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BIO233 - 5.0 rating“K is the best A&P professor I have ever had”
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He is really helpful and wants you to learn the material. The Quizzes he gives really help on what you need to learn for lab exams. Overall highly recommended!
His class is very straight forward. You move at a fast pace! Each lecture is a new chapter (two chapters a week). No quizes,no homework, 4 exams. He gives you all his lecture slides..NO NOTE TAKING :D...over all if you go to class, pay attention, and study the study guides you will do fine.
He gives you notes, study guides and tells you everything you need to know for the test. You will actually learn in his class. He was a great teacher, I would definitely recommend him.
Awesome teacher! One of the best I have ever had. Completely straight forward. Material directly from the book. Does not try to give trick questions. For the people that think long tests are bad remember they make each question worth less so it is actually to your benefit. know material on his one page study guides and you will get an A.
Excellent. This professor is true to his word. Follow his notes and you have your A. Quizes easy and test are straight forward. Very helpful professor. I enjoyed him. He truly cares about his students understanding the material. He is very kind and fare. Take him if you want to understand and get that "A". Use the lab time wisely. Great!!!
Awesome Teacher he is very helpful and is very True to his word with his tests and quizes!
Dr. Karapetian is veryyy nice! he never yells, like ever!!! he really knows what he is talking about. very knowledgeable about topic. his tests aren't too hard and he does give study guides to help out a little. he is a great professor!
The best teacher I have had while attending HFCC! I had Dr. K for both A&P 233 & 234. He truly cares about his students learning the material. You absolutely have to study to pass...no easy way out to get an A, but it's certainly obtainable. His lectures are very imformative, and he makes them easy to understand.
great teacher! very helpful! he hates when peoples cell phones go off in class so make sure to turn off your phone he will take off points but overall he was a great great teacher is always willing to help and his quizes help alot
Such a great teacher. His labs and tests goes right with lecture guides which he makes and everything in his class is multiple choice. You will truly ace this class as long as u read his lecture packets and attend all labs.
he is awesome teacher. He is very helpful and clear about his idea. His test is not hard. He always gives study materiel.
RECOMMENDED. very good teacher. easy tests with funny extra credit questions. took his class in spring and it was easy. no need to buy the book.
VERY ORGANZIED TEACHING! You know excetly what you need to study for and even gives you an outline to focus what to study for. After having him as a teacher, it is VERY difficult to go to another teacher's site of teaching! He will spoil you with his clearity!!!! Don't get me wrong you MUST STUDY!! Not an easy A, but is achieveable. Spring Class
Amazing teacher. He truly cares about the students. He gives you his powerpoints and a study guide before each test. Strict with his rules but fun in his style. Don't hesitate to register for his classes. =)
Great prof but hard, quizes are easy tests are pretty hard he tells you what will be on the exams but overall the class was prob the hardest class I took.
I think he changed his curriculm. His labs are clear but his lectures are like 3 sentences long and confusing he is not straight forward so if you can't comprehend well don't take him. He takes points off for misspelling and if u leave the lab a mess. rushes allot to.test are 100 ? on the scantron he does not go over and look for corrections.
The worst teacher I ever had in my life. He was extremely rude, unclear in lectures and really annoying about following EVERY rule in lab. I am a great student but I just did not see eye to eye with this creep! ugh I hated him! don't take him he is super hard and mean even if u do study the class is just horrible!!
He is very true to his syllabus. He gives powerpoints that are very clear. He does not really surprise you on the test. Everything is very fair. However, he is very boring and can be rude sometimes.90% of the class shows up only on test days. He thinks he is really funny, at least he has good humored jokes. Overall, I would recommend him.
I think that he was a wonderful teacher. He likes things done a certain way, because hes a young kid on the block, and thats 2 keep his class in line. I got an A, but I worked for it. Use lab wisely. go over your lecture that night or the next day. Than continue to look at your lectures everyother day. Use the study guide,he gives u the tools.
This guy gives 80-90 questions on his leture test.. would not recommend him to anyone.
VERY GOOD TEACHER IF YOU WANT TO LEARN, CLEAR AND EASY! TAKE HIM ! DONT THINK TWICE
LOVED Dr. K! I was hesitant about taking this class in the beginning due to others telling me how "hard" it would be, but he made everything crystal clear! He has a fun style of teaching, but talks very softly, so try to stay alert. I highly recommend him for any A&P class.
get ready to takle a test with 80-95 questions on each lecture
too hard had to drop couldnt keep up with the work especialy the test
I had Dr. K for 233 and 234, LOVE him. He makes sure you really understand and not just memorize the material. Attending his lectures are very helpful. A&P is not easy, you do have to study, but Dr. K makes it possible.
DR. K is a very thorough professor. His lectures are well thought out and available on Ucompass to print out. Without him, it would be really hard to fully understand the respiratory system. This is college and for the person who complained about 85-100 questions on a lecture test should get used to this. Your not in highschool any more
Great teacher very helpful print the lectures from u compass come to class and you will do fine His tests are multiple choice true and false he always encourages questions
Great Teacher. The subject was hard but he is will let you ask questions at anytime. Allows you to ask questions during tests. It's not an easy class but if you study and show that your trying, he will help you. Best Teacher I've had yet.
Best teacher in the school.
