No Comments

jarrio is the king of lame ass catch phrases, clearly! don't count on a curve to pull your bacon out of the fire the solenoid is the poster child for inductance Bing, Bang, Boom contraband calculator dust settles, fine and dandy phenomenological

kinda freaky to watch him teach, he's very, lets say, intense about his physics. he's smart as hell, but sometimes bashes the class because they dont grasp a concept. but if you go to class everyday you will be prepared for the quizzes pretty much.

Jarrio knows his physics. If you go to class, his machine-like efficiency in lecture will prepare you for exams. Maybe he was verbally abusive, but it was funny.

This guy knows his stuff. I go to him rather than my real professor. Jarrio is the king of physics but has a very arrogant attitude to students so be careful about asking questions. If you want to learn the stuff, go to him.

great notes

Great guy. He can move across a blackboard. Go to office hours, and do the homework. Remember him if you get stuck with a lousy Physics 2 prof. Jarrio will help out then too. Nice guy, and he's fair.

He is a great teacher and can explain hard material. The downside is that you still have to do many many hours of work out of class b/c the tests are INSANE. The Phys. dept. is not scared to give 50% D's and F's as they have shown us. If you have to take the class, get Jarrio and do LOTS of work.

Difficult class because of the amount of work. Tests are very difficult (not enough time, and questions that make you really think). Jarrio is a very good teacher. He explains things thoroughly. DON'T be afraid to stop him and ask a question. He is a fair, but too smart and makes the tests look easy despite a 50-65% test average. Never fall behind.

New method of teaching through PRS questions does not seem very helpful. Rather than explaining things in depth, he quickly runs through PRS questions, quizzing students. Would not recommend if other Physics professors are available.

A overall pretty good. At times can be a little esoteric or arrogant, but explains things well and usually interesting. Actually does curve grades quite a bit.

Excellent instructor. Enthusiastic about the material and teaching. Not easy, but fair.

Great professor. It's not easy material; it's physics at Georgia Tech. But, he's very explicit about being clear and consistent. The PRS questions are great; it gives him feedback on what the class understands, and what he needs to focus on more. And, he's quite funny as well. Take his methods seriously; while they may be tedious, they get answers!

Dr. Jarrio made a hard class manageable. No other PHYS 2211 professor can beat his insane lecturing efficiency. He does have an ego, but don't judge him to too quickly because of it. He is very willing to help students, and wants you to succeed. As an added bonus, he is generally gracious when assigning grades at the end of the semester.

One of the best professors I have had yet, and I've been at Tech for 3 years. He really wants you to learn and is always willing to help. He comes across as rude, but I think that is to make people take the class seriously. I would highly recommend taking his class.

Extremely demanding class, but not that hard once you get it. The prof is a pretty funny, though can be a bit arrogant at times. But he makes up for it with his clarity and helpful teaching methods. Not an easy teacher, but you will learn tons when you get out of his class.

Really tough class and professor. He's an excellent teacher, just ridiculously hard material and I won't even start on how difficult the tests are. But the final was fair and so long as you worked hard on the hw and attended class, you will not fail!

He is a great teacher. I just can't understand a lot of hatred toward him. This is physics 2. No matter which professor you choose, topic will be difficult. His lectures are very clear, and he holds office hours that is very helpful. He is even generous at curving. What more do you expect? Don't hate the professor because you failed the class.

Compared to the other physics professors, he's fantastic. He presents the information in a very hands-on way--he's tromped around on his desk before. Twice. Kinda obsessive about cheating and attendance. Classical physics lab.

The tests aren't really relevant to lecture in a lot of cases. Be prepared to teach yourself how to handle the tests. Dr. Jarrio tries to cover as much as he can in lecture, but really there's no way that attending lecture can prepare you (much) for the tests. With that said, the tests aren't insanely difficult, just really annoying.

He is a strong-willed professor. He can be nice at times, other times he may pick on kids in class. He does't care about how you do in his class and won't help you if you dont ask for it. I worked hard and had a 89.85 and he wouldn't give me the A. 94 on final

Very helpful in office hours. Don't cheat yourself but trying to get by. Hard work and practice will pay off.

Jarrio is very passionate about the subject and he expects that level of enthusiasm from all his students. His tests are tough but you will do well if you've done all the Homeworks.

he's literally the best professor for my whole year. the lectures are clear, he knows exactly what's tricky for students. those who thinks he's not a good professor should take a AE course just for compare.

