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Can be difficult if you aren't willing to work hard. Lectures flow perfectly with the book, posts notes online,curves the tests,still a student himself so he does understand what you are going through,has a real interest in the the subject. Buy used or older version of book. Good teacher that you will learn from but work is required.
Very hard to understand...Just tests in the class minus attendence grade...curve exams to the highest grade on the exam...if your a biology major you should take him, if not...DONT TAKE HIM...When you see him, he looks like hes gonna be cool but when he opens his mouth its a different story...BEWARE!!!!!
Very intelligent and thorough teacher. He has a slight 'holier than thou' attitude at times, but it's nothing to take personally. Tests are tough and challenging, just take good notes and you'll be fine. He always lets us out early and Labs were super simple. Helps prepare students for upper-level science courses, so be prepared. Overall, good guy.
Mr. Curtis is a nice guy, but I took his fundamentals class and it was pretty tough. Luckily, he grades on a curve. This class is strictly for Bio majors. Anyone else, find something a little easier.
Prof. Curtis is cool. Test are ok as long as you study. Notes are from the powerpoints. Lab are pretty simple. Makes the lectures interesting. He grades on a curve, so that helps a lot. This is a class for Bio majors, so it is a little more challenging, but not too tough. I would take him again for a higher science course.
nice guy and a great teacher. this class is a bit challenging but as long as you study his powerpoints/lectures youll do fine. he does curve exams which is awesome. id def take him again for a higher level biology course.
Great teacher, but not easy. You'll have to work for your grade, but very fair with partial credit and a few opportunities for extra credit, as well. Interesting speaker, and loves the subject matter. Expects you to know the material - don't expect a list of 50 questions you'll need to memorize for your tests. All in all, a great professor.
I took this class in the summer which I do not recommend. He's a very engaging & funny teacher. Class usually finished early. This is a difficult subject so you will have to study to pass both the class and lab. Labs are very simple. Tests are very difficult but as long as you study you will pass this class:) Overall great teacher great class.
This is one of my favorite professors. He is super funny and keeps class interesting. If you are looking for an easy "A" this class is not for you. Your grade is based on Tests only. If you want to learn about Microbiology and are serious about it you will do great in his class.
DO NOT TAKE HIS MCB CLASS UNLESS YOU PLAN ON MAJORING IN BIOLOGY. If you work and have other classes, take someone else. He gives you 3 Exams, 2 lab practicals and 1 final. That's it. His exams are EXTREMELY hard. He is very smart and very good at making class entertaining, BUT his exams are ridiculously hard. 3/4 the class failed every single exam
Great prof. Learned a lot--totally worth the money invested in this class!
Class is not easy, but he keeps it interesting. Very good teacher. Tests are hard, and don't go by his powerpoint notes alone--read the book if you want an A. Tough grader on lab exams, but gives generous curves. Make half an effort to study and you should get at least a C.
VERY HARD CLASS! His lectures are very boring and test are hard. With the labs he gives it the first 5 min. of class and if you are even a min late you will get a 0 on the quiz. Test come with no study guide and material studied is very broad. He does not care if you pass or fail.
Wonderful professor! He is a great lecturer and his tests are very straightforward, with no surprises. He offers extra credit on every exam and quiz. Study his PowerPoint notes, read the chapters, and take the online practice tests, and there's no reason you shouldn't make an A. I highly recommend him.
He is nice but his class is not an easy A.
His class is extremely hard. There are no study guides for his class. I studied for hours and was still unable to pass his exams.His class is for students who want to major and Biology.He gives five exams for the whole semester. My class started out with 27 students and only 10 students are left. If you work and have a family do not take his class.
I do not regret taking his class,Professor was very helpful and his door was always open to answer and clarify questions for me. I highly recommend him, and I will pick again for Microbiology.
If your not majoring in bio,save your time and money. Many students in the class studied for hrs, and still did poorly on the test. Great guy but what he have you study for compared to his actual tests is ridiculous.
This class was really difficult. Be prepared to take lab quizzes including lectures discussed that were discussed that week. He gives power points as a study tool, but do not rely on that only. You need to read the chapters and study hard to pass this class.
This class is not an easy A but it is very interesting. You HAVE to read the chapters and take notes from them- which can take you a couple hours per chapter! You have to study for lab quizzes as well. Again, you HAVE to read and study to get an A but Prof. Curtis is very helpful and explains hard concepts very clearly.
