He has a thick chinese accent, but you get used to it after a couple of weeks. If you are in calculus, he won't answer algebra questions (in class) but also, he won't mark your test wrong if you make an algebra mistake, but you do the calc part right. He is a great help if you go to his office. A!

the class is not hard if you pay attention to lecture and attend class everyday. the only thing is he does talk down to students when you ask questions. he never collects homework but expects you to do it anyways.

A good teacher. I wasn't interested in taking the class and was doing poorly in the beginning but his lectures made me understand statistics better. I got out of his class with a B (I was expecting to fail the class). I think it is important that you have to commit to attend classes everyday if you take him. He breaks equations down so even f u don

He seems intimidating at first. He talks down to people that ask questions, but the questions were often things that he had said clearly several times. He's very good at explaining the material. Listen closely and attend class and you'll do just fine.

He's excellent at explaining the material. The lectures were organized and it was easy to take good notes. Don't goof off in this class though, because he expects you to take it seriously. Overall, he's a good teacher and I would take him again!

The BEST math teacher I ever had. His lectures are so clear and thorough he really leaves little room for questions. His accent is light, and NOT distracting. His courses are by no means a free pass. Take him and the class seriously, and you WILL learn the subject. I suck at math and was able to pass his class with a B and did not do 1 HW assignmen

Dr. Jian is a difficult teacher, but the crap about "not speaking english" and "doesn't care" mean nothing. Whoever says those things aren't listening in class and have never really talked to him. Sure, his class is hard, but don't blame him; he is more than willing to help you. Dr. Jian is tough in class because he is....teaching; rough concept.

He is a great TEACHER!! I attempted to take Statistics the first time with Scott and he was horrible. He did not teach the subject whereas Dr. Jian took his time to show examples to help the class understand the subject. I learned a lot from him. He can come off as being rude because he has the whole class to attend to & its a lot of information.

The only warning that a student needs about Dr. Jian is this: If you don't want to actually understand the material aside from calculator shortcuts, then don't take him. Dr. Jian teaches students like they actually care about learning, though most students don't, and his lectures are very thorough. Don't take him if you're just in for an easy A.

He is very meticulous about translating quantitative answers to plain English and would take off lots of points for it. He is funny and makes understanding easy. His exams are almost identical to his study guide and quizzes are open notes. Attend class everyday - he solves problems on powerpoint that you will see on exam. I would recommend him.

Prof. Jian is not that bad! He has a small accent, but nothing that can't be understood. I read these reviews and was scared to take his class, but I ended up getting a B. He explains things very well and is very clear on how is work should be done. Just attend class and pay attention.

He's not a bad teacher. He requires you to understand concepts and apply them, as any other statistics teacher...but this guy actually wants you to learn. He wants you to memorize formulas, but he has enough sympathy to provide you formulas at the end if they seem overloading!If you show work effort and determination he'll give you a passing grade.

Great Professor, if you took stat in High but winged it, he will help a ton with clarification, great teacher, not big accent, super smart, quizes every tuesday...Easy...he gives you study guides, dont turn inthe HW. Do it like him or u will suffer...3 Sig Figs...dont round answers...easy...

He is a good teacher. He seems to be rude at times but he gives you the materials you need. If you actually pay attention to his lecture it should be easy. Ask a lot of questions if needed. Most his material is easy. He makes you understand it. Take his class if you are willing to learn.

Dr Jian is very knowledgeable and willing to explain things when you don't understand. However, sometimes he gets very passionate about math and it can seem as though he is yelling. If you like math and want to LEARN statistics, take it with Jian. If you're just looking to fulfill a GE in the easiest way possible, find someone else.

Professor Jian is brilliant! One of my favorite professors, he is strict but is extremely passionate about math and is very clear about how to do the problem, why we do it this way, and how this was developed. You have to be there to learn, or don't waist your time, or his for that matter.

Dr. jian is awesome, he explains things quite clearly. he can be intimidating when you have questions but overall if youre there to learn and appreciate mathematics this is the place to be.

