Welcome to Pitt, Dr. Nero!! Pitt students, you're getting one of the best astronomy instructors out there. Take him and enjoy him.

his lecture sometimes really makes me sleepy...

Good lecturer with lots of examples in the incomplete notes he makes available. Good sense of humor. Over 10% of extra credit offered. Tests were okay other than usually one/two multiple choice questions. One and two dot book problems are good test prep. Sweet demos. Don't be fooled, it's E&M, but his class is probably one of the best.

Very nice guy with a good sense of humor. Offers a lot of extra credit points to cushion your grade. Offers a lot of quiz and homework too to cushion it even more. There a bunch of tests too so if you do poor on one you can make up for it on others. That being said this is still physics so it is hard and requires studying, though he is a good prof

Nero was great. He gave fair tests, explained the material thoroughly, but, best of all, he related the material to real life, and thats what did it for me. Even if you hate math, this course will be interesting because of Nero and his teaching.

His tests can be difficult, but if you go to class and pay attention to the example he does, there is never anything you haven't seen in some form or another. Quizzes and homeworks boost your grade so much and there is enough extra credit to raise your grade by 6%. Textbook isn't used that much. Definitely recommend.

Great professor. Explained things very clearly. I had never taken a physics class before, but despite that I still did well thanks to his teaching. Syllabus and grading was very fair, and there was a decent amount of extra credit offered. Speaks quietly in class so sit at the front. Always willing to help in office hours. Would recommend.

Nero's teaching style needs a bit of improvement because his powerpoints sucked, but he covered everything you needed for the exams. Do the homework for real; yahoo answers are good in a crunch but definitely do the work before the exams. Overall very fair and I would recommend him to anyone who doesn't like physics and wants the easy A.

Not an engaging lecturer but brought in enough experiments to keep my attention. Never used the book other than to do practice problems. READ SYLLABUS BEFORE FIRST DAY FOR MORE BONUS OPPORTUNITY. Plenty of bonus points, was on pace for above 100% before bombing final (got A regardless due to huge bonus). average tests with 1 or 2 insane questions

lectures were straight forward. Always made himself available to answer questions thoroughly in office hours and via email. A little socially awkward 1 on 1 at first. Made funny nerdy jokes.

I had Dr. Nero for Phys 0174 this semester. It was the flipped seminar, so you had to watch the lectures online and do problemsmini lectures in class. I liked this set-up a lot because I took physics in high school so I didn't find it overwhelming. He is very easy to understand and a good teacher, tests can sometimes be tough.

Dr. Nero is an awesome lecturer. Homework is online, it can be extremely hard sometimes but its is manageable. As far as test go... ( I had the night class for 2 hours twice a week so i took the test with in a few days of finishing material) they can be difficult but they invoke you to think, time tended to be an issue but you get used to it.

Dr. Nero is a helpful teacher, but his lectures didn't sink into my brain. I was in the flipped class. Quizes are almost guarantee 100%, and homework is difficult but not undoable. His exams are hard: a lot of questions in not enough time. I recommend doing DOZENS of practice problems. Do all the extra credit, it can change a whole letter grade.

I was in Dr. Nero's flipped section, so we had to watch videos online before coming to a shortened lecture. Dr. Nero is an awesome professor! Physics is difficult, but pay attention, and use his practice exams and HW and you'll do just fine. He's slightly awkward one-on-one, but very helpful if you need him! Great professor!

Dr. Nero, although average lecturer, made physics as painless as possible. Exams are hard, but physics is naturally a hard subject. He showed how logical and reasonable physics is, which I loved. Do all of the extra credit to help safeguard your grade, plus he gave a big curve at the end :)

Isn't tenured or doing research so his only reason to be there is the students. Highly recommend flipped physics (online videos). As long as you pay attention and do the practice problems you should be fine. No physics class is easy though. He is very eager and willing to help. My favorite prof even though I HATE physics. He made it painless

Good professor. I took the flipped class, so the lectures were videos and at class he showed examples and problems. Need to watch the videos and go to lecture. Exams are pretty difficult but gives a lot of extra credit. Very good at explaining concepts and derives almost all equations(you don't need to know the derivations, but they're interesting.