I didn't have much knowledge or interest in Micro before I started this class, but all that changed. Professor Curtis is smart, enthusiastic, and extremely helpful. Yes, this class is hard, and you will probably spend a couple of hours per chapter, but it is worth it. Don't take this class if you have a full course load. It is possible to get an A.
do not take this professor! while studying ch 5 he assigns material from ch 9. You can not understand the material until you read 6-9. once you get to 9, you are testing on the material from 1-7. He tells you study certain material and tests you on something else. Majority of the class is failing! repeat, do not take this professor.
Good professor, knows the material and is interested in you learning it. Great at explaining subject matter, but does expect you to read chapters before class to have a discussion. Do the Check Your Understandings in his power points, which are always available to you on Black Board. Lab quizzes are easy. Exams need to be studied for to get an A
Excellent teacher.he goes slow and explains everything. exams are worded weird but if you study you will do fine. quizzes are a easy A and the lab practical can be hard but just study for it. He is more than willing to help you out with anything. He would sit with you and help you learn. I would def. recommend Mr. Curtis.
This man is amazing! He is so, so, so brilliant and he does a great job at explaining each concept to its fullest. The best thing is that Professor Curtis will take the time to help you if you ask. Don't take his class if you're not majoring in any science-related field.
Amazing professor. He is so passionate about teaching biology that it made me want to learn the material. Yes, Biology IS a tough course but Prof Curtis made it easier and interesting. I definitely recommend him.
Half the class dropped. Very smart professor, however; it felt like he was speaking another language throughout the majority of the class. His class is extremely difficult. If you take him. do not take more than 2 classes. There were 2 or 3 that made it out with a A or B, but the average person will barely make a C in his class. Good Luck!.
He is an overall great professor. Bio is a hard subject but he explains it in ways that are easy to understand. you will defiantly have to study to pass but i highly recommend him.
I really enjoyed this class. Please understand you have to study and you have to understand concepts to do well. I am grateful to Prof David Curtis because I feel he has prepared me going forward in my other science classes. He has given me a new appreciation for the subject and I will be forever grateful.You earn your grade nothing is given.
Professor Curtis is the best professor ever!!! He teaches clear. You'd be dumb to not understand what he's saying. Quiz are easy just read the lab before class. Lecture exams are easy just study the power points. He wants to help his students, he'll actually go over your test with you to see why you missed what you missed. Wish he taught Bio 2.
Awesome teacher. Care bout his students. Goes over test one on one. Lab quizzes, must read lab before lab but easy. Extra Credit? depends. Lecture exams are easy if power points are studied. He's funny. You stupid if you cant understand his lectures. He's kinda hot too. He looks buff but is actually fat. Reading chpts helps too for more details.
Teaches well. But, his grading scale made things very difficult. A lot of useless work. I'm usually a very successful student. But, unless you have nothing else to do other than Biology with your life. Take this class. Tests every class. No extra credit or make ups. If you miss a lecture you will fail the rest of the unit. Posts grades very late.
AMAZING teacher, gives study guides to EVERY TEST! you HAVE to study if you want to pass. Labs are easy, study them cause he gives lab quizzes every meeting. ALWAYS available to go over any issues in his office during office hours. DEFINITELY take him, wish other professors were like him!!
To all the people crying about how hard it is, you weren't born knowing all there is to know about bio or micro, of course its hard. Great class. Homework+quiz every week, 4 exams- stay on top of your work and you'll at least get a B- study hard for an A. Funny prof, great power points, very clear teaching, go to his office if u need help.
He is by far the best teacher I've ever had. I took him for micro and he was very clear, extremely helpful and really wants you to succeed. record his lecture and do the CYUs (they are easy points). For the exams just read his power points and listen to the lectures and I'm sure you will do fine.
He is an amazing professor. Lectures are so clear, it just makes sense when he explains concepts. Grading is pretty strict, 4 exams, 1 lab midterm, 1 lab final, 1 lecture final, lab and lecture quizzes. You don't have much room for screw ups, but TAKE HIM and TAKE NOTES while he is explaining concepts. YOU WILL LEARN A TON! :) Go to his office!