Dr Jian is a very tough teacher because it is evident that he creates a high standard for his students. In doing so, he designs his class to be very hard in the beginning, though towards the end, I was able appreciate him. and his strategy. This man, Dr Jian knows how to teach and is very smart, though do not expect an easy A.

Dr. Jian is one of the most underrated math professors. He's passionate about math and teaching but his class is a challenge and you WILL work hard but you WILL know calculus and ready for higher level classes. Be ready for weekly quizzes (open book). He answers questions indirectly with examples/techniques so you can figure it out on your own.

Dr. Jian was a very challenging professor, however i took a greater working knowledge away from the class and am very grateful for having taken the class. There are weekly open book quizes in class or take home. Put in the time to study for the tests and you will do fine.

Dr. Jian is tough but fair.His lectures are straightforward and easy to follow but he has extremely high expectations. The toughest homework problems are usually on the weekly quiz. Work hard and pay attention, attendance isn't mandatory but beneficial. Don't expect an easy A or your hand held but you will be prepared for higher math classes.

Probably the best teacher I've ever had. I never understood math well until his class. It's hard, but so rewarding. Truly the best teacher at Solano.

Dr. Jian obviously has a true passion for mathematics, especially vectors.This was his first time teaching Linear Algebra in 15 years, he was very clear and helped me truly visualize the tough concepts. He admittedly gets short with students who don't care, so if you are just looking for a grade, don't take him. He focuses on concepts when grading.

Dr. Jian is an amazing professor. Yes he is difficult. Yes he expects a lot from you. You definitely need to know trig and your pre-cal well. If you go see him in office hours, he is very helpful and will even help you figure out transfer opportunities. He is very passionate about math and teaching and is hands down the best professor I've ever had

Dr. Jian is a teacher who expects his students to understand math, so if you just want to memorize algorithms do not take him. His grading is completely based off of concepts, which I believe is the fairest way to grade. It was his first time teaching Linear Algebra in years, but it felt like he was a pro. I'm excited to take him again in the Fall.

Dr. Jian truly cares about math and really wants you to learn the subjects of which he is teaching. He can be overbearing and is definitely a tough professor, but I think I grew due to rising to the challenge. In all he isn't impossible to pass but I wouldn't take his class if I was looking for an A either.

If you attend Solano and enjoy math, THIS IS THE TEACHER TO TAKE. His lectures are concise but clear. He provides clarification without condescension. He grades homework in all of his classes, giving students weekly feedback and keeping them on track. He commands respect and treats his students with respect. He is exactly what a teacher should be.

Intense but thorough. Would take again but be better prepared. Having strong algebra and trig background is important. Tough grader.

He really cares about his students

I had Dr. Jian for vector calculus (Calc III). The first part of the semester learning vectors was fairly easy/simple. Once we got into the vector calc part with Green's Thm and Stoke's Thm, his class was uniquely helpful. He gave out handouts of theorems and special cases of Green's and Stoke's with proofs I couldn't find anywhere else.

He can seem condescending at times, and he commands respect from his students; he will say that many things are 'common sense'. His logic is next level. Assigned homework is minimal, but you will want to do more. Having him as a professor is an opportunity that should not be given up. You couldn't be more prepared if you pass his class with an A.

He will not baby you. If u plan to transfer to a University in one of the STEM fields, you will definitely be ready after finishing his class. If you want an easy A or don't need/want to take higher level math, don't take him. I've only taken Dr. Jian for the higher level maths at Solano and he was fantastic, he elaborates on theoretical concepts.

He is an awesome math Professor, used to teach at U.C. Davis. Some of his poorer ratings are unfair. Math has always been my kryptonite. With Dr. Jian if you do the assigned HW and show up to class you will understand what he is instructing. He communicates the math concepts well, doesn't skip steps so easier to understand when instructing.