Physics 2 is a hard course regardless, and I think Nero's flipped class does a good job of teaching it. The online lectures are nice because you can skip lengthy derivations if you don't have time, and he boxes the important equations. Class time used for demonstrations, conceptual questions, and practice. Exams are hard and final is difficult.

Hardest class Ive taken, but Nero gives you tons of opportunities for extra credit. I learned a lot of physics in his class and thats what is really important. He won't individually bump up grades, I was less than 1 point out of a thousand for a B+ and he didn't bump up my grade :(

There's a ton of online quizzes, but they're short and not too hard. I have a strong background in physics from high school so the class was not too difficult for me. You can definitely get away with skipping class if you're comfortable with the material in the online lectures. The final wasn't too difficult either.

Physics is a rough class, especially on freshmen. His demonstrations are pretty cool. He's a bit awkward but in an endearing way. He's really good at breaking concepts down in person. Honestly I feel he'd be a better lecturer in person. You get in what you get out. The exams are hard STUDY. Partial credit is your best friend

Really recommend his flipped class. Took again for Physics 2

Nero is one of the best professors, because he teaches the material for conceptual and application learning. His tests and homework are extremely difficult, so you must know your stuff. The good part: he provides hours of extra problems with video solutions, practice tests, office hours, and a flipped format that is highly effective for learning.

My biggest problem is that his powerpoint lectures are mostly pictures, so if you miss a class, you'll have little to no notes. He talks a lot but makes class interesting. He will do a demonstration of concepts from time to time. Fun class with a great professor.

Dr. Nero does not use a textbook and bases the class off of his lectures. Attendance is highly recommended for a better grade. The lectures are very well structured, and he rarely goes off topic. Little work outside of class and plenty of grades/extra credit. Recitation activities were sometimes confusing, but he's a fun and nerdy guy.

Nero is a great professor! He WILL curve down so be careful. As long as you watch the videos and go to lecture you should have no problem passing this class. If you want to do great, do some practice problems which he has videos for. He makes himself and resources readily accessible to help you succeed in this class. Use them!!!!!!

As long as you actually watch his videos, it is very easy to be successful in Nero's class. By taking good notes of all of his videos, I improved my test scores from C's to B's.

Dr. Nero teaches this class in a flipped format, meaning that he lectures in videos and does practice problems in class, and honestly, this setup works for me. The tests are weighted heavily and are pretty difficult. However, there are plenty of opportunities to receive extra credit points to boost your grade.

Even though tests are really hard, they are always related to the topics of the class. There wasn't ever a gap between what was taught and what was tested. Do the lectures, do the homework, do the practice problems (do them again if you need), and Nero's class is just fine.

Dr. Neros class was flipped, which means you watch video lectures before class then do problems in class. If you make sure you keep up with the videos, it is possible to do well in the class. He seems to try to provide students with every opportunity to succeed, but if you dont use all of the opportunities, it is difficult to do well.

I really respect Dr. Nero and the only thing I did not think was fair was the set up of his final. I got 100% on the first test which made me think I would receive better than a B in the class, but besides the final I think he was reasonable

Nero isn't for everyone, but I really liked the flipped aspect to the course. The class is definitely difficult in terms of content, but it isn't impossible to succeed. Just be prepared to go to UTA office hours and WATCH THE VIDEOS. Otherwise lecture will be of no use to you. And overall, Nero wants kids to do well.

Still Godlike in physics 2. In awe of his teaching ability, absolute unit.

Gives awesome, clear explanations for tough concepts. Lots of online homework and (relatively easy) weekly quizzes. Tests are tough but fair, and are very possible to do well on if you study a little. Exams aren't weighted too highly in the overall grade, and gives tons of opportunities for extra credit. Cares a lot about his kids!

Iconic man. Actual wizard. Made physics understandable and fun.

Even if you're uncomfortable with the flipped model of courses (lectures outside of class), consider taking Nero because he's had time to revise and refine the content that he covers inside and outside of lectures. He has pretty consistent office hours, but show up early if you actually want to get to talk to him.