He is an excellent professor! You have to go to class and never miss it!He gets all the questions from the powerpoint. Read and understand them and you can get an A! It's not easy to get an A unless you study the powerpoint. I love microbiology! Thanks to Professor Curtis I did not even use the book!
The lecture is very organized. Put the effort. Resolve that you will get an A. visit him during office hours and build a relationship, have your questions answered etc. you can get older book version on amazon for $20. He teaches from powerpoints. He speaks very clearly, it is a good idea to record him. He will help you but you have to do your work
Best Professor For Bio 1 on West Campus. Material is hard but he's Extremely helpful and explains everything with his power point presentations attend all lectures,pay attention study labs and lecture quizzes and You'll definitely pass the class. Also take his class if you are a Bio major!!!!
you have to take him he is an awesome professor before attending i was super nervous about biology but he is so clear and helps you a lot he truly is an amazing professor don't choose anyone else but him! i wish he did bio 2 :(
He is an awesome professor! If you study and are able to comprehend, you'll be set. He takes time explaining things and gives excellent feedback for tests. If your wanting to learn, take him!! I plan on taking him for micro.
One of the clearest professors ever. No late attendance or work. Keeps your attention, passionate about material, some humor. Actually wants you to understand. In fact, this guy is likely the best prof I willhave for science. Will take again for micro. Absolutely take him. No question. Study hard though, not easy but that's the class itself.
I will never forget this professor and the overall quality of his teachings. I have a 4.0gpa and this was a very challenging course to say the least but this is what I believe we as students of medicine and science signed up for, to be challenged to think. If you want inspiration and knowledge, this is the professor that will give it to you!
I had an awful prof for bio 1 and finished that class with a D. Retaking and Prof Curtis is like night and day. STOP READING NOW AND SIGN UP FOR HIM. You will not glide thru this class, its not easy, but with work on your end(study), prof Curtis will MAKE SURE you know and understand the material. It's bio, gonna be difficult, but prof Curtis helps
I had him for fund. of Bio I and i wish i could have him as my professor for every biology I will ever have to take. He is so helpful and actually cares about your overall GPA not just about you passing his class. Fantastic teacher!
TAKE THIS CLASS!!! He gives the best lectures and actually cares if you don't understand. He's so funny and lectures are never boring! Labs are a breeze, he dons make you turn anything in for them, and everything on quizzestests is expected. Easy A for me, however if you are a major slacker then you could end up with a C at least. He's amazing!
TAKE HIM! He's an excellent teacher. He makes everything extremely clear. It's not a super easy A but if you study you'll definitely pass. His tests are easy along with his quizzes if you study. You'll definitely learn a lot in his class.
Microbiology is a tough subject but I enjoy this profesor's teaching style. You can kinda come to expect what to see on quizzes. He's very direct, crystal clear, and never once has to reference a book when he is teaching material. I'd recommend this class! Dont even buy a book, everything is powerpoint, including ALL test questions from PPTs.
He's amazing I love his class his teaching methods, and the way he genuinely cares about his students. He's extremely funny with a great personality. He's by far one of the best teachers I've ever encountered at Valencia though I wish he taught all since classes he's definitely my pick for microbiology. Seriously take him you'll learn so much.
This class is not an easy one, but he made the semester fun! You have to work very hard to get an A, but it's possible. He is one of the best professors I've met thus far. He cares about what he's teaching and his students. Great class overall. The textbook isn't really necessary. Instead just print out the slides and take notes in lecture.
I wish I had put a little more effort in this class. I slacked off and got a high C. Make sure you guys study. His lectures are the best but his tests are tough if you don't put in the work. I learned so much in this class. I never thought I say this but I love microbiology and all the labs. He's a great professor so take him
He is entertaining, crystal clear, encourages participation. I was scared to death to take micro as to all of the horror stories I heard - I can be honest and say I really like micro! It isn't easy and you have to study your butt off - but record and relisten to his lectures and you will have all the test questions. He is a gem at VCC!
Prof. Curtis puts so much effort into his lectures & he makes the class enjoyable. He is a little arrogant at times but is extremely smart! I took this with A&P1 & it was a LOT of time studying! Helps you in anyway he can & makes it interesting. Stay on top of studying with a group from your class & you should be able to get As & Bs on the tests.
I seriously regret taking him. I would always be scared To ask a question thinking he would yell at me because thats what he does. His class is a lot of work so good luck. I wouldn't recommend him To anyone.
