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Dr. Weissbart is funny, caring and very organized. His lectures are very well done and extremely informative. He outlines each test well so a student can get themselves well prepared for tests. He does funny experiments in class that really keep all students engaged.Make sure you make your capital 'N' properly - he has a thing about that! ha ha

Pleasant lecture style, moves fast at times but backs up & re-explains as needed, welcomes questions. Personable & approachable, very available for help, responds to email FAST. Grades are based on 5 exams + final, homework & labs. He gives exam content breakdown for study guide. --I'd recommend him to a friend & take him again in a heartbeat.

Clear, wears a funny lab caot,very friendly. His tests are not tooo hard if you study, but no notes on the tests and the good thing there is not tooo many tests only about 5. I'd reccomend him, he is very cool.

good professor, willing to help and re-explain things, does lots of things to try to keep class interested like experiments and worksheets to make class less boring and explain things better,tests are hard, he does do a break down of whats on them, but many questions, while having the same concepts, are different from what was taught in class.

Brain is extremely helpful and easy to understand in lecture. He takes the time to get to know all his students and is always avalible for a questions. He is easy going and gives 1 homework a week plus the lab. I would highly recommend taking him for Chem 305. He is a great teacher.

This is a great class, a good teacher and all but just too damn nosey. And He'll call you out in front of the whole class like if you forget your homework or miss a class. He was cool but only to the "POPULAR" people. Other than that it's a good class.

Brian is very sweet, and helpful. He is passionate about his profession, making a hard class easier and more fun to be in. He isn't hard on the eyes either.

Great teacher that likes to have fun teaching and interacting with students. Wants to know your name and will call you out in front of the whole class. Fun class to be in however because he makes things interesting. Let's you know whats going to be on the test.

Brian Rocks! He is a great teacher. He is passionate about his job and really enjoys what he does. If you don't understand something he will go over it for you. He tells you what exactly is on the test and how much each topic is worth. His class isn't easy but its Chemistry, its not gonna be no matter who you take. I highly recomened Brian!

He does play favorites but its not a big deal the class is hard in general but other teachers are harder. he gives good notes. tests arent terrible just make sure u do the homework and aske questions or u will be lost fast

Amazing teaching style. I had other teachers but had to drop them because they were too fast paced. If you're striving for an A, do not miss his lectures (like with any other subject you will get behind), do all your homework and go to the labs. What helped me with the exams was reading the chapters that were going to be on the test and working the

Brian was awesome!!! Chemistry is a hard subject, but Brian was extremely helpful and would do almost anything until EVERYONE understood the concept. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

I enjoyed his class much more than anticipated. Gets to know the students and shows genuine interest and care. Vital that you stay on top of notes, homework, and attend all lectures. Tests are fair. He will help you as much as needed until you completely understand the topic. Would recommend to anyone willing to put in effort.

An awesome teacher. Will go out of his way to get students to understand.

If you have to take Chem, Brian is the Chemistry professor you want teaching you. His effectiveness as a teacher is because his motto is "That's what I am here for." Take good notes, and come prepared! He will challenge you on a personal level, but that's what you want. Don't skip lab, or he will call you at home, hahaha

he's a good teacher and doesnt give allot of homework. one assignment per week which is usially around 12 problems. also his explanations are fairly good. if you need help he will help, but i figured it out on my own

Brian is a cool dude. He helps you whenever you need. Weekly hw which helps with the test but his test are sometimes tricky not all the stuff is covered so you really have to read the book and work hard. This is not an easy subject but he does help you get through it.

Brian is friendly, and keeps the class fun. He knows material well and is clear in lecture. His work load is not light, but typical of a 5 unit chem class. Set aside some weekend hours to complete hw and lab reports. Reading the text helps in this class, as he uses the book a lot. I woule recommend this teacher.

I took Brian for 305 and 400. He is the best professor I have ever had. I spent lots of time in his office hour which payed off a lot in the end. He is one of the most approchable people you could meet. Great guy. Is not teaching 305 any more but take him for 400. He is also excellent at getting work back within a class period or two.

Excellent, excellent teacher. Brian is the best chem teacher I have had. He is easy to approach and ask questions and will work with you until you gain understanding of the material.

HE IS A CHARACTER

Nice guy.

what can I say? Brian is the man, the best professor for chem 400, very dedicated, and fashionable, and last but not least he's my hero....

Brian is the coolest chem teacher i've ever had. Homework is due prior to every lecture, he doesn't mind messy lab reports, and gives exam topics prior to exams so you know what you need to study. This is not an easy class but Brian is very helpful and answers all questions. He does interesting demos and wears the coolest lab coats. Take his class!

Brian is awesome guy, but he tends to have favorites. Labs are okay, but his lectures tend to get very boring because he writes down everything he says. Class average on Tests were about a 64% and if you are taking Chem as a first year student, make sure you put as much effort as much as you can.

Brian is simply AWESOME! He is down to earth, intelligent, funny, and fair. No surprises on the test-everything out of notes. He breaks down the most important info and writes all his lectures on the overhead (VERY helpful). If you watch careful, u?ll learn much more then chemistry. He prepares his students well for Chem401. Highly recommended!!!

Great professor! Test topics always given in advance, and always sticks to them; no surprises. Okay with slightly sloppy labs. Always willing to answer questions in/after class and by email. Demos are fun (when they work, haha), but cover your ears! CHEM400 is not an easy class, but if you're taking it, Brian is your best bet. Wish he taught 401!

All I could say.... I wish he could teach Chem 401... and Organic Chem... He is awesome!

Still kinda weird calling a professor by his 1st name, but I'm getting used to it. Brian is a much better teacher than the last Chem prof that I had. Helpful, knows the material, doesn't vanish during lab, and doesn't make you feel like an idiot when you ask a question. CHEM 400 takes a lot of work no matter who you take...so I advise Brian. -GH

Cool guy... No surprises on the test... Explains the material well, and is very helpful.

Way better than my last chem professor in labs and helping students. Toward the end of the semester the lectures became pretty dull though, maybe it was just me. Overall he is a great chem professor and I highly recommend taking his class. -GH

PROS: Weissbart has lots of patience with students. He is very approachable and will answer all your question. No surprise on any tests. He does cool demos. CONS: Labs are very long and sometimes tedious. Lecture is a bit dry. Lab writeups can get very boring. Too much HW at times. CONCLUSION: I do recommend him but just be aware of the workload.

I want to add also to the CONS: He sometimes is a very harsh grader (especially in labs) giving almost no partial credit.

He's a good teacher. He gives you exam topics on mon and then you got the test on wed,it would better if he gave you the topics on wed so you have the weekend. Also he writes a bunch of unnecessary words during his lectures. Ex: "760torr is equal to 1atm pressue, make sure you know this" rather than just simply wirting "760torr=1atm"

If you haven't realized you're not in high school any more! This is college & it's going to take a lot of work! It's a science, it takes a lot to get a good understanding. Compared to other sci teachers he is great at explaining & helping you understand. Sometimes HW is the only way to be sure you know the material. His HW helps with the tests.

Brian is a difficult professor. This is a good thing. If you can keep up with the workload, which is a lot, you can get a decent grade. I have heard that students who have taken easier teachers have dropped Chem 401

I dont know what ppl before me talked about. Brian is the BEST! This is college & ppl need to prepare to work HARD. This class sorts ppl out. I am so thankful to Brian for preparing me for Ochem & much more. Take him, dont be afraid. U do your part, dont slack off-u will b fine! Study Notes, read book. HW is important. Go to BEACON!

I really enjoyed Brians class. Hes fairly laid back but doesn't like people skipping class. So be sure to attend every class, especially the lecture labs. This class actually turned me around from hating chemistry to enjoying it. If you want to learn a lot and are prepared to work hard take brians class.No surprises on the tests and fast grading

I can honestly say that Brian is a very good instructor. He makes you work hard to a good purpose. However, his grading policy borders on ridiculous. He will admit that there will only be 2 to 4 A's in the class. He does not curve. Trust me, I was less than 3% off the highest grade in the class and still got a B. Work as hard as you can.

Good teacher explains, great teacher inspires. Brian is simply great!

Brian's class can be really challenging. While I managed to pull a B in the class, it did take a lot of work. This is a UNIVERSITY COURSE! It isn't designed to be easy! Brian is always willing to help you with any question you have, though his lectures can be somewhat hard to understand because he only does examples. Do not miss a single class!