I loved having Nero for Physics 1! I would keep in mind that he teaches the flipped section, which isn't the right choice for everyone. Even though Physics is a difficult subject, I felt that Nero did a decent job of explaining topics in his videos and in lecture. Definitely a good choice if you're okay with the flipped aspect!

Physics 1 is an awful class, but Nero is probably the best that Pitt offers. His lectures are entertaining, but his exams are awful, and they increase in difficulty from exam to exam, so seriously use his extra credit. You will need it. Apart from the negative, Nero is wicked smart, and his responses to students' questions are good + curves well.

Made electricity and magnetism understandable -- enough said. Super smart. His lecture demonstrations are a highlight.

I would recommend taking Nero, he is very knowledgeable about physics and is understanding of any issues you may have with due dates. With that being said, exams are very difficult, especially the final. Make sure you do the bonus he offers, it could be the difference between passing and failing.

Nero runs a flipped class so you have to make sure you stay on top of the lectures. In class, his example problems are really helpful and he gives very clear explanations. The tests are tough but fair. Take advantage of the extra credit he offers!

Dr. Nero was the smartest professor I had and was great at explaining everything.

Took the flipped class, but watching LECs outside of class was easily manageable for me. Textbook not required but doing his recommended practice probs really helped me. Otherwise, redoing HW probs is good prep for the exams. While the course is difficult, this prof was really great! It's up to you if the flipped format works for you.

Nero is the best choice for engineering physics. His exams are tough but fair. Definitely do all of the extra credit, it can be the difference between passing and failing. This was my second time taking physics 1 and I believe if I had taken Dr. Nero the first time I would have passed. Very knowledgable and a solid professor.

I took Nero's flipped section and it really meshed well with my learning style. Watching the lectures and taking notes outside of class was not as bad as you might think. The in person lectures are spent completely doing practice problems that he posts online for review. Exams are difficult but not unfair. I would highly recommend the flipped sec.

Honestly, I think Nero is the best choice for physics. He doesn't have an accent so he is easy to understand, plus his flipped lectures allow students to rewatch whatever they need. Class time was used to go over examples, which was very helpful. He's a fair guy and I recommend him.

Uses a flipped format - you watch the lectures on your own time and do practice during lecture time. Gives a decent amount of extra-credit. Gives good examples during lecture and is overall a pretty cool dude. Wouldn't say this class is an easy A, but you are given plenty of resources and opportunities to succeed.

During class time you do clicker questions so you need to be there. His new style of exams is a group portion and an individual portion. Group is 2 word-problems and individual is 4 concept questions based on group questions. TAs were super helpful for this class. He's very organized and sets clear expectations

Its work. Not too difficult , and I am awful at physics, but hours of work. It is flipped so think of it as double the work. That being said there is a much better understanding since you put in so much time into class. A class where if you try you will do well. Only professor where canvas grades are accurate!!!

Dr. Nero is definitely the best choice for Physics 1&2. He always engages with students during class and makes sure to answer all of our questions. He is very organized and kind. The way the exams are structured (two group math problems and 4 conceptual individual questions) make sure you understand material while building teamwork skills.

If you put the time and effort that physics 1 and 2 require, then Dr. Nero is an amazing professor, and you will do great in his class. Grading is mostly based on exams (2 group and 4 individual questions), but if you study, attend lectures, and work with your group, you will get a very good grade. Would absolutely recommend him.

Nero does an amazing job with the flipped classroom model; his lectures are great and the conceptual review during class helps retain material. I strongly disliked the way the class was graded as we took exams in groups and were graded by few things. Works well if you have a good group, if not.. good luck. Exams are 60% so good luck.

Great guy, decent professor. The flipped lecture style was pretty nice. We got a lot of examples of questions and I think it really helped prepare for exams. He is not the best at elaborating and explaining topics beyond the videos he posts to watch.

