4.7

Donald Hand

Security Studies - New Jersey City University

4.7
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
98
Reviews
4.7
Quality
1.8
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.8
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

98

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

88

4

8

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What Students Say

hands down the best professor I've had at NJCU (along with Dr Krantz)

SECU222 - 5.0 rating

Professor Hand has a traditional Texas sense of humor that is very funny

SECU222 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

95%

Textbook Required

60%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 23 grades
Most common grades:
A (11)
A+ (7)
Not sure yet (6)
Grade Distribution
A(18)B(3)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 36 reported grades
A: 11
A+: 7
Not sure yet: 6
Not_Sure_Yet: 3
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (9)
Respected (6)
EXTRA CREDIT (4)
Participation matters (3)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Would take again (2)
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Reviews (98)
5.0
1.0
SECU222
May 5, 2011

Recomend for this course

5.0
2.0
SECU222
May 8, 2011

all around great guy... really knows his stuff and is always helpful to his students.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
May 8, 2011

Great professor, really passionate about course. Definitely recommend.

4.0
1.0
SECU222
Dec 12, 2011

VERY EASY CLASS.. YOU JUST HAVE TO MAKE SURE YOU ATTEND..

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Dec 14, 2011

Good class, as long as you do the work.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Jan 6, 2012

Great professor that makes the material more interesting.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Jan 12, 2012

Professor Hand is brilliant. You need the text book to do most of the work but it's relatively cheap. There is a lot of work but it's easy if you read it, no worries. Cannot wait to take him again. Ciao!

5.0
2.0
SECU422
Jan 16, 2012

Professor Hand has a wealth of experience in his field and everyone could learn a thing or two in his field. He is fair and very understanding yet challenging. Coming from a sub par school at NJCU, he is a true gem among the adjunct professors.

5.0
1.0
SEC222
Dec 6, 2012

Professor Hand is an awesome instructor and i will recommend him to anybody who has the opportunity to take him. I am going to take him again because he is that good. Class sessions get right to the point and all the work is done hands on, if you have any questions pertaining to the work he will get back to you within a couple of hours. AWESOME

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Jan 13, 2013

Professor Hand is one of the best I took so far.He has great sense of humor.He knows his field, easy to understand,he gets straight to the point. I would recommend him to everybody.

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Apr 23, 2013

Funny and Knowledgeable professor. His lectures are not boring and right to the point. His jokes also complement the lecture. Assignments are very clear, they cover the topics. Very Straight forward. Glad i chose Professor's Hand's class!

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 24, 2013

This professor is as all professors should be. Professional, easy to approach and speak to while being very clear in his instruction. He is also passionate about his field and an expert in what he teaches. I highly recommend taking his classes!

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 25, 2013

Professor Hand really knows his stuff and makes class fun. I'm glad that I took this class with him.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 25, 2013

Extremely helpfull and proffesional. There aren't enough words to explain how great of a proffesor he is. I will and do recommend him t anyone.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 26, 2013

Great Professor! No Midterm or Final! However, you must do what he calls "Journals" Every week and they are due every friday by midnight online. For the most part the class is pretty easy with some challenges along the way. But this professor by all means is not tough at all.

4.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 26, 2013

Professor Hand teaches in such a modern way he really makes you understand what the topic is about and gets the whole class to participate. Professor Hand shows how learning can be fun and interesting still even in college.

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Apr 26, 2013

its super easy, just do the journals and your are IN THE CLEAR MY FELLOW PEERS!

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Apr 26, 2013

great guy, easy , no midterm, final or paper, just an online hw a week. I plan on taking him again

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 26, 2013

Professor Hand was extremely helpful, no mid term, no final just make sure you attend class and do your journals.

5.0
3.0
SECU322
Apr 26, 2013

Professor Hand is one of the best professors at NJCU. His lectures are to the point and easy to understand. If you do not understand certain material he will stay and explain if needed.

5.0
1.0
SECU322
Apr 26, 2013

Great professor. Answers all questions whether in class or through email. Lectures are on point with the chapter.

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Apr 26, 2013

Professor Hand is very good. Fair, straightforward, and informative. No midterms. Good book. Mainly concentrates on attendance and labs. Recommend.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 28, 2013

Professor Hand is really easy and is enjoyable as a professor. His class has educational journals and he is there to help you along the way. You must attend his class to get all points possible. I am a Professor Hand FAN!

