3.2

Ghassem Mozaffari

Chemistry - Houston Community College (all campuses)

3.2
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
52%
Would Retake
129
Reviews
3.2
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
3.2
Helpful
3.2
Clarity

52%

Would Retake

129

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

42

4

20

3

28

2

13

1

26

What Students Say

If I could turn back around I wouldn't have taken him

CHEM1405 - 3.0 rating

Ended up dropping this class because I just couldnt keep teaching myself the material to pass this class

CHEM1405 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

90%

Textbook Required

65%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 48 grades
Most common grades:
A (9)
B (9)
B+ (7)
Grade Distribution
A(13)B(12)C(9)D(5)F(1)A-/B+(11)
Based on 63 reported grades
A: 9
B: 9
B+: 7
Not sure yet: 5
Common Tags
Skip class? You won't pass. (19)
Respected (12)
Tough grader (12)
Lecture heavy (11)
Get ready to read (9)
Gives good feedback (8)
LECTURE HEAVY (8)
Participation matters (7)
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Ratings by Course

14111412

5.0

(1)

CHEM2

5.0

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GENCHEM1402

5.0

(1)

CHEM1111

5.0

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CHEMI

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Difficulty by Course

CHEM1311

5.0

CHEMISTRY

4.0

CHEM1105

4.0

CHEM1412

4.0

CHEM1305

3.7

Reviews (129)
1.0
5.0
CHEM1401
Sep 1, 2005

EXTREMELY RUDE TEACHER... RUSHES THROUGH EVERY THING FROM LABS TO LECTURES, ONCE WE HAD TO DO 3 LABS IN ONE DAY... DOESN'T CARE ABOUT THE STUDENTS... JUST KEEPS COMPLAINING ABOUT HOW MUCH IT COSTS HIM ON GAS TO COME TO THE CAMPUS AND GO BACK HOME... CAN YOU BELIEVE IT??? JUST DONT TAKE HIM... THATS MY HONEST ADVICE TO YOU!!!

1.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Nov 22, 2005

I do agree with the first student. He is very unhappy and rude person. Can not ask question because he afraid cannot answer the question. I think he is there to make some extra money. He should not be teaching this course and I wish Chairperson ant Central campus do not let him to teach this course.

4.0
3.0
CHEMI
Dec 19, 2005

this professor is not very friendly. He responds in a very blank way. His teaching is clear but i was still confused on how he grades. i made a C in the course and he curved the grade but personality is just blank. You choose?

3.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Jan 19, 2006

he is a nice teacher. u just have to take all the notes in class and then he will give u review test and everything, which will make tests easy. If u work just for 3 hrs in the whole week, u can get a Good grade. I got an easy A. I recommend him. I m also taking him in Chem 1412.

5.0
1.0
CHEM14111412
Feb 3, 2006

very nice and compassionate professor.

1.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Jul 7, 2006

bad teacher

2.0
4.0
CHEM1412
May 13, 2010

He is a nice man, but is teaching method is disorganized; he asks some questions in exams that he did teach the method to answer them. I will sugest not to take him. If u want to learn chem take someone else even if you want an easy A take someone else too.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1401
Jun 30, 2010

This is honestly one of the best science professors I've ever had! His lectures are very easy to understand and if you still don't understand a concept, he will teach it another way until you understand it. His tests are contain exactly the info that he said would be on them. Labs are easy and short. Very helpful and nice!

5.0
4.0
CHEM1305
Jan 17, 2011

READ, READ, READ! If you read the book, come to class and do the lab work you will do well. He will help you out in any way he can as long as you are trying and putting forth effort. If you are taking more than one CHEM I would highly recommend taking him as he provides information on the other levels of CHEM as well. Great professor. I enjoyed it!

