3.8

Tigran Mkrtchyan

Mathematics - Los Angeles Mission College

3.8
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
69%
Would Retake
117
Reviews
3.8
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
3.8
Helpful
3.8
Clarity

69%

Would Retake

117

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Very anxious professor

MATH227 - 4.0 rating

this guy is one of the best prof in math

CAL3 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

29%

Textbook Required

21%

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Based on 76 grades
Most common grades:
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B (25)
Not sure yet (5)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 86 reported grades
A: 33
B: 25
Not sure yet: 5
A+: 5
Common Tags
Lots of homework (29)
Test heavy (23)
Accessible outside class (20)
Tough grader (19)
Gives good feedback (15)
Clear grading criteria (13)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (12)
Caring (10)
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Ratings by Course

3338

5.0

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MATH115

5.0

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MATH112

5.0

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MATH125

5.0

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MATH260

5.0

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3225

5.0

STATS227

5.0

MATH238

4.0

CALCULUS238

4.0

MATH263

3.6

Reviews (117)
5.0
2.0
MATH115
Apr 9, 2010

very good teacher. he gives different ways of understanding a math problem if one is struggling.

5.0
1.0
MATH112
May 5, 2010

hes so funny, very good teacher, makes everything easy, ima take him for more classes, def recommend.

5.0
2.0
MATH125
May 20, 2010

prof mkrtchyan is a cool guy. he is funny and a good teacher. he also meets with us over weekends to do problems and prepare for exams.

5.0
2.0
MATH125
May 27, 2010

Professor Mkrtchyan was extremely interesting and very funny at times. I've had a hard time staying awake in other peoples classes but not his. He is very helpful and clear about everything that he's teaching. Makes the class fun and has a good sense of humor. I really enjoyedhis class and learned a lot. I'll def take his class again. =]

3.0
1.0
MATH267
Jun 1, 2010

Decent class...wished he explored topics at a greater depth though

5.0
1.0
MATH112
Aug 3, 2010

I used to hate math, but his class made it so easy to understand that I really like it now. He is very helpful and fun, and the pacing of his class is just what I needed. I like him so much I am taking 125 with him next fall. I highly recommend him.

5.0
1.0
MATH112
Nov 23, 2010

awesome awesome teacher! super helpful man! i had failed math 112 before but he help me pass it the 2nd time taking it, i passed it with a B! Take him!

2.0
2.0
MATH240
Feb 9, 2011

I took trigonometry with him over the summer. It was an alright class. As a professor he sucks. He was all over the place with the topics. Since I had a background with trig the class was easy for me but for my friends it was hard. If you are retaking trig and you can't get any other professor, then take it with him. you should be fine.

5.0
2.0
MATH240
Feb 16, 2011

awesome class. i really enjoyed how he always made time to accommodate our needs if we needed more help on a topic in trig. his test were based on the homework, so if you do the homework an A is not that hard. overall great experience. awesome teacher. he does have an accent, but its understandable

5.0
1.0
MATH215
Apr 22, 2011

This would normaly be an easy class, math for teachers, even though this prof explains everything sometimes he gets "excited" & goes off on a "mathmatical tangent" if ya don't slow him down w/ q's. Overall nice prof, just sometimes makes it harder than it needs to be. Difficult cause class meets 1 day/wk not enough time to ask q's on hw, etc.

5.0
2.0
MATH260
May 11, 2011

ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS U'LL EVER HAVE. first thing he says everyday when he walks in is "good morning! questions...questions...?" hes funny without even trying. never in bad mood. teaches like no other professor i've ever had. do the homework because tests are easier and u are granteed an b. TAKE HIM

5.0
3.0
PRCAL260
May 31, 2011

He's too funny, that is probably why I'm going to receive a B in such an easy course as Pre-Calc. Very helpful and intelligent teacher.

2.0
5.0
MATH215
Jun 1, 2011

Math for Teachers: this class would normally be easy however somehow this prof makes it hard. The exams are exponetially tougher than anything he went over in class nor in the hw. Made an easy math class complicated by utilizing the "Singapore method". Yikes, what a disappointment. ugg.... :-(

5.0
1.0
MATH227
May 10, 2012

The best of the best. He is funny and interesting. Has a cute accent. Very helpful, he will allocate the time for you, makes students participate in class by creating interest. I thought I wouldn't make through the Statistics class, but he was so clear and helpful, that I actually enjoyed it and passed with a good grade.

