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Sometimes can be a little hard to understand due to his accent, but is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his field.
Can be very tough, but he knows his stuff!
He sounds to me like Jackie Chan, so it's like having Jackie Chan teaching this class. He has Jackie's personality and voice.
If you want to know the material, Dr. Vu is it. Very helpful with his students. You will leave the class at the end of the semester very knowledgeable. He's great.
Excellent instructor, knows his stuff, and is sexy to boot!
BEST professor ever!! he never gets boring.. i LOVED his class.. he teaches with powerpoint n makes a copy of it for each student.. he gives MAJOR curves on the test--avg of about 14 pts.. overall, i RECOMMEND him!! take him if u can
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If you don't know anatomy & physiology before, you will at the end of the semester, or you'll fail. He's a smart guy as well.
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Great, great teacher. Lots of fun and very nice. He is not the easiest teacher in the world but he will help you with what ever you need. Spend time in the SLC with Mr. Nguyen and you will do just fine. There is no such thing as an easy a&p teacher. Why not just have fun with Mr. Vu and some something.
AWESOME teacher! Not the easiest, but he gets the point across. He's even funny in a cheezy kind of way. He's GREAT!
He's great.Very helpful. You will love his class for sure.
This is a difficult class and Dr. Vu makes you work hard for a decent grade. His tests are very difficult, and I felt like they were tricky at times. However, his lectures and powerpoints are clear and concise, and you can do well if you study hard. I really liked his class, and I learned a lot. Dr.Vu is also very approachable and helpful.
I took part I/II in the summer. Although it was fun it was not easy! Dr. Vu is entertaining but he wants to make sure you LEARN, and not memorize the material.
This class is a very challenging class! Dr. Vu is very funny and a great teacher but dont come inot his class not expecting to workyour butt off. To me i feel its a self teach class so if you need things to be explained to you really well dont show, also be prepared to study ALOT!
He is not an easy teacher. His tests are very tricky so you better know your stuff. He does give curves on all his tests. He does not give extra credit. He takes off for spelling. He is funny at times and keeps the class entertained. He will help when you need it. Lab tests are timed, 30 sec to answer. No word bank or multiple choice.He is tough.
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If you like studying so hard your dendrites explode and your axons sizzle, this is the class for you. If you need a few neurons left to study for other classes, skip Dr Vu. He's a nice guy, but you will wish you had used your brain cells a little more wisely.
Dr. Vu is the best if you study hard and are willing to put forth your best effort. He is the best preparation if you are thinking of applying to nursing school at TCC. I had him for AP 1 & 2 and would take more classes with him if I could. If you get his class, consider yourself very lucky!
i like that he explains everything good his notes are very detailed,but exams are extremely hard
Dr. Vu is one of the most interesting profs I ever had. He was hard to please, but made me want to excel! I think what I learned in his class put me light years ahead of where I would have been with another teacher. if you're not very smart or hard working, take class with someone else.
TAKE HIM! Even if his tests are hard, you will love him! If you go to class his tests are not even that hard! AMAZING CLASS!
Dr. Vu just posted grades for our 1st A&PII exam. I went into the exam feeling well prepared, and walked out thinking I bombed it. Evidently, he is an even better teacher than I thought, because I ended up getting a very high A (with a curve, but I'm still OK with that!!) He is a fantastic instructor who loves what he teaches. Take him!!
Dr. Vu is by far the best teacher I have ever had. I took him for A&P I and II, and I am certain that he has taught me more than any other A&P professor at TCC could ever dream of teaching. He knows what he is talking about, and his passion for the subject shines with everything he says! TAKE HIM! Not taking him would be a disservice to yourself!
Great teacher the best at TCC. He is challenging but you will learn A&P and have fun while doing it. I have taken many classes (working on my second degree) and Dr Vu is in the top 5 of the best teachers I have taken.
A&P I online. The MOST difficult course I've ever taken. This online course moves faster and covers more material than his normal lecture class. Only SERIOUS students should even attempt if you are looking for an "A". He did grade on a curve, but if you have an exceptional student in your class, as we did, the curve is non-exsistant.
His lec tests are very hard, but his lab tests are straightforward. I hated how hard his class was, but afterwards, I was thankful b/c it made my other science classes much easier b/c I learned so much in his class. I barely got an A, but I learned a lot. He is not an easy A, but you will learn a lot. And he is very helpful if you need it.
