Helpful with homework and is clear on the topics that we need to know. Great professor.

Lectures are pre-recorded and you should watch them before class. Classes are used to ask questions about anything, and he encourages you to ask questions about the homework--even to start some of the problems. Exams can be frustrating, but he often throws out the "frustrating" questions. Homework is sometimes heavy, so start early. Great professor

Very structured class. He is also very good at explaining how to do things in Solidworks and AutoCAD and other class topics. If you take notes during lecture and do the hw, tests are easy. There is a no tolerance policy on late hw. He drops lowest hw and test at the end. Easy A if you do the work.

From day 1 take notes AND reproduce the work he does in SolidworksAutocad from the pre-recorded lectures as it will help the information stick for the test. Read the required book chapters - there WILL be questions on the test. 1 HW per week. Divide it throughout the week. Do not wait till the weekend & read the directions VERY carefully.

Dr. Fernandez knows exactly how to teach. Rightly paced course and fair exams. Perhaps too long assignments though.

Strict but cool

This is a flipped class, you watch his lectures online and you askdiscuss it in class. Must have icliker. Try to take notes of important things and small stuff, also his tests are a bit ambiguous, wordy. Drops 1 examhomework. Also do not forget put your ID in binary code, will deduct 10 pts. He is a very good teacher, work hard for an A

He communicates really well and explains the concepts well. The homework he assigns are long but are worth it. My only complain is that if he would utilize the class time for lecture and get rid of the video lectures, it would be an enjoyable class.

Dr. Fernandez is very clear on his expectations for the class. Expect to work hard for your grade. In terms of preparing for exams, my advice would be to take notes on anything relevant from his video lectures/book readings. Also, keep up with the weekly HW he assigns, they can be long. Drops 1 HW, EX grade, & 2 IC sessions. Overall, good professor

This class is very structured and Dr. Fernandez seems like a disciplined man--so much so that I'd say even he doesn't live up to his own expectations. Be ready to work. Take notes on everything in the video lectures and read the book - you should be fine. Did that and made a high A.

I really enjoyed this class. Lectures were online so the class time was only for clarification and student questions. He is very knowledgeable and would demonstrate things we didn't understand. Tests were tough because every question had multiple correct answers but but only the "most correct" option was right. Frustrating. He gave extra credit if you fabricated your final design which was fun. I would absolutely take his classes again.

I like his class but the tests are difficult and the homework is just too much at the end of the day.

Great guy! Just be sure to watch the video lectures and do the homework.

His course involves you reading outside the classroom and watching uploaded video lectures. You must pay serious attention to those things to pass his class.

Cool, funny guy. Reversed class with video lectures and in-class review. Tests are worded where you have to know the material and can't guess. Drops one test (including final) out of six and has a final project. Watch lectures and do homework early. HW is slower if you don't know the material. Would've aced the class but I slept through a test. :/

For those who are more common sense oriented rather than literal his exams will likely be a breeze for you; enjoy it while you can. Each homework took me about 8 hrs. to complete. I enjoyed and actually learned from his lectures and his modern 'flipped' course design helped me learn super efficiently. Tip: Read the book right before each exam.

Knows what he's talking about, and expects class participation. Exams are tough, but I've never failed one. Final project is meticulous. Homework is easy (for me at least). Must either use school computers for simulation or buy a one-year sub to Solidworks. Must buy a Reef sub too. The textbook is free online in pdf form. Expecting a B.

The professor is strong with his vocabulary. However he goes extremely by the fine print (The syllabus). If you are a person who is weak with conceptual knowledge then this class will be a challenge. Homework every week and then a project. I'm going to retake this course.

After taking this professor again for a second attempt. A strategy I can recommend is watch his videos and take down the Iclicker questions he posts in lecture. Also when you read the text write the terms down on an index card. You should be able to make it with a C in the class if you feel like this class with be hard.

You will only find this class difficult if you don't do your own work. In the beginning of class he will tell you that you must read the textbook and watch the lectures to pass. If you do that you will pass. The tests and the homework are almost directly from the book and the lectures. You can't be lazy in his class, but its not hard.