One of the best instructors I have had. Easy going and straight forward to the point that you know what you're going to get tested on. As long as y ou show up and apply yourself you should have no problems in this class.
Great teacher. The tests will be hard if you don't make it to lecture at least a couple times a week. The books are useless in this class. Save 350 dollars and just show up to lectures. The PPP's are enough to get you by if you study. Tests are 90 plus questions, but he will tell you what's on he test if you show up. Excellent teacher overall.
He is very knowledgeable; but his exams are extremely hard!! Its almost like hes trying to trick or fail people. Also, we never used the book, and you have to make your own copies of the lectures...He doesnt hand out anything. ITs your responsiblility to make tons of copies (i had to pay for them out of pocket, my copier at home is broken)
Buy a hearing aid! You cannot hear him! He speaks way too soft! HAve money put aside for copies! HE doenst provide lecture material! YOu are responsibe to make your own copies of all the lecture material! HIs exams are extremely hard! ITs like hes trying to fail people! If you are a B student, prepare to get a D! I have to retake the class!
He is a good guy but i recommend NOT taking him. He doesnt follow with the lab, Tests are incredibly hard. the texts consist of 80-100 questions in a 70min class and takes a few minutes to understand each problem. We dont use the book at all. He is very quiet and shy., So to me he isnt a very good teacher and cant explain things well
He is a good teacher for Anatomy and Physiology. If you study his lectures (Power Points), you will do good on the tests. You don't even use the book, I bought it for nothing. I got an A- but I worked for it. I highly recommend him.
He is a great teacher! He thoroughly explains everything. His grading scale is based on just exams, but if you study his powerpoints you will do fine.
He knew the material very well but it was too much to learn.. He never used the book and he wasnt on track with lab..he didnt speak up either..I wouldnt recommend him.
Great teacher, very helpful. There is a lot of material to learn but if you study and apply yourself you will be fine. End of chapter reviews in the book help a lot. Just study.
you will never need the book. never. if u go to class and print out his notes he makes available. i didn't show up to at least 2 weeks of total class and still passed with a B-. study guides are spot on and right to the point. if u want a good grade take this class
Dr. Karapetian was my lab instructor for Bio 131.. besides having good looks he really is a great instructor.. explains all material to the last detail and will repeated until everyone understands it.. easy to work with
Great teacher but his tests are a little tricky ...YOu can't pass if you dont study
my only critique would be that he's kindof a low talker. he has a thorough knowledge of A&P though, and a very personable teaching style.
Other than the fact that he is the most ADORABLE man on the planet; I loved his class. It's a tough class but he's very helpful and he knows how to teach. He gives you a study guide to help you before tests. He has been my favorite professor that I've had thus far. I'd highly recommend him! I got an A but I busted my butt for it.
Karapetian is highly knowledgeable, extremely helpful and easy to speak with, & handsome. Attend every class and you will get an "A". His slide notes are the test. The BEST instructor by far. His class is very interesting and he is humorous. Dr. K. is the GREATEST!!! I got an A+ & an A in both his BIO classes. TAKE HIM!!! No Book needed.
He is a good teacher and very smart. He knows the material and is helpful. He does talk VERY LOW so sit in the front. The only way to do good in the class is to STUDY, STUDY, STUDY. Missing even one day of class will hurt you.
Dr. Karapetian is one of the best teachers that i ever had. He knows the materials very well and he is really good at explaining it.I had him for 233 &234 and i got an A in both classes. his slideshows are very helpful so no textbook needed.but you need to study hard. His class is not borring and he got a sense of humor.Best teacher!!!
Best anatomy and physiology teacher ever and he is a very nice guy. I studied hard and got an A+! I highly suggest you take him.
AMAZING PROFESSOR! everyone should take him, extremely helpful YOU WILL LEARN YOUR ANATOMY! make sure u attend class & u will do fine on exams, took him 233 then made my schedule around his class 234
Dr. K is great. I truey loved having him for my teacher. I like him for a teacher so much I changed my whole schedule to have him for 234. This is not an easy class but he explains and supplies you with the material you need for his tests. If you study hard you will get an A. I highly recommend him for your teacher.
Great Professor, with great knowledge on the subject. I suggest you take him.
Excellent teacher he is extremely knowledgeable about biology. I would recommend him to anyone needing to take biology
For everyone who really wants to know how he is..He's cool but defintly not easy. He has 4 lab exams, 4 lecture exam (100 point values) and he even gives 5 lab quizess which are 20 points each. This is guy is nice and helpful. He provides you with powerpoints and a study guide but that only helps a little bit. He dosen't include everything that
be on the exams. This class is no joke. If you are looking to get yourself out of a+p and a tecaher that will drop your lowest exam and offer extra credit, this is not the guy to take. He is hard core for a reason he is passionte about a+p and makes you fully understand most things. If you study hard and pay attention you will do fine
80-100 questions on all exams. Made utube videos for lab this sesmester so that helped so many people. He's nice and helpful but straight foward with work. No dropping of lowest exams or extra credit. Overall if you pay attention you can pass his class. His 70% is a D, his 72% is a c so watch out. Don't think this is a easy a class or teacher
yes 80-100 questions but the study guide helps. Some of his questions are basic questions like match definations with words. t/f, all multipy choice. Hes really nice and helpful. His exams are not that terrible just pay attention and youll pass. If you want to learn take him. If you want a easy way out not him. u tube videos helped so much ppl!
Dr Karapetian is by far the best teacher I have ever had. I wish I could have him for every class I take. The thing I like about him is that even when you are looking at things at the microscopic level, he makes you understand where you are in the body and helps you understand the big picture. He is absolutely awesome in every way possible.
This guy is the best.
Dr.K is the worst professor for this class. I did go to class & I received a B+ but I do NOT recommend him! His powerpoints are a joke.Barely anything u study is on the exams.He wasn't helpful,I pulled all nighters for every exam & still struggled.He never used the book the only reason I got a B was bcuz I read the chapters even when he said not to
Dr K is a great professor. He is passionate about teaching. The power points were very helpful, and the tests are very fair. Many of us did well in both 233 and 234 with Dr K. We wish we could take him to nursing school with us so he could be our professor until we graduate!
Dr Karapetian is one of the BEST professors you'll EVER have!! He's very young and cool you'd think he's one of you lol. You'll really learn your A&P in his class while still getting an A. He makes learning so much fun and easy! He's also so hilarious and has a fun personality. He'll also help you whenever you ask him to. What more do u want?! lol
He was a very good professor, however he was kinda hard. As long as you are focused and pay attention, you'll be all set. You have to go to lecture!!
Best teacher I took at hfcc. Great person and very intelligent. This class is only hard if you make it hard. Definitely go to his lectures, he explains everything really well. Study his slides for tests.
Dr. K all the way! He's a quiet guy, but he's an epic teacher. All of the bad remarks are probably from students who bail after his lecture when you're suppose to be going over the structures in your free time. I'm enrolled in the class at the moment and love it!
This class is NOT easy! You'll have to study your ass OFF(seriously)I did & got A's in both AP.He is the BEST prof.Clear,no surprises on tests(we all hate those!)Tests are based off lecture but lects are DENSE.Put in TIME(real hrs no tv)DONT take lots of classes(lab tests KILL)record lects & PLEASE dont aim for C & enter the health field [scary!]:(
Dr. Karapetian is by far the best professor I have ever had at HFCC. He is very thorough with his teaching and extremely knowledgable in the subject. His tests are strictly from the powerpoints and lab guide. He is also very helpful and willing to go the extra mile to help his students with anything they need clarified. Would absolutely recommend.
Dr. Karapetian is probably the best professor that I have had. I have experience at the University level also, and he by far surpasses anyone I have ever had. The material is difficult, and you will need to put your time in, but Dr. K makes it a little easier. He teaches from lecture and tests from there, and somewhat avoids the textbook.
The best most caring teacher ever His lectures are very organized and his exams correspond to his lectures to the T. He writes his exams in the exact order he teaches which makes studying so much more efficient. He understands life gets in the way and tries to accommodate his students accordingly. His voice is soft but you get used to it.
Doctor Karapetian is the best! The subject is hard, but he is very good in explaining everything in depth. He will even go the extra mile to make sure we understand. He posts very helpful videos online that will guide you right through lab. The lecture exams are tough, but if you really want an A, it can happen. Highly recommended!!!
I took Dr. Karapetian for BIO 131, 233, and 234. You never need the book. Just print off his power points and take detailed notes. Very helpful, willing to go above and beyond, makes a point to tell you, you get the grade you work for. Little hard to catch him in the morning, but he's very prompt. Ask if you don't understand.
A very soft spoken man. Very precise in lectures and if you do not understand something he will help you try and understand it. The youtube videos for lab are EXTREMELY helpful. Record lectures and don't weekend cram or exams. It won't work in this class!!!!
amazing professor i was scared of this class but he is the right professor he is so helpful and very well spoken smart man
Gives a test every 8 chapters. its too much to cover. He makes the class so hard. his study guides are garbage. He needs to change his teaching methods. He needs to do tests every 2 chapters so people can actually cover the material.
Dr. K was really nice and straight forward. What people don't understand is that anatomy is a very tough course in general but his lectures aren't too bad. Just make sure you study a lot. Got straight A's on all my test just make sure you NEVER skip a lecture seriously. if you skip your pretty much done for.
Great professor, gets the material through your head in class. He's very nice and his exams are tough but not if you study lectures thoroughly and refer to the book for misconceptions.
Dr karapetian is the man. Took him for both bio 233 and 234. Material was not hard if you showed up to every class. Cares about teaching and does it the most effective way. Teaching is not a for everyone its a skill, and this guy is master. Thanks for everything dr. K
I love his enthusiasm and appreciation of the human bodyscience. He really is a thoughtful teacher and tries to make our experience the best. I usually don't take notes and learn mostly by just listening to him speak. Just a great genuine person and I always enjoy his class. Will not find a higher caliber of teacher at any bigger university.
I never post opinions. I took his class 2 years ago. No one will ever measure up to this guy- in kindness or intelligence. He was so unique on the last day of class I gave him a werthers original .He is fair and respectful. I'm in the nsg program now and I'm still listening to his lectures I recorded; not my own current teachers. UNTOUCHABLE!!!
Excellent teacher. Don't buy the book, everything comes straight out of his powerpoint notes. Don't skip any lectures or labs, recored them, take notes and study. He explained things so anyone can understand and he really wants his students to learn. You need to put in the work, but he is there if you need help.
