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This is the best professor. If you are willing to learn he will make sure that you are successful. Very fair, tells you exactly what he expects. Great teacher, would love to take another class from him.

Mannnn, this class was hard!! No lie!! But Kalburgi is a good teacher. His main goal is to make each student learn and in order to do well in this course, you have to learn how to program!! No way around it!! The hard work will pay off in the end! Believe me.

Seems like a huge jerk at the beginning because he is trying to get rid of people who are worthless, it works. As the class size drops, he gets so much better. Buy the right kind of folder he wants from the very get go, or you'll be ticked at your grade. By the end, my favorite teacher.

Not the easiest course, but if you pay attention in class, do your homework, etc. You'll learn a lot. I've had 3 programming teachers thus far, and have learned the most from Kalburgi. Get the right notebook, though. That took me 2 or 3 tries (he's adamant about presentation, but rightfully so.)

If you put forth the effort he is always willing to help. All you have to do is follow instructions and you have an A. The way he presents the material makes it easy to learn. Would take him for as many classes as possible.

I have taken him for 3 classes. Programming without a doubt one of the best professors out there, when it gets to networking he does lose a little bit of steam. Granted we were messing with W2K3 which he was not that comfortable with. But a very helpful instructor. DO NOT SLACK OFF in his class...

This class definatly made me want to cry at times but he is a great prof. He's is a enigineer who knows programming INSIDE AND OUT. Most teachers will read from a book-he teaching from his knowledge and makes the class entertaining. Oh and the slacker part is true. that's always fun to watch.

Kalburgi is very hard on his students, however, he will help you. Ask a lot of questions and let him know that your trying to learn and you'll be fine.

Great class! Will take some time and work but the A is very obtainable. Kinda mean at first but hang in there and you'll be okay. He's always willing to help you out.

Great professor! Just don't say "I can't." He has little tollerance for anyone who gives up. He's very willing to help; don't be afraid to ask if you don't understand.

He's An **** At First, It's An Act Just To Get Rid Of The Quitters. He's Very Helpful Eventually. You'll Actually Learn A Lot At A Good Pace. Watch Out For His Smart Ass Comments Though, He Seems To Be A Part-time Comedian.

Expects alot from his students, but gives alot as well. Will not move on until he is sure everyone in class knows what is going on. I have rarely worked harder, and never learned more than I did in his class. Genuinely cares about his students!

This class had me stressed out... but I ended up getting an A.

Great Professor! Best programming teacher I ever had. Others would just read from a book. Do not procrastinate. His programs might take a little longer to compile, which might give you headaches. The class made me cry thinking that I was not going to make it. The exams make you feel like you must break a code before time is up.

Good teacher. He's friendly & answers all your questions. He tells you exactly what's on the tests & what he's looking for in your answers. Make sure to do all the assignments, it really helps.

Cool Dude! Just get past IT201 C++ and it all down hill from there. Trust me. Hes just weeding out people in IT201.

he's easy if you pay attention.. dont take him if you dont attend class cause you probably wont pass.

Very easy and cool

Dr. Kalburgi is a great professor. He really knows the subject and is willing to help anyone that's willing to help themselves. If you want to learn and are willing to work for it, take him, you wont regret it!

Great teacher. He may seem like a hard-ass during the first few weeks of IT210, but it's only to weed out the slackers. If you do your work you will be guaranteed an A.

HE IS AWESOME. if you aren't a slacker and you show that you are geniunely interested in his class he will treat you great. if you don't intend to take this class seriously he will grill you every chance he gets--it's really funny. KAL-BUR-GI!

Great teacher. He will fuss at you if you don't pay attention in class. He makes sure that you do the work.

Awesome Professor. Attendance required but you actually learn in class. He teaches very well. Overall very nice and funny guy.

He will allow you to keep doing the assignemtn until you do it right (even past the due date)

Look if you don't like programming and you don't pay attention your going to get that ass grilled son! If you are like me and want to learn this and ask questions he will treat you wonderfully.

If you come to class, you will learn and pass

He is a great professor & will do anything in his power to make sure you understand. His class is difficult but he sets you up for success in all other IT classes. The amount of work you put it in this class is tremendous but you will not have any problems being successful in the other IT class. He makes the other IT classes seem easy. he is the ke

If you take this class in the summer...do not take any others!