Dr. Fernandez is kind and cares about his students. Homework is pretty easy, but you need to read the textbook and watch his lecture videos if you want to pass the tests. Be aware of a major group project at the end of the semester. We pulled our group together the first week of class and started as soon as it opened. Gained lots of bonus points.

5 exams, optional final (70%) & they're pretty tough but not impossible to pass. 14 HWs (last is design project). HW- a bit difficult for those not familiar with CAD but eventually gets easier. Pass exams by reading & taking notes on readings & video lectures. Expect application kind of questions & the txtbk is free! (online PDF) Lectures are clear

It is extremely important to take notes of the chapters and videos before the exam. Anyone who says the tests are too hard didn't put in the time to read and watch the videos. If you do that I guarantee you will do well.

Dr. Fernandez is an awesome prof. 1351 is difficult, but if you are interested in its content then its really fun. Dr. Fernandez is very intelligent and is a good teacher, but you definitely need to read the book (which is hopefully still free), and watch his videos. HW and tests really require work and study, so definitely make some friends there

A great professor if you put in the time and effort. His exams are mostly based off of the homework concepts and the video lectures. Missed a lot of class but you didn't miss much if you paid attention, watched/read the lectures and did the work.

This is one of those classes where you have to earn the grade. Don't slack on homework, they take 5+ hrs to finish, especially if you're new to solid-modeling software. Your best bet to earn 90's in exams is to read the textbook a day or two before the exam. The terminology stays fresh in your mind. One advice is to work on the project with TEAMSS.

He's a great prof. I underestimated this class because it is a lot of work. Homework will take you about 8-12 hrs to finish if you're a beginner to solidworks like me. He offer extra credit if you attend the lecture so take advantage of that. The exams are from the book and video lectures, so I suggest you take notes when you're watching them.

Had him over the summer and due to covid there were no tests so I can't comment on that. Otherwise the class was ok with 20% each HW (4 total) and 20% Final project. I didn't feel like I got much out of his lectures or the book, but pre recorded videos are actually useful. Just keep practicing to get better in SolidWorks

Great professor, the homework is difficult but teaches you how to understand SolidWorks. You do need a textbook for hw but there is a free pdf version so dont buy a hard copy. Do not slack off on the homework it will take 6-10 hours depending on you skill with CAD modeling.

This professor will make you realize that procrastination is not a thing in design classes. I have prior CAD experience with Autodesk and I received a flat B in this class for my lack of willingness to do homework. What he could improve on is giving practice exams beforehand (he often has to curve them for the lack of preparatory information).

Dr. Fernandez has been the most fair professor I have ever had. He holds everyone to the same standards and deadlines. For example, instead of giving a small group of individuals a deadline extension for the final project, he gave the entire class a deadline extension. Be disciplined with the way you study and complete work and you will do well.

Loved <3Dr. Fernandez he was a very good professor to have and I plan on having him for my Senior Design Class. Test are worth a lot and I advise taking the time to learn the basics of SolidWorks before hand. Homework does take a long time to complete but can be done in the amount of time he gives you. Test were mostly over the book and his videos.

His online lectures are very helpful and the homework is not bad if you start ahead of time. Tests require a bit of studying, but he is very helpful and cares about your learning.

I really enjoyed this class. Lots of homework. If you haven't used SolidWorks before, you basically get thrown into the pool and are expected to teach yourself how to swim. It was a lot of work to learn at first, but if you attend lectures and labs, you'll get lots of help and eventually it's a breeze to finish the homework.

DO you have another choice but him in 1351? Perhaps No. So here it goes . Test grade heavily. HW WILL NOT HELP, TEST GRADE. Studying for the test and learning solidworks is 2 different things. Dont go to lecture that doesnt also help TEST. 2 things will help, Read book and watch those videos guys. No passing without watching videos.

Get ready to study. Those of you think can pass a class learning only concepts. Get ready to be surprised. Its a desging class. Memorize dont understand. YALL, test is very much remembering pls read the book a lot.

