3.7

Abdul Aqeel

Biology - Bergen Community College

3.7
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
67%
Would Retake
137
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

67%

Would Retake

137

Reviews

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5

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6

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2

10

1

34

What Students Say

I don't know where to begin

BIO104 - 3.0 rating

Overall, I am satisfy with this professor

BS108 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

98%

Textbook Required

0%

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A+ (8)
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Based on 111 reported grades
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B+: 28
A+: 8
B: 6
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TEST HEAVY (15)
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Reviews (137)
4.0
4.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Apr 27, 2016

Professor Aqeel is such a great professor. I took his Micro class and I learned a lot from him. If you're really into Micro, then this is the class for you. He goes into easy-to-understand details. He's hilarious and made the class interesting, but a tough grader. Just come to class, take notes, and you'll do just fine.

4.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: B+
May 1, 2016

He's a great professor! He's extremely helpful and will do just about anything to make sure you succeed. If you are worried about taking microbiology for any reason then TAKE hem. You will do great!

5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: A
May 31, 2016
Would take again

Very good professor, I liked him.

1.0
2.0
MICRO104
Grade: B
Jun 21, 2016
Wouldn't take again

HORRIBLE professor. He'll only be able to teach at a community college for students who don't care about their work. I received high marks all semester above 90% and he gives me a B in his class. Barely speaks English and reads strictly off slides. ALWAYS unprepared and unorganized. Don't email or challenge him, he'll take it out out on your grade.

5.0
5.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Jul 18, 2016
Would take again

Excellent teacher.

5.0
3.0
BS102
Grade: B+
Jul 18, 2016
Would take again

Very good.

2.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Aug 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He doesn't know microbiology. He couldn't decipher between the dermis and epidermis of the skin but easy he gives all the answers to test Pop quizzes and he lets people cheat on tests

Get ready to read
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BS108
Grade: B+
Sep 1, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Aqeel respects the individual learner, and expects people to take personal responsibility for their education. Do your part and you will get an A.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: A+
Sep 5, 2016
Would take again

I took this class over the summer. It was easy class and I got an A

Get ready to read
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
BIO104
Sep 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Reads off slides, does not provide explanations beyond slide even when asked (the book describes better than this guy). Learned nothing from him and everything from videos/text. Tests are meticulously detailed. Word of mouth review is unreliable (will say one thing, test on another). Tells material, does not (cannot?) teach. A body if nothing else.

Get ready to read
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A+
Oct 19, 2016
Would take again

Thump Up! Some people comment here even before the semester end!. Overall I am happy with his professor. I took the class over the summer and got an A.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A
Oct 20, 2016
Would take again

Good professor!

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Oct 24, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I didn't learn much of anything from his class. I took him this summer and all he did was read off slides the whole time so it wasn't even necessary for him to be lecturing. I would never take one of his sections again.

LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2016
Would take again

Awesome!

Respected
Get ready to read
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2016
Would take again

Excellent professor.

Respected
Get ready to read
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
2.0
BS108
Grade: A+
Nov 28, 2016
Would take again

Overall, I am satisfy with this professor.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BIO108
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Aqeel is an awesome teacher. His classes are hard, but if you follow his advise on studying you'll do fine. You must spend A LOT of time out of class preparing for his exams, but you'll leave knowing you've actually learned something.

TEST HEAVY
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BS108
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2016
Would take again

This professor is the one of the most chill professor you will ever come across. His class will not(nor should it be) be easy. It will need you to read the book daily and your attendance. I am in nursing program now and am still using the book for my class. Definitely recommend him.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
BIO108
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2017
Would take again

One of the most understanding profs I've ever had.

Tough Grader
Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
1.0
3.0
BS108
Grade: A
Feb 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

BORING

Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
BIO108
Grade: B+
May 9, 2017
Would take again

Great prof.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO104
Grade: A+
May 23, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Aqueel is a great professor! The level of work is reasonable: He gives 6 quizzes, drop the lowest grade; 4 exams, drop the lowest grades. Fun lab every week. He's great at answering questions in class and via email. Grades are posted quickly so you always know where you stand in the class. I loved the subject and found the textbook interesting/

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2017
Would take again

Great professor, I liked him.

