4.8

Timothy Phillips

Computer Information Systems - Cuyamaca College

4.8
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
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Would Retake
91
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4.8
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.8
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

91

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What Students Say

I'm going to take two more of his classes next semester

CIS120 - 5.0 rating

When talking to the class, his words are like something someone that one would want to hear; in one-on-one discussion, that's pretty much your only chance for hearing what you need to hear (assuming your conversation goes that way)

CIS120 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

64%

Textbook Required

55%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

92% confidence
Based on 14 grades
Most common grades:
A (9)
A+ (5)
Not sure yet (3)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 17 reported grades
A: 9
A+: 5
Not sure yet: 3
Common Tags
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (5)
Caring (5)
Respected (5)
Gives good feedback (4)
Clear grading criteria (3)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
Hilarious (2)
Amazing lectures (1)
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Reviews (91)
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CIS120
Jul 30, 2003

Great instructor w/ a sense of humor. Explains new concepts well. Take this MS A+ cert class in a full semester format-summer session too short to absorb all the material.

5.0
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CIS120
Nov 13, 2003

Superb! Presents course material in an easy, understandable and humorous mannner.

5.0
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CIS120
Nov 13, 2003

Excelent professor. Always willing to help and make sure everyone understands the material. Awsome sence of humor and very nice to look at.

5.0
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CIS120
Nov 20, 2003

Good teacher who admits that he doesn't know all there is to know about computers

5.0
3.0
CIS120
Nov 24, 2003

Very clear and articulate instructor (don't be late to class!!). Work is straight-forward and lectures are not boring. Great sense of humor, doesn't digress as much as many teachers do.

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Dec 28, 2003

Took the A+ CIS 120 class and believe it or not, he didn't bore me!!! Good sense of humor, and nice work load balance. Just show up to class, read the book, do the labs, keep notebook up to date, and you'll get a lot out of it.

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Jan 5, 2004

Mr.Phillips is an outstanding teacher. Very helpful and knows his materrial. He was always there to answer any question you may have. It was a true pleasure attending his class and fun too. Wish we had more teachers like him.

5.0
2.0
CIS121
May 25, 2004

Mr Phillips is very easy-going type teacher. I learned alot of new things from him!

5.0
3.0
CIS120121
May 26, 2004

Best cis professor. He isn't like those other teachers who pretend to know what they are talking he will say he doesn't know if he doesn't but will flip through hoops to find an anwser for you by the next time you see him. also is twisted but really funny

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Jun 2, 2004

No Comments

5.0
3.0
CIS163
Jun 3, 2004

Awesome teach, i dont care if i got the lowest grade in the class i will be back Tim mark my words i'll be back!

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Oct 8, 2004

Was very pleased with the relationship to this instructor. Excellent!

5.0
2.0
CIS121
Nov 3, 2004

A very good teacher who is dedicated to his students. He makes learning interesting and easy. He has a good sense of humor and always answers questions to the best of his ability. In my opinion he is the most qualified for teaching a networking class. Definetly a good experience for all.

4.0
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CIS120
May 10, 2005

Easy class, lots of reading from a boring text. I guess he is willing to help but I never really needed his help much. Take this class with him if you want an online class, he is very lenient. The 3 on campus meetings are annoying and long, but its worth it.

5.0
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CIS120
May 24, 2005

Awesome teacher!!! Great everything! I recommend him to anyone.

5.0
1.0
A
Sep 27, 2005

Cool teacherVery helpfull and I learned a lot

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Oct 31, 2005

Excellent teacher....knowledgeable, friendly and very approachable. I wish I could take more classes with him!

3.0
4.0
CIS105
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2005

Mr Phillips is a very good teacher,but for people with hardly any experience with using the computer it is very hard and confusing. Having trouble keeping up with. Nice person good attitude

4.0
3.0
CIS120
Dec 31, 2005

This teacher is very good teacher. If you don't talk about computrs, he'll start talking about his dog. Labs are too laid back, lets people go. One other thing, don't over talk him if another student asks about other classes or computers. Thats why he the teacher is teaching the class. Thanks. Overall, very intelligent person.