5.0
1.0
SECU322
Apr 28, 2013

Professor Hand is a great professor!

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Apr 29, 2013

Professor Hand is a great professor! He does a solid job of giving students a strong understanding of the topic.

5.0
3.0
SECU322
Apr 30, 2013

As long as you do the readings and take your time on the journal you will receive a deserving grade. He has zero tolerance to late work so get it done by 12:00am on Friday night or say good bye to 15%. All in all fun to have as a teacher and would take him again if I need more Computer classes.

4.0
2.0
SECU422
Nov 22, 2013

Straight forward

5.0
2.0
SECU422
Dec 1, 2013

As a prof he is pretty good and besides the power points the class in enjoyable because he makes funny comments. There are NO quizzes or tests but there are journals due every week.

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 1, 2013

Great no tests or quizzes just journals

5.0
2.0
422
Dec 1, 2013

the best professor ever!

5.0
2.0
SECU422
Dec 3, 2013

Prof. Hand has a great sense of humor and some interesting videos and powerpoint presentations. He is very knowledgable on the subject matter. I would highly recommend taking him for all classes he teaches.

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Dec 3, 2013

Professor Hand is a cool professor. He does not give any quizzes, tests, or papers. Just a weekly journal that's due at the end of each week. Definitely recommend him.

5.0
2.0
SECU422
Dec 3, 2013

Professor Hand loves what he teaches. Interesting powerpoints, no exams or papers. Just a journal every week but pay attention to detail and follow directions! He clearly explains what he wants. He also gives bonuses which are an easy extra 10 points. Highly recommend taking each of his classes!

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Dec 5, 2013

Great Teacher!!

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Dec 5, 2013

Professor Hand is a great professor!! Doesn't give any tests or papers, just journals every week. Definitely recommend him

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Dec 6, 2013

Great prof, great sense of humor. Knows his subject very well. Def would recommend him!!

5.0
2.0
SEC422
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 6, 2013

Great professor. Conveys his knowledge in the subject in a fun and understanding way and makes being in class enjoyable.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Apr 5, 2014

Great guy, If I could i'd take this class again

4.0
2.0
SECU222
Apr 10, 2014

Professor Hand is a nice guy. He is very meticulous as to what he wants. The class is not easy or hard you have to do the work and attendance is important. All in all I would take him over if I had the chance.

5.0
1.0
SECU323
Apr 23, 2014

hes knows his stuff

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Grade: Pass
Apr 25, 2014

Great Professor!

5.0
1.0
SECU322
Apr 25, 2014

Great professor, knows his stuff and keeps lectures fun

5.0
3.0
SECU322
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2014

Great sense of humor

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2014

Great Professor! Don't think about it, take his class.

3.0
3.0
SECU222
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2014

He knows his stuff! Would recommend taking this professor!

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Apr 25, 2014

Outstanding Professor. He is straight to the point. Only problem is reading during the his lectures. He knows so much.

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Apr 25, 2014

Very nice Professor, Amazing memory. class not easy but put a lot of hard work in order to success.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Grade: Pass
Apr 28, 2014

Great professor, interesting subject, thorough with grading and letting you know why you got something wrong

5.0
1.0
SECU442
Dec 5, 2014

Really good professor . He makes the work interesting , so it's a joy to attend class.

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Dec 5, 2014

A very good professor

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2014

Professor Hand is a great professor! He is very knowledge about the courses he teaches. He is very thorough with his grading and informs you concerning why you got an answer wrong. The class is not difficult, one only has to apply him or herself and do the weekly journals, participate in class, and be present for all classes. I recommend to anyone.

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Dec 9, 2014

Professor Hand is the best! Third semester with him and nothing's chnaged, great guy, would definitely recommend.

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Dec 10, 2014

Very good professor, and lots of information to cover so stay focus.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2014

Homework assignments are easy and clear cut. You get credit for each time you come to class so if you don't show up to a single class, don't expect to pass. Weekly journals are due to make sure you're doing the reading. One great thing is there are no textbooks. He uses actual books which is more realistic to real-life learning.