Attendance isnt mandatory but there are grades clicker questions every class. Sapling hw can be very hard but the TAs are helpful. Sets very clear expectations and grading parameters. Very organized and punctual with grading

Best Teacher at the University of Pittsburgh. Makes every class funny and memorable. Incredible at teaching physics, when it comes to freshman year physics he is the right choice.

I loved Nero, I would take him for physics any day. He uses a flipped classroom, lectures online, practice problems in class. The in-class problems are graded for accuracy and participation, if you get it wrong you get 80% credit. His lectures were similar to the homework and exams. He was a top choice for physics and made a difficult class easy.

Really good teacher. His class is "backwards" which i didn't think I would like but actually really did. Definitely go to every class as we do TopHats which are mostly graded on participation (80% just for doing it). The tests are really hard but if you study and do the hw and practice problems you will do ok. He doesn't really curve but is fair.

His video lectures are okay, but they only explain easy examples, then expects you to be able to answer super tough ones in class and recitation quizzes. He is a good teacher and explains things clearly, but the curriculum is just difficult you will probably need help at one point or another. Decently entertaining class, tough homework.

He mostly teaches a flipped class setup which isn't for everyone. However, I still think that these online lectures were (and generally are) better than those of the other prof who does exclusively in-person lecture. He offers extra credit opportunities and will help you pass if you're on the cusp. Seems like a nice guy.

Had a great experience with Nero in 0174, taking him again for 0175. He teaches flipped classes, meaning you have to put in the time outside of class to watch his videos. You will do great if you watch the videos and attend lectures.

Easily the best professor for PHYS0174. I took his flipped class and I really enjoyed it. If you want to do well in this class, you NEED to do many practice problems. I cannot stress this enough. Make sure you REALLY understand every homework, quiz, and book practice problem. The students who did the best did the most practice problems!

I didn't take ap physics in highschool but Nero was a solid choice. The group quizzes were more difficult than expected and the homework can take forever if you don't know what you're doing. The exams were average and he doesn't curve but he curves the final a generous amount. Lots of extra credit opportunities and every point counts

Nero's flipped class worked well for me, BUT DO NOT TAKE HIM IF YOU DO NOT PLAN ON WATCHING THE LECTURES. It is more class time spent in total, but in return, you can learn at your own pace and the in-person lecture is very relaxing and easy. The quizzes are difficult but in groups, homework is hard but tests are really easy.

This professor has good lectures, but the exams are hard. Wasn't really a fan of the flipped classroom though. Not a bad or difficult class, but the exams are three questions and make up a big portion of your grade. If you know how to study for them, you will be fine.

Dr.Nero is a great lecture professor, he explains the practice problems for the course well and makes sure that he goes into great depth with each problem. The course is flipped so you should have to watch lectures outside of class, they are not always necessary, but are very helpful when it comes to studying for exams, or with difficult concepts.

Dr. Nero is an amazing professor. I took him for both PHYS 0174 and 0175 and loved the class both times. You have to be willing to put in time outside of class for his video lectures. If you watch the lectures and pay attention in class you will be adequately prepared for the exam.

Nero is very knowledgeable about physics and does by far the best job at explaining it compared to other profs. Lectures are mostly answering questions but they really help gauge your understanding. Tests are very fair and he curves the class at the end. Advice is always watch the lecture videos and ask questions during class.

Don't get me wrong, this class is REALLY hard, but if you put in the time and you stick with it through to the end, you'll be fine. His video lectures are really boring but they're a lot shorter for physics 2 than they were for physics 1 so they're less of a chore to watch.That's all I have for this topic, so I'll see you in the next video...

I enjoyed the flipped classroom style with professor Nero's online lectures and the in person lectures that focused on solving problems and answering questions we had.

I liked the flipped style of his class and working with others during lecture. He sometimes explained things without giving a basic overview but still a great professor who keeps you entertained and taught you the needed info. Final was bad but enough of a cushion that you can fail it and still do well in class.

Regarding PHYS 0174: He was very nice and explained concepts well. During lecture you answer practice questions on Top Hat and go over example problems; he also used a lot of physical demos. All general instruction videos are posted online to Cubits. His grading policy is relatively lenient. I would definitely recommend him.