Tough Grader
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Aqeel is one the best professors I have ever had. You will no doubt enjoy the class even if the material doesn't seem that interesting to you. The best class I've taken at Bergen . If you can take a class w/ Dr. Aqeel, TAKE IT!!

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2017
Would take again

Easy class, no homework!

Respected
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
5.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This was honestly one of the hardest and most stressful classes I've ever taken. He does seem to be a bit disorganized, breezes through slides, and is often not clear on labs. Sometimes he can be nice, other times he can be moody & impatient. I had to teach myself everything from the book bc I didn't understand what he taught in class. Not easy!

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
2.0
4.0
BIO104
Jan 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor Aqeel seemed to make the class more difficult than it needed to be. There were about 10 quizzes in lecture and lab, 5 lecture tests in lecture and one lab accumulative final. His lectures were very disorganized at times and he didn't really give the class feedback with our grades. Labs with him were enjoyable but the final was difficult.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BS104
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2018
Would take again

I liked the class. He gave us many opportunities to pass and dropped the lowest test and quiz.

Tough Grader
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2018
Would take again

His lab is fun, lecture a lot of material but I survived it with A

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: A
Feb 27, 2018
Would take again

The syllabus is straight forward and really well organized. If you don't have a problem reading you should enjoy the them. Give him a chance, he's good.

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
Caring
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Feb 27, 2018
Would take again

There is a fair amount of reading, but the lab can be interesting. You will be asked to submit presentation assignment. It's not hard if you stay on top of it.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: A
Feb 27, 2018
Would take again

I really enjoyed the course this semester, it really give notice to critical thinking at the end of each chapter/test, don't worry they are extra credits. I would love to take a similar course with him.

TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: C+
May 10, 2018
Would take again

It is somewhat hard, at least for me it was. Despite what I got in the class, it's my fault, not the professors. He taught everything properly, cared for his students and explained everything thoroughly. Put in work!

Respected
TEST HEAVY
Caring
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: A
May 10, 2018
Would take again

Can be a little boring but I think that's the material not the prof. Really strives to make everything easy to understand and follow.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: A
May 10, 2018
Would take again

He cares his students a lot. Excellent Prof!

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A+
Jun 21, 2018
Would take again

He is so funny and his class is so much fun, he has a bit of an accent but he is easy to understand. His tests are pretty straightforward and grades fairly.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A-
Jun 21, 2018
Would take again

Very engaging and consistently helpful when explaining things

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Jun 21, 2018
Would take again

Best professor I've had by far! Cares about his students and makes Micro easy. I could not ask for more.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Jul 26, 2018
Would take again

Very good prof. I liked him. Lab is fun. I learned a lot.

Gives good feedback
Respected
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Jul 26, 2018
Would take again

This prof is the best prof I had. This is my second time taking micro and I passed with good grade.

Amazing lectures
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A+
Jul 26, 2018
Would take again

There is no homework, quizzes are easy, give study guide.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2018
Would take again

The lectures are heavy. But if you study on time, sure you will pass with good grade.

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2018
Would take again

I think he is a fair grader. Quizzes were online. I liked that.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Sep 8, 2018
Would take again

Very good

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Sep 8, 2018
Would take again

Awesome I liked him a lot

Get ready to read
Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dude. I don't know where to begin. I have to teach myself the material! There is a quiz at the beginning of every lab, very disorganized, grading is confusing. He doesn't include everything together (lab reports/quizzes, lecture exams) on moodle so you have to do the math yourself. Gives fill in reviews online- doesn't go over it in class. I'm ded

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BI0104
Nov 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Very tough professor and class. He gives out way too much material, and it is just unfair. For instance, students will have an exam on 400 powerpoint slide presentations, which is absurd. No organization and everything annoys him. Horrible professor and class. Half my class if failing, and he doesn't care. Don't take this professor lol he sucks

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 13, 2018
Would take again

This professor is Fair grader. The grades are distributed between test, quizzes, lab report, unknown. You will pass with good grade if you do your part.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Nov 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Tough grader. Exams are too hard. It's not right to have 50% of the exam multiple choice, which is an exact replica of his study guides, but then to have the rest of the exam really really hard open ended / chart questions. I have nearly a 4.0 GPA and I failed every one of his exams. Too tough for no reason.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Nov 21, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Hard class. Professor makes it more complicated than needed. Maybe it's because he has his phD so he expects students to know it all. Idk lol he is telling a lot of students they should consider dropping the course. Nah man, just do your job right and no one will drop.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

I found this professor is caring and a very nice person. He helped me passing this class. Microbiology is hard class if you are not ready for it.

Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

A lot of reading materials, the lab can be interesting. You will be asked to submit presentation assignment. It's not hard if you stay on top of it.

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Caring
1.0
5.0
BS104
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor is very unfair, and has a malicious attitude towards everyone. Very disrespectful, and always gives sarcastic answers... very very rude every class.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Refuses to engage with you whatsoever, if you need help or have questions he will not help you. He will just give you attitude, and treat you like you are a bother to him.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
BS104
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

His teaching style is a joke. It's almost impossible to pass this class. Don't waste your time. Does not care about his students.

1.0
5.0
BIO104
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Class was pretty bad overall. Would I take him again? NO. Very hard teacher.

Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Dec 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Reviews don't reflect what's on his exams. He tells students they're bothering him. Dude that's ur job, have some respect for the school and the students, bc guess what, they're partially paying for your salary so stop

Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Dec 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

You won't pass unless you're literally a genius. Hardest class ever, even though its an intro level class at a community college. He makes it impossible

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
BS104
Dec 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This Professor has a horrible attitude. Anything can get you on his bad side, and when youre on his bad side he WILL take it out on your grade. Beware, teacher is very unfair. The class isnt impossible, but this professors attitude definitely is.

1.0
5.0
BIO104
Grade: C+
Dec 28, 2018
Wouldn't take again

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS He gives a LOT of information in one lecture which makes it hard to understand and this course is hard already as it is. His study guide for the exam basically gives you the answers for the multiple choice but the open ended is so difficult and worth 60% of the test. The 1st exam all of us got between 40%-60%.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Jan 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This professor just reads off of the powerpoints. He doesnt do a really good job at explaining things, so you willlll have questions.. but dont expect him to help you. He just gives you attitude, as if youre bothering him with a simple question.

Tough Grader
5.0
3.0
BS104
Jan 7, 2019
Would take again

This professor is very good professor. He is caring, and is very funny at times. The comments below appeared to be from the same person who may failed the class!

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
BS104
Jan 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This class is nearly impossible. I passed but barely got through. I had a similar experience as most of the other students. Very very hard.

Tough Grader
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Jan 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Youre kidding right? This class is exactly how a professor should NOT conduct a class. Very unorganized, and always has an attitude. Ridiculous.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
4.0
BIO104
Jan 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The class was alright. Biology is a interesting topic, but a hard one to learn if the teacher doesnt teach it right, or make things clear enough. The test were.. I would say a 8 of 10 in difficulty. The class would of definitely been easier if the professor was more friendly to approach about things. I would not take this class again.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Jan 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor I ever had.

1.0
5.0
BS104
Jan 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Horrible teaching style, only reads off slides..

Tough Grader
4.0
1.0
BO104
Grade: B+
Feb 9, 2019
Would take again

This professor is an excellent lecturer. He is really knows his stuff and teaches it very well. Very informative.

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Feb 9, 2019
Would take again

He is very clear, very helpful, covers all aspects of microbiology.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A-
Feb 9, 2019
Would take again

Overall I am happy with my grade and with this professor.

Respected
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A
Mar 13, 2019
Would take again

The semester do not finish, yet. But I am happy with this professor so far. The tests are easy.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
BS104
Grade: A
May 17, 2019
Would take again

I loved the online exam.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: A
May 17, 2019
Would take again

I learned a lot from him. He is a good professor.

Gives good feedback
Beware of pop quizzes
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Aqueel has provide excellent test guide-material to review for each test. I strongly appreciate how caring is Dr. AQeel with his students. As well as very methodical and organized.