Jarrio is a great professor and very passionate about the material. Phys2 at gatech is a challenging class, but there is almost a clear cut method for doing well(Atleast a C) and he gives you this guidelines like going to class, doing HW etc. Follow them and you should at least get a C. Beyond that you have to put in a little more effort.

Great teacher. Failing this class was completely my fault. I honestly learned a lot in his class, but you HAVE to go to lectures. He can be arrogant at times and if you haven't taken Physics before you will struggle, but there is PLENTY of help available. He is usually more approachable in his office hours, but let him know if you don't understand.

Lectures are largely proofs which isn't super helpful on tests, but only if you've spent a lot of time doing homework to understand them. Honestly, had I not taken two years of AP physics, I'd be completely lost in his class. Also helps if you have taken Calc. II and III already because a strong knowledge of vectors and integrals is essential.

Good professor. It is hard, but if you ask for help he is fantastic. Tests are difficult and there is constantly homework. Put aside some time every day for physics and everything is okay. Lectures are high-intensity and fast paced.

Physics I classical is hard no matter who you take but Jarrio makes the tests so he is already the best option. His teaching is excellent, he drills the important concepts into your head so make sure to go to class. I wish more professors were as clear and straightforward as he was.

Dr. Jarrio is a good lecturer and makes class engaging. His tests are very hard and you have to put in a lot of work and effort to receive a decent grade in the class. But if you read the textbook and do the webassign you will be fine.

His lectures can be pretty confusing, so read the book and take notes!!! Make sure you're actually doing the homework and you understand how to do it. Also take all the extra credit opportunities and fill up your bucket. I loved going to his office hours because he worked with me through my questions and he is very approachable and wants to help!

Pretty clear-cut from the very start. Do work, show up to class. Physics 1 is considered tough, and he is more or less par for the course.

Like others have said, lecture is mostly proofs, which are hard to follow at times. The issue with Physics at Tech, at least for me, is not the professors, but the way the class is structured. I rarely felt much cohesiveness between what was being taught in lecture, recitation, and what was being asked on the homework and tests.

He has really entertaining lectures. You should read before class to be able to follow him in class. He is very helpful during his office hours. The class is tough.

People hate him for being very smart and passionate because those people themselves are stupid and apathetic about things. Dr. Jarrio is a brilliant, passionate instructor that has 20+ years of experience teaching the class. He has some of the best lectures and hardest tests. Highly recommend if you're a passionate learner.

Jarrio is a very good lecture-giver. He is a little tough, but you will really learn the material if you put in a good effort.

Dr. Jarrio is great. He clearly states what it takes to succeed in his class, and the tests are weighted so that your worst is 6% and best is 18%. I did the homework and bonus assignments and read the next section before going to that lecture, and it really helped. I finished with over a 100, making an 89 on the first test. Take him!

Really, really awesome teacher. He's the head of the physics department and he only teaches the intro class, and I think that's cool. He certainly won't make it easy for you, but he cares about you and your grade, and he's very clear as to what it takes to get what you want.

Incredibly enthusiastic, loves his subject. Lectures are informative and entertaining. Stickler for doing homework and going to class, so be prepared to work. Learned a lot and learned it well.

He told us in the first lecture that attendance and homework were essential to passing the class, and he was right. The resources are there if you're willing to use them. He's good about office hours-- the posted hours didn't work with my schedule, but he was always willing to make an alternate appointment. Overall, not easy, but enjoyable.

Jarrio will definitely make you work for your grade, but he's a fantastic lecturer with a quirky personality and a passion for his work. Diligently keeping up with homework and practice exams is a must if you want to do well--if you put in effort, he will make physics your favorite class of the semester. I'm taking him again, looking forward to it!

This guy is a great teacher and really cares. He adds a little humor to the lecture that wears off as the term goes on but the effort is appreciated. This is a hard class, but if you put in the work, there's no reason you can't do well. Plan on attending lecture for "clicker points", the system is a little complicated but explained the first day

This course was very difficult for me, but Jarrio himself is good. His lectures give you the equations needed for hw. Office hours are a great resource, but come do prepared! He'll make you work yet entertain you while doing so. Exams are killer, but the old test bank is reeeally helpful. GET A STUDY GROUP. Lecture doesn't focus on problem solving

Best physics professor at gatech in my opinion. It's not an easy class but if you keep with the HW, attend lecture, and practice the concepts there is no reason for you not to do well in this class. If you truly want to learn physics this is the professor to take.