5.0
4.0
MATH260
Mar 18, 2013

I love the teacher, but I do not like his tests. His pre-tests are far easier than the actual tests. It gives you a false sense of hope. This is an easy subject that he managed to make difficult. I do not recommend if you're not a math major. I am struggling as a math major. Calculus is easier than this class.

5.0
3.0
3338
Jun 11, 2013

Very good helpful and intelligent teacher with very good attitude. Explain well and go over homework.

5.0
2.0
MATH125
Grade: C+
Aug 26, 2013

This professor is awesome. He is funny and makes you want to do as best as you can in his class. Dont be like me, i got cocky so i stopped showing up, was difficult to catch up again.

5.0
3.0
MATH240
Dec 14, 2013

He does not believe in extra credit but he genuinely wants you to do well in his class. He will ALWAYS answer your homework or exam questions as long as you ask him. Tests are a giant part of your grade, but if you study & work hard, you will do well on his tests & get a good grade!

3.0
4.0
MATH238
Feb 7, 2014

The tests are nothing like the homework or the problems he explains in class.gives you a lot of homework, does not give any extract credit and he is pretty harsh in the grading.

3.0
4.0
CALCULUS238
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 18, 2014

This class is very hard and this teacher it is not helpful, he challenge students in tests, and he thinks that is very funny that every semester he just pass 10 to 15 students from 40 or more. Prepare to lose a lot of time, money and to get frustrated if you take this class with this professor. He does not have any interest in helping his students.

3.0
4.0
MATH238
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2014

238 is tough in itself. This is my second time taking it and I feel he is better at explaining it than the other professor. He'll help you if you ask for help and spends a lot of time going over the homework if you had problems. His tests however, are something else! His tests are not correlated with his study guide. It could go either way for you.

1.0
5.0
3225
Grade: F
Dec 24, 2014

Tests are nothing like what he goes over in class. Homework are also not the same as tests. Take him if you're good at math.

2.0
5.0
MATH238
Grade: F
Jan 19, 2015

He jokes around saying his job as a professor is to make everything difficult for students, and he backs it up. He really doesn't care if his students pass. More HW than any other class. Most time I ever dedicated to a class just to see the tests be different than the HW. All grading is on the 4 tests given. Bad test takers have no chance.

4.0
3.0
MATH238
Grade: B
Feb 15, 2015

His teaching style is very clear and helpful. What helped most was the online homework that we had to do. The tests are quite different from the homework but they are still the same concept so you can still figure it out if you think hard enough. The quizzes were also very easy. Overall it is a tough course and work must be put in. No EC : (

5.0
3.0
MATH125
Grade: A+
Mar 13, 2015

Go to class, do your homework, study and the class is easy.

5.0
3.0
CALCULUS1
Mar 13, 2015

This professor is the ONLY professor that will teach you a subject and make you love it at the same time. he is extremely helpful and always takes questions no matter what. he encourages participation and believe me, you will WANT to participate. Tests are same concept as hw, yes alot of hw but thats how you learn math! Practice!

5.0
2.0
MATH227
Nov 22, 2015

Very funny and helpful professor.

5.0
1.0
MATH227
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2015

Very good teacher Excellent !!

5.0
3.0
MATH267
Feb 7, 2016

If you want to do good in his class just do the homework and thoroughly understand it because his tests are just like the homework on webassign. He was nice enough to give us a study guide for some of the tests as well. There were no quizzes so you have to make sure you do the homework and do well on the tests.

5.0
1.0
MATH260
May 13, 2016

best math teacher I have ever had. very clear and straightforward.

5.0
2.0
CAL3
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

this guy is one of the best prof in math. he teaches great he is not rude but funny at times he will extended hw if needed in order to pass the class you need to go to class do HW i didnt even use my book .. do the hw understand the concept pass class

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
2.0
3.0
MATH267
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

His exams are mostly from homework and somehow easy, but he is the most disorganized person I've seen in all my life. He does not post a class schedule and he keeps changing the quizzes and tests days. He also writes the quizzes in class, and they usually have errors, plus he skips lots of applications. If you wanna be prepared for univ, avoid him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Jan 23, 2017
Would take again

THE BEST MATH TEACHER EVER! So helpful and is always available by email to help you solve problems. He gives practice exams which are pretty much exactly like the tests so you can prepare and he is pretty flexible with HW due dates. He lectures in the most simple way so everyone can understand and even comes 1hr early on exam days to answer q's.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2017
Would take again

Weekly online assignments and quizzes. 4 exams. Everything is done on Statcrunch. Program is very similar to Microsoft Excel. Easy class as long as you do all the assignments and study for exams. He provides guides for using Statcrunch. DOESNT RESPOND TO EMAILS. That's my only complaint. Overall easy A if you need a stats class. Also very useful!