Prof Curtis is the nicest, most caring professor Ive ever had! He is always happy to talk to you about any questions you have as well as help with planning your career path! His class is not easy but he is an amazing professor who truly cares about his students & wants you to succeed! I wish all professors were as awesome & caring as he is!
Amazing teacher! Tests are straight to the point. quizzes every week are helpful for the test. Pay attention and study and you will definitely be successful. He really cares about the student's success in the class.
His class is not meant for those who have the intention of cruising by. He expects alot out of his students, but he doesn't expect you to do anything that he has not prepared you for. What I loved about him was that he recommends us to record his lectures, which makes it so much easier to study for the tests. I genuinely learned so much about bio
exams and lab practicals were easy for me except for the diseases portion. its not that its hard just memorizing a lot of them was too much at times. the lecture quizzes were tough for me bc i never had enough time to study for them. 3 chapter quizzes and no its not super easy. amazing lectures!!!! very sweet and kind professor :)
Let me start by saying I never write on here unless I was really impressed by a teacher. Took him over summer and this class was pretty tough but doable if you record his lectures and study!! I even had a trip planned and would be gone for two weeks and he let me make up ALL the tests and quizzes! I was so thankful for that. Loved Prof. Curtis!
Without a doubt you should take Prof. Curtis for Bio I. He is a phenomenal teacher who actually cares if the students learn. He was funny and found a way to make even the dullest subject interesting. I have so much trust in his abilities as a teacher that I have even recommended personal friends to take him.
Professor Curtis is great, his lectures are interesting and he is funny. he makes the class enjoyable and if at any moment help is need it, just ask him and he will be there. his homework is a great way to help the student to know the stuff and get the student prepare for the quizzes and test. very good class. take him.
His lecture are very in depth, but clear. He answers any question you have and gives reliable examples.
Professor Curtis is one of the best professors i have ever had. He lectures at a level that even the slowest student can understand, and he doesn't mind clarifying concepts that students don't understand. Although his lectures are crystal clear, students still need to do their parts to be successfull, which are homeworks and study the materials.
I really enjoyed microbiology with Professor Curtis. His lectures are great. I was never bored. I thought the content was challenging, but not impossible. I studied a lot, but it was worth it. The lab is really fun, but requires a lot of time make sure you understand and can recall the information. I would definitely take him again.
This professor does a great job at connecting the material to the medical field. Don't waste your time and money on someone who will just give you an A. His lectures are very informative and he doesn't waste your time on things you will not use so he could could display his intellect. At this point, nothing says it better than: take him.
Professor Curtis is amazing!!! There are fill in the blank quizzes every class but he prepares you for them and tells you what to study. Goes over the answers in the lecture class. Lecture quizzes are done after the class ends and lab quizzes are done before class starts. He is an amazing professor and I would take him again. Book not needed.
2 quizzes a week, all fill in the blank. 1/4 of the exam questions are also fill in. atlas half the class dropped for withdrawals, which he warns everyone about the weeks coming up to the deadline. he believes his class separates the weak and the strong for nursing. don't take unless you are super confident in your memorization skills.
I have a 4.0 in all science classes but I got a B+ in this class.. not an easy class at all. Two quizzes a week that are all fill in the blank. Tests are hard, he expects even the best students to get a C on the first one.. HAVE to have a good memory to ace tests since there is a lot of fill in the blanks and free response questions. Don't take!!!!
Curtis is the best prof I've taken. Quizzes every meeting day and it is all fill in the blanks, but it's all on the really obvious/major concepts from the lecture or lab. He gives you his powerpoints to use as notes and to pass his tests make sure you fully can explain/understand the answers to the questions at the end of the chapter notes.
love him
I am currently in Dr. Curtis' microbiology class, before the semester began I honestly was afraid I would get a B because I am also taking A&PII. He is AMAZING!! The best professor I have had at Valencia. Very clear in his lectures and what he expects from his students. Honestly anyone that has a poor rating for him, probably didn't put in the work
He really is very good at lecturing and explaining the material, gives lots of information (never gets boring). At the the same time he is very tough on is exams and quizzes. You have to put in a lot of time studying. You do not need a textbook or lab manual as he gives out NARRATED power points of his lectures which is good for studying.
This class was in my opinion a very easy A, NO BUSY WORK and professor gives plenty of EXTRA CREDIT. Do not take any other professor for Micro - you must take him. You don't need the book just read power-points. His power points are verbalized. Very articulate white guy so you can understand the terminology. EASY A!!!!!!
This has been one of the best classes I've taken so far. Made me question my major. I'm glad I was able to get him as my professor. Review power points before lectures and it'll make this easier. He is always available to answer questions but be ready to answer some of his.
he gives quizzes every class and has write in exams and some multiple choice. he provides recording of lectures&labs (SUPER HELPFUL) his exams are so hard but its the material. his only extra credit is the extra point on each quiz/exam. one super easy case study easy 20points. TAKE THIS CLASS SERIOUSLY. if i had i'd have at least a B.
He is funny, professional, and cares about his students. He works hard to make sure everyone understands the important concepts. He expects his students to be professional and prepared for class. Tests and quizzes are hard, but easy to understand (no tricky wording). Be prepared, come to class, review online lectures & PP's, and take notes!
His class wasn't easy because the material is difficult, but he made it interesting and he's really funny. His labs were actually fun and his lectures kept me engrossed rather than falling asleep. Wish he taught BIO 2 because my current teacher sucks. I had to work for a good grade but I really enjoyed his class. Take him, you won't regret it.
He is the best professor I have ever taken at Valencia College. The material is very difficult - he gives quizzes every week but it's helpful to keep you engaged. He's HILARIOUS and makes learning the material fun. He motivates you and does not put you down when you talk to him. I should have tried harder starting the class:( but he's the best!
Professor Curtis is hands down one of the best professors I've ever taken in my college career. You definitely have to work hard for the grade you want to receive, but he's willing to help you in any way he can. He really goes above and beyond to help you with whatever you need, and I wish I could take him for every class.
Professor Curtis is an amazing lecturer. Get ready to study and listen to the recorded lecture. Getting an A is achievable and you will learn a lot, but it is by no means an easy class.
professor Curtis is so funny! He makes bio interesting and straight forward. He also splits your grade up into a lot of assignments. his power points are extremely helpful, and his labs are lecture related. I would take him for every bio class if he taught it!
Professor Curtis is one of the BEST professors I've had at Valencia. I took him twice because he is a really great teacher and gives great feedback. He cares about his students. Also he's hilarious. The class is the hardest class I've ever taken. There is so much material to understand and not memorize but LOTS of studying will help.
Honestly my favorite professor at Valencia! I took his class with AP2 & I really worked for my grade. He records his lectures & adds to the powerpoints, which helped alot. Micro is a tough course, but he made it doable. He's funny and easy to talk to. There are quizzes each class, but its what was taught the class before. Study and you will pass.
Amazing professor. You have to work for your grade, but his powerpoints are super helpful & he's funny; his lectures are never boring. Labs aren't just busy work, they help connect the material from lecture & they're fun. Quizzes every class & lab but no homework really. He actually made the material interesting, wish I had more teachers like him
Took him summer 2017 and we are currently in fall 2017. I don't have him again this semester and I already gave him a review over summer but I am back just to let those who are reading know that he's an amazing professor who cares. TAKE HIM. Class is SUPER HARD but STUDY HARD and you will pass. Take advantage of his office hours and Student helper
Professor Curtis has been one of the best professors I have taken at Valencia. His class is by no means easy, but he teaches in a way that your learn & retain material. There are no surprises with quizzes & tests bc he covers every thing on them in his lectures & pp. There is a quiz every class/lab, unit tests, 2 practicals, a case study, & hw.
Professor Curtis is the best one I've had so far! His teaching methods are efficient and he's funny. His class is easy if you pay attention and study. I would totally recommend him!
Professor Curtis is by far the best professor I have had at Valencia. He is very passionate about what he does and in some ways is inspirational. There are quizzes every class however they are easy. He provides narrated powerpoint and reviews them in lecture in more detail. Just make sure to review the powerpoint and pay attention.