Respected
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2019
Would take again

the way the lectures were presented by hitting main points .he gave self study questions to help us prepare for test.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2019
Would take again

He was genuinely interested in the material, making me more interested in the material. Energetic but clear. Able to simplify complex information and highlight important concepts.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Aug 10, 2019
Would take again

Lectures are three hours long but I was engaged the whole time. He really helped and took his time explaining each detail. Labs were always interesting and I enjoyed them.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BS104
Grade: A
Aug 10, 2019
Would take again

Professor Aqeel is very passionate about the field and you learn a lot he makes things easy and always encourages questions and help. Very clear on what he wants

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Sep 18, 2019
Would take again

I just finished his class over the summer. It was a very comprehensive class, but I pass with A

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
BS104
Grade: A
Sep 18, 2019
Would take again

He knows his stuff!

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Nov 14, 2019
Would take again

He is a very good professor. I like his teaching style.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: A-
Nov 14, 2019
Would take again

I had so many teachers in my life. But he is the best one I had, I liked micro after him.

Lecture heavy
Caring
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: A-
Dec 23, 2019
Would take again

The lectures are so heavy. The textbook is very helpful. He give extra credits on the test but they are hard!

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
BIO104
May 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Would not recommend. Lectures are long & boring and sometimes his English is not so good. It was difficult to retain info. Also, study guides were about 5 pages long and took days to complete only to find out that most of the material I spent a lot of time on was not even on the exam. If you are good at self studying this is the prof for you.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
MICRO101
Grade: B+
May 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Aqeels lectures arent that bad actually. Theyre not as boring as people would say they are but there are ALOT of problems that come with him . 1) you will have a presentation (15 mins) 2) his lectures are not reliable 3) his tests are off of quizlet so you dont know what to expect. If it wasnt for Covid i would have failed .

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Grade: B
May 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Cannot ask him questions if not he will get mad at you. If you space out a minute and ask him something u missed he will be rude to you .

1.0
5.0
MICRO104
May 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Really rude when asking questions his tests are hard and due to covid have gotten only harder his teaching is not reliable as he has a strong accent and his presentations do not help at all. I made the mistake of listening to all the good comments here, please dont make that mistake and find yourself a better professor bc this one is not it

1.0
5.0
BIO104
May 20, 2020
Wouldn't take again

One of the most unapproachable people at Bergen. Hes extremely rude when you ask questions and is not clear on directions. Do not take him whatsoever trust me I worked my butt off to get a solid C not worth it. He doesnt help anyone and his study guides dont help. RUN from this professor, Im sure all the good comments written, are by him 100%

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
So many papers
1.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Jun 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Aqeel is extremely unapproachable. He gets mad if you ask questions and isn't understanding with any issues that came up with the online format once we had to switch for COVID-19. His lectures were sometimes hard to understand. Extremely rude over email sometimes speaking to me extremely condescendingly. I do not recommend.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: B
Jun 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT CHOOSE THIS PROFESSOR FOR MICRO! Hes the rudest professor Ive ever had. Labs are difficult, and he becomes frustrated when you ask him questions. Study guides are useless because theres so much info info on them, but nothing that you study is on the actual exams. All of the good reviews he has, HE WROTE THEM HIMSELF. Dont be fooled.

Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: A+
Aug 7, 2020
Would take again

Prof Aqeel is a great professor! He expects a lot from his students, but he also gives a lot to his students. He is very thorough in his lectures, which you learn quite a lot from. I took him online, & there waa heck of a lot of quizzes & lab assignments, but he was great, & to get an A in micro is tough, yet I did it! Take him, you'll thank me!

Test heavy
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO104
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This is the worst professor I have ever met. When asked, he answers poorly, is very unfriendly, and does not care about students at all. It is not intended for teaching students. Recommended for self-taught students, but not for professor if you want to learn something. This is the worst professor.

2.0
5.0
BIO104
Grade: B
Aug 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Very hard professor. Hard to understand lectures. At least 16 lecture quizzes. 4 Exams. 5 Lab Exams. 5 lab reports (a lot of questions). 1 final lab and 1 final lecture. Online quizzes and Exams are time. Time is very limited. EX: 10 questions within 10mins or 80 questions with 2 short answer in 80mins. VERY HARD AND NOT UNDERSTANDING!!

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Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
COS126ECON238
Dec 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Rude, heavy accent, he won't replay students emails, won't answer students questions. If you ask him any questions, he will become really cranky! He will personally changing the test and quizzes due date! He let us-- fall, 2020 students to watched his recored lecture videos. Materials are unorganized. The worst, don't you dare take Micro with him.