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2017
Would take again

Very easy. Let us use an computer program to calculate thing for us, for if you are not that good in math, i recommend you taking this class. there is homework everyday but it is manageable. Lets us use some notes during test.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2017
Would take again

I took Calculus with other teachers and I didn't understand it very well. When I got to the class I was prepared knowing it was a difficult class but the way he teaches made everything seem extremely simple. The lowest test grade I got was a B and that was on my first test after that I got A's on my tests. Overall recommended if you are struggling.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Jun 10, 2017
Would take again

I took him for Math 115 and decided to take him again. Understanding the MathLab tool is key; 2nd time is a charm. My only complaint about this professor is he DOES NOT respond to emails most of the time. However, he will extend assignments to make sure you complete them. When we did the in class exams he provides an hour prior to review

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
MATH265
Grade: C
Jan 6, 2018
Would take again

Very friendly and jokes a lot. He posts Sample Tests to help us and answers a lot of homework questions in class. The professor is also very motivational and encourages students to ask questions and start discussions.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MATH227
Grade: A+
Feb 5, 2018
Would take again

Very anxious professor! He teaches multiple courses on different campuses so he is constantly conflicting himself. Really humble to his students however. His exams are pulled from practice exams he gives out. Book is require with the access code. I don't see anyone getting anything below a B-.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: Not sure yet
May 26, 2018
Would take again

The website used has great notes that help understand the chapter and statcrunch is easy to use. He lets us use formulas and the statcrunch guide during tests in class. He extends deadlines sometimes. You're able to take test and hw multiple times for a good grade. However, it'd be nice to receive a confirmation email after turning in work.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MATH227
Grade: A+
Jun 12, 2018
Would take again

If your looking for A, take him. I took him for the Spring18 online, all I gotta say is hella Easy!!! Im glad to get an A, Im really bad at math especially someone at the DSPS, take him. If you have accomdattions let him know, he is willing for you succeed. Love him, take him!

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MATH265
Jun 22, 2018
Would take again

Amazing professor. I definitely suggest to take him if you want to have deep knowledge in Math. He has a perfect sense of humor and tries to use jokes to keep students focused on lecture and not bored. He explains material in easy way to make sure that every student gets it.

Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2018
Would take again

It isn't that the class is easy, but that he makes math easy to understand. Statcrunch is helpful and easy to use. There is a lot of homework, quizzes, a couple labs and projects. I was worried about taking a math class, but this class was fantastic. It was organized and it was easy to understand what the assignments were and when they were due.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
5.0
MATH227
Aug 14, 2018
Would take again

Overall, he is a pretty decent professor. Very active with his students, especially if you need help so don't be afraid to ask him questions. He extends homework and quizzes, and cares for his students. The class is really tough so get ready to do lots of studying. Most likely, you'll be doing a lot of work on StatCrunch. I recommend a study buddy.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Caring
3.0
5.0
MATH227
Nov 28, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He's really nice and he does try to help you, but holy hell. This class takes 90% of my school schedule. There is SO much work to do like SOOO much. If you're not a math or bio major, don't take this class. If you do take this class, hire a tutor and study every week. Thats the only way you'll understand even 50% of the material.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
4.0
MATH227
Dec 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This professor gives a lot of homework and projects. He only teaches through power point and goes very fast. Gives two projects but does not really explain them well. He always gives the hardest problems for homework and exams and quizzes. I would not recommend especially since this class is very time consuming.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
MATH227
Grade: C
Jan 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

His lectures are very clear. He works with you but you cannot rely on his niceness to pass you. You need to take advantage of the extra tutoring and do the projects! it will show him you are trying.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
MATH267
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2019
Would take again

I took online Calculus 3 with him. Very helpful professor. He provides formulas for the tests. Study the practice tests and homework. Exam problems are taken from practice and homework.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: B
Jan 30, 2019
Would take again