HArd exams.. no quizzes! no extra credit!don't take him if you want an A.. take him if you want to understand the material! he's an amazing person and really funny..
His class is very hard. I had him for lecture&lab. I worked as hard as I could and managed a "B". He is such a nice guy and really wants you to learn the stuff, but his tests are extremely difficult (you HAVE to know the material front and back!). If you want to really learn, take his class! If your serious about nursing/healthcare, take him!
Took online A&P class. VERY tough class! He says his online class is easier than his on-campus class, but his exams are some of the toughest around-hence the curve given for every test. His tests are based on Powerpoints & online lec notes. A very hard fought "B" I earned.
Excellent instructor. Excellent class attendance, undivided attention, consistency in reading and group studying are key ingredients in passing Vu's exams.
Great teacher! He really knows how to explain everything. However, he doesnt go easy on you. He expects you to know everything in Anatomy and Physiology!!! I am a nursing major and I have to know Anatomy and Physiology back and forth. He always has your attention and attendance is a MUST! I work extremely hard and got an "A"
Dr. Vu will provide you with the best education for your money. Only hardworking, badass smarties need apply if u dont know your stuff he will wipe the floor with you. But if your up for a challenge that will ensure you know anatomy take him. Class isnt too bad if u dont mind a low grade.
slakers don't even think about. This is a very hard class, but you will learn a lot. He gets real excited while teaching and will start to speak fas....please keep up test are no joke
His tests are comprehensive, and you must apply the knowledge you've learned. It helps so much if you actually read the chapters beforehand. No quizzes and no extra credit. Attend his lectures much as you can, and don't give up!! Taking his class will benefit you! His lectures are also entertaining.
Dr. Vu is MIT/Harvard material. His lecture is interesting and entertaining. He makes you want to come to class, and learn. The catch...his exams are extremely difficult despite being multiple-choice. I would still highly recommend him. I took him for AP1 and made a hard fought A. I am currently taking him for AP2.
I had to drop his class this semester because it was very hard and I didn't prepare properly. But he is a very good teacher. His lectures are very entertaining and he cares about all of his students and their grades. Studying everyday is a must. Take him if you want to learn something!
Excellent teacher, very smart, makes classes fun, will definitely learn alot,If you don't have a problem with accents hes the one for you. But be advised this is not a class you can slack off, His tests are extremely hard, I unfortunately had to drop the course was too overwhelmed. He gives no extra credit.
Dr. Vu is a outstanding teacher. He is not that hard, you do need to come to class and study though. I learned a lot from his class! I took AP1 with Vu and AP2 with Adams at the same time. Dr Adam is nice and EASY bc i didn't learn anything at all. I'll recommend Vu to anyone.
He is a tuff teacher but if you going to be in the medical field you have to know everything about it or it could cost someone thier life. Hard Class, but its college time to grow up..
He is a very hard teacher, but you learn a lot. You have to devote a lot of time to study but if you read the book and go to all of his lectures you will do fine. Almost half of our class dropped by the second test. I just finished A&P1 with him and am taking him for A&P 2. He's hard but worth the learning you get from him.
Good teacher, gives curves on all his tests. If your dedicated you should do extremely well. Study hard though!
Dr. Vu is great,his class is very hard. I have learned a lot and hope to take him for A&PII. I know that it will be challenging and I will need to work very hard study from notes.
GREAT TEACHER BUT HARD MUST GO TO CLASS TO PASS HAS SENSE OF HUMOR
Very interesting, very hard, exam is even harder, very nice, very clear, very humorous
I took his A&P1 class last Spring and I am finally over my acute case of Vu-itis! He is great, he will help you when you need it. Funny! If you are entering into the Nursing field, you should do really well on the TEAS test if you learn the materials he teaches~
Dr. Vu, is extremely hard, he talks fast, and he twist the test around and makes it difficult to choose the correct answer. I do not recommend anyone to take this class, we're not in medical school, No but he makes things more difficult than it should be
Awesome teacher. He is passionate about what he does, and enjoys watching and helping you to learn all aspects of AP thoroughly. Many teachers loose their passion. Be happy that you have him! Your head might hurt, but you will leave knowing more than you ever thought you would. This is an actual college course. You study and earn your A! Grow up.
EXCELLENT PROFESSOR YES HE IS VERY DIFFICULT BUT WHAT DO YOU GUYS THINK WHEN YOU GET TO NURSING SCHