointless. I would have mental breakdowns during his tests.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
2.0
5.0
MATH005
Dec 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

hes an ok teacher and all but he makes his tests ten times harder than the lesson for NO REASON !!! would not recommend this class to anyone

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
1.0
MATH054
Grade: B+
Jan 18, 2019
Would take again

He was such an awesome professor. He is always ready to help you if you have any questions! He is fast paced but he always asked us if we had any questions and again if we did need help he is super helpful.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
MATH060
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 6, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Lack of motivation and when he is giving a lecture his writing is not understandable.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH060
May 25, 2019
Would take again

As every class it is a bit hard but depends on you to succeed. He is a nice teacher and open to help you.

Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
5.0
MATH1
Grade: A
May 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you're going for trig or precalculus, consider choosing another professor. I took a class that I already know the information of because I couldnt skip it; however, even if I knew all the information I needed, homework and tests were so hard and not related to what we do in class. You are going to have to work really hard on this class. Take it

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MATH001A
Grade: A
May 31, 2020
Would take again

The best math professor Ive had at COD. He always asks if anyone has questions before moving on. Furthermore, he makes it easier to understand difficult concepts. For anyone complaining about tests: Math tests are always hard regardless of the professor. Ive taken 6, Podlesney is the best

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH010
Grade: B
Jan 4, 2021
Would take again

A very good professor, the homework was online and it gives multiple chances for you to get the right answer. The quizzes and tests were online as well and graded online, was very understanding if there was an accident in the question.. You do need to buy the text to do the work. Never showed his face though which kind of sucked :( WOULD TAKE AGAIN

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
MATHALGE
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2022
Would take again

He is always willing to help and explain whatever you want, and is very nice about giving extensions.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
math-012
Grade: A
Aug 30, 2022
Would take again

I'm a math major, so my opinion may be biased. He truly is passionate in his teaching and comprehension of math and will do his best to teach you the subject as easily as possible. He's always open to questions after his lectures and is very respectful even if your questions are from basic algebra. Take him please.

Participation matters
Respected
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
MATH1
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 14, 2022

Was such a hard class for me. Really stressed me out this year with him not being understanding of me being slower and behind the rest of the class. Tests and quizzes proved to be extremely difficult so be prepared to study hard for these.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH005
Grade: B
Nov 21, 2023
Would take again

Passed Trig because of this professor. Made sure everyone understood the material.

Caring
5.0
4.0
MATH001A
Grade: A
Nov 23, 2023
Would take again

Calculus is no easy course, professor podlesney made sure we understood the material we were learning. Like any hard course , the grade you get is determined by you . That being said, he was really understanding when grading his exams. If you understood the material, he would give you most of the points.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
3.0
math-012
Grade: A
May 25, 2024
Would take again

Professor Podlesny, is a great professor, he gives out quizzes every other week and most questions are related to the book. Is constantly asking if anyone has questions and gives time for student to process the material. Also, very respectful of any basic Algebra questions. Math is a difficult course, so expect to work hard for your grade

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH001A
Grade: A
Jun 2, 2024
Would take again

Podlesny is a very caring professor. Your grade will be centered around your 6 quizzes, although he will drop your lowest score. If you are the type of person who will work hard, this professor is the one for you. Will never make you feel bad about asking a question. Not once in my 3 consecutive semesters with him.

Inspirational
Lots of homework
Caring
3.0
4.0
MATH005
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 28, 2024

You can tell Podlesny knows enough about math in a way that he understands, but he could do a better job at explaining concepts. I had to heavily supplement materials for quiz. I really believe that if you cannot explain things in an understandable manner, you don't understand enough about the material. Midterm is 40% of grade, final is 50%.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MATH005
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 9, 2024

Get ready to teach yourself... You will not understand all the material after lecture. No extra credit at all. He does not give clear feedback on the test. THIS IS A WEEDING OUT PROFESSOR!

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MATH005
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 11, 2024

Way harder than needed

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
MATH001A
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2024
Would take again

LOVED this class! He was always so welcoming and great to talk to. His tests were more than fair, typically straight out of our homework. He did assign a lot of homework, but it was nothing more than what was necessary to prepare us for our tests and later lectures. I would 100% recommend him to new students.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH001A
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2025
Would take again

Professor Podlesny is an excellent professor who I believe genuinely cares about his students. His office hours are great, and he's always willing to answer any question even if rudimentary. The tests are fair, and he drops the lowest quiz. Lectures can drag on, but it's because he wants everyone understands the material and how to apply it.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
MATH005
Grade: B-
Jan 28, 2025

The class is tough, but using Unstuckstudy alongside the textbook helped me keep up. Professor Podlesny's teaching style takes some adjusting, but go to office hours and you'll get the hang of it.

2.0
4.0
MATH005
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 30, 2025
Would take again

Ok prof, heavy jargon sometimes, when you had questions he'd answer but rarely did he actually help me understand, and he was unforgiving with grading no extra credit. Set me back a whole year since I almost failed, I studied 20+ hrs a week to maybe just barely get a c-. Class dwidlled down from 30 to 5 students, try him but idk. Took him in summer

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
1.0
MATH05
Grade: F
Jul 15, 2025

He is a very sweet man although I've never failed a course so miserably. After asking other professor's that teach trigonometry also, he is the ONLY one who will not have the formula available on the white board, AND he won't even let you use ANY notes. You are expected to remember everything! Was absent 2 weeks before Spring 2025 final! W/ NO SUB!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH001B
Grade: A+
Aug 2, 2025
Would take again

Although the content of this course is very rigorous in nature, this professor will do his absolute best to help you get through it. This is now the fourth time I have taken one of this professor's courses and not once have I ever felt that he doesn't care. Other students may say what they want, but Professor Podlesny will not let you down.

Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH001A
Grade: B
Aug 28, 2025
Would take again

Lectures were intensive, but understandable. Threw in a few jokes here and there. Made himself available and did not mind going over questions and even the occasional off-topic tangent now and again. Lots of homework but lets be real, that's the nature of math classes. Pop quizzes weren't bad if you actually study the material.

Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
Respected
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