He's really good at explaining the concepts and is willing to answer questions. He does go pretty fast, but is willing to slow down and review the material as long as someone asks. He does offer occasional review sessions if we are ahead of schedule, which was super helpful.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Feb 21, 2019
Would take again

Took online hybrid winter class with him for Math 227. As long as you do the homework and do the practice tests, and put in the effort there is nothing stopping you from getting an A. I am horrible with math and still got a A.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2019
Would take again

Amazing math professor. He's the chillest math profs I've met. Online class but he has great material and presentations uploaded. Some profs make stats harder than it needs to be but this dude is amazing. I go to LAVC but I chose to come here to to take him because he's so good. Communication is hit or miss, as he teaches a lot of classes.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
MATH267
Grade: B
May 29, 2019
Would take again

I am taking Calculus 3 with him. The best professor I ever had. The class is online but he has in-class reviews. I recommend to attend the reviews. Exam problems are taken from homework and practice tests.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: B
May 1, 2020
Would take again

I took online statistics with him. you are allowed to use a software that comes with the ebook and he provides steps of using software and formulas during exams. He posts solutions online and problems are taken from sample exams. If you just learn those steps, you'll pass the class for sure.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
5.0
MATH227
Aug 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I felt no support while taking his course. I dropped the class. The materials he gives are not everything. He didnt do lecture to explain the work or teach. All I got was handouts videos that made no sense and a tutor 2 weeks in. No help whats so ever.

Test heavy
5.0
1.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Aug 28, 2020
Would take again

I took online Statistics last spring. He gives saple exams and test questions are from the sample exams and homework. Just do the sample exams and you will pass the class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Nov 4, 2020
Would take again

Exam problems are from homework and practice tests. Just do those and you'll pass the class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
2.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Nov 9, 2020
Would take again

This was an online class. You need to do most of the learning yourself. Exam questions are taken from homework.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
3.0
4.0
MATH267
Grade: A
Jan 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

As with any online math class, it's really difficult to basically have to teach yourself all the material. He graded tests fairly, but it was really difficult to communicate with him. I had to email him multiple times to even be able to go to his office hours, and he would promise to have something graded by a certain time and was always late.

1.0
5.0
MATH227
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Worst Professor ever! He does not care about his students passing! He gives out way too much homework you literally have no time for anything else. Home work, quizzes and exams were due everything Thursday, which I thought was ridiculous because some of us work. Exams are proctored. He also does not reply to emails and does not offer extra credit.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Jan 26, 2021
Would take again

I took his online clas last semester. All assignments are due in one week. He also gave extensions and opened all old homework for thanksgiving week, so we can improve our grades. Exam questions are taken from sample exam and homework. After failing Stats at a different school, I finally passed it.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Feb 6, 2021
Would take again

Work on homework. Read solutions and notes posted on Canvas and you'll pass the class.

4.0
1.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Feb 8, 2021
Would take again

Math227 is tricky and confusing. If you're not fan of reading definitely you won't pass this class. Lots of homeworks and quizzes but multiple attempts. His lectures were too much to read and make sure to have notes. Exams are proctored and have 1 project. Prof Tigran wanted his students to pass his class. It isn't easy to pass, but efforts do.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
MATH265
Jun 21, 2021
Would take again

Pros: extremely good/fast with email, fair grader, fair tests taken from the practice exams and homework. Cons: takes forever to grade, office hours were tough to arrange

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Jul 18, 2021
Would take again

This was a summer short class. The professor was fast at answering emails. A few times during the exam I had technical problems and professor answered momentarily meeting through Zoom, solving the problem and adding extra time for the exam.

Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
MATH275
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I thought this guy wouldn't be so bad based on his rating, wrong. He never mentioned anything about proctorio in the Syllabus until the test came around so I had to buy a web cam for my pc all late Not to mention took 4ever to grade tests and he didnt show how you missed pts and on the sylb he says tests are off hw but they weren't at all. BE WARE!

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Tough grader
5.0
1.0
MATH227
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2021
Would take again

Test questions are the same as in homework and practice tests. Calculators, handouts and software are allowed to use during the test.

5.0
2.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2021
Would take again

Was an easy class. He posts videos of of the homework solutions. Most of those problems are also on the exam. Exam questions are picked from homework.

Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

You HAVE TO read ALOT. There's also alot of HW and Quizzes after every chapter that are due in a week. There's 3 exams, 1 final, and 2 written projects. Uses Proctorio. The questions on the exams are from HW/Quizzes. Does Exam reviews. If you read through all the lectures, use the notes he provides, and time manage, you should be fine.