3.0
2.0
SECU222
Dec 11, 2014

Professor hand is straight forward. He doesn't gives tests or a final paper. He only assigns journal entries due every Friday which are a piece of cake! He was fun!!

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Dec 12, 2014

First semester at NJCU and I must say that Professor Hand is by far my favorite professor. No exams or essays but you will receive Journals to make sure you're doing the reading and they make up your passing grade. its not hard, the material he makes us read helps us learn. His lecturers are awesome. Funny guy and fun class. Everyone participates!

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2014

Easy A as long as you go and do the weekly journals. You will definitely enjoy his class if you have a sense of humor!

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2014

Professor Hand was a very well-educated professor with a phenominal background in the field that he teaches. His classes are very uniform, so you know just what to expect each week and although there are weekly assigments, they are not demanding, and there are no exams. Professor Hand has a traditional Texas sense of humor that is very funny. I would suggest that anyone who has to take SECU 222, take it with Professor Hand.

5.0
2.0
322
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2015

really enjoyed having this professor for 3 classes. I will miss him dearly.

4.0
3.0
SEC322
Apr 19, 2015

An amazing professor who knows his stuff and has an amazing sense of humor - which of course makes the class interesting. If you are considering taking computer security, and willing to work hard, Professor Hand is your choice.

5.0
2.0
222
Apr 26, 2015

Professor Hand is a very fair grader. He is clear in what he wants. Class is easy as long as one does all work required and he is completely willing to assist students with any inquiries.

4.0
3.0
SECU222
Apr 29, 2015

Good and funny professor, no paper, no test, however the class is challenging, there are journals due every week. Overall the professor makes the class interesting. Come to class, do your journals and you'll be fine.

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 30, 2015

Unique teaching style. Fair grader. Overall, an above-average professor who is very knowledgeable.

5.0
1.0
SECU222
May 1, 2015

class is a little boring but he has funny one liners throughout the class. HW is easy JUST DO THEM!!

4.0
3.0
SECU422
Dec 1, 2015

Easy class, Journals are easy but sometimes long.

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Dec 1, 2015

Great professor for computer security. Covers all the subject matter in an easy way to understand. Simple weekly assignments and just show up to class!

5.0
1.0
SECU422
Dec 1, 2015

Overall great professor, as long as you complete all the assignments your in good hands.

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Grade: B
Dec 1, 2015

Overall fair class.

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2015

Excellent Professor. 13 journals to do; one each week. No Midterm or Final. Do journals and participate in class (read when told) and you will be fine!

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2015

Professor Hand is one of the best professors at NJCU. His whole class is out of 190 points (130 for journals and 60 for participation). The journals and participation are the whole class. No tests, papers, or anything else. If you need this course, TAKE HIM

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Grade: B
Dec 1, 2015

Just do the Homework and you will do good

5.0
3.0
SECU222
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2015

quirky, makes you laugh . makes boring subject matter entertaining and enjoyable

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Dec 1, 2015

As long as the homework is done, you should pass. Great class

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2015

Prof Hand is a excellent teacher. He does not give tests however you must complete a weekly journal. Prof Hand is one of the best teachers I have ever had. Take this class if you want to learn and have fun at the same time. I wish he taught more classes.

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Dec 1, 2015

As long as you show up and do the journals that's all you need to pass. Lectures are cool. Did enjoy coming. Makes a point to learn who you are so I wouldn't recommend not coming to class.

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Dec 1, 2015

One of the best processors at NJCU. Lectures aren't long, but have a quality mix of comedy, inspiration, and critical thinking. 13 journals, no midterm, no final, but still learned more than in most of my classes. Would definitely take again.

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Grade: A+
Dec 3, 2015

hands down the best professor I've had at NJCU (along with Dr Krantz). Take him right now before his class fills up! 13 journals (one due each week) no midterm, no final. Show up, participate, do the journals (fairly easy) and you will get an A.

5.0
3.0
SEC422
Dec 3, 2015

One of the best professor at NJCU. He injects a bit of humor in his classes which make them fun and not boring. I highly recommend this professor to any one computer security.