Dr. K is very clear from the beginning he wants everyone to pass. very clear on his lecturespracticals & quizzes. he tells you exactly whats on them no need to buy textbook for his class one of my favorrite teachers so far! already registered for pt 2
One of my favorite classes ever! Never thought I would enjoy a Biology course so much, but Prof. K made it possible. His lectures are amazing; you wont need the book because the notes he provides you with are clear enough.
Hmm. Where should I start.. JUST KIDDING! Okay so seriously he is so amazing at what he does. I loved every single lecture day! Joking, I was bored at times but nonetheless, it was all worth it. He is so smart it makes you wonder& let's not mention how funny he is. Honestly, he goes through so much to help us inderstand the material. Very nice!
This man is there to teach the students. I mean all the students, no matter their religion, race, ethnicity. Doctor Karapetian really wants to see everyone succeed. His teaching style is awesome, especially when he draws pictures to help better understand human body functions
Love Dr.K great guy, great teacher. If you listen and put in an honest amount of time studying you will gain a true understanding and appreciation for the human body. He is very organized and grading is clear cut-no surprises. His own appreciation and enthusiasm for the wondrous human body makes him an awesome teacher you will remember for life.
Dr. K Is seriously amazing. Funny, very thorough, and he doesn't play games. Soft spoken. Tells you exactly what to study for the lab quizzes, and his exams are straight forward and fair. Took him for both 233 & 234, and I would definitely take him again. No games, great professor. Wants his students to succeed. And his stories are hilarious.
This was a class I also looked forward to attending. Lectures can seem long but Dr. Karapetian makes them enjoyable and easy to understand. This professor has easily been my favorite since attending Henry Ford. Always willing to help students. There are no surprises in his class everything is laid out day one.
Dr. Karapetian is an amazing teacher. He knows his material like the back of his hand. He is always willing to stop and answer questions. He lectures in terms you understand and won't go forward until everyone gets it & also funny. Go to class, take notes on power points, study & you will do great. I had him for 233234 wish he taught more classes.
I got a B with this guy, not a big fan of his teaching style, he goes off the syllabus so if you miss a day you will not know what was discussed. Thing I love about this guy, he makes the videos on you tube for the anatomy labs, which allows you to study better, those lab videos are a life saver. He is a easy going guy , speaks to low, sit close
Dr K.. Awesome Professor!!!!Super nice guy, with a great sense of humor. He has passion for teaching and will explain until everyone understands concepts. His tests are difficult if you don"t study, take notes, and listen or record lectures. He made anatomy fun!!! Wish he taught math too. Take his class if you are on the fence.
Dr. K is that professor your looking for. He's an amazing professor. He has a smart technique to when it comes to teaching. he starts from complex to simple on almost everything. if you really want to learn, He's a great teacher. If you want an easy grader, this is not the guy your looking for.
Dr. Karapetian was a great professor. From day one, he let us know how the whole semester would run (he doesn't like surprises). He makes sure you understand the material, and will go over it again if someone is confused. He wants his students to do well, and he is very intelligent! Take him if you really want to understand the subject.
take him
Amazing professor!!! He is very professional and he will help you to keep getting better. I started the class with a C- and ended with a B+, his tests aren't easy but study the power points and you will be fine. One of the best professors I have ever had!! Take him, you won't regret it!!
awesome
Awesome , make me like biology more . Helpful , he can repeat the material 100 times till u get it . Take him .
What can I say about Dr. Karapetian? One of the best instructors I have ever had. Takes 30-40 page chapters and makes it into a powerpoint. Always available during his office hours if I didn't understand anything. He's not easy but if you study the powerpoints, you should get an A.
Dr. K. is the best professor I have had at any institution. His lectures are clear and interesting, you would never want to miss a class. He grades extremely fair. All exams are from his overhead notes, lecture, no book. He is kind and very helpful. Take him for all anatomy courses. Gives A+ too! Dr. K. is the BEST EVER! Brilliant & Intelligent!hm
Great professor, you must study and work for your grade. There are lab quizzes, lab practical, and lecture exams.
His class was honestly one of my favorite classes at HFC. His lectures are interesting and so helpful. He was willing to help students in any way he can. His lecture exams were a little tough, but if you study his lecture PowerPoints and pay attention in class, you will pass them. Lab was easy as well if you put the time and effort to study.
This professor is the best i have ever had. He makes the subject easy to understand. The most interesting class I have ever taken. TAKE HIM!!!!!!!!!!
Nice professor & good teacher but don't listen to the people below. I, along with many other students, were not fans of the teaching style. There are 4 lecture exams that range from 85-90 questions, 3 lab exams that are around 75 questions each, and about 10 quizzes. Oh yeah no curve. Prepare to earn your grade. This is not your average bio course
I love Dr. Karapetian but his class could be so much better with a few minor adjustments. Lecture exams should definitely include a couple extra credit questions, considering they're 90 questions long. I also found the reading quizzes very pointless. They were no benefit at all. I prefer Dr. Kisabeths teaching style over Dr. Karapetian.
Love Dr. Karapetian! I must agree, the class was a bit difficult for myself & the students below but thats because it was taken in the spring so we had to learn 14/15 weeks of material in half the time. You'll do great with Karapetian, but I highly recommend not taking any other courses if you take this in the spring/summer.