5.0
3.0
MATH267
Grade: A
Jan 19, 2022
Would take again

Study the sample exam and you'll be fine.

Accessible outside class
3.0
5.0
STATS227
Jun 9, 2022
Wouldn't take again

I have to get the class over with somehow! But anyways its like going to YouTube college and youll learn everything from there. Lots of homework assignments in which Ive spend hours on. Literally just took his class for spring semester cause of the homework load. Good luck!

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
MATH267
Grade: B
Jun 10, 2022
Would take again

This was my second time taking calculus 3 and professor Tigran made it easy to understand it.

3.0
4.0
MATH227
Grade: C+
Aug 3, 2022

A lot of homework. I would shed a tear every time I saw the amount of homework assigned. At least he would accept late work.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2022
Would take again

I took this course during the Summer of '22. Because it is a 5 week 100% independent course, everything is fast-paced with multiple assignments assigned per week. We did not have zoom meetings, so self-discipline is so important! Attend/watch review sessions and ask questions! I highly recommend creating study groups with your peers!

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Aug 22, 2022
Would take again

I took this class as a summer course. There's lots of homework but the actual curriculum is manageable with practice. Professor Mkrtchyan was understanding with extensions. The homework is based on content in presentations and exams are based on practice exam/homework. As long as you study and practice a lot, you should perform well in the class.

Lots of homework
Caring
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH227
Grade: D+
Oct 12, 2022

Care about your academic standing?Then do not take this course! He does not teach the subject, but you teach yourself through a website that you HAVE TO purchase for $70!!!Exams are super heavy,he will not extend them by a second,even if every single student asked. No extra credit and no rounding up grades,even if it's just 4%. Terrible professor.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH227
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2022
Would take again

You are allowed to use calculators and online software. The professor posts video solutions of problems and the same problems are in the exams. There are no surprises, if you learn how to solve homework problems, you will pass the class easily.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
2.0
3.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 24, 2022

He's the most unorganized professor I've taken. He makes numerous mistakes when inputting grades, which is problematic when it comes to exams. He provides a grade based on the exam score and work shown but doesn't let you see what you've done wrong, so you don't know if he might've made errors. Your final grade is unknown until AFTER the semester!

Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 24, 2022

I purchased the textbook for $105 and did TONS of homework. But the homework and quizzes were "easy" in the sense that you have multiple tries and examples to help you out. However, when it comes to HIM grading exams, he is very unorganized. I learned calc well, but his messy grading system did not reflect my hard work at all :(

Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: B
Dec 26, 2022
Would take again

The class was supposed to be hard because it was a fast 5-week class. However, the professor made the class easier by posting sample exams. The test problems were similar to the sample exams and if you work on the sample exams, you should be ok with the test.

Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
CAL3
Grade: B
Jan 17, 2023
Would take again

This was an online class, so you have to study on your own a lot. If you solve homework and exam review problems, you should be fine.

Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MATH275
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2023
Would take again

I loved this class. Some of the lecturers were tough to sit through, but I had an overall positive experience taking his class. He taught what you needed to know and homework solidified what he lectured about. Tests were fair, similar to what he lectured and the homework he assigned. He did not assign too much homework either.

Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
4.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: B
Feb 6, 2023

He was very patient but be ready to do homework for hours. He was alright. Just try your best and you will pass

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: A
Feb 9, 2023
Would take again

This professor is good, I took him for a fast paced 5 week course so it was a lot of work. He is HW heavy but if something arises you can ask for an extension. I learned a lot from the way he teaches, he has zoom review sessions before the test and will reply to any questions you have throughout Canvas too. I recommend him and will take him again!

Lots of homework
1.0
1.0
MATH240
Grade: D
Apr 21, 2023

Reached out for help and accommodation. But he said math 240 is a very hard class instead of helping me out. I'm never handheld in math! The videos were out of order nothing made sense, disorganized. Retook in the summer w someone else and passed with an A. It was not as hard as he said. In fact, I love trigonometry.

Tough grader
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2023
Would take again

I took online math 261. If you are late on homework, just email him, he will extend your homework. Exam problems are similar to homework, so if you work on homework problems, you should be able do good on exams.

Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2023
Would take again

I took Calc 1 with him. Great professor, class was very easy.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
CAL3
Grade: B+
Jun 13, 2023

Not bad. Before each exam, you have to complete an assignment with 50-60 questions in only a few days. No feedback on tests. Changed the time for the final exam with only a day or two notice. I would not take again because I lost my enjoyment in math with this professor, please take the class in person if you get the chance.

Test heavy
5.0
3.0
CAL3
Grade: B
Aug 22, 2023
Would take again

Just work on homework. Test problems are similar to homework and practice tests.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
Math261
Grade: A
Oct 31, 2023
Would take again

Calculus in general is a tough class. He gives 2 to 3 HW assignments a week and a quiz per section of the 8 chapters. 5 exams 1 of which is cumulative. He uses a program called Cengage where you complete your HW, quizzes and Exams. As long as you do the work and stay on top of it you will pass the class.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
CAL3
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2023

Don't take a asynchronous course with him unless you are familiar with Calc 3. You grade is mainly based on your exams that arent based on the questions your told to study. So you better hope you understand the weird questions on the exam. Moreover, he takes forever to grade and respond to you. And you also won't get any feed back on the exams.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
2.0
MATH263
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2023

This Professor does NOT care. Does NOT respond to your emails and takes forever to grade exams. He doesn't tell you where you got wrong. Makes you buy WebAssign for $120+ and doing homework just becomes SLOW and PAIN. Go read Webassign reviews on Google, you'll see why. At least exams are easy but bad wording and lots of typos. I 100% self-studied.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
MATH263
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2023
Would take again

Took Calc 3 with professor Mkrtchyan. Honestly a difficult class even though it was online because you must self-study and do the homework assignments to learn. Test questions are similar to homework. The professor posts lectures online which are actually helpful. Final exam was tough, but doable. Lots of homework prepares for 3 exams + 1 final.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
MATH275
Grade: A
Jan 19, 2024
Would take again

Professor Mkrtchyan is funny and a humble mathematician. He's understanding of students and takes time to explain prereq concepts from Algebra. He's a kind grader on tests and provides some formulas. The tests are easier than the homework, do the hw and you'll be fine. Easily one of my favorite professors, super straight forward class.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
MATH263
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Feb 11, 2024

He's just cruel. Even if this class depended on your whole life, he wouldn't show an ounce of humanity. I aspire to be everything this guy is not. What more can I say...

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
MATH263
Grade: A
Mar 1, 2024
Would take again

This class was an easy A. Tests weren't proctored and were based on lecture & hw examples. It was really easy as long as you put in enough effort to do everything on time and really study/practice for the tests. He explains very well and he is always available for extra help (office hours). Take him if you are okay with asynchronous classes.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
MATH275
Grade: B+
Mar 11, 2024
Would take again

Very reliable and amazing lectures. Tests and quizzes are easier than the HW he gives so as long as you do the HW and the practice exams you will pass his tests with a B at least

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Caring
4.0
3.0
MATH263
Grade: A
Jun 5, 2024

Provided lectures for almost every section (missing about 4 towards the end, might need to read). 3 exams + final, methods used are similar to those in lectures, although the wording in a few questions did cause some confusing. Office hours M-Th, 7-8am. As long as your calculus foundation is strong, you'll be fine. Doesn't give the best feedback.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
2.0
4.0
Math261
Grade: B
Aug 5, 2024

He doesn't communicate well with students. It took 10+ students begging him to look over the exams (which he claimed were doable) and narrow the amount of questions down because there simply wasn't enough time to complete all the questions in the given time. He gives no feedback on anything, and if anything, left me more confused.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
Math261
Grade: B
Aug 6, 2024

This professor is unfair, and very strict on how he grades. No extensions on assignments and also very strange how he grades tests. He requires you to show your work on every exam but will take off points if your work isn't ordered correctly or isn't in the way he wants the work to be done. Would not recommend this professor at all.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
Math261
Grade: B
Aug 9, 2024
Would take again

Took during summer but it was not that bad. Also an async class so it is 100% self learn and study. No feedback on exams unless you schedule a zoom call with him which isn't ideal. Free online tutoring PLEASE take advantage of this. I could have done better but was busy. Im glad to get Calc 1 out of the way. Would take him again in a full semester.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: B-
Aug 9, 2024
Would take again