The class was flipped, and mandatory lecture videos took about forty-five minutes to an hour to watch every week. He also gave ten questions of Achieve homework each week which was the hardest part of the class for me. His exams were never easy, but he gave lots of partial credit, so they were doable. Overall, I thought Prof Nero was very fair.

Lots of extra credit but the final was kinda brutal. I hated the flipped class room but the lectures demonstrations were interesting. Only easy because I took it in highschool. The homework was much harder than the tests and took up wayyyyy too much time. I'm very scared for E&M

I personally enjoyed the flipped classroom, but if you don't this isn't the class for you. I think the amount of work assigned was perfect- it was enough to help me understand but it wasn't too much. The course is challenging and you have to be willing to put in a fair amount of work, but as long as you do what is required, you should be fine.

Watch the online lectures when he recommends or you'll fall behind quickly

Nero has really great lectures and gives a lot of homework. You need to go to class because of you have a participation grade. If you watch all the videos he assigns before each class and take good notes you should be fine for the midterms and his class.

Dr. Nero is severely underrated. The flipped lectures are an adjustment, but they make classtime so much more productive. He is extremely caring and gave an extensive curve at the end of the semester. If you are willing to put in the work outside of class, take him and you'll do well.

The class is flipped, so you have to watch his videos before class. They're normally not too long and you can watch them at 2x speed. Tests are similar to practice tests and homework problems. He and TA with homework questions. Do the homework early and make your equation sheet throughout the semester.

Nero's 0175 was honestly not bad. Homework and study guides were wayy harder than exams, which I appreciated. He is very accessable outside class and willing to spend time helping you. If you are willing to put the work in, he is an easy A.

There are 3 main exams and 1 final exam for this course. He makes you watch videos before the lectures so that he go right into problems/questions. The study guides that he posts are helpful, but finding other stuff to study is a little difficult. I think Professor Nero was a great professor, but the course is difficult which may skew his ratings.

Dave is an extremely knowledgeable and effective instructor. He knows a lot more than you might expect, and also does a good job of conveying it to students. However, he assigns a lot of work, and it can be pretty challenging.

Dr. Nero does a flipped classroom so you watch video lectures three times and week and then answer participation questions in lectures. There were three tests that were written and a multiple choice final. He does a decent job at explaining, but the homework is definitely necessary to understand concepts. Physics is just hard, but Nero good.

Nero's model of teaching physics is fantastic if you're willing to put in the effort to succeed. The flipped style of lectures allows for more time for problem-solving in the classroom, which makes it easier to grasp the topics. The homework tends to be tricky, but it prepares you well for the exams, and his office hours are very personal.

If you are bad at physics don't be scared when your hair starts falling out in clumps from the stress. I cry everyday because of this class. If you're good at physics though have fun.

Not a bad professor for a very tough class. Flipped style is hit or miss but he tries his best to explain the concepts. Class starts off very easy but gradually gets pretty difficult over time. Very fair with grading and the exams are very fair with clear examples of the material you'd find on them. Practicing alot is your best friend in this class

Nero is the best PHYS 0174 professor. His midterms are more difficult, but his students have a better understanding of the concepts and consequently do better on the final. I personally did not find this class difficult, but I think I'm also naturally good at physics.

Dr. Nero is a great professor. His lectures are interactive and fly by if you're sitting with a group. You use a free program called Top Hat throughout lectures to answer questions, thus making attendance mandatory. The tests are hard, but you're able to make an equation sheet which helps significantly. A tough class but would take Dr. Nero again.

Nero is a very solid prof. Some people disliked his flipped teaching style, but for a physics class, it's the easiest way to learn. Gives study guides with practice problems and topics to study. If you study and care about learning the material, the class is not difficult. For a lecture I had at 4:00 on a Friday evening, I was never mad about it.

Dr. Nero is GREAT! He teaches in a flipped style so all of class is just practice problems and demos. But, in both the online lectures and in class, he explains physics clearly. He is always open to questions and does not make a student feel bad for asking a certain question. He has extra credit assignments which helped a LOT.