Fernandez posted all his lectures on canvas for us to watch, makes solid works easy to understand, and cares about what he does. Showing up to class helps to understand concepts, but the tests are half solid works concepts and half textbook memorization. Watch the lectures before you do the homework and they will be way easier.

Good professor no doubt. Tests take up majority of the grade, and to do good on the test all you have to do is read the textbook and watch his videos its that simple. Homework is only 10% so its mainly there just to learn the software solid works. It can take some time for homework so watch his videos and if you need more help just go to the lab.

Attend the lectures (not mandatory but highly recommended), read the textbook, watch the lectures, do the homework. Fernandez is a fair and excellent lecturer, but MAE 1351 is a tough class! Read the textbook to familiarize yourself then watch the video lectures to really understand the material. Each homework assignment will take you ~5-9 hours.

The class meeting consists of him reviewing material that you are supposed to read/watch prior to class. There is a lot of reading, no reason to not get an "A" except that you have to invest a lot of time. Homework assignments are heavy, don't wait until the due date to start. Tests are fast but test memorization, so either you know it or you don't

The professor is extremely fair. He tries to make the average of every test a passing grade. Tests are just memorization, so read the textbook and watch the lecture videos. Homework is given a long time to do because they are a lot to do, so start as soon as possible.

His tests are very tricky and will definitely catch you off guard if you don't memorize the textbook, as he only covers the book slightly in class and expects you to understand a big volume of terminologies and rules. The first test is often the hardest, and I only got an A b/c of the curves. Don't slack off on the final design project either.

READ THE BOOK, most of the test is from this. Lectures not worth it but attendance is mandatory or you will fail. Test are worded in a tricky way (hardest part of it). Knowing SolidWorks beforehand is a big help. His grading criteria is ridiculously strict but very valid tbh. Most of the class is just an accumulation of pass/fail. Genuinely cares

Going in to this class I had read all of the warnings, but what I found was not really the same. I think that Dr. Fernandez really wants to see his students succeed. The tests' phrasing is confusing but as long as you watch the video lectures and read the textbook you should be fine. Oh and start on the project early or it will get you.

He is a great professor, The Course is difficult but very doable. If you are a slacker you will fail, but if you study a reasonable amount you will pass just fine. Study the sections of the book and the videos (neither are very long) and Don't procrastinate on the Project. If you truly want to be an engineer you will enjoy this class.

Dr. F is a very kind and understanding person, and he does his absolute best to see his students succeed. You can 1000% tell he cares a bunch about each student, his class is just difficult for many freshmen students. The only critique I have of this course is the annoying mandatory attendance policy, but everything else is good, simply lengthy.

This class is easy but gets very difficult if you procrastinate the online lectures or starting on the final project. Almost all students failed from the final project or poor attendance.

Dr Fernandez post's online lectures and those are incredibly helpful towards passing the three tests. I would suggest watching them over before every test. I do wish his lectures were more substantive. Many of the in person lectures were not well thought out and I didn't find much value in them. I wished he focused on teaching during them.

Do your homework early and start on your project early. Try to find people who are good with coding (Arduino) and comfortable with CAD. Tests are pretty difficult and tricky, so try to take note of everything in the book and lecture videos.

He's a good professor and he really cares about his students. I think the class is just hard, so don't procrastinate anything. The textbook readings can be a lot, so I would dedicate time to reviewing the textbook every week. Overall, he's a nice professor and is really open to talking to you about your project. Don't trust the FABLAB for printing

He is very clear from the start of what he expects from you, gives help whenever he can, and he CARES about your success.This is not an easy course, if you want to do well on exams you MUST read the given chapters and watch video lectures given (study key terms well). For the group project start early , communicate with your team and ask questions.

Super passionate and expressive man. Really cool dude, but he is a no-nonsense kind of fella, and I think that's where the negative reviews stem from. Grades done with CAD, engineering design-related homework, and memory-based tests. Get ready to read and memorize random details in the book.

Dr. Fernandez himself is wonderful. Lectures are lively and open for discussion, but content is not usually covered even though attendance is mandatory. Make sure you read the textbook and watch his canvas videos. Exams are often strangely worded, and he goes by the idea that multiple answers can be justified but there is a single best answer.