Participation matters
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: B
Jan 12, 2021
Would take again

I believe you will learn so much from him and he genuinely cares to build a relationship with his students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
2.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The worse thing was that he doesn't give feedback so you never know what you did wrong. It's also a little difficult to understand him. I don't even want to talk about online prerecorded lectures. lots of lecture and lab quizzes. exams are pretty heavy. labs were fun, but TAKE NOTES. You will need it for unknown bacteria report.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO104
Feb 24, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He thinks he is a genius but will constantly make mistakes when explaining the chapters it is better if you just read the textbook than listen to him because he will just confuse you more. He will take 2 days to respond to an email while sending emails to the entire class but expect you to respond instantly. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS!!!

5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Mar 6, 2021
Would take again

I took his class last Fall. The lab was on campus. The lab was interesting and I learn a lot about viruses. He explains COVID in an easy way to understand.

Test heavy
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BS104
Grade: B+
Mar 18, 2021
Would take again

The class seems to be a lot of busywork. There is an unknown project at the end of the Lab. Other than that, study the study guide and you will pass.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Aug 12, 2021
Would take again

I liked the online class

Respected
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2021
Would take again

I have to take this class for the nursing program.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2021
Would take again

The on-campus lab was good. You have to study to pass. The exams are not hard but sometimes the questions are tricky.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Aug 30, 2021
Would take again

The lab was easy and fun. I learned a lot about COVID

Respected
Lecture heavy
Caring
1.0
4.0
MICRO109
Nov 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

This Professor literally is always late to class whether its lab or lecture but demands his students to be on time. His PowerPoint dont help what so ever. He goes really quickly so its hard to understand. And dont get me started on his accent. He also is very impatient and a lot of the things in the syllabus are inaccurate.

1.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Nov 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I am almost at the end of this course and its safe to say I have learned absolutely nothing. He goes through the lectures way too quickly and his explanations for questions don't make sense. His accent makes it hard to understand what he is trying to say. He is not an approachable teacher. You will have to do a presentation. I DO NOT recommend him.

5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

Gives hundreds on all Lab work as long as you hand it in including the 10 page one which combines to be a free 20 %. Plus he didnt take any points off from the presentations. Just study the study guide for tests and you will do great!

5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2022
Would take again

Well overall I liked the class and the Lab was fun.

Caring
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BI0104
Grade: B+
Apr 15, 2022
Would take again

The exam is like the study guide. I got easy A in this class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Caring
5.0
2.0
BI0104
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2022
Would take again

I loved the class. I am doing research this summer.

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
BI0104
Grade: A+
May 13, 2022
Would take again

He is one of the most respected professors in the biology department. To get an A in this class, better study hard. Labs are amazing, you'll learn a lot of things, choose lab partners wisely because every procedure relies on teamwork. Exams are 100 multiple question format(few open-ended). A week before exam he gives the questions and answers.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
BI0104
Grade: A
May 16, 2022
Would take again

I say the class is hard but he is an easy professor.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Respected
5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2022
Would take again

This professor gave us extra credits. It helps me get A. The presentation project was easy and I learn a lot from it.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Sep 1, 2022
Would take again

Amazing labs. He knows his stuff and tries his best to have his students learn. He helped us in labs, very easy to reach out to when you need help with your lab activity. I definitely recommend him. Very considerate in the final presentation

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Apr 22, 2023
Would take again

He comes off as strict on the first day, but he warms up as the semester goes on. Long lectures, corny jokes, but he means well. Can pass with a B and higher easily. Gives extensions and has clear grading rules. Expect to get out of lab an hour early. His accent is very understandable. Def would take him again. Gives a study guide for each test

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BI0104
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 27, 2023

Does not care for those who take some time to process information and speeds through presentation. Tries to fit 2 chapters each worth about 100+ slides into one lecture. Exams are long. Very disrespectful and calls people out for not understanding "a simple concept" in front of the whole class.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BI0104
Grade: A
May 31, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Aqeel is a wonderful professor! I recommend him 100%. If you actually want to learn micro take his class. Labs are fun and interesting.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
3.0
BI0104
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 14, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Aqeel's lab activities were very interesting really enjoyed it. study guide was helpful for the exam. 50% is on the test. attendance is also graded. veryhelpful

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
1.0
5.0
BI0104
Mar 20, 2024

Big regret.Simply reading PowerPoint slides,No clear pronunciation.He like to interact with native students. when i ask doubts, he ignores me, and occasionally, his replies are vague, leaving me confused.uncomfortable learning environment. Exams are hard.Despite providing a study guide with 100 questions, only 15-18 questions appear on the test.