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Apr 7, 2006

Mr. Phillips is a wonderful teacher. He is greatly knowledgeable about the subject. He is very easy to communicate with and very understanding. He is very helpful with what ever relevant help is needed. He treats students as adults, therefore, he gives you an option to stay and learn if you want to.

5.0
4.0
CIS120
May 15, 2006

Very fast paced class. Good lectures. Treats people like adults. Good sense of humor. Willing to help anytime you ask. BUT don't expect him to hold your hand- you need to be able to make the decision on your own to come to him for help (part of that being treated like an adult thing).

5.0
1.0
CIS120
May 20, 2006

Excellent Instructor!! I took this class online and breezed right through it. He gives you plenty of chances to do online quizzes and basically gives you the test questions to study. It has been a pleasure to study under this teacher and I highly recommend him!!!

5.0
2.0
CIS120ONLINE
May 24, 2006

Excellent teacher, very fair.

5.0
3.0
CIS120
May 25, 2006

Subject can be menial and tedious, Tim does everything he can to keep it fresh and direct.Adapt and Overcome the difficulty issues and you'll be just dandy.

5.0
1.0
CIS120
May 27, 2006

TIM IS A GREAT INSTRUCTOR AND I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIS CLASS. HE'S ENTERTAINING WHICH KEEPS YOU INTERESTED IN THE MATERIAL. HE EXPECTS THE STUDENTS TO DO THE HOMEWORK AND THEN REINFORCES WHAT WAS LEARNED DURING HIS CLASS. HE'S THERE FOR YOU DURING LAB BUT NEVER LOOKS OVER YOUR SHOULDER. THE BOOK, POWERPOINTS AND LABS WERE ENOUGH TO PASS THE A+ CERT.

5.0
1.0
CIS162
Oct 30, 2006

My second semester with Tim and if I'm lucky I'll have him again as an instructor. If you need a CIS course try to have him as an instructor, he's funny and smart and helpful also...

5.0
3.0
CIS120
Dec 14, 2006

This was one of my favorite classes that i've taken this year. Anyone who wants to work on computers for a living, i highly recommend taking this class by Mr. Phillips.

5.0
3.0
CIS120
Dec 22, 2006

Tim Phillips is a natural teacher. He treats students with respect, inspires confidence in the subject area, is clear about what needs to be learned, and promotes a delightful, non-threatening atmosphere for enjoyable learning and for student interaction and cooperative learning. I am currently registered for 2 more courses with Tim.

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CIS120
Mar 22, 2007

If you want to be entertained and learn at the same time, you'll want to take this class. Tim knows how to keep the class fun. If you want you're A+ Certification, I'd suggest enrolling in his class. You are sure to figure out if you have a true interest or not. I would recommend the actual class vs. online. New building and a lab every week.

5.0
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CIS162
Apr 4, 2007

Extremely cool teacher, every class i've had with him (3 or 4 now) has been fun and actually kept me entertained. I find it hard to pay attention in other classes but Tim keeps me rapt. His unusual teaching technique (fun!) actually helps to focus and direct the class and makes you retain the information you need.

5.0
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CIS120
May 27, 2007

I can tell you, Tim is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had in college. He makes learning in class extremely fun, and in his case, the class clown is standing up in front of the class. He has a wild sense of humor, and is very well qualified for what he teaches. A must for anyone who needs or wants to take computer related classes.

5.0
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CIS120
Dec 10, 2007

Mr. Phillips is more than just interested in what he is teaching. He knows his subject well and enjoys sharing that knowledge with others and is effective in doing so. His sense of humor was very much appreciated but not overdone. He handled the class very well. I highly recommend him to anyone taking this subject. You will not be sorry.