I have had Jian for Calc 3 and Linear Algebra. He is a wonderful professor that truly tests your understanding of the material. He is not an easy A by any means but an A in his class means you mastered the material. He is funny and really enjoys teaching. Gives a lot of homework. Also explains things in a way that makes sense Relates calc 3 to phys

For an intro statistics class, his content is really easy to follow as long as you're in class to listen to his lectures and take notes on the slides. Most of the time you don't really need the textbook unless you're doing assigned homework--which isn't required to be turned in, however, doing it really helps with understanding the content.

I took both linear algebra and calculus 3 with him and he not only knows the material very well but also does a great job at teaching it to his students. If you except to not put in any work and still get an A in his class you will not do well. His classes are not easy A's but it's very doable if you put in the effort.

Im not gonna lie after reading the comments AFTER picking him I was scared , but it seems like he does read these comments and take them into consideration. If you take notes during lecture and go to the office hours after your quizs/tests to ask for help you will pass. Its not hard, it just requires effort. Do the test reviews!!!

Math is generally a subject people hate taking and I feel like people unfairly attribute their ratings to the professor when its really their inability to do well in math or put in the work and effort. His stats class was doable. As long as you take good notes and practice the HW, you will do well. He genuinely wants you to pass. Just dont be lazy.

I'll just be totally forthright and say that if you're a student like me, using whatever website's available to help nudge you through homework assignments, you will not do well with this professor. That is the key difference between the positive and negative reviews on this page. Do not take his classes if you do not want to genuinely learn math.

I was intimidated taking the class but it wasnt all that bad. His lectures were not a just a word for word repeat of what the book said(unlike professors such as daryl allen). He explains well and if you have any questions hes very open to them. His lectures and hw is key to passing the tests. Hes more fair than others, I would give him a chance.

Initially, I hated this professor because I had a D+ for most of the semester. As the semester went on, I began to understand why the way he was. He is VERY picky when grading, but it's because he wants you to actually learn and conceptualize. You will get frustrated, and you will find yourself looking at certain websites... but don't quit.

Amazing professor. I feel like the reviews aren't just. He is a great professor! He is very particular on how he wants you to show your work and does mark off points if you do it a different way then he teaches but that shouldn't be a problem. Come to class, keep your camera on so that he sees that you are actually following along & u will be okay

Professor Jian has shown himself to be one of the best professors I have ever had at Solano College. There is no denying his Math 040 and Calc 3 classes are quite challenging. But his efficient methods of problem solving that he demonstrates to the class prove to be effective and efficient. When it comes to teaching, he does it best.

If you're willing to work HARD, take him. Otherwise don't waste your time. Harsh, but clear w/ expectations. Holds you to a HIGH standard. His Calc3 is similar. Expects you to do math "correctly". As a math major this was invaluable. I feel prepared UCD b/c of his teaching. Go to office hrs/review his theorems/handouts a lot if you want to succeed.

Don't take this class expecting an easy A. Ask questions, go to office hours, and make sure you actually understand the material. Review examples done in class for the weekly homework. Grading is a bit harsh but his expectations are clear. Challenging class but he's a great professor overall. Very understanding and he wants his students to succeed.

Professor Jian is great! He's not only a fast grader but also very forgiving. He's understanding of small calculation mistakes. he gives partial or full credit as long as the process is correct. Take good notes and show up! He explains the quizzes thoroughly in every class, so if you're struggling, be sure to take notes during those explanations.

Great professor! Goes over a lot of examples in class to prepare you for the homework and tests. Study guides provide a good idea of what will be on the tests. Grades fast and is very understanding. Gives lots of partial credit and is lenient on small mistakes. Take good notes and go to office hours if you're struggling or want additional review.

Jian is tough, but engaging. His lectures are key - stay focused and forget the textbook. Use Unstuck AI and office hours to excel. Challenging, but worth the effort.

Great professor. Study guides were extremely similar to test questions. This class is difficult, but he is easily accessible in office hours. There are some points in the semester where he does things differently than the book, but he teaches it in a way where you can understand it better. He still shows how the book would tell you to do it though.