Clites is an extremely nice and understanding professor. Midterm was 3hrs timed and was super challenging, I definitely didn't do well and I don't think anyone found it easy. The content overall is pretty challenging, and Clites pushes the limits by incorporating a lot of Matlab content in the problem sets. Admittedly I'm sure what he taught us in Matlab is super useful, but the learning curve is steep and in the moment I didn't really appreciate spending like 6 frustrating hours on the Matlab component of the problem sets. In spite of the difficulty, Clites is a genuinely awesome professor and probably cared more about teaching than any other professor I've had. If you get the chance, I would absolutely recommend you take Clites.

Best professor at UCLA. He is the best professor I have had at UCLA and one of the nicest most helpful professors I have had the pleasure of having. His lectures always start with introductory powerpoints and then he switches over to handwritten notes where he explains topics very clearly. He is also really funny and open to questions throughout the lecture. The textbook is available online and if you need any extra help or have questions he is always willing to help during office hours or if you just reach out for a private meeting. He also offered non-class-related office hours which were super interesting and fun. The most challenging part of the class was either the tests (not challenging content but took way longer than expected) or the MATLAB work. We had homework almost every week and DO NOT WAIT TILL THE LAST MINUTE OR EXPECT TO CATCH UP WITHOUT HELP for MATLAB. The MATLAB work builds off itself so if you miss the first one, it makes the next one more challenging. The biggest thing is to reach out to him if you are struggling because he cares about his students a lot! If you need help with an extension he is willing to work with you as long as you are open and honest.
If you can TAKE THIS CLASS WITH CLITES!!!

Dr. Clites is quite possibly my favorite professor that I've ever had at UCLA. He genuinely cares about his students and their education, and he approaches this class (which is always considered one of the hardest lower division classes for MAE students) in a unique way that really helps us apply the concepts discussed in the class. Be a little prepared for doing coding (MATLAB) over some of the more difficult theoretical concepts in the class. Overall, this class was truly amazing, and the amount of effort Clites puts into his lectures and his homework is unparalleled. (He was also on Forbes' 30 under 30 list... honestly such a great guy.)

Best professor I've had in engineering. Clites really understand what it means to be an engineering student. His lectures are very helpful. It is obvious he spends a lot of time crafting his homeworks and exams around helping the student learn. Most of all, he is extremely caring and an awesome guy to talk to. Definitely recommend!

Professor was amazing. Actually cares about you. Did a hell of a job teaching the concepts of each topic while also providing step by step instructions for each method. Ideal teaching method I would say. Also did an amazing job incorporating real life examples into the subject and not just doing theoretical and contrived math. Only downside is that the subject itself is a bit tough but the person teaching it does a great job lecturing. 10 out of 10 would recommend

Something initially felt off about him having a perfect 5.0 rating, but after taking the class, I completely understand. He presents class material perfectly so that lectures are all you need for homework problems. He genuinely cares about every student, and you can tell by the way he speaks or writes to you individually. Some of the MATLAB assignments are very challenging, but he is committed to helping you learn, and is readily willing to grant extensions if it will give you time to better understand the material. I've heard horror stories of other professors teaching this class, so if Clites is an option, take him!!

Values student learning above all else. Incredible prof, highly recommend.