5.0
2.0
CIS0503
Dec 12, 2007

I've really enjoyed Tim's CIS 105 class. He inserts humor in his lectures and keeps you interested in the material. Even though you need to read the chapters, he covers most of the info in class and allows time in Lab for you to ask ?'s and complete homework. It was great having him for an instructor.

5.0
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CIS120
Dec 29, 2007

Kept lectures interesting. Labs, quizzes, and tests exactly as explained and expected. Grading extremely fair - will always give the student the benefit of the doubt.

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CIS105
Jan 8, 2008

He is the best teacher ever!! Awesome teacher!!!He is always willin to help students!! Test is totally easy. Very fun class.

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CIS125
Jan 14, 2008

This was a great course. Tim is an excellent instructor. If you want to learn about computers, he is the man to learn from. Be prepared to have an awesome computer experience.

5.0
1.0
CIS105
Jan 18, 2008

This guy is one great teacher at Cuyamaca College, go out of way to help students. Also gives great online classes.

5.0
1.0
CIS105
Jan 18, 2008

He makes using a computer and all the lastest software so easy. Not a student he can't teach!

5.0
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CIS0514
Apr 16, 2008

Mr. Philips is one great instructor, very helpful and easy going. covers all of the most important topics and explain them really well. i never had a question he always answered all of my questions. i had him 3 of his classes and i am the most happiest student to have him i recomend him for every one i know who want to take CIS classes.

5.0
1.0
CIS162
Apr 16, 2008

If you're interested in a career in networking, take this class.

5.0
1.0
CIS162
Apr 23, 2008

Amazing instructor, helpful, precise, knows his materila very well. If you want o know more about computers this is one of the best instructors you will ever come accross.

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Jun 3, 2008

If you want your A+ Certification, or work in a computer store or just want to save a lot of money on your next computer, this is the class to learn how to build computers and use them.

5.0
3.0
CSIS110
Aug 25, 2008

Mr. Phillips is the best, most intellagent and caring teacher ever! I highly recommend him to anyone. He is very cool, and so is lovely daughter Autumn!

5.0
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CIS1168
Aug 27, 2008

good!

5.0
2.0
CIS162
Nov 13, 2008

Tim was really understanding with my job and was extremely helpful with the assignments.

5.0
1.0
CIS125
Dec 13, 2008

He is a great professor, extremly helpful and very fair. You would really have to not care to fail his class. His classes are definately entertaining, no bordem here.He teaches A+, Network and Visio. I took 2 out of 3 so that should say something. Good Luck!

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Jun 4, 2009

Great teacher, made the material very interesting.

5.0
3.0
CIS120
Jun 4, 2009

Funny, dry sense of humor, clear,helpful,encouraging...

5.0
3.0
CIS5154
Jun 10, 2009

Was a great help looking forward to his other classes

5.0
4.0
CIS162
Oct 31, 2009

Enjoyed class. Good instructions and a great sense of humor!

5.0
3.0
CIS162
Nov 1, 2009

Great professor with a fun sense of humor. This is my 1st CIS class at this school and the subject matter (MS Visio) turned out to be extremely useful in other areas as well. I plan to take the A+ class next semester.

5.0
3.0
CIS170
Nov 8, 2009

Online class. Very good communication and great sense of humor! Enjoyed the course.

5.0
1.0
CIS1168
Nov 18, 2009

Great professor with a fun sense of humor

5.0
3.0
CIS120
Dec 1, 2009

very good professor he was clear on all courses covered.

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Dec 1, 2009

one of the best professor i ever had , really cool teacher and really funny.

4.0
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CIS120
Dec 23, 2009

In my situation, he is a reminder of what college professor is usually like, what with the freedoms non-existent in high school & all (yes, I'm a teen---deal with it). He jokes around with the notion that a bunch of nerds were smoking joints & thought it was cool to make computer-based electronics in certain ways---it's not funny because of drugs.

5.0
3.0
CIS1168
Jan 5, 2010

Great professor, great person. Always helpfull. Follows textbook. Interesting to listen. Top of my best teachers book.