Took Phys 0475 (honors version of 0174). It was hard. Nero's lectures flew by, and homework was usually applying what we learned in class. Fortunately, we had weekly quizzes that were graded REALLY generously, and the final only worth 15%. That way, you can do well in the class even if you suck at literally everything. Taking him again for 0476.

Nero is my sunshine, my only sunshine, he makes me happy when skies are gray. In all seriousness, I don't like the flipped lecture system but to each their own. I liked how everything else in the class operated, albeit Top Hat was a little bit annoying. But, Nero was definitely the best option for 0174 and 0175 Pitt had to offer during my time.

Professor Nero is a very good teacher. His class is flipped, so it may be harder for some people but I personally enjoyed it. As someone who was not very good at physics, and still got a B in his class, it goes to show with enough effort you can pass his class easily. Lectures are mainly demos and the course content is online.

great professor, long homeworks that can be very difficult if you're not doing it in groups, more than fair midterms, betweeen Good and Nero, absolutely pick Nero, he is much more knowledgeable

After taking Good last semester, Nero was an upgrade. His pre-lecture videos made sense and helped me understand the material. Also, my TA Dihan was absolutely amazing. There are 3 midterms and 1 final, the final being the worst. Do the bonus, my year was only curved 1%, but bonus helps. TopHats are annoying but with a group of friends, they are ok

Nero is a solid professor who uses a flipped classroom approach. The work is challenging, but with engagement and tools like Unstuck ai, the class is manageable. Definitely worth considering for physics credit.

Dr. Nero uses a flipped class which can be both good and bad. It makes it easier to go over the old materials and the online lectures are easy to understand, but it takes a little bit more time than a traditional class. Definitely the best option when it comes to physics professors, though. The quizzes are usually pretty easy.

Flipped physics honestly works, you get to do more examples in class since you watch the video lectures beforehand. Lots of achieve assignments, make sure to stay on top of it. Would recommend.

Nero's flipped classroom approach is really nice. We did practice problems for the entire duration of in-person lecture, which is really great when a topic is confusing/you don't know what to study for. Homework is a lot harder than his midterms, which prepared me very well. From what I've heard about other professors, Nero is the best choice.

I took the flipped physics class, which has all the lectures online, and I loved it. I was able to learn at my own pace and rewatch any parts I didn't completely get the first time. The final was pretty rough, including mostly the most recent topics. Doing well on the midterms are really the only ways to make sure the final doesn't kill your grade.

Good physics class for those with previous experience. Homeworks and checkpoints were challenging but not unreasonable. Grading is fair; it is easy to do well. Nero is organized and sticks to the syllabus schedule. He's a stiff lecturer but clear and willing to take questions. For visual learners, there are a number of in-class demonstrations.

Dr. Nero's flipped classroom worked fine for me. If you've already taken an AP Physics class and did well in it, you probably don't even need to watch most of the lectures. Final is sort of weird, but the class itself got curved, so it didn't really matter too much in the end. Has a lot of unique demonstrations to make lecture interesting.

nero is a pretty chill guy. super tough checkpoints (quizzes) with material that isn't really covered in the lectures, but still managable. lectures are interesting to listen to (very much derivations-based rather than problems-based) but don't help that much with the homework. overall very accessible outside of class and probably the best choice

Dr. Nero is overhated, just because the coursework is slightly difficult. He is the Mark Zuckerberg of physics. If you watch the Cubits videos, pay attention in class, and do the homework, you will do fine. Also, if you do the extra credit, you can boost your grade by 3%. I would recommend Dr. Nero, because he is better than all the other options.

The course is hard itself and exams are difficult. Practice exams are very helpful if you understand them fully. Homework is much harder than quizzes and tests which can be a pain. Just take good notes on cubits and you will be fine.

His flipped classes were great and allowed me to learn the material at my own pace. We learned a lot of the basic stuff through videos so his lectures are more based on problem solving & examples which I found helpful. He offered extra credit opportunities with surveys and TA visits. Tests weren't terrible: one page of written notes was allowed.

Flipped class so lectures are watched before class, then class is spent doing Tophat questions. I personally liked this because it made it very easy to review lectures in preparing for class. He tries his best to make class engaging, and participation/homework helps boost your grade. He will curve if the class has a lower than normal average.

Nero does a good job explaining physics concepts in his videos. Sometimes he goes a little fast on the math, but overall I think he explains things pretty well. Midterms are tough but also seemed fair, the final is rough though. He does give a small amount of extra credit for doing a couple of small things throughout the semester,

I guess physics is hard, but Neros study guides and homework are good preparation for the exams. The quizzes are similar to the departmental final, so make sure to save those even though the study guide for the final was also pretty similar. You can get a 3% boost to your final letter grade with all the extra credit. He also looks like Jeff Bezos.

The flipped classroom model (online video lectures before class and practice in-class) works very well for this course--revisiting the lectures to clarify concepts is super helpful. Nero is a little cold when you talk to him one-on-one, but he's a great lecturer. Exams were tricky but fair. I felt well-prepared for the midterms and the final.

Some people in my lecture didn't like the flipped class, but I thought it was helpful. Before class, we watched 30-45 minutes of videos on our own to get a basic understanding of the topic. I was able to watch at my own pace, rewatch parts, and go back to review material before exams. He also had a lot of examples in class and was really funny.

As someone who likes flipped courses, I found Nero's course to be fairly well taught. This class deals with hard subject matter, making tests difficult but manageable. My only gripe with Nero is his grading criteria, where you can lose up to 20% of the possible points on a question if your process is correct but your numbers are slightly off.

PHYS 0174 and 0175 with Nero are flipped classes, meaning the lectures are online and examples are solved in class. The flipped class structure was not for me, but it wasn't detrimental as Nero is a good professor. Study hard for exams and you will be just fine. Popular opinion is that this is the easiest out of Chem, Calc, and Phys 2, and I agree.

Nero's FRQs can be extremely unforgiving on the midterms, as any mistake at all results in, at minimum, a 20% point deduction for that part. Flipped classroom is nice for some people, but not so nice for others.

Dr. Nero was a good professor, I was just not a fan of the flipped lecture style, but if you like that then he is the professor for you! He communicates everything clearly and has fun demos.

Nero is a solid teacher. Personally I disliked the flipped format but other people like it. He has lots of demonstrations and his tests are easier than the other professors.

Does an amazing job actually teaching the subjects instead of reading from a textbook. He know what students usually are confused about and why and makes sure to explicitly go over them in lectures.

Most organized professor I've ever had. His lectures were very clear, and he derived concepts from scratch so we could understand where they came from. Quizzes and homeworks were quite fair with a clear (and curved) grading system. Also occasionally drops the most hilarious statement you've ever heard then keeps lecturing nonchalantly. Amazing prof

Dr. Nero is the most professional and well-prepared teacher I've ever had. Only 60% of the class is based on tests, with the other 40% being a free 100%. He gives extra credit throughout the year, which I highly recommend doing. The course was flipped, so the lectures were videos we watched on our own time, which helped a lot and was a great idea.

Dr. Nero is very organized. 40% of the class is basically free points (participation with TopHat and homework) and the rest is exams. He was accessible outside of class in office hours and outside of that as well which was extremely helpful. 100% recommend doing the extra credit. He also will drop hilarious jokes every now and then.

Dr. Nero was my favorite professor for my first semester and the best for PHYS 0174 by a mile. He is great at giving lectures, and explains things well and makes connections often. I didn't go to him directly much, one negative was that he wasn't very good at helping people individually and just felt like talking to a robot. Beware of the final.

Dr. Nero is a solid professor, definitely one of the best in the Physics department. His midterms are easier than other professors, but the grading is unforgiving (many points off for small mistakes). Tests are a large part of your grade, but the in-class questions and homeworks are a good grade booster. I would definitely recommend taking him.

Good teacher, most information comes from his online lectures, but the in person lectures are graded so go. They can also help understanding so go anyway. A fair grader, little curve in my class and the average grade was a B- so not to difficult. Heard he is the best of the phy0174 professors, haven't had the others so can't compare.