He is one of the best Professors in ARC. His teaching style is clear and concise, and he is always available if you have any questions to ask! Use Beacon tutoring! His test is not really hard but just go through your notes and the practice exams and be very careful in your answers.

Brian is one of the best teachers I have had at ARC. Unlike most professors, he takes the time to get to know his students and he always makes sure everyone understands. Of course chemistry in general is a hard subject but Brian made it interesting and fun! I tried really hard in the class and only got a C. Don't miss class or you won't do well.

Brian is a tough teacher, but it is expected from a University transfer class. At the same time, he is fair, and a fun guy to be around! If you need to go higher in Chem, his class is a must. Not just Chem 400, HIS Chem 400!!! There is NO way you can make it if you can't pass this class. Be prepared to work your butt off, though! READ the book!!

Brian is very personable, knowledgeable, and available! Not an easy class! Don't be absent, use Beacon, ask for help. Offers some extra credit (!). The best instructor (in any subject) I've ever had and I hold a BA. Tests are fair and do require a grasp of the material so regurgitation doesn't cut it. The Screaming Gummy Bear awaits you!

BEST TEACHER EVER!!!

Take him, don't listen to the whiners below. He gives you exactly what he wants to be learned and tested on, and you truly get out what you put into the class. I put in a good amount of time and effort, and I got the grade I received. Also, use Beacon. It's extremely helpful. And, he's nice and funny (like what others have said) :)

Brain is awesome. His tests are hard, but if you review his lecture problems you will get them no sweat. Tough class, go to beacon. He is very helpful. He even answers my chem 401 questions all the time. He loves teaching and is always available to help.

B.W. is the best. I love chemistry because of him. He really understands what he's talking about, just make sure you review his notes about 20 minutes a day after lecture like he says. Going to Beacon is a huge plus as well. He's really funny and takes the time to talk to you so get to know him. BEST TEACHER EVER (reiterating :) )

I'm so glad I chose to take Brian for Chem 400. He's very knowledgeable and passionate about chemistry, and truly loves to teach. He's also super available to help during office hours or even though email. Show up to class, study, do your homework and labs. Like most classes, your grade will directly reflect the effort you put in.

Weissbart is awesome! He's a funny and nice guy, but most importantly he's great at teaching a really difficult subject. He doesn't give a study guide for tests, only a list of topics that will show up. Drops 4 lowest homework scores. Very easy to approach for questions, he won't make you feel dumb at all. Talk to him about food, he's an avid cook!

Purely Awesome, he is by far made me so interested in this class and chemistry in general! His class is hard and his exams are tough, but if you are willing to work, you will learn to love him. TAKE HIM! He is by far one of my favorite professors i have ever taken!

Very nice guy. Most people thought the material was difficult. To me, it was easy to understand, but tedious because of the labs and the lab reports. The tests are somewhat difficult, but not too bad. Homework is due every day and lab attendance is mandatory. Pay attention during lecture and take good notes. Awesome professor.

Professor Weissbart is an awesome person! He is very passionate about chemistry, which is noted through his labs and his lectures. His exams are difficult, but if you put in the time and study well, you should have no problems.If you want to be well prepared for Chem 401, then I recommend taking Weissbart.

Tough class, but Dr. Weissbart is amazing! I loved his chem class. What I really appreciate about his class is how the workload prepares you for the next series of chemistry. Many chem teachers are easier, but when you take that next class you aren't prepared for the vast amount of work you have to do. Not so if you take Dr. Weissbart.

Everyone complains about how hard he is. Not true, just pay attention in class and you will be fine. Exams are very similar to notes and homework. You are going to have a lot of work, but it is manageable.

Brian rocks. He makes his test from examples in lecture and worksheets mostly. He gives you a helpful note card that has a lot of info that he provides. Extra points for going to Beacon where you will also get excellent help for test and homework. He's very understanding if you're trying hard. Probably best of all he's pretty entertaining in class!

He is not bad. The only two things I did not like: he never repeats himself, especially when it comes to very important stuff; and most of the time he assumes students know the material already so does not go into details how to solve the problems. It is possible to pass the class even if you fail all the exams but get A's in lab reports.

He's a really nice guy and he loves to talk. He's always interested in what you have to say, but the tests are very difficult. Do well on the labs as that will keep your grade afloat.