5.0
2.0
CHEM1401
Jul 19, 2011

Awesome awesome awesome professor! He is the best science professor I've ever had! He has a few tests which right off of his review. Very clear notes. He is also very clear in what he teaches and explains concepts to you in as many different ways as possible until you understand them. He's also very nice and approachable. Lab is easy too. :)

4.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Aug 21, 2011

I took this guy for the summer. He put the entire semester into a month. People took the class together and took the test together literally. He was allowed 16 student and half dropped. Others are allowed 28 students. Labs physical work was easy but the paperwork calculation were hard. People barely did it. Hard teach unless your paired up

2.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Aug 26, 2011

Not helpful most of the class was lost and half the class failed dont take if u want to pass

1.0
5.0
CHEM1411
May 14, 2012

STAY AWAY!!I didn't learn nothing at all! Tests are not related to lectures and very hard. He is the worst professor EVER. Can't even ask him for hel cause he will be mad at you and you won't get him. Took his class, but I still don't know anything about chemistry! DO NOT TAKE HIM!!

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
May 26, 2012

The worst teacher ever, do not take him, he is very confusing and rude...

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
May 29, 2012

i don't know why some people said that this teacher is an awesome guy, but anyway... this teacher is not good at all, don't take him because you wont understand anything he is mean for real... not friendly at all also you cant ask him any question because he will get mad

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Jun 8, 2012

do not take him. rude as hell not helpful at all. there some others good chemistry out there stay away from this teacher

3.0
2.0
CHEM1405
Jan 10, 2013

I dont know why people are complaining. His class was easy, especially if you looked at the textbook for extra study. I passed with an A (:

5.0
3.0
1411
May 5, 2013

Great Professor! It's always a joy to attend his classes because he is passionate about his teachings & his jokes are pretty hilarious. No quizzes. Tests are similar to the reviews. He is more than happy to go over anything that you are not sure about. He even helps you on tests! Grades are based on tests & easy labs. I definitely recommend!!

4.0
3.0
CHEM1411
May 7, 2013

iff you maake a good impression the first day then you will be fine. studying is manditory. make sure you take good notes and study every night.

4.0
2.0
CHEM1413
May 10, 2013

This professor lectures on prudent information. He gives it to you straight. He appreciates a good, hard working student and will help when he can. Nothing but "good stuff." Study notes daily and you will be good to go.

3.0
2.0
CHEM1412
Jun 13, 2013

I would definitely take another class with him. He is very knowledgeable about chemistry and breaks the information down well. This is not an easy class, but if you go to class and workout the homework problems you should do well.

3.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Jun 14, 2013

You will learn many things from him and his lectures. I like his traditional teaching method. But, he is sometimes not useful. He is easy to angry if you ask many questions. If you actually love chemistry, and you are eager to learn, this is your teacher. Highly recommended this teacher, if you want to learn because of your knowledge :)

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Nov 19, 2013

Very good teacher. Cares about his students and their grades. Goes over everything very well. Like every class you have to pay attention and take notes. But if you take notes and study, its no problem making a good grade. Everything on the tests he will cover in class, and the HW is also very helpful.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Nov 25, 2013

wonderful professor definitely recommend taking him for CHEM 1411 not only does he help you understand every concept of chemistry but his class is very easy and out going too. you will definitely make an A as long as you attend class and take the notes he provides and do the work sheets he gives out. Great professor indeed

5.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 1, 2013

He is very thorough. He starts at the beginning on difficult concepts and continually reinforces. Had to retake this class and so glad I got him, because I really understood the concepts better this time around. I think he is the best chem teacher I have had yet.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Dec 3, 2013

Great teacher but you MUST pay attention in class, but that what's expected from any chem class. A LOT easier than other teachers!!

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2013

A great professor, very clear in teaching, so smart, and if you study for the tests, you definitely can make an easy A in this class or at least a B.

5.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Grade: B+
Dec 8, 2013

great teacher helps you understand anything you ask!if you do the labs and study for the test you will get a A he is fair and willing to talk to help you with your grade! He has a funny sense of humor. there is test and no lab test and a final! i didnt get the book but if you have it will help.

5.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Dec 9, 2013

Very helpful professor. He is really laid back and has a good sense of humor. He does his best to make sure you understand the concept. He gives out tons of practice problems and goes over it in class and also gives practice exams to help prep you for the exam.