Best Biology professor out there. He's very respectful. He's clearly very passionate about the subject and does a great job teaching it. I found his lectures very interesting and enjoyed every one of them as he shows great enthusiasm and he's also very funny. Exams are not bad if you attend lectures. Do NOT take A&P with other than this guy.
Overall, he was ok. I studied really hard and got a B+. If you want an easy A, do not take. His tests are not easy; a lot of true and false.
Really passionate about his job.. he makes anatomy and physiology really easy to understand and fun to.. however tests can be difficult alot of true and false and studying the notes can be a huge factor in how u do.. and is also very strict about cell phone use and cheating so be prepared.. also no curve.. so prepare to earn ur grade not an easy A
Such a good professor for such an overwhelming class!
Dr. K is one of the hardest professors I've ever had. I've been a straight A student my whole life and I study non stop. He does not go over what's going to be on his exams and he is disrespectful when you ask him questions, he tries to make everyone feel inferior to him & that he is great bc he has a Ph.D...... very disappointed
Dr. Karapetian is an amazing teacher. He makes all the info super easy to understand. He makes class fun and enjoyable. However, the tests are a lot. They are generally around 70 questions. It requires loads of studying, but as long as you understand the material you should be fine. I'd definitely recommend him.
It suprises me how some students put in false comments about professors! Dr.K repects each and every student even the ones who ask silly questions! he simplifies the lecture as much as he can but A & P is not an easy class, he is a fair grader and does not favor anyone, he is always ready to answer questions and repeat explanation over and over.
Here is the TRUTH about Dr. Karapetian. The key aspect of this class is actually attending lecture, he avoids the book! Coming to class is your first step in actually performing well. You cannot rely on the PowerPoint alone, because he may explain examples or highlight key terms that will appear on the exam.
Dr. Karapetian is absolutely outstanding!! A & P is all in all is a very difficult class and it requires EFFORT. He explains everything so well, if you pay attention and study, you will do well. The class in general overall is NOT an easy A, but Dr. K helps understanding all the concepts!! That's the truth.
Dr. K is a really nice guy overall and his lectures are fine, he explains everything thoroughly in lab but does give a lot of quizzes in lab, I've completed the LPN nursing program and have taken the Nclex and to me his tests are a lot harder than both, in my opinion, he's extreme, his expectations are way higher, I would rather take Dr. Kisabeth
Dr. K is an outstanding professor. His way of explaining things makes everything easier for students to understand. He wants each student of his to succeed. Record his lectures and print the Power Points he provides you with. He makes sure all of students understand what's going on. His jokes are the highlight of lecture. Thank you, Dr. K!
Dr. K is one of the most passionate teachers at HFC! You can really tell he loves his job and makes it his goal for you to succeed. Grading is clear cut and no exceptions are made. He even allows early college students to attend other lectures if you miss one due to SAT or other testing that interferers. Everything is based on his lectures!
Dr. K is an awesome teacher. He is super organized and creates his own notes and lectures. I wouldn't recommend skipping the lectures in this class as they are really helpful. He's also really funny and is a great lab teacher too.
Dr Karapetian is such an amazing teacher. He truly knows the material and has no problem explaining it to you if you don't understand. His exams are based off of his lectures, so make sure you attend most of his lectures. He is a really funny and personable teacher. He is always available during his office hours. I'd definitely give him a 10/10!
This professor really cares about his job and is a great teacher. The class is hard and not at all an easy A. if you attend lectures, record, take notes, pay attention, and study to understand you will do fine. Lab is also alot easier if you remember tips and hints given to you and spend a little extra time with the models.
During lecture, he goes through each of his powerpoints and really explains each concept to the point where you could teach the class instead. He's an amazing teacher and is hilarious. If you study the powerpoints (like a crazy person) for each unit, you will pass his unit exams. I would not take BIO 233 with anyone else.
Skip this teacher he is not caring makes tests very hard. Does not meet with you if you ever have any problems with understanding the material. Just reads what's in the powerpoint without explaining it in more details.
Good professor his notes are online and if you read them and understand them you will pass with no problem easy quizzes and easy lab
Seriously such an amazing teacher! I will only take anatomy with him. He's so laid back and caring. If you need to go over anything or need extra help he is always willing to! Quizzes are a piece of cake if you study, tests are a bit challenging but if you study hard you will pass this lab part of the class. His videos on youtube help out a lot!
Dr. K is absolutely brilliant. it's a privilege to learn from him. Study the powerpoints & record the lectures, study the powerpoints and your notes every chance you get and you will do fine. If you don't understand something, he is always willing to help. Excellent, intelligent, caring and passionate teacher who has made A&P my favorite class.
Students are graded only on tests and quizzes. Dr. K. is very respected in the classroom and willing to answer any questions. He is very knowledgeable on the subject. However, you really have to study to get good grades and I find his recommended way of note-taking to be ineffective. Also, he thinks he is very funny, but he is not.
Go to class, record his lectures, and read his powerpoint slides. He'll go over something twice if the class doesn't understand it. His lab exams and quizzes are so easy. Some of the questions on his exams are a bit tricky, but just study ahead of time! Overall, this professor is cool.
He so great! Very good at explaining lectures. All u need is to print up the PowerPoint and take notes in class. Record his lectures and study them at home. All u need is a few days of memorizing the lectures before the exam and you will get an A. Does not use the book all exams are based off of lectures! Hes super easy in lab too!