4.0
3.0
SECU222
Dec 4, 2015

There was an easy amount of homework to be completed weekly. As long as everything was read, the homework was always correct. Constantly gave extra credit. No tests, only grade is homework assignments and class participation. Calls on students to read parts of PowerPoint's that he explains throughout class.

5.0
1.0
SEC422
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2015

Well-rounded professor. A lot of great information! Easy A if you do your work.

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2016

Takes the time to go over any confusion, gives in depth explanations on any topic. Includes interesting videos in his lectures. Great overall professor

5.0
2.0
SECU222
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 27, 2016

Great professor very helpful in class and offeres extra credit to garentee student success

5.0
1.0
SECU222
Apr 27, 2016

Professor Hand is probably one of the best in the department! An easy A if you do all the assigned work and show up for class. Would definitely take him again!

5.0
4.0
SEC222
Grade: B-
Apr 29, 2016

overall great professor! I will continue to drive the 50 minuets out of my way to make sure I have him as a professor. I struggle as a student, but professor Hand's lectures are easy to follow, and he is willing to help out to ensure that all of his students understand. very strict grader, but the class content makes the homework assignments easy!

5.0
2.0
SEC222
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2016

Great Teacher, he helped me out so much this semester. I had a lot of other problems with my other classes and his class made it so much easier it was a great class learned a lot very fair teacher.

5.0
2.0
SEC222
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2016

Overall a very good professor who knows what he is talking about and is more then willing to spend any amount of time before or after class to talk shop or chit chat with students.

5.0
2.0
SECU422
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 5, 2016
Would take again

Best tracher ever, makes a hard topic clear and understandable for those who may not understand computers. I had Hand twice and enjoyed each class!

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
SECU422
Grade: A-
Dec 6, 2016
Would take again

Great professor with a fun class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
5.0
SECU422
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Great Professor, Amazing class Very funny

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
SEC422
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

Great teacher no paper and no final or midterm

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
SECU322
Grade: A+
Apr 18, 2017
Would take again

Professor Hand is the best professor. As long as the student puts effort forth, the student will receive an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
SEC322
Apr 21, 2017
Would take again

Professor Hand is a great and funny professor. There is no midterm and final. Gives out extra credit assignments. However, gives you a lot of pages to read and if you do not read you will fail his class. Textbook use is MUST.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
SECU322
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Hand gives clear grading criteria when class begins and extra credit. He's fair, has cool lectures/power points, keeps class interesting and relevant to computer security, and really knows his stuff if you have any qs. outside of what he teaches. Show up, do the journals, and participate and you'll get an A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
SEC422
Dec 2, 2017
Would take again

Great Professor

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
SECU422
Dec 4, 2017
Would take again

Just register for his class! Honestly, there is absolutely nothing to loose. Great GPA booster as long as you do your work and attend class. One of the BEST professors at NJCU and grateful I had him. Hand's a great guy. I'm sure if someone had trouble understanding his course he'll go out of his way to help that person out the best way possible.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Would take again
5.0
2.0
SEC422
Grade: A-
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

The class itself is simple enough, so long one reads the materials. The Professor is also a fair man when it comes to grades, just don't show up late. Otherwise I would recommend this class and his previous computer security class.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Would take again
5.0
2.0
SEC422
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Great professor. You do the work you get an A. Makes the class interested. Highly recommended to take.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
SEC422
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2017
Would take again

Donald Hand is the best professor at NJCU. He is the kind of guy whom I would like to sit down with, while drinking scotch reminiscing about life. Don is a great man and role model for his students, always answering every question promptly in times of need. I am glad that I decided to take a class with Don.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

95%

Textbook Required

60%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 23 grades
Most common grades:
A (11)
A+ (7)
Not sure yet (6)
Grade Distribution
A(18)B(3)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(2)
Based on 36 reported grades
A: 11
A+: 7
Not sure yet: 6
Not_Sure_Yet: 3
Common Tags
Gives good feedback (9)
Respected (6)
EXTRA CREDIT (4)
Participation matters (3)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Would take again (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.08 avg change
May
Dec
Apr
Dec
Apr
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

222

5.0

(1)

322

5.0

(1)

422

5.0

(1)

SEC222

5.0

(4)

SECU322

5.0

(8)
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Difficulty by Course

SEC322

2.5

SEC222

2.3

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2.1

222

2.0

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