5.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Dec 10, 2013

Great teacher. He was very helpful when I missed his class several times and on late assignments. He also writes his own notes which is a lot better than reading off a powerpoint like most professors teaching chemisty.

5.0
1.0
CHEM3591
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2013

Great caring professor.

1.0
5.0
CHEM1314
Dec 11, 2013

he is areally good teacher and he explains verry weevery lesson he gives extra credit and he gives chances going to lab is very mportant for him , no homeowork or textbook ! take him easy class

5.0
2.0
1411
Dec 11, 2013

really great teacher, willing to work with you for anything, pretty straight forward on all assignments

3.0
4.0
CHEM1411
Dec 11, 2013

This teacher likes to use the white board to teach. Easy to understand. Gives lots of extra credit. Very willing to help you out. He's amazing. Plus all this is really "good stuff"

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Dec 11, 2013

Good teacher, gives extra credit. Great for starting college students

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2013

Good teacher, gives extra credit. Great for starting college students. Highly recommend him.

5.0
1.0
1411
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2013

know what he is talking about really helpful gives reviews and sample test before tests HIGHLY recommended.

5.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Dec 12, 2013

Awesome teacher! I recommend him to anyone taking chemistry!

5.0
1.0
CHEM1411
Dec 12, 2013

Very helpful professor. Learn a lot of stuff and have fun doing it. Very highly recommended.

1.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Dec 12, 2013

Awsome teacher very kind and friendly so easy and helpful i took him for chem 1411 best teacher ever

5.0
1.0
14111412
Jan 30, 2014

he is EASY

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Apr 26, 2014

This professor is a bully. Exams has nothing to do with material discussed in class. Not available to help students to understand material. NOT Recommended at all.

5.0
1.0
CHEM2
Aug 14, 2014

He is great!

5.0
1.0
GENCHEM1402
Grade: B
Aug 14, 2014

He is one of the best chem teachers. highly recommended

5.0
3.0
CHEM2
Aug 15, 2014

He is a grt teacher, willing to help. not an easy class but if you study his notes and work on practice problem its not hard to pass. other exams are fair but final is hard, even though he says it comes from old test. don't believe him!! there wont b any questions from there. highly recommended

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Aug 20, 2014

Class is extremely hard and professor is not helpful at all. Does not like to be asked any questions. A lot of homework. Do not recommend at all to anyone. Class is all math.

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 20, 2014

Very difficult class, pure math. harder than the calculus II class i took

5.0
1.0
CHEM1412
Aug 20, 2014

Very clear about his "good stuff". Just do all the hw (which is not required) and you'll be fine. I took it in summer with History 2 but felt no pressure at all. It's a lot of Math tho. He gave extra credits on test, which you should try to take advantage of 'cuz the final is far harder. Study and you'll definitely make an A!

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 30, 2014

This is a very difficult class. Take it if you are extremely good at math. Explains everything really fast. Pure math.

4.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Grade: C
Sep 12, 2014

Nice professor but the pace is fast and doesn't always explain things well. You'll pass without a whole lot of effort but to get an A or B, you're gonna have to study and read a lot. I got an A in Chem 1411 without even trying, but this class is another story.

4.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2014

He is really cool professor, funny and helpful. Do the test reviews and chapter practice problems. Sometimes, the tests come from there. Work hard, he will know and help you to bring up your grades. Come to class and listen to his lectures. Really helpful. Get ready to work, it will pay back.

4.0
2.0
CHEM1411
Nov 19, 2014

Great professor, very kind, friendly and helpful. Offers extra credits in the tests. Gives out reviews for tests, extremely helpful. really cool and laid back. Tests are not too hard. It is an easy if one is willing to study(go to the tutoring center)

5.0
2.0
1411
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2014

He is a great professor! I recommend him if you dislike chemistry he will make you like it!

4.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Nov 25, 2014

He is a good professor, and he gives extra credits.

5.0
2.0
1411
Nov 26, 2014

Great professor, very helpful will repeat if you need it, still need to go to tutoring but don't drop the class. Its worth it to stick til the end.

3.0
4.0
CHEMISTRY
Nov 26, 2014

If you are a slow learner do not take him. He is not very good at breaking down the material at all. Not matter what kind of learner you are he will go at the pace he likes to go at. Which is fast. This class made my semester super stressful.

3.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Grade: A
Nov 26, 2014

he grades lab reports and tests pretty specifically, so you need to finish all the steps in labs and write out clearly on the tests.

4.0
3.0
1411
Grade: A-
Nov 29, 2014

Very good class, if you can dedicate. you need to study if you want to do well. He usually gives us practice problems to review before every exam. There has been people telling me that they don't get what he is talking about; however you can just go ask him and he try to explain it. Study, listen, and don't waste time.

5.0
1.0
1412
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 1, 2014

I would take him again.

1.0
5.0
1411
Dec 5, 2014

Horrible class, didnt learn anything! The way he explains is not helpful at all, he just repeats the book definitions, you basically memorize how to do a problem without understanding the concept behind it he gets mad for small things, 3 test, 1 final, and labs dont give u much of a chance to bump your grade up! Im striving for my grade right now

1.0
5.0
1411
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2014

I dont understand when he gives problems to work on, how can he expect us to do those right if there is NO ANSWER KEY?? he expects you to come in person and get your answers checked? Unorganized class truly!

4.0
3.0
1411
Dec 8, 2014

he is a good teacher, passionate about his class but he the class is hard, there are no solutions to the chapter problems, and no extra credit opportunities.

3.0
3.0
1411
Dec 11, 2014

So if you take his class and don't know or remember chemistry from high school, then you will pretty much won't even get a B in his class. The way he teaches is very confusing. There will be no extra credit at all. He is very laid back and that can become problems. So if you're confident in chemistry, take him. The tests are not tricky or anything.

5.0
1.0
1411
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2014

The course it self is hard, he is nice teacher who know's his material very well. I made an A in this class even though i admit it was a little tough to make an A but overall i recommend taking him! he is helpful and understanding BIG TIME!

1.0
3.0
1411
Feb 7, 2015

He sucks. I mean there are some questions that he might just confuse you around and skip it. If you don't care about Chem at all, take him, because he is indeed easy. you won't need a textbook, that's for sure. But if you want to pursue something chemistry related, he might not be the guy for you, since he won't really answer all your question.

2.0
2.0
1411
Mar 4, 2015

He is really bad at teaching. He will definitely confuse you. He doesn't know his materials and keeps telling you to do things on your own when he can't explain a problem for you. Do not take him if you really want to learn.

1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Grade: F
Sep 23, 2015

I took his class for summer II at Felix Moralex and I hate it. First of all he goes to fast, usually writes on the board and you have to catch up what he is writing and explain at same time. Test you take in lab, and are hard. Last but not least he was rude when i went talk to him, everybody in class saw the way he talked to me. DO NOT TAKE HIM

3.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Grade: C+
May 4, 2017
Would take again

Gives reviews for his test.

Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
5.0
CHEM1305
May 4, 2017
Would take again

I don't like chemistry, but he was okay at teaching it.

3.0
5.0
CHEM3591
May 4, 2017
Would take again

he was koay

3.0
3.0
CHEM1305
May 8, 2017
Wouldn't take again

nice professor

Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
CHEM1405
May 9, 2017
Would take again

His class isn't easy if you don't put in the effort, one thing I liked about his class is that he is willing to help you understand as long as you show effort. I recommend for anyone who takes his class to take notes, study, and work on the sample test before class to better understand the material. He's pretty funny so lecture is not boring.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
CHEM1305
Grade: B+
May 11, 2017
Would take again

He cares about you passing

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Grade: A
May 11, 2017
Would take again

He gives very informing lectures, does not surprise you with quizzes. Just stay on top of labs and study hard, the tests aren't hard it just includes random things from your chapters.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Grade: B
May 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Hey often messed up or got wrong the practice problems to teach you. Was unorganized but provided all the materials,tools, and knowledge needed to pass.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
CHEM1401
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Don't skip labs cause he won't give you credit for the lab if you're absent. As long as you study for the test then you should be fine.

5.0
4.0
CHEM1405
May 11, 2017
Would take again

He's overall a great professor. If you care to pass this class, he will assist you in every way possible. But you have to work for it yourself. such as reading over lecture notes after class or reading over the textbook. He tends to confuse himself and forget things at times so beware an pay attention in class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
CHEM1305
Grade: A-
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Do you not skip class, you will get lost. Still have to teach yourself a lot though.

Tough Grader
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
2.0
CHEM1314
Grade: A
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Great professor, can get off track and confusing sometimes

TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Grade: B+
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Make sure you study the material

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
3.0
CHEM1405
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Professor asks students for questions and likes feedback, study Sample tests which are similar to exams. Kinda funny sometimes.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Jul 20, 2017
Would take again

Great Professor. His lectures were helpful and he writes everything with you on the board so it really helped because everything was written. Took him in the summer and did not regret it. He helped me achieve the grade that i wanted. He was a really nice professor and was available to help you whenever you needed him.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
CHEM1412
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2017
Would take again

Outstanding professor. Definitely makes a few mistakes once in a while but understands the material on a higher level and helps one apply the chemistry concepts to the real world by providing examples of every idea/rule he explains. Helpful, if one is willing to seek the guidance. Lastly, the professor has uncanny ability at delivering the material

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
CHEM1411
Grade: B+
Nov 4, 2017
Would take again

I took this professor over the summer and i absolutely loved his teaching! I would definitely recommend him! he's really caring and wants his students to pass if they try!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Grade: C+
May 13, 2018
Would take again

He's okay. He constantly made mistakes on the problems and students had to correct him. Be sure to get on his good side because that always helps during the labs. 4 exams + the final, just study all of the exams and you'll pass the final.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
CHEM1305
Grade: A
May 14, 2018
Would take again

Such a sweet guy and very helpful! Whenever a student would be confused about a topic, he would GLADLY re-explain everything with no complaints. Patience is something hard to find with teachers these days, but he sure has that quality. All we had were labs, 4 tests, and a final composed from previous tests.

2.0
4.0
CHEM1412
Grade: C
Aug 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He will try to make sure you pass as long as you try. His teaching method is not easy for everyone so you will have to work to understand the material. Make sure to check his grading because he seems to not grade the same for everyone. The sample test are intentionally easier than actual test (he said so himself) so study notes.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Oct 30, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Does not explain clearly. Monotone hates being asked questions, rude at times.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
5.0
CHEM1411
Grade: C+
Nov 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

If you are really but expert in Chemistry take him but if you doubt forget the idea to take him. he confuses himself when he goes over the class. got mad whenever you ask many questions about practice problems. Being honest its only lab and test the grades and the chances to pass if you are a second language is less because he is hard to understand

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CHEM1305
Grade: C
Nov 20, 2018
Would take again

Very good teacher. The subject is just very difficult.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
2.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Grade: D+
Nov 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Hes good professor, but you will need to put so much effort to pass the class

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
3.0
5.0
CHEM1405
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

You have 4 tests and 1 final (He pulls questions from previous tests for the final). I am an A student and this class was the hardest class I've ever taken. It required more studying than my anatomy & physiology class. This is because his reviews did not reflect the tests at all. If I could turn back around I wouldn't have taken him.

5.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Mozaffari is a caring professor. He explains the material very clearly and he would spend class time answering all the questions you have over the HW and doing examples. Learn from your notes and do the practice problems he posts online. He gives out a lot of partial credits. 4 tests, the final consists questions from the previous tests.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
4.0
4.0
CHEM1305
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is a good professor and you gonna have to study hard to get a good grade

Respected
Get ready to read
2.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Grade: A+
Dec 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He has no real world experience, Lectures are verbatim with passages and equations from the book with no deviation, therefore lectures are useless. If his explanations are rated from 0 to 5, I'd give a measly 2. I lost interest in his ability when he told to to fudge numbers during a experiment to get a closer rounding number to the book answer.