I never leave ratings for professors but I feel like for prof Curtis deserves one. Hes really something special. You have to work for your grade only because micro isn't easy course but he makes it less difficult. if you cant pass the class with the narration lectures he posted then its your fault you didn't pass and need to reconsider how u study
Prof. Curtis is such a great professor. I wish I could take him for all of my science courses. You can tell he loves it, which makes his lectures interesting. If you don't work for it, you wont do well. He ruined me for all other professors bc none of them are as good as he is. definitely recommend. Ended the class with a 95%
Professor Curtis is a remarkable professor. Microbiology can be challenging for many students, but his personality and way of speaking truly lightens the load. If put the time in to study, you should do reasonably well. Each assignment is designed to connect to the exam. Take him!
Amazing professor. If you want an easy A this class is not for you. If your goal is to learn and understand as much as possible then THIS is the professor to take. There is a lot of coursework/study time in order to keep your A. Microbiology is by no means an easy class but his style of teaching makes you truly understand the material.
Professor Curtis is amazing! Definitely not an easy class to take, but he is very engaging and makes the material understandable. Gives you access to the Powerpoints and even does voiceovers in the Powerpoints. No EC given. Only EC would be 52 questions on a test, he'll take the best 50 out of 52. Best option! Take him you wont regret it!
Great professor! He really is able to get his point across through his lectures, and he is very good about lecturing to his tests. He doesn't I've any extra credit, but the class wasn't exceptionally difficult if you put the time in to prepare. It is a difficult class, you should already be prepared to put a lot of time into it.
Prof Curtis made Micro so easy!! He gives you everything you need to pass & you just have to apply it. Do your CYUS, watch the power points, listen in lecture and youll do great!
I highly recommend professor Curtis to everyone. He goes out of his way for every single student. He even makes all his own material on pdf with voice overs to listen before lecture, that really prepares you. He is an amazing professor, take him!!!
I can honestly say he's the best professor I have ever taken. He genuinely WANTS you to do well. I recommend you record his classes, it really helps with testing. He is very straight forward , as are his exams. He made an extremely difficult microbiology interesting and easy to understand. Take him especially if you're going into nursing!
LOVED Prof Curtis! About to finish up his class and I cannot tell enough people of how great of a teacher he is. Microbiology is a very difficult course, with some topics that can be new and never heard of. However he makes it interesting and fun! Totally recommend him if you are worried about taking Micro.
He does not give study guides, or help you out on what will be on a quiz or test. He will tell you to go review the PowerPoints and thats it. Very unapproachable and when emailed for help he will blow you off. When asked questions in class he will laugh and make you feel bad in front of everyone and will make rude comments towards you.
About to finish his class now with a B wanted an A but I suck at testing. Easy class study powerpoints, read anything bolded, and record lectures youll pass test. Best teacher when it comes to lectures makes it fun to listen to. He really helps you and make your own group on this class and you will pass no problem. Quizzes easy, test study for!
By far the best prof I have taken in all my semesters at Valencia. He actually does provide a study guide, its the review questions at the end of each chapter. Hes very approachable and genuinely wants you to pass. If youre not doing well thats totally on you. If you need help ask for it, he will go out his way to do just that. Amazing prof!
This professor is good at teaching. He does NOT provide study guides. When you ask him what's going to be on the exams he says everything in the powerpoints. The power points are VERY long, so it's hard to memories every little detail. DO NOT take this class with another time consuming class because you are always studying. you're quizzed everyday.
Professor Curtis is a great teacher! You do need to work for your grade but he gives you the material that will be on his quizzes and tests. It's a lot of information to study, if you know how to organize your time for school you can pass. There are also a lot of quizzes and homework so your grade doesn't only depend on the exams.
I loved this class! Professor Curtis is easily the best science teacher I have ever had, his grading is clear and he goes over everything until you understand it. I worked hard to get an A though, almost half my class dropped midway through. Record every lecture and use them to study for the test. He's funny and it's a great class.
Im ruined, no teacher will ever compare lol. Take his class if you want to learn! Its a lot of material but if you stay on top of it passing is very doable. He is entertaining so you wont be bored. though his text are multiple choice they can be tricky because of wording. So understand the material! Why you still searching? Take Curtis!!
Curtis was kind and helpful. The concepts weren't hard. It was hard trying to find time to study. All you gotta do is study and the grade will follow. Easy A if you already know a study method that works for yourself and use the cyu's for a study guide. He is very clear about what will be on the exam and what wont be. Quizzes every lecture and lab.
Beware- Lab reports due every week! Between 5-15 pages. A lot of Chapter homework as well. Choose your course load carefully because this class takes OVER and requires a lot of time. His tests are also hard, and he likes to trick you on the multiple choice.