I absolutely love this teacher I have never had a teacher that actually helped me understand Bio the way he does. He will make sure you understand the material and how the body works Record his lectures print out his power points & you will do good! Hoping to get him for Bio-234. Cant be that bad his classes for next semester filled up in 2 days!
I only took him for lab but God he's the man. I still have no idea how to say his name. He helps you if you need it. I don't get why people are saying he doesn't care about his students it's the exact opposite. He jokes around all the time. His quizzes are easy and he tells you whats on them. YOU HAVE TO PUT IN TIME AND WORK TO PASS THE LAB EXAMS.
Dr. K is the best A&P professor I have ever had! On day one he goes over the syllabus in full detail (content, grading, etc.). The grade is based on 4 lecture exams, 3 lab practicals, and 5 lab quizzes. For the most part, his tests are easy if you study, and he tells you exactly what to focus on. I have never had such a caring teacher as him.
Amazing man! Gives great lectures, actually teaches and devotes his time to you in lab and is always available to help. His exams can be hard but he gives you everything you need to ace them. Beware the wording on the questions. Get a lecture down before you attend the next to stay on top of it.
He is an amazing teacher who really cares about you learning and doing well in his class. The lecture exams can be pretty difficult but if you record all his lectures and use that to study plus the slides you shall do fine. The lab practicals are not bad, study and you will do well. He is always available to help you in lecture or lab.
One of the best professors out there if I could take his class again I would. He is very caring, understanding and will gladly help you with lectures and labs. He is also really funny.
By far the best professor! He is fair and clear on what he expects. If you pay attention you can pay his class. If you listen and learn the concepts you will get an A. The homework is STUDY that simple. No assignments just quizzes, practicals and exams. These are planned no surprises. You can record the lectures. If you fail that is on you!
Best professor I have ever encountered. He makes the material very compelling to learn and introduces you to a new perspective of the human body. His exams are a reflection of his lectures. He allows you to record and i highly recommend doing so. Lab quizzes and practical are as to be expected. As for both, study hard and you will do great! S
Dr. Karapetian is by far my favorite professor. He is very organized with his lectures and is clear about what is going to be on the exams. Always willing to go back over tricky concepts to help everyone understand.
This guy is crazy brilliant! He is caring, clear, and gives you everything you need for an A+. Super compassionate, and makes learning easy and fun. Star what he says to, review your lectures after each class and record. I had him for a year and I already miss him! Effort required. He is a very talented teacher. Tests are tricky but doable!
My favorite teacher of all time!! He is very caring and kind. He teaches the material very well. Takes his time with everything. His lectures are super fun and he is very funny. You never get bored in his class
Honestly, you just have to memorize the information on his PowerPoints to do well. Literally, just sit there and memorize the slides and you get an A on exams. Personally, I received an A+ in his course but he is actually really rude as an instructor. When I visited him during OH, he would neglect my questions. :( And he told me to stop asking Q's.
My FAVORITE professor of ALL TIME. Hes truly a genius and the information Ive learned in class has truly stuck with me. Dr. Karapetian is very helpful and has office hours 4 days a week, which Ive been to and hes been extremely helpful, so Im not sure what other reviewers are talking about. Go to class, listen, and get an A. Bonus, hes funny!
Wonderful professor! He is very clear in what he expects and makes sure to explain everything in detail. He is not condescending if you have any questions and really thinks of the students a lot. He is very helpful and reviews the material too, but be sure to listen! This class can seem kind of intimidating but he tries to make it easier for you!
The best professor I've ever had by far. He is really funny and the lectures are interesting. This class was amazing with his help, I wish he taught all of my other classes. However, I will say that Bio id a pretty tough class, so, STUDY! However, he will try his best to make it as easy as possible. I definitely recommend him to anyone taking bio.
Mr. Karapetian is a nice dude with good lectures , easy class.
generally easy class and very nice guy. very informative
Dr. Karapetian is probably the best professor at HFC. He is so amazing, gives no hw and is so caring. Everything in his class is straight forward and there are no surprise quizzes. He makes lab super easy and gives a lot of time in it to study. Im taking him for 234 this semester because I dont want any one else to teach me this material. 10/10
A GREAT professor. He is very intelligent, yet he explains things in a way where it is very easy to understand. The most caring professor that I have ever had. Just study and don't be lazy, and you'll pass.
Very hardcore teacher, but actually teaches the subject. He makes his own exams, which can be difficult but never too unreasonable because he teaches everything that is going to be in it; unlike most science profs at HFC, I would say this one is respectable, teaches, & helps you learn & comprehend. You dont really use the textbook, just his slides
You will work for your grade, lectures are sometimes hard to understand and the lab is pretty easy. There weren't many teachers that are good for bio he is probably the couple bio teachers that are decent. His study guides are useless. As a person, he is really nice.
Anatomy is a tough class. Lecture exams are really hard but lab is much easier. Dont buy the book. All you use are powerpoint slides and his online youtube videos for lab. I wish he could make lecture a little easier but he is a very respectable and nice professor. He doesnt make you feel stupid when asking questions unlike other professors.
