“It is a phenomenal program from several different aspects. They are learning cutting-edge technology that is used
today by numerous companies and big firms, while also learning spatial visualization, and hand-sketching (I
don’t think others teach this valuable skill). Tan works patiently with the kiddos and keeps them on task and learning new techniques as they progress, encouraging them each step along the way. His classes are kept small so that it seems like your student is getting one on one teaching.”
Parent - Kim Hidalgo
“Tan is a great instructor. I had the opportunity to take a
class with him a few years ago. The knowledge of 3D
modeling and visualization of objects that he brought to
the class were instrumental. By teaching hand sketching
using engineering graphics principals while
simultaneously teaching how to model in 3D, Tan’s
students in the class gained a great skill set that allowed
them to excel in their other design and engineering
courses. Tan also brings a great level of interaction to
his class by using WebEx software that allows screen
sharing between all participants allowing them to work
together.”
Former student - Phillip Stephens
“Tan was my CAD teacher a couple years ago and since
then I have continued to use his basic drafting
principles! He is a great, patient teacher with a
veryhands on approach to his class. One unique thing
about Tan is he has a lot of industry experience so you
can guarantee the things you see in his class can and
will be applied in the real world. I recently got an
internship at the same company where he works and
ran into him. Not only did he recognize me but he
showed me the ropes around the company! Great
teacher and a really good drafter, definitely recommend
taking his class.”
Former student - Kevin Ton-That
“Tan is a great teacher. His class focuses on hands
learning. He makes sure to take the time to help those
who are having trouble with the concepts as well as
encourages those that understand to work ahead or
help others that are not doing so well. Overall I give his
teaching method an A++!”
Former student - Michael Didion
“One-on-one teaching improves
communication between teacher/student, increasing my
performance. The simple and effective teaching process, with each day of the week designated
to a particular skill or skill set that continually build on
each other.”
Former student - Matthew Hiller
“The easy and casual interactivity between instructor and
student. The Lego
project which was super fun and a very good way to put
our 3D modeling skills to use in an actual real life.
situation.”
Former student - Anna McCorkle
“Tan is one of the best professors I
ever had and he is someone I highly respect. More than
an instructor, he was also a mentor and someone many of
us looked up to.
I will always remember how by the second lecture
professor Tan had already learned all of our names (from
a 40+ students class) that showed me how much he cared
and proved his commitment to every single one of his
students’ successes in that class. His impact on people is immense and I
know the impact he will have on his future students will be
no different. I would definitely recommend “3DCAD -
Creative Program", as it may be a useful tool for those
interested in computer aided design, and also as an
investment in your child’s future.”
Former student - Jaime Bernadac
“This was a very fun class and included a variety of
interesting material, from modeling to assembling, to
manufacturing. My best understood subject is creating
basic shapes using the extrude, sweep, and revolve
tool. I made many parts, and each require a multitude of
extruded and revolved shapes. My second best
understood subject is dimensioning 2D projections and
3D objects. I learned how to properly draw and label
parts, find gaps between surfaces and edges using the
measure tool, and correctly size 3D objects. Last, I
learned how to assemble parts in a large assembly
using different types of constraints, and lock an object in
place correctly.”
Former student: Anonymous
“The use of an advanced program such as PTC Creo
and the ability to use tools (i.e. caliper, digitizer, etc.),
makes this program different from a lot of others. Mr.
Tan is a great teacher and made the learning process
alot less boring than other classes I took in the past.
A++.”
Former student - Frank Gibbons
“Professor Tan's methods of teaching vary between
student as needed. By the end of each class everyone
has the same full understanding. It can be hard to
comprehend how to model in 3D at first but Mr. Tan
always knows a way to help anyone understand. Since my
first year in college, after taking his introductory course I
became inspired in pursuing a 3D modeling career and
do the similar work Mr. Tan does. He shows you
examples of projects he has done and it is incredible
work. His work examples show you the power
Creo Parametric (Pro/ENGINEER) can have and proves to you that anyone
can do the same job. Once again Mr. Tan is an amazing
teacher with great charisma, patience, and intelligence.
Have fun and enjoy his courses.”
Former student - Erick Mariscal