Lots of busy work that does not count for much or help with your grade. Concepts are easy but he makes them hard with trick questions and material he had not taught. Do not take this professor unless you want to have no life and go to lectures that just consist of rants. Skips over most of the material and yells at us for not knowing the answers
Never have withdrawn from a class until this one. Took Organic chemistry over a summer semester and it was way easier than this class (I got an A+), not because of the concepts but because of the way he taught & administered his tests. Completely sucked. Would not recommend this professor if you work or like having a life. STAY AWAY!
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ive taken micro twice before him and he is by far the best professor ive ever had . i was finally able to understand everything i studied he makes micro fun and he is very friendly,sweet and responds to every question that ive asked. i am really glad i was able to finally understand microbiology and pass with his great teaching method.
Although this class was to an easy A which I didn't expect it to be, he really does try to answer all of your questions so that you do understand EVERYTHING without making you feel dumb at all! He e-mails back in a timely matter. I took him in the summer and just know the course is not watered down or made any easier so be considerate of that.
Professor Curtis is the best.I never used my book, if you record his lectures and fill out the chapter reviews he gives you an option to do, you will ace every test. Yes, there are some time consuming lab write ups, but they help tremendously for the lab midterm & final. There are bonus points every exam. Take him if you want a lively lecture!
Record his lectures. Answer review questions WHILE listening to the recording. LISTEN TO MODULES BEFORE CLASS. Take pictures of slides to review with the recording. PROMISE, Easy A's on the tests if you do this. Lab practical, listen to the modules and read the lab materials. PROMISE AN easy A. Con: The labs and ch. H.W Easy but time consuming.
he honestly is a pretty good teacher. I honestly didnt want to stay for the 3 hours lectures so I would just watch the video lectures he provides, and youll pass if you do that. The homework and lab homework is super easy, its just time consuming. As long as you do most of the work and semi pass the tests, you will definitely get a B at least.
Hes so great! Always ready to answer your questions and responds fast to emails. I wish he taught every science class because Id ace all of them. A lot of busy work but Im the kind of student who needs repetition so I like it and definitely helps my grade. The labs are fun and i genuinely learned a lot from his class. Definitely take him!
Really good professor, but there are two quizzes and homework assignments due weekly that took lots of work for very few points. Lectures help a lot and he posts power points with a voiceover to explain them more. Tests were hard so get ready to study. There's two timed lab practicals that are only written response, study hard for them.
I am at awe. Professor Curtis has a well balance grading scale. The work load is heavy but its for your good, meaning it softens the blow on the exams if you don't to well on it. Advice do the "check your understanding" questions and also re-watching the lecture videos before the exams helps alot. You will be in good hands.
Professor Curtis is a great teacher but his class is difficult. He uses smartbook so each week you have 1-2, 4 hour assignments. If you've used smartbook before its not difficult just very time consuming. His tests are proctored and I don''t feel the smartbook assignments help. The tests are hard!!
Took his class and had to drop it. He may be good in person but not online. No help for tests, which are proctored n hard, you have to study everything youve done as he gives no guides. He will help is you have questions but thats about it. Also very time consuming hw, like 2-3 2hr+ assignments a week. Hes probably much better in person tbh.
Prof. C is a good professor who will answer any and all questions. Zoom meetings weekly and powerpoints as well. Downside: no study guides for hard exams, way too much homework (4 hours each assignment or more), quizzes weekly. You need to read the book. I could have gotten a better B but I slacked the last couple weeks and didn't study for final.
He's a good professor that cares and is interested in what he's teaching. His criteria is clear but be prepared to invest a lot of time in completing the assigned work, watching lectures and studying. The tests and quizzes are hard and tests are proctored via honorlock. You WILL have to work HARD to earn a good grade.
-NO extra credit available -NO curved grades -NO study guides for tests or quizzes -NO extensions on any assignments. He's not a bad teacher, he just doesn't really care if you succeed or fail. If you're totally self sufficient and have tons of free time to do homework and study (6+ hrs a week), this may be the class for you.
Great professor. A ton of coursework. His lectures were interesting and class structure was easy to navigate. No extra credit. I had a 89.2 and he wouldn't curve my grade but I still think of him as my favorite professor.