He takes his time teaching, Also all of his Powerpoints are the exam! He really makes you Love medicine and helps you grasp the knowledge using real like Scenarios that relate to you. He has been the best teacher i have taken hands down
Great teacher very clear in whats expected in the course. Always willing to answer questions and doesn't make you feel stupid. The best teacher I have had while in college.
Explains things very clearly and always open for questions if you dont understand. Genuinely wants everyone to pass and uses a lot of real life examples to make things easier to remember. Always open to people coming to him for extra help if they need better explanations on things. He really makes a hard subject, a lot easier to understand
Dr. Karapetian is an amazing biology professor. He genuinely cares about making sure his students understand the material and is more than happy to go over models and material until the student is satisfied. I only had him for lab, but he honestly made class so fun and interesting. If you're given the chance to take him, it'd be foolish not to.
Best teacher out there. This man needs some type of Noble Prize. He's absolutely amazing. Super understanding and knows how to relate to you. He really cares about each individual student and tries his best to have each and everyone one of them pass. His tests are straight forward. He'll tell you that everything is fair game, which it is.
He explains things in ways that make sense for a bio class. He is a bit awkward, but once you get to know him he will open up and start showing who he truly is. I definitely wouldn't have received an A if it wasn't for him, after going over things for the whole class, he will go over it again and again until you understand! Best teacher ever!
Cant lie to you, Bio 233 is a tough class. Surprised? I hope not. Dr. Karapetian is by far the best science teacher I have ever had. He is a genuine person and extremely knowledgeable. He will curve tests if students tended to miss a question. I cant think of anyone who disliked him in my class. Dont buy the textbook. Take. This. Professor.
Best biology professor I've ever had!! He's extremely helpful if you have a question or need help in the course and never easy to talk to. Anatomy & Physiology is a hard course no matter the teacher but he makes it easier to understand. Lecture exams are much harder than lab but if you put a few days in to study you'll be set.
Don't hesitate! Made anatomy so much fun and easy. Great for lecture and lab!
Dr. K is one of the best professors I've ever had. he was great about explaining difficult concepts in a way most students could understand. I liked the way Dr. K taught the course with enthusiasm every day and kept every student engaged in the class. his lab was so much fun and if you study well you'll pass his exams with an A.
He is an awesome professor. He test on exactly what he lectures on, if you don't pass this class its because you didn't attend classes or didn't study
Literally amazing. You need to attend lecture to pass. Take notes, and just pay attention tbh. Took him for two semesters and got only TWO homework assignments. Hes clear and concise, and explains everything well. I would sit through these classes again a hundred times if every teacher I had was as good as he was
Dr. Karapetian is a very professional and respectful instructor. He is helpful and intentional about wanting everybody to succeed in his class. Of course though you have to put in the work to pass, but he is always there to help out if you are struggling. You have to be willing to open up and ask for it! But overall he made A&P very interesting.
Given this class was online due to COVID, he was very considerate. He made the information relatable and threw in a few jokes as well. As long as you study, you passed... pretty straightforward and fair grading. You dont need the lecture book.
Dr. Karapetian has been accessible and willing to help throughout the entire semester. He has been willing to answer with any question I have had and help go over anything I have needed. This is all online so learning the models has been a little more difficult than normal, but his videos are thorough and if you study fro the lectures youll do fine
Dr. Karapentian is an awesome professor, If you are needing any additional explanation he is always available. He definitely is someone I trust to go to for just about anything. He will tell you what you really need to pay attention to in the lectures. He is genuine and his excitement for the subject matter he teaches does rub off on to us.
Hes a amazing professor! He responds quickly to emails and is very generous. Lecture exams are based off his PPs. Hes very precise and go in depth when he lectures, its impossible not to understand. He is a fair grader and gives lab quizzes every other week! Lab exams and quizzes are a breeze as long as you study. If you study youll pass!
Genuinely one of the best professors Ive ever had. His exams questions are taken directly from his lectures I used the textbook maybe twice the entire semester. Lectures are amazing and he takes the time to explain difficult topics. He offers free point questions on exams like Prof. Karapetian loves bio 234 true or false? Overall amazing
easily accessible outside of class and very nice. I would def take him again.
He is a great lecturer, the content is easy to follow and understand. He gives you everything you need to succeed. He is very knowledgable and works with you to make sure you understand the content. Would 100% take a class with him again. All tests are based off lectures, and he makes sure he emphasizes items that are going to be on the test.
I had him as a lab professor. One of the best professors at Henry Ford. He wants you to succeed. Again, show up, study material. If you do what youre supposed to its impossible to fail!
Dr. K has a lab book that is nothing less than perfect for his class. He has a lab book for 233 and 234, his lab book is the models that are used in the class. If you watch the videos he has created and get his lab book there is now way you're going to fail unless you just don't put work in. He is helpful, funny, and kind. I love this professor
Dr. K is a great prof!! Get his lab manual and the supplement. One thing that really helped me was to get a clear page protector and place it over the unlabeled pictures in the supplement and use dry erase markers to test myself before the exam. Dr. K truly cares about the success of his students! He is approachable and available for help-just ask!
I don't know how you could fail his class unless you aren't putting in the work. His exams and practicals are very straightforward. Extra credit on every test. His lectures are direct and easy to understand. Lab book is perfect and his youtube is helpful. He's hilarious and kind to his students. He doesn't overcomplicate this course. Take him.