The best professor/teacher i've had in all my years of schooling. He knows exactly what he's talking about and what is tricky. His office hours are the most helpful ones I've ever gone to, and his love for teaching and students is unparalleled to any other teacher I've met. May seem unapproachable, but the nicest professor ever in reality.

Jarrio is undoubtedly one of the most knowledgable and passionate professors you will take at Tech. Despite, the challenging material, you will enjoy every lecture because he explains material with clarity, even attempting a joke here and there and often does experiments to showcase the topics of the class. Really just a great person all around

Excellent professor; his lectures are always enjoyable and intriguing. Be ready to work, though. This is a difficult class that is made better by having a professor like Jarrio. He cares about his students and does his best to help everyone succeed. Attend class, read the book if you need it, do the homework. 10/10 would take again!

Amazing professor, if you have to take physics take it with him. Entertaining lectures and really helps you learn the material. Also very fair with grading. He asks super hard clicker questions but that helps you make sure you don't make that mistake again and drills home important concepts.

Good and fair professor. Tough grader on exams, small mistakes will cost you a letter grade, but he gives up to 12 pts of extra credit to your final grade. With recitation and in class questions making up a possible 8% of your grade attandence is recommended.

Physics II is a very hard class in general, but Jarrio puts all the tough concepts into understandable English terms. He is very passionate about the subject and teaches you the problem solving process very well. Read the textbook before class, practice old multiple choice questions and FRQs, and pay attention in lecture and you'll be fine.

Probably my favorite class at Tech. It's problem solving masked as e/mag. Just do the HW and go to class (he's honestly pretty entertaining dude). He definitely has high expectations for students which is refreshing.

He's an excellent teacher, but makes you work to do well. Does a lot of very hard clicker questions, but really drills home the key ideas. Very nitpicky, so be careful on tests. Go to every class, pay attention, do as much HW as you can & buck up on your symbolic algebra & you should be OK. Prior physics experience will go a long way in this class.

Physics at Georgia Tech is hard regardless of who you take, but Jarrio is a good professor. Attendance is a MUST but makes lectures as fun as he can. Always willing to help & answer questions, but he & his TAs are tough/nitpicky with how he grades your tests and recitations. If you do all extra credit and homework he's known to round grades too.

Jarrio is a great lecturer and he is extremely passionate about the subject and teaching. He is also genuinely interested in your success in the class. If you read the text, do all of the homework, and go to class there is no reason why you won't do well.

Great Professor overall. I felt like he lectures well, and really devoted his time in office hours and making students feel like they are able to receive help. Tests were challenging across all PHYS2211 classes, and Jarrio could be picky about applying certain concepts and showing it in your work on tests. DO YOUR HOMEWORK EARLY for extra credit.

I have taken IB Physics SL with a solid professor, and this class made me work to the bitter end. For Dr. Jarrio you need to sit up front for and take notes, go to him for help on HW and read. Tests ask for a lot in short time, get good at algebraic manipulations with letters only, and get extra time if you need. Jarrio is hard at first but fun.

Jarrio is a great lecturer. He really seemed to care about the content, despite he fact that it was only intro level Physics. It was tough to get an A, but completely fair. Go to class, do all the homework, and work the practice tests he posts. If you do that you should be fine. Highly recommend.

Dr. Jarrio is a great professor overall. As far as physics lectures go, his are really engaging, but you have to make sure you are paying attention to the whole lecture or you will miss something critical. Jerry will teach you everything you need to know, but you will have to work for your grade. Tip: Do your homework early for extra credit.

TONS of homework, but it really helped me learn the material. He has an ego, but is a very entertaining lecturer.

Jarrio makes PHYS understandable, even if you had little to no physics before GT. Lectures & (sometimes tricky) clicker questions cover book material -- do assigned reading before class. Jarrio's sarcastic humor can seem condescending but it's not too mean. Do HW before next class for 40% bonus. Practice tests great to prepare for midterms/final.

Jarrio is awesome. At least I think so. He did not teach us for long because of some health issues (Hope he is fine). We still missed him throughout the semester. Jarrio teaches Physics like a language, but I promise you, you would love that approach. Just roll with what he expects from you (which he clearly states the first day) and you are fine.

Jarrio is a fantastic teacher; once I started going to his office hours (he will help you step-by-step through homework and give you the materials to succeed) and REALLY payed attention in lecture, the homework and tests became much more manageable. I got a 48 on the first test, but ended with an A in the class by using Jarrio's resources.

Jarrio is a pretty funny guy and he seems cool. His lectures are mostly deriving the formulas for the homework. Every class had clicker questions that counted for participation.