Weissbart was a really good teacher! His tests are based on lectures and lab calculations. I took advantage of beacon tutoring and it really helped out a lot. Take good notes during lecture and ask questions if you don't understand something, he goes over topics kind of fast. Homework assignments due everyday, DO THEM! They were great practice.

Brian is awesome. Once you understand the dynamic of the class, it is all on you for your success. He provides you with all the information you need to know in the notes, I mostly used the textbook for the homework questions. I thought lab would be horrible all semester but it goes by quickly. It is not hard if you are not lazy!

He's a great teacher, made me love chemistry again! He's not an easy grader, but if you work hard, you'll do great. His exams are mostly problem solving. For notes he doesn't only give the question and answer, but he also teaches you step by step on how to do the problems.

Brian was great. Chemistry is a very hard subject but he did the best he could to make it as easy as possible. He went over everything during lecture that you would need to know on the exam. When I studied his notes for his exams, I did very well. He's an amazing teacher and has a great personality. Never a dull moment in class.

Great professor. Engaging in lecture and funny. He is very clear, easy to follow, answers questions and follows a clear syllabus and grading structure. Lab was hard and he is a tough grader, but if you put the effort in, you'll do just fine. Chemistry is usually a really rough subject for me, but he made it enjoyable. Strongly recommend.

Brian is available and helpful and is the best professor I've ever had! I see him in the chemistry building every day all day long and he is always willing to listen and help with learning chemistry. He grades all of our papers and returns the next class meeting and I always know how much work I need to do to keep up with this difficult class.

Brian is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Very approachable, always willing to answer questions, and hilarious. His humor keeps the atmosphere in class light. BUT labs are tough, grading is harsh, no curve on exam grades, and no extra credit, which makes an A hard to get unless you are extremely proficient in chem already.

He is a really good teacher and is available if needed. He is very strict on grading. Ended up getting an 89% and he would not give me the 12 points I needed for an A though.

Brian deserves all the chili peppers. Homework and worksheets make up your test questions. Ask for help when you need it; whether you need pointers on lab write up, or would like to have Brian clarify something during lecture, he's very willing to help you out! Lectures w an old school projector, which helps you see the process in solving a prob.

Brian is a very smart person, and he teaches class like you know what you're doing. Prepare to work very hard. Keep up good lab scores and it will raise your overall score by a full letter. Go to beacon. Do your homework, and study like you've never studied before. Go to office hours! He's amazingly helpful when given extra time with you.

I had him for lab, he was really great! great at explaining labs and what needs to be done, answers questions clearly, not an easy class and you need to work for your grade but definitely a very helpful teacher. really funny and chill guy, i would definitely take him again. he is a tough grader though so beware! take your time on labs, i got a B

This class is hard. It's chem so wouldn't you expect it to be? Weissbart makes the class doable but you still need to pull your weight. His lectures are kinda long at some points. Weissbart brings in demos to break up the monotony. His tests are like his lecture examples. An A is hard to reach, but if I could get one so can you.

Really good teacher. Makes you do practice problems in lecture, which really help. Tests are tough, but manageable with a lot of preparation. Labs are straightforward. He offers extra credit for Beacon, which is helpful. He answers all questions. Practice worksheet collected every lab. Prepares you for Chem 401.

Brian is an excellent chemistry professor. I took him a year ago and have since transferred, which makes me really appreciate how awesome he was. He is always willing to help you with any questions you may have, and does a ton of examples in class. It's Chemistry so it's tough, but he makes it doable as long as you put in the work.

Prof. Wiessbart is very cool and lovely person. He is ready always to help you. The class is challenging. If it's your first time having Chem lab like me it will be difficult. Homeworks are not long and easy. Two things: you have to master the lab reports and the test and you will master it.

Professor Brian is simply an Amazing professor. The class is hard so you need to work more than the usual; however, if you needed help he is always there to help. He is a very kind and friendly person. He gives you exam topics to prepare you for the test, homeworks are easy. He is passionate about what he teaches which makes him the best in the dep

Weissbart uses the Openstax textbook which is available online (saves students money). Grades consist of homework, labs, some quizzes, and tests. While some of the labs can be a little tricky, Weissbart was always there to help make sure we were able to collect good data. He's one of the nicest professors I've taken and he made Chem understandable.