VERY hard professor, but a good one! He is also a VERY funny teacher, and laughs funny too! However, his test are no joke!. All ESSAY questions! Imagine Mr. Carraway's class, but harder. If you're a Network Major, good luck to you! but I would recommend him!

Took him for IT416 and 417. All he did was read the slides, NO hands on experience to prepare us for the real IT world. Test are SOO hard!! He's a nice and funny guy though. It would be better if we actually mess with different hardware and software technologies.

Very good teacher. Knows his stuff and makes sure you do to. If you slack off, or don't pay attention in class, he will call you out. He warns at the beginning of the semester about it. You do have to put a bunch of time into the class, but it's well worth it.

Probably one of the nicest professors at ODU. The only thing that I didn't like was his test, bc his test are VERY difficult, but not impossible. You need to STUDY, and hope for a B! Only a couple of people get A's in his class. GOOD LUCK

Good professor, even though he acts as if you're already a programmer and will yell at you if necessary. He helps out a lot if you ask questions. Not very many people get As in his class.

When it comes to programming in C++, if you want to learn it, he will teach you! His class is a little fast paced, with programming project due every weekend. He has about five project Due a semester, and two tests. There is also a project that binds all due project, which is an easy grade, and something of a reference for the student.

He is very good and helpful teacher.He always answered my question and helped me a lot with my programs.His paper test was difficult for me and I failed it because there were too many questions for a short amount of time.But on the second test and the final exam I had "A"s because all you have to do is write a program in class.The program assignmen

He's intimidating at times, but overall he makes sure you know the content.

He's a really laid back teacher. All you do is go through power points, which you can also access on his website. He likes to fry people. His tests are essay based which is hard because its impossible to write a paragraph or more about cable wires! just study and you'll do fine. :)

He assigns a LOT of one-page papers, particularly if he notices people sleeping or spacing out. The lectures are basically going through the PowerPoints, but if IT isn't your strong point, you might want to come to lectures, even though he doesn't take attendance.

Great teacher. He is really hard to understand sometimes (he assumes you're already a programmer) teaching wise, but he keeps going over it until you get it. Very patient and understanding. Tests are difficult, but if you show interest and are willing to work hard you'll be fine.

Best professor I've ever had!

Uh-mazing professor! He does act like you have the mindset of a programmer. Very helpful. Do not text and put your phone on vibrate, on time he answered this guy's phone in the middle of class! LoLz! Take notes or you will regret it, they are great for future reference. Also, keep all the work you do for end of semester project.

He is a great teacher as long as you are willing to put time and effort to do the assignments and practice programs from the class when you get home. Exams are not really hard if you practice the assignments and the problems on the book. He is

He is a great teacher as long as you are willing to put time and effort to do the assignments and practice programs from the class when you get home. Exams are not really hard if you practice the assignments and the problems on the book. He

Class was held on a Monday (first time he moved it to this time slot). Its hard to have a 3 hr class on mondays with all the national holidays. We missed 3 classes due to this so it was EXTREMELY rushed. Nice professor, but expects too much for the exams. hypothetically, he shows us how to build an alternator in class, a motor for exam.

Learn alot from his class. He really makes you a better programmer. You will not regret taking his class. He is a lil harsh if you dont do things his way, but hes trying to show you how to program. I would recommend him! Just keep practicing the programs he shows you & you will do well!

This teacher is extremly intelligent and knowledgable in his field. I highly recommend taking his course. He very straight forward as to what you should learn and what to expect on exams. Do not buythe text. Study the slides and the topics discussed in class & you will do well. TESTS ARE ESSAY FORMAT so know the material. Indian, good english. Fun!

He is very helpful and you always learn a lot in all his classes. He can be tough and moves a little fast, but he always tells you what will be on the test so you can prepare.

He is a very good professor for C++ programming! However, you as a student must know a lot about C++ programming as well! I recommend that you study C++ programming before taking IT 210 because you are required to think critically for all of the program assignments and exams!

Dont let the name fool you. There is no language barrier. He is a good teacher and you will learn a lot, but he will make you work for your grade. Much of the time, I had to turn to the internet to help with programs. His exams are kinda hard. If you are on the networking path, you will see him again.

Good teacher. He treats class like a structured discussion. The only thing that was pretty rough was that his exams were all essay. Expect easy 1 page homework assigments after most classes.