5.0
1.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2024
Would take again

He is a very respectful teacher and funny. I learned a lot about microbiology. He is helpful in the office hours.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BO104
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2024
Would take again

Despite being a challenging course, I find it enjoyable. The exams consist of multiple-choice questions, and the lab sessions are engaging and enjoyable. I highly recommend it.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
3.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: B
May 14, 2024
Would take again

The exams can be hard but he is very generous when grading. On a test that I got a 72% he gave me ten extra points. This made me very happy because I felt I deserved a higher grade because I studies a lot. I highly recommend renting the microbiology textbook it will not only help you but guarantee a better score on the tests and quizzes.

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Group projects
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BI0104
Grade: A
May 28, 2024
Would take again

I liked the course and his teaching style. The lab was fun and chose you group wisely.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Jul 9, 2024
Would take again

The summer semester was brief and intense, with a lot to study. Overall, I'm happy with my grade, though I believe I could have done better. I recommend it.

Caring
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Aug 23, 2024
Would take again

He is an awesome professor don't get me wrong. He is quite funny too. His lectures are super long and his exams are all multiple choice

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BI0104
Grade: Incomplete
Oct 9, 2024

Study guide for lab and lecture are not accurate. Reads through slides. Still can manage to pass his class but you will most likely figure it out on your own. You always have something to do in lab. Quizzes for every chapter. If you study on your own then you're fine. Attendance is definitely mandatory.

5.0
2.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Oct 9, 2024
Would take again

I take him during the spring. There was a lot of studying, but I learned new things.

EXTRA CREDIT
Respected
Online Savvy
2.0
4.0
BI0104
Grade: C-
Oct 26, 2024

his study guide is not accurate. lockdown browser required for quizzes. attendance mandatory. cannot understand his accent.

5.0
1.0
BI0104
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2024
Would take again

The lab is really interesting. I enjoy hands-on activities, and I recommend Professor Aqueel for microbiology.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2024
Would take again

Amazing professor—the best I've ever had. I highly recommend them to other students.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
BI0104
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2024
Would take again

What I like about this professor is he's caring and accepts the late submissions. The quizzes are all online. The lab is fun.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

Professor Aqeel brings an engaging approach to BIO104. Labs are fun, and he's generous with extra credit. Staying on top of the material and using Unstuck ai for test prep made this class manageable.

5.0
5.0
BIO104
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

I took Dr. Aqeel at MSU as my Lab instructor for Bio230. Lets just say he had an exceptional way of breaking down complex topics & connecting them to real-world applications, making the content easier to grasp &incredibly meaningful. He is tough but wants you to learn-hard to find professors like him. If you want to learn to understand, take him!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Respected
5.0
1.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Feb 19, 2025
Would take again

Great lab and great lecture

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
BI0104
Grade: B+
Feb 19, 2025
Would take again

All the chapter exams and quizzes are online. I enjoy the lectures, while I could have done better, I'm happy with my grade.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
2.0
3.0
BI0104
Grade: A
May 5, 2025
Would take again

Nice guy, but lectures were so boring, he just read off slides too fast. Labs were fun. There was two lecture exams online and two in person- very similar to the study guide. Quizzes are all online. Lab midterm online, final in person. A lot to study. You'll pass if you study hard. Be ready to teach yourself.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO104
Grade: A
Jul 1, 2025
Would take again

The one time he was able to bring up SpongeBob in lecture lives rent free in my mind. He goes through the lecture fast but he's high energy. Very clear grading criteria and gives study guide for exams. Lab was fun and he can also has links to connect you with other academic opportunities which is invaluable at a CC.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO104
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 19, 2025

Absolutely the worst professor I've had here at BCC. He rushes through the material. Gives wrong answers and false information for study guides and gets upset when called out on it. Is very rude, demeaning, and nasty to students. Overall he sets up his students for failure, has tests that dont correlate to the material, and is just an awful person

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