PROS - very organized lectures & labs - always explains the purpose of each lab - super open to questions and meeting outside of class; great at clairifying confusing topics - super funny, witty, and overall gives off an energetic vibe that makes class exciting CONS: - no study guide for exam ( just make your own from the chapter CYU's)
This is the best professor you would wanna take for microbiology. I never wanted to leave the labs at all they were very insightful and the professor explains things very clearly and makes sure everyone is participating. He also gave time for students to reach out to him for questions. Tests are heavy so make sure to study hard.
He has the best presentations. There is a book to come with the class, but I only used his lectures. His labs are fun, and he ensures everybody participates and understands the material. His lectures are clear and detailed. The best professor to have for this course! He is passionate about what he does and it shows.
the best professor to take for what's considered a pretty hard class. this is my last nursing pre req and I felt like I learned so much pertaining to healthcare and infectious disease. his canvas is so simple and organized and only one assignment per week which is the study guide and one quiz per week. I genuinely learned so much from him!
He was a very good professor, he was very willing to help. The material was difficult but he gives u lots of flexibility to do assignments the was they would benefit you. i would take him as a professor again in a heartbeat, loves his class.
I personally loved taking his class. I'm taking him during the summer so its accelerated but that didn't take away from the fact that he truly is a great professor. If I could take him for another class I would. This class IS a hard class but his lectures make it easy to understand.
He is a great professor, I would not have passed this class if I didn't take professor Curtis. Don't think twice take him right now !!
Great teacher! His videos are the best, take notes and you will learn the important concepts. Every week homework and quiz. No camera. 5 exams with camera. You study your homework for the exams. If you did good in the first 4 exams you would not have to take the last one. Lab easy homework.
Dr Curtis is AMAZING! Micro is a hard class but he has an excellent way of teaching things even though it is mixed mode. He answers all questions and is truly one of the kindest people I have met. His test are online and proctored but everything else is also submitted online. One of my favorite classes and favorite professors.
Professor Curtis is amazing and passionate to what he does. Do not be afraid to ask him questions if you are stuck on something because he'll explain it to you again and make you feel confident moving forward.
Professor Curtis runs a challenging but rewarding class. The material is tough, but he provides flexibility to tackle assignments in a way that benefits you. Unstuck AI was a lifesaver for exam prep - highly recommend it!
Highly recommend! I enjoyed this class!. To get the best grade in this class, I would recommend doing your Check Your Understanding assignments (CYUs). When you finish go back, really try to breakdown your answer to fully understand. The tests are based on CYU since we do not use the textbook. Don't skip lab you need it for the practical. Have fun!
Very understanding professor gives good feedback. Class is always fun and interesting. I would definitely recommend taking.
Professor Curtis was amazing, his lectures are clear and have all the information necessary for the unit quizzes. His canvas is organized and you always know what you are supposed to do. His labs were very interesting and fun. The best part is that there is no final exam for the lectures, however there is a lab practical final exam. Overall 10/10
I love Professor Curtis. I did mix mode class and his recording is amazing, short and focused. He give you a homework to do it while listening his recording. That is pretty much your test, and if you do it well, you do great. Testing and lab is online with honorlock. I only got B because I didn't study for my 1st test. Take him!!!!
Professor Curtis is Great! He is very straightforward with his expectations and instructions for the asssignments. He doesn't make the class more difficult then what it has to be. I was super nervous about taking this course becasue I knew it would be diffucult, but with Professor Curtis it was a Breeze.
Professor Curtis is by far the kindest and most knowledgeable professor I have ever had in college. He articulates his thoughts in a way that is easy to understand and genuinely teaches so that his students can understand. If I could I would take this class again just to experience his teaching methods one last time. Definitely take him for Micro!
If you want to pass Micro, take Curtis. He is AMAZING! Tests are online with honorlock and material is easy to understand and learn. Professor if you're reading this, thank you so much!!
Great professor and very understanding. A mixed-mode format is definitely preferable. Overall, a great teacher. I used the lecture notes as a study guide for quizzes and tests, and the material matched the notes pretty accurately. The course used Honorlock, but the professor provides plenty of study material.
Professor Curtis is one of the best professors I've had. Grades and work are straightforward, and his lectures are easy to follow. As long as you're using everything he's giving you, you'll get a good grade.
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