Took his async. class in Summer 2024 LOTS of work but doable. Some exams not enough time is given although it is quite similar to homework/study guides. The real issue with this Prof. is that he gives NO feedback on exams! He just takes off points from exams and you are left wondering where you went wrong. That's just being lazy, left students mad.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
1.0
Math261
Grade: B
Sep 19, 2024
Would take again

I took online calculus class in summer. The course is very fast but the exam questions were taken from the homework and we were allowed to use our notes. Just work on homework and you'll pass it.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
MATH263
Grade: B
Dec 16, 2024

Don't take him.....He doesn't grade fairly and a tough grader

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MATH263
Dec 16, 2024

unfair grader and doesn't tell you what you got wrong in the exams, not a single note.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MATH263
Dec 18, 2024

He didn't grade my second exam after the semester was over.

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
MATH263
Grade: C
Dec 20, 2024
Would take again

although he does not proctor, he grades very harshly. I've had 2 tests graded 100 each but after he reviewed my work gave me a 60 and 65. All because I skipped some steps and need to explain my work more. Do not expect him to adjust your grade or drop any tests, whatever you end up in the end is that.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
3.0
3.0
MATH263
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2024

Tough grader and gives little feedback. Lots of work but it is necessary. Class is challenging and has lots of content but is doable. Exams are similar to practice exams. Pretty doable course as long as you stay on track, but the work adds up fast. Teacher is easily accessible online through email. Lectures are prerecorded.

Tough grader
Accessible outside class
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: A
Dec 25, 2024
Would take again

I like his classes, especially because I am looking for fully online classes for flexibility, and he offers online classes. Thank you so much, professor. I am pleased that I got grade A for this class. Although I want to take his Calculus 3 class for spring 2025, they are already closed. So, I have to choose another professor's class.

4.0
3.0
CALCULUS1
Grade: B
Jan 25, 2025
Would take again

Tigran's Calculus 1 class is challenging but doable. While exams can be tight, the homework prepares you well. unstuck ai was a game-changer for study prep. Overall, a solid professor who wants students to succeed.

5.0
2.0
Math261
Grade: A+
Feb 6, 2025
Would take again

Professor is laid back but if you are taking this course during the winter/summer with no prior calc 1 knowledge like I did, expect to be doing calc all day. It is fast paced with a lot of work load but the exams end up being pretty easy and similar to the hw.

Lots of homework
Caring
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
Math261
Grade: A
Apr 9, 2025
Would take again

The teacher has no prepared lectures but I did choose to take an asych class. The biggest issue was feedback, I never knew what I got wrong on tests. Honestly though the class wasn't so bad, tests were based on homework and the workload was manageable

Tough grader
Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
Math261
Grade: A
Jun 10, 2025
Would take again

I took MATH261 with Professor Mkrtchyan in Fall 2024. He is a tough grader, and assigns a large quantity of homework for his asynchronous class, however if you are disciplined about self-studying the work is not too difficult. The exams are similar to the homework. My one hang-up with this class was the purchase of the textbook with Webassign.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
MATH275
Grade: B
Aug 2, 2025
Would take again

Professor gave an option to attend the lectures at school or through Zoom but attendance is not part of the grade. You can also watch lecture videos later. He goes slow and at the beginning of the class you can ask any homework question. Exams are easier than homework.

Accessible outside class
2.0
3.0
MATH263
Grade: A
Aug 8, 2025

No feedback on exams. Test questions often differ from homework/review. Long homework (15+ Qs). Lectures are slow (mediocre at best) and sometimes missing. Expected fast solutions on tests after lengthy lecture examples. Even in async class, all tests will now require PROCTORED Zoom. Very disorganized and unhelpful.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
MATH275
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 17, 2025
Would take again

Lectures can get confusing; he gets lost in the middle of a problem. Not too bad if you review the material on your own afterwards.

Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
MATH263
Grade: B+
Dec 21, 2025
Would take again

Took online course, each week 2-3 assignments were posted and due. The reviews for each test do not always line up with the actual test (especially for final), as each test is randomized from homework assignments. If you get lucky, you can get easy exams but there are no partial points given. Didn't watch any lectures and just read the textbook.

Tough grader
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
Math261
Grade: B
Dec 30, 2025
Would take again

This was an online asynchronous class. You watch posted videos, work on the homework and quizzes online and take online exams. Exams are graded with partial credits and you can meet after the exams to discuss it with the professor. There are also Zoom reviews but you don't have to attend them.

Accessible outside class
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