The textbook is online which is awesome because it's expensive to buy. Everything on the tests or in lab he talks about in lecture, so there shouldn't be any surprises as long as you don't skip. Homework and worksheets are HIGHLY useful in studying for the tests but the only extra credit he offers is going to beacon tutoring.

I am so glad I took Weissbart for chem! As long as you do well on labs and homework, you will do well in the class. The grade is based on online homework, written homework, labs, tests, and a few other little things, so a B is definitely manageable. He thoroughly explains labs and answers questions. He is also super funny! definitely recommend.

Even though I was ESL student who came from overseas, I took CHEM 400 straight. It was pretty uncomfortable and tedious at the beginning but l got better. Brian lectures are amazing and easy to follow. He is pretty critical on lab reports but Exams are straight forward. He accommodate students by giving whole week for lab reports. Solid choice!

I loved taking this class! Your grade is really dependent on what you get on tests, there is quite a bit of homework that keeps you busy but also keeps you on top of the material. He is picky about lab reports and the points docked add up. But I really enjoyed his class and him as a professor. He is funny and pretty chill in labs

Great professor. There are many things that you have to study and figure out to be successful, but he does care about your success as a student and is always willing to help.

Prof Weissbart is a pretty good professor. Attendance is mandatory. Tutoring was really encouraged and I found it very helpful.

I feel that the difficulty of this class is par for the course with a 5 unit class. What is most frustrating is the McGraw-Hill ALEKS assignment that is due each week! Often irrelevant or meaningless busy work that doesn't prepare students for exams or material discussed during lecture. Time is better spent in Beacon Tutoring or reading textbook.

There was lots of work and labs. Lectures were confusing at times but he was accessible outside of class and responds fast to emails. Beacon tutoring also helped a lot.

If youve taken CHEM 305 or have some background in chemistry, this would be a great class for you. His lectures can get confusing because he explains in a way where you would have to already know how to do the problem, but hes always willing to help if you reach out after class. Homework, worksheets, and beacon tutoring will help a lot for exams.

Charismatic. It isn't enough to describe him. Lecture and Jeff do help a lot so go! He really cares about his students and don't be afraid to ask him questions. One of the most inspiring professors I have ever been taught by. I wish he taught CHEM401. Study the notes after and work hard on labs. -pookie

Weissbart is great, the lectures are clear and the labs are easy. The class in general is easy, but he assigns a lot of homework. His tests aren't hard if you study but you will miss at least a couple points. My advice is don't socialize during labs and you'll be out of there in an hour maximum most of the time.

When it comes to Brain, his lectures are not bad and in some cases, it gets confused. He's always there if you need help especially hours before a lab is due to clear up any confusion. The one con about Brain is the wording on the assignments. If you want to pass, go to Bran or Beacon for help, and I HIGHLY recommend asking Jeff for study material.

Professor Weissbart is an incredible professor who clearly cares about his students. In the lab classes especially, he cultivates a friendly open class culture, almost like a family. The exams in this class were not challenging as long as you paid attention and studied, and the course load was reasonable, although be prepared to spend time on it!

I took his class Spring of 2024 after failing Payne's chem course, his teaching wasn't for me. Prof Payne's teaching style required lots of self-study and Prof Weissbart was charismatic and made class and lab really fun and interesting. The exams of course are very difficult if you decide not to study.

Engaging lectures and helpful accommodations from Professor Weissbart. The class has a reasonable workload, but success requires focus and preparation. unstuckstudy proved invaluable for study prep alongside other resources.

His teaching style is honestly refreshing and super engaging. The course is quite difficult, thought most exams are based on the worksheets and homework problems, make sure to go over notes too. He replies to emails quickly, don't be afraid to ask questions. You can tell he really loves chemistry, just make sure you do the work!

Honestly the best Chemistry professor out there. He's very passionate and is always willing to help. His exams aren't terrible if you study. I'd recommend to focus on your worksheets and lectures as a study guide for your exam. He provides the topics that you need to study for each exam. Also offers extra credit if you go to Beacon. Take him!!!

He is the BEST professor out there, always caring giving good feedback and loves chemistry. so understanding of your situation. don't believe those bad reviews, he so nice. very helpful during office hours answers any question, clear lectures. test is basically from worksheets. the course is hard and you can't blame the professor. you can get an A.

Clear and engaging lectures. Tests match the exam topics and lectures very well. Gives feedback on lab reports. Funny and gets along well with his students.