5.0
3.0
CSI120
Feb 1, 2010

Love how your teaches his classes! He does a GREAT job!

5.0
3.0
CIS120
May 24, 2010

Outstanding in every respect. Always professional and very prepared. Very good learning environment. Would highly recommend to anyone!!!

5.0
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CIS120
May 24, 2010

His class is a lot of fun, and no one knows more about computers than he does. Good for all levels.

5.0
1.0
CIS120
May 28, 2010

Very knowlagable. Tim has a great sense of humor and is very laid back.

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Jul 6, 2010

Great teacher. Ex millitary. But really star trek lovin a geek. Good sence of humor. I really liked the class.

5.0
3.0
CIS120
Dec 14, 2010

Great teacher! I'm going to take two more of his classes next semester...

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Dec 14, 2010

When talking to the class, his words are like something someone that one would want to hear; in one-on-one discussion, that's pretty much your only chance for hearing what you need to hear (assuming your conversation goes that way). Thanks, Mr. Phillips; that talk made me rethink my future (perks of being a college teen, stereotypically speaking).

5.0
2.0
CIS5165
Apr 11, 2011

This is not my first class with Tim. He is very helpful when you ask. He doesn't assume you have prior knowledge of subject. I will continue to take his classes

5.0
2.0
CIS120
May 20, 2011

He is a great teacher who is very organized. His class is worth taking as you will learn something new regardless of your experience level

5.0
2.0
CIS1175
Nov 7, 2011

Mr. Phillips is an excellent teacher. I appreciate that he provided his students with constructive feedback, and interacted with the class. The assignments were very clear, and he provided ample time to complete the assignments. The skills you will learn are excellent for personal use, or in the workplace.

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Apr 1, 2012

EXCELLENT TEACHER! Class is never boring and very educational! he is very helpful with any questions you have. tests are very easy as long as you pay attention. labs are fun. great class!

5.0
2.0
CPU120
May 21, 2012

great class always fun learned alot

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Sep 26, 2012

Very easy teacher. HE explains exactly what he wants and is easy to learn from. I also took an online class and all he does is have quizes and test which are easy

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Nov 9, 2012

He is an excellent teacher. His directions are clear and understandable and he keeps it interesting. Would take classes from him anytime.

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Dec 5, 2013

Super Tim was a great instructor. At one point he messed up on a quiz so he just gave out full points (which was good- i didn't want to do it again!)I took it in preparation for the A+ Cert exam,and i really learned alot. Def. recommend!

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 5, 2014

Tim was my first college teacher, and I gotta say i couldn't have been more fortunate. He is hilarious, even in a four hour lecture. I didn't have a clue about computers when i first walked in, and now i know the inside of a computer like the back of my hand. He kept things simple and to the point, he has tons of life experience, and hes awesome.

5.0
1.0
CIS125
Grade: A+
Jul 18, 2015

Best professor ever! Take his classes Easy to understand Easy to pass Excellent teacher!!

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Grade: A
Oct 29, 2015

i enjoyed tim he was amazing to me and since i talked to him a lot i gave him feedback on videos to show in class like techquickie. so now he is going to have even better videos.

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Grade: A+
Nov 4, 2015

He is one of the best professors I had. Keep up the good work Uncle Tim

5.0
1.0
CIS120
Apr 11, 2016

Fun instructor. Makes it easy to learn. The easiest way to pass the class is to do what he asks of you.

5.0
2.0
CIS1205155
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2016

Mr. Phillips is the best instructor I've ever had, he cares, he makes the class fun, informative, and easy if you're willing to put the work in, I plan on taking 2 more of the classes with him and am very much looking forward to them, I'm finally excited to take college classes instead of dreading them.

5.0
1.0
CIS121
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2016

Very clear cut professor. Supported learning and understood every student had their own level.