He is a great professor! He may seem rude and harsh but he does it to push you. I never let him get under my skin it just pushed me to work harder. Read the book and practice practice practice!! Test are a little challenging but I passed the class with a B so it's possible to do well in this class!

The professor can put you on the spot, he walks around looking over your shoulder, but he does it to ensure you know the subject matter. Basically if you show up to class you'll do well in this class. However, if you miss a class, it can be tedious to try to catch up.

Very good teacher, down to earth, textbook is not needed but helpful due to teaching via powerepoint, he's a good teacher,meaning you wont just get a grade you have to show commitment, my seam hard due to the test in essays! only, but if you show inprovement you should be able to pass his class. Good luck,

I say first learn the basics of C++ via youtube before taking his class, that will give you some sort of knowledge before entering, I course is hard very hard and if you slack towards programming you will fail, he's a good teacher but your warned "Its Boot Camp" and hes the drill sergeant so I you study and practice you shall pass, hopefully?

This is a very basic intro course; I'm talking this is a mouse and this is a keyboard. Tests were all essay questions so listen and take notes, pay attention to what he focuses on during lecture, that will be on the test. Additional course work was one-page papers on a topic he focused on, which will be on the test. Super easy class for a Techie!

Dr.K is very nice and easy going in his 400 lvl classes. Most of the class was working in the computer lab doing the book exercise, which I preferred over sitting in class watching him talk. He will provide very little actual help with the activities. His exams are awful. They are 100+ multiple choices that nitpick, but the pp slides will help.

If you have never written code this class may be hard. The book is not needed, you will write code in class. The code written in class is what you will need to know how to use. Do yourself a favor and submit the assignments exactly as he wants, it will make it much easier for you.

I enjoyed taking most of my major IT classes with Dr. Kalburgi, this includes my programming courses as well as IT 416 and IT 417! He made me interested in programming to begin with and for that I thank him! His exams are not easy though, I would suggest that you study for all of those exams!

Dr. Kalburgi is a great teacher. He really knows his stuff. If you go to class and take notes the homework and tests are a breeze. There are 5 homework assignments and four tests.

Kalburgi is a good professor overall. He does have a tough teaching style but this will be to your advantage for the courses following this one. Definitely need to go to class or you will be miserably lost. The material is tough. Recommend that you read up on C++ before taking the course.

It's like boot camp, very tough and kind Professor, he makes sure you that all his students understand C++ programming. I would defiantly take him agin.

Good teacher. Interesting lectures and a pretty fair grader. I would take his classes any time.

Knows his material. You HAVE to attend class or you will get behind. 3 tests and 4 programs. Overall good professor wants you to succeed but have to work for grade. Recommend practicing programs. Ended up with B in class because of 1 bad test grade.

He is one of the best professors at odu. He makes you learn and his style of teaching is very effective (No power points, writes in the board). Even though he doesn't take attendance, you will be lost if you don't show up to class. 4 tests (in class programs) and 7 homework assignments. Tests are similar to the homework.

Only disadvantage is that he doesn't give you a heads-up on what will be covered in class. Otherwise this professor is very knowledgable and pretty straightforward. Tests are based off questions or red highlighted topics found within his lecture PowerPoints. Homework is usually 1 page with single spacing, but the topics he chooses make them simple.

Dr. Kalburgi is an awesome professor. He does challenge his students but he helps a lot if you get stuck as well. I hardly used the book but when I did the book didn't really match what we had gone over in the lectures. Just go to class, practice your programming, and PAY ATTENTION and you can pass.

He can be an hardass, but if you try and do your work, he is pretty good. scares alot of people who are trying the IT program though.

Dr. Kalburgi is superb. I learned Java and it's amazing. He's understanding and takes time to make sure you understand. My mom had a stroke early in the semester and he worked with me and inspired me in the process. He's comical and some may think that he's mean but that isn't true. Excellent professor to have. Don't use your phone during class.

I had a networking background so this class was easy. If you don't have experience then I'd recommend to actually read the book because students skip over them. The professor responds back when help is needed. Not an easy subject, study and youll do well. Two tests, one final, and one big project.

The class has 4-5 programming assignments, a midterm and a final. Final has three programming parts. Will need to spend some time researching the material since the class is only. He's not a harsh graded so that's a plus. He leaves his number where students can call and ask for help or set up a zoom call. Don't see why you wouldn't get an A.