This professor is one of the best i've ever taken. He really cares about his students and really wants you to succeed. He makes sure that all his students understand the material and if they need help he is very available to help. You have all the material to do very well in his class if you show up and participate. Great class!!
The best teacher ever he really cares about his students and cares that they actually learn. His tests always have extra credit and are actually based of his lectures. Think Phil Dunphy but smart. Get his lab manual and don't miss class that will guarantee you pass.
He's understanding and an amazing lecturer. His tests are straight from the notes. Just listen to lecture and you'll pass. You can tell he tries his best and is always there to answer questions. He provides drawings to help you learn and slows down during harder lectures. Everything is set straight in the beginning and the semester goes smoothly.
He was a very good teacher for Bio -233 and 234. He helped me understand lots of difficult material and he made learning fun.
Awesome professor! He actually cares if you're not understanding something and all his PowerPoints are exactly on what is on his tests. I took him during COVID, but he was a great professor
Dr K is a really nice guy. However he is too soft spoken. A&P is hard enough, I kind of need to hear what you're saying. I don't really like his teaching style. I feel he just reads through the power points with little enthusiasm. If you want a professor who sits at the desk quietly lecturing you, by all means, go for it. Ms. Serfas teaches better!
Dr K is the best!! If you to pass anatomy take his class. His lectures are very detailed and he is great at teaching them in an interesting (not boring) way. He is very caring and will always help you with any questions you have. Probably my favorite professor at HFC.
Great Professor. He is kind of light-spoken. The lectures were a bit heavy. If you don't study the lectures a few times a week you won't get an A. The lab was much better. There were around 85-90 questions on the lecture and lab exams. He was great but there was too much information for you to just scan over it. Overall it was a good class.
My computer broke during an online Exam and when trying to redo the test he told me he wouldn't allow making up the test I started. He takes his community college job way too serious... it caused me to not get the grade I needed in the class btw.
Professor K is a fantastic teacher - his lectures are engaging and he genuinely cares about student success. While the material is dense, using Unstuck ai along with the provided resources helped me grasp the concepts. Attendance is a must, but the effort pays off with a solid understanding of the content.
He is a nice teacher. He cares a lot about the success of every student in his class. There is a lot of concept to understand and TONS of memorizing, especially lab, but he would help as much as he could.
He is such a great professor . I enjoy coming to his lectures he is so knowledgeable and engaging. He writes his test from text in his slides.If you don't understand something in lecture he will go over it until you do. Also, if you are struggle with lab you can watch his YouTube where he goes over the anatomy. Don't buy textbook fyi
Dr. K is an amazing professor. His lectures are clear and if you take the time to really understand and learn the material, this class will be much easier. All anatomy classes are hard but Dr. K will answer any question you have and and help you understand the material better as well as go over the whole unit the class before an exam.
He is the best teacher ever. He listens to his students and will try any way to make the class easier and more understandable. He wants his students to succeed. Don't take anyone but Professor Gregory
Best professor ever. If I could take every class with him I would. He genuinely cares about your learning and understanding of the material. He made anatomy fascinating. His lectures are pretty entertaining and very helpful. All exams are made up of exactly what he teaches in lecture, no surprises. I can't recommend him enough!!
This professor sets his students up for failure. Every single exam question is a trick question and horribly formatted. He has a big ego. His exams are so heavy, expect 86 to 100 questions. After a heavy lecture exam, you'll then take a lab quiz right after. Although this is a biology class, prepare to write essays every two weeks.
Dr. Karpetian is an excellent Professor on this course. He really cared about our understanding of each subject. I never had to cram for an exam because he explained it well during his lectures. He is very approachable and made a difficult subject fun to learn about! I didn't use the school textbook, only the lab manual. He makes his own curriculum
I had Dr.K for both bio 233 and 234. He constantly clarifies questions we may have, and talks to his students without feeling dismissive. All the lecture exams comes straight from his lectures making it easy to focus on. He's very down to earth, has a sense of humor, and such a kind soul.I wouldn't recommend anyone else to take this course.
bro everyone that rated him lied on my life. He literally just reads off his stupid slides. never goes into detail. and is so quite bro speak up my goodness. if u decide to take him stupid everyday because he is no joke. and his slides THEY DONT FRICKING EXPLAIN ANYTHING BRO MAKE IT MAKE SENSE OMG NOW I HAVE TO REATKE THIS STUPID CLASS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
he is one of my favorite professors and truly does care about his students. as long as you STUDY and ask questions, you will pass.
Professors Karpetain, one of the best professor I've ever had. He would do anything for you to pass
Professor Karapetian is such a good professor, he makes it so easy to understand what we're learning about. Everything on the exams are mentioned from his lectures and slides. Also you do get assignments and discussion boards, overall I would definitely recommend him, you'll actually learn and understand what he's teaching to pass.
I had hope for this class.worst class ever honestly, just reads off slides only good thing is everything is in the syllabus so there isn't surprises. test every week.he seems so miserable in lecture and if u love an energetic welcoming teacher then don't take him or else your teaching yourself everything.he goes through 2 lessons in one day.
i wouldnt take him again hes lowkey rlly shady and omg his lecture exam questions felt like riddles his lab exams were pretty easy just use purpose game you can tell he favors some students and ive seen him give an answer or two to the ppl he favors if u plan on taking him STUDY EVERY NIGHT FOR LECTURE
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