Very passionate about his subject and extremely knowledgeable. Can get carried away and miss the point for the lecture but does a decent job preparing you for tests. Homework does not help for the tests at all.

Jarrio's a decent professor. He seems intimidating but is actually pretty understanding if you talk to him. Lectures were not too helpful, he often covered proofs of the formulas but not applications, which is what the tests cover. Tests are hard but there are a lot of resources to prepare. I got an A but put a lot of work in outside of class.

Jarrio is the GOAT when it comes to physics. If you pay attention, Jarrio gives fantastic lectures where he explains high-level concepts very well and is funny too. His tests cover more of actually doing the problems, but there are so many practice tests and other resources you can use to make this class very manageable.

Dr. Jarrio seems to get a lot of hate from his students but he honestly does care about teaching and his lectures are fun. He honestly does care about his students and will make sure no one is left hanging on a cutoff if they've put in the work. Take advantage of his office hours and make sure to do the bonus homeworks.

I thought he was a fun lecturer, but you definitely need to work for the grade. Know how to do the in-class examples and HW problems (some test Qs based off of them). Do practice tests/PLUS sessions. Tough but reasonable grader imo. Read the textbook before the lecture. WARNING: DO NOT FALL BEHIND! (it's hard to catch up) Go to office hours.

Good lecturer, informative. Tests nor homework are unreasonable, but you really have to stay on top of things. If you do, you should get an A

Professor Jarrio is an awesome lecturer. He's enthusiastic and explains concepts thoroughly. He has a sarcastic sense of humor and can be a little snarky at times, but is generally hilarious. In-class questions sound intimidating but aren't. They count for little to nothing of your overall grade as long as you keep up with homework.

This class and professor were punishing and stressful. While talking the class, I felt the professor was a bad instructor; however, after the class, I feel that I understand physics on a very deep level, and I am now succeeding in other physics classes because of his methods and how he taught me to attempt problems.

Don't understand these low ratings. He is a great professor and teaches very well. He also has this nice extra credit opportunity if you do homework early and weighs the tests very well. Also responds quickly and is very helpful. I enjoyed taking this class with him. If you are decent at physics, it shouldn't be too hard.

The people hating on him are literally just bad at physics, Jarrio teaches well and I would take again. The exams however are definitely harder than any in class examples but you'll manage

Dr. Jarrio teaches a very difficult class which is why I think people don't give him the credit he deserves. He does a good job of breaking down difficult concepts. That being said, he does rush quite a bit which makes it difficult to keep track of but it is still effective. I would say do the past tests he posts and study two weeks ahead.

Incredible lectures. Made a tough class much easier.

This course is difficult, but Dr. Jarrio taught it well and I learned a lot. Lectures are fast paced but he'll stop to answer questions. He held office hours very frequently, a saving grace when it came to the homework. Exams gave significant partial credit for FRQs. He may gripe a little, but he does put in effort and wants students to succeed.

Lectures are decent with clear explanations and great visual examples. He answers questions whenever you ask without ridicule. The grading system is wonderful and allows you to choose which assignments you want to do and still receive full credit for that category. Tests are extremely difficult, but plenty of practice tests to study with.

I took honors physics 1 with him. He's a very energetic and enthusiastic lecturer, and he provides a good standardized set of tools to solve problems which I really appreciated. He was very nice with grading, and provided you do all the homework, labs, and lectures, you'll have a good cushion of points so your grade isnt all exams (exams are hard)

Jarrio's lectures are clear and engaging, with great visuals. Exams are challenging but do-able with consistent effort and using resources like the textbook and unstuck study. Overall, a rewarding class for those willing to put in the work.

I found this class very difficult, but I believe Jarrio is an amazing professor. As long as he sees that you are putting forth effort in learning the material, he will do as much as he can to help you. Jarrio's lectures can be a little hard to follow, but he will always clarify anything for you during office hours. Overall, a wonderful professor.

Very difficult class, but Jarrio knows his stuff. Returns the attitude you give to him, so just be mindful. His lectures are very detailed, but if you get lost he is more than willing to explain it again during office hours. Honestly a very kind guy, even moved a lab around for me so that I wouldn't have to take the zero.

Professor Jarrios lectures were always good. Come to class having already read the textbook and pay attention during lecture and you'll be fine. For classical physics there were 4 exams, you just need 1 good exam score to ensure you pass. Physics can be hard, but having a good lecturer helps, and I think jarrio is one of the best choices.