Uichiro Narusawa is a Mechanical Engineering professor at Northeastern University rated 2.7/5 by 17 students, with 4.1/5 difficulty (TRACE + RateMyProfessors + Reddit, updated July 2026).
Uichiro Narusawa professor reviews and ratings: 2.7/5 from 17 student reviews at Northeastern. TRACE + RateMyProfessor + Reddit.
"Fair" grading but very inflexible. Tests were 4 questions, each worth 25% of grade. Points were full or 0 credit - no in between. On one question, there was a circular shape that was not specified as a cylinder or sphere. Asked proctor (Narusawa wasn't present), he said to state assumptions. Solved for sphere perfectly, 0 credit - he wanted a cyl.ME4570 2018-01-17 23:25:18 +0000 UTC
He doesn't really talk much in class. However, his notes on the board are great; never had to read the book, just for homework problems assigned from the it. He's also very helpful in his office, willing to help you almost anytime of the day as long as you make an appointment with him beforehand.ME7275 2016-03-02 12:45:55 +0000 UTC
One of the most universally fair professors at NEU. His exams are straightforward and based on his lecture notes (which are exemplary). Speaks softly but is perfectly intelligible if you listen.ME4508 2011-03-21 13:30:12 +0000 UTC
Had this "professor" for thermo. he never turned more than 15 degrees from the chalk board, was impossible to understand (even if his volume should ever reach a legible volume...which it didnt), and very unclear. Goodluck.ENGTHRM 2010-12-18 23:03:19 +0000 UTC
had him for thermo. Great prof. Very straightforward. Just go to class, give the homework an honest try, and take good notes. He doesn't throw any curveballs, and is one of the most fair professors ive had at NU. A little hard to understand but you get used to it and his exemplary notes make up for it. Just attend class and youll be fine!MIMU380 2009-04-13 10:58:15 +0000 UTC
Had him for Thermo and Fluids. He seemed kind of like a jerk in Thermo. But when I had him for fluids his demeanor had completely changed. Gives good study guides for tests that accuratley show what he will be testing on. Pay attention to his examples in class, and stay on top of the homework and his classes wont be that bad.MIM380 2008-10-24 15:14:50 +0000 UTC
He helps those who are willing to help themselves. He is one of the better engineering professors at NU. Everything is straight-forward with this guy. If he speaks up, he would be outstanding.FLUIDMECH 2008-07-09 09:59:27 +0000 UTC
A good professsor, it's hard to hear him as he speaks to the board and he's tough if you don't want to show up to class but if you're willing to show up and put in the work he's very straightforward with his exams and what material will be on them.MIMU420 2007-04-15 21:24:32 +0000 UTC
What a bunch of babies the other raters are. His English is exemplary for a second language. His notes are clear and complete and he tests to his notes (but not to the book, so pay attention). It's a shame so many students feel a lecture professor ought to baby them and give them individual help.FLUIDSTHERMAL 2006-01-09 08:39:20 +0000 UTC
Hard to hear, hard exams, but very nice guy. He won't fail anyone as long as you show up to exams. but keep in mind a failing grade in engineering is less than a D-FLUIDDYNAMICS 2005-12-19 22:36:24 +0000 UTC
No CommentsHEATTRANSFER 2005-09-10 13:11:51 +0000 UTC
This was the absolute worst professor I ever had at Northeastern! He is way to old to be teaching and doesn't care about his students one bit! His english is also lackluster at best. And, his exams have material on them that he never covered!!! If you get him I recommend switching to another section.FLUIDMECHANICS 2005-09-09 11:39:39 +0000 UTC
Had him for 3 classes. Tests are impossible (you need to extrapolate too much), notes are good, and he is brilliant. I've learned a lot from him, but my GPA sucks because of himFLUIDSTHERMHT 2005-08-31 15:24:14 +0000 UTC
Narusawa is one of the most fair professors I've had date. He helps you prepare for his exams by doing examples out on the board and there are never any surprises as long as you attend lecture, pay attention, and take notes. He speaks very softly does have an accent, but his lectures are very beautiful and organized. He is a very fine gentleman.ME4570 2013-12-08 16:33:15 +0000 UTC
Cannot hear him as he talks to the board..Does not really care if you have a question or don't understand something. Neat handwriting, but you have no idea what he is writing down! Very frustrating class.MIMU380 2007-12-08 19:19:30 +0000 UTC
Uichiro Narusawa has an average rating of 2.7/5 from 17 student reviews.
Uichiro Narusawa's classes have a difficulty rating of 4.1/5 based on student reviews.
Uichiro Narusawa has taught ME4570, ME7275, BIOE3310 at Northeastern.
Data updated July 2026.