3.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Dec 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I took him for Chem 1405. He is a nice and funny guy. Answered all the questions that you asked. He gives the sample tests before taking the exams and pull most of the questions from the sample test. Total 4 exams and a final. If you really want to get an A grade, study all the notes from the lectures and chapters from the book.

Respected
Get ready to read
4.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

If you go to all the classes and try he will help you. The final is all of the exams.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Ended up dropping this class because I just couldnt keep teaching myself the material to pass this class. Professor Mozaffari knows what hes talking about but just isnt good at teaching it in a way that students can understand. He also isnt the most patient professor and gets frustrated when you dont understand a concept which sucks.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
CHEM1311
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Dec 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This review is for chem1311, I would not take him again, we started the class with about 26 people, by the time the 3rd test came around, only 7 people were left in the class. That's how difficult this class was, he wasn't helpful at all, couldn't ask him questions because he would get upset. He basically did not care whether we passed or not.

Get ready to read
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CHEM1305
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

He is a really good professor, respectful and he will going back and explain if you don't understand at some points. If you don't skip lectures and do all the practice problems, you should be fine

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
CHEM1405
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

This professor is amazing, I would take him again. His lectures are great and he gives you opportunities to gain more practice by practice problems and practice tests. If you have questions he will answer them for you.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
CHEM1305
Grade: B
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Do not skip class, you will miss out on important information.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
CHEM1305
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Nothing against the professor but the way he teachers is not ideal. He aint worried about whether you understand or not, hes gonna teach what he HAS to teach and thats it. Honestly worst class Ive taken.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Grade: C+
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Hes a good person, but a difficult teacher

Respected
Test heavy
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
ECON2301
Grade: Rather not say
May 2, 2019
Would take again

Tests are not similar to the review, you HAVE to read out the textbook if you want to get a good grade in the class.

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
ECON2301
Grade: Rather not say
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Have to read the Textbook to get a good grade

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
ECON2301
Grade: C+
May 2, 2019
Would take again

Read the Textbook or you will not get an A.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
ECON2301
May 2, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Need to pay attention and study a few times a week.

Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Grade: A+
May 7, 2019
Would take again

Lecture attendance not mandatory, but recommended. Lose points on labs if you aren't there for them, but almost all quick and easy to do. Goes over tons of examples and knows easier problem solving than in the book. Genuinely wants you to pass the class and willing to work around any problems. Only HW is pre-labs, which are short and easy.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
3.0
CHEM1405
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Lecture attendance not mandatory, but recommended if you would like to pass. Class is not hard if you pay attention. Reads from the book majority of the time. Lab mandatory attendance, only receive half the points for a lab if you do not show. Labs are always quick and easy. Only homework you'll ever have is Pre/post labs. Need a textbook for a A

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
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5.0
3.0
CHEM1305
Grade: B-
May 9, 2019
Would take again

Overall, hes a good teacher if you participate in the course, & show that youre trying. Hes very understanding in certain situations.

Respected
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Grade: B-
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He is a very good teacher but he can be kind of confusing but it generally depends on the type of teacher you prefer. And then I really loved being in his class. He is very caring when it comes to your grade

Gives good feedback
2.0
4.0
CHEM1305
May 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Not good

Test heavy
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
CHEM1105
Grade: B
Aug 26, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Did not go by the syllabus at all. This professor even marked some answers wrong on each assignment and when brought up 2 him he acknowledges that he made mistakes but literally says that he could've marked it worse and will not fix his wrongs. Not tech-savy so the entire class will not get his email but he will still say he sent it. Teach yourself

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
CHEM1405
Grade: B
May 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor doesn't set his students up to succeed. He assigns no homework, which sounds great at first, but suddenly becomes terrible when you realize that your entire grade is riding on your test grades essentially. He doesn't assign textbook readings, but you HAVE to read them on your own if you want to do well in class. Teach yourself...

Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
4.0
CHEM1412
Grade: A+
Jul 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Class+Lab attendance was not a grade most of the time I would be the only one to show up on the cisco meetings eventually he stopped showing up. Tests were okay lowest grade I got was a B. DO NOT buy the textbook or lab manual find a pdf. Tough grader on the labs takes points off from any little thing. His grading scale was always incorrect .

Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
CHEM1412
Grade: B
Jul 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

HORRIBLE ONLINE PROFESSOR. took him for online chemistry/lab and he was absolutely unreasonable. gets upset easily when you call him out on a mistake that HE made. he isnt very tech savvy and will give you low grades just because he doesnt know where to look for your assignments and will then accuse you of not turning it in at all.

5.0
4.0
CHEM1405
Grade: A+
Dec 18, 2021
Would take again

The instructor was outstanding because he structured the course in a way that enables students not to fall behind if they work hard. Be ready to work hard in a fast paced course to earn your grade. I read some of the flimsy & lazy comments of some students and I think it is unfair to the professor. I received prompt replies for every mail. Take Him

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
CHEM1311
Grade: D
Apr 27, 2022

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HIM!!!! Never able to have a class online because he is so bad with technology. He is very heavy on an accent so it is very hard to understand him. Always coughing as if he has something stuck in his throat which makes it even harder to understand him. His phone will 100% ring when you are in class.

2.0
5.0
CHEM1311
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2022

Overall he is an okay professor. He is very nice and sometimes funny. However, he is a tough grader. He will take away your points for a single mistake you made in your lab. Also, he is not tech-savvy so I recommend turning in your work on paper. Fact: I even don't know my final exam grade because he just publish the final grade on the system.

Tough grader
Respected
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
CHEM1412
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 14, 2024

I didn't choose this professor initially. My original professor had urgent halfway semester & this substitute took over the course. He changed everything, lectures, exams, labs, and chapters tougher. I found it hard to understand his teaching style amid the heavy workload. After 1st exam, I realized I had to withdraw before it was too late.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
1412
Grade: B-
May 10, 2024

No empathy for students expecting the student to know. Impatient, rushes his lectures Grudgingly & aggressively answers questions & so student learn be quiet during his class Students read to pass his test & not to learn. Doesnt go over his test question after marking He has said that chemistry is not meant to be easy and not meant for everyone

Tough grader
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
CHEM1412
Grade: B+
May 29, 2024
Would take again

Alot of students hated this professor, honestly those who struggled just simply did not attend his class or were always really late. If you respect him and his class he gives the same respect back. Great on communication, and the lectures were so helpful. I learned alot, just study notes from lecture and review.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Grade: Incomplete
Jun 27, 2024
Would take again

He understands chemistry, but has much to learn about computers. He would often navigate Yahoo for minutes, projecting his screen, trying to send an file to our class. You will have to print some assignments. He will make mistakes, but when he used a formula wrong (maybe once a chapter,) we would catch his mistake, which would help us stay engaged!

Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Grade: Incomplete
Jun 27, 2024
Would take again

The lectures were a little confusing, but he gave us practice problem sets when each chapter began as well as practice exams a couple days before every test. We also got formula sheets on every test. He puts bonus questions worth 10 points on each test. If you just do the problem sets and the practice exams, with help from google you'll be fine.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
5.0
CHEM14111412
Grade: C-
Aug 31, 2024

Professor Mozaffari is not a bad teacher. His lectures are quite interesting and informative. However, the exams he makes are nothing like the study guides he gives to students to practice.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Grade: B+
Dec 7, 2024
Would take again

The lectures were a bit uneven, but the practice problems and exams helped a lot. Attendance is a must. Unstuckstudy was super useful for studying alongside the textbook. Overall, a decent class if you put in the work.

5.0
1.0
CHEM1111
Grade: A
Feb 4, 2025
Would take again

He's great at teaching, I had him for lab. Grades are based on reports and the final exam. He gives you a report to fill out with all procedure instructions, so there is no need to write a whole report. Ask him questions, he will help you. The final was similar to the review. Just remember to do the prelab and be prepared to do the lab.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Respected
3.0
3.0
CHEM1412
Dec 13, 2025

He is a nice guy but he's not very good with technology and doesn't give final exam reviews. I would recommend another professor but if it was him and a professor with a lower rating than him I would recommend choosing him

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
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