5.0
1.0
CSIS110
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2016
Would take again

Great Teacher!! He makes his class very understandable and easy to pass. He is also always available to help students via email or office hours. He really cares about your success. I would recommend him for any online class! He is amazing!! I got an A just by reading assignments and submitting work on time. He gives you multiple attempts to pass

5.0
2.0
CIS110
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2016
Would take again

Tim is the best online professor who you can choose; he is always there and his assignments may be somewhat tedious, but easy. I had user interface problems with my Mac & Excel interactions and I e-mailed him and he helped me resolve. This was my first time taking an online course and I was scared. This is feasible as long as you manage your time!!

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CIS1101170
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2016
Would take again

This class was 100% online. When there were a few blackboard or software glitches, Tim Phillips, make sure it was corrected. So the class ran smoothly. Tim Phillips gave excellent instructions and chose the best parts of each subject for us to study. If we got something wrong, we had a chance to improve. We could also work ahead on the assignments.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
CIS120
Apr 17, 2017
Would take again

a very good knowledge professor. give a good material resources

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CIS120
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 18, 2017
Would take again

From first email from Tim I knew that this class will be awesome! He has great sense of humor, very inspirational, always in a good mood, knowledgeable, multifaceted, strict but on a cool way, participation matters cause class is "Hands ON" plus his teaching style is outstanding. I am sooo taking more of his classes :)

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS121
Grade: A
May 7, 2017
Would take again

Mr. Phillips is a great and caring teacher who gives good feedback. This is the second class I have taken with him, also took A+ with him. He wants he students to succeed, as long as you show up do the homework then its a easy A. He is clear what he wants, emails you back quickly, and is organized. Would take again in a heartbeat!

Participation matters
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS120
Nov 6, 2017
Would take again

He is man true to his word and will do whatever he can to help. He doesn't waste your time. If he sees you putting in the work, he will put in the work to help you when you ask.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
2.0
CIS120
Grade: A
Nov 13, 2017
Would take again

He is an amazing instructor, he is very respectful and fair. He was a prior United States Marine which I have a lot of respect for and he's really mellow. You will learn a lot from his class and in the same time, you'll have fun doing it. The work is simple and if you put the effort, you will receive an A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
CIS120
Grade: A+
Sep 26, 2018
Would take again

A very enjoyable class. Just stay on top of the work and it's easy. He's a very likeable teacher. He's a former Marine and is actually on the right which is a plus in today's age.

5.0
2.0
CIS120
Grade: A
Oct 9, 2018
Would take again

Tim Phillips is a great instructor! He is always clear about expectations, and makes sure to respond to student questions in a timely manner. The content that I learned allowed me to successfully pass the Comptia A+ exam! Further, I was able to build my own computer months afterward. Keep up the great work, Super Tim!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
CIS120
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2018
Would take again

Tim is an absolutely fantastic professor! I would highly recommend this class to anyone who either wants to learn a little bit about computers or has to take it for their degree, I almost want to take it again!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
CIS120
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 24, 2023
Would take again

What a great class. I learned so much without realizing it. The material isn't hard and I got so much out of it. Tim chooses the material based on what is best for the student to learn. He is also helpful in guiding students in order to meet their personal goals . The LabSim labs along with the hands-on labs made it a great learning experience.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
Accessible outside class
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

64%

Textbook Required

55%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A+

92% confidence
Based on 14 grades
Most common grades:
A (9)
A+ (5)
Not sure yet (3)
Grade Distribution
A(14)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(0)
Based on 17 reported grades
A: 9
A+: 5
Not sure yet: 3
Common Tags
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (5)
Caring (5)
Respected (5)
Gives good feedback (4)
Clear grading criteria (3)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
Hilarious (2)
Amazing lectures (1)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.11 avg change
May
Nov
Sep
Oct
Nov
Apr
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

CIS121

5.0

(4)

CIS120121

5.0

(1)

CIS163

5.0

(1)

A

5.0

(1)

CIS120ONLINE

5.0

(1)
+17 more courses
Difficulty by Course

CIS120121

3.0

CIS163

3.0

CIS5154

3.0

CIS170

3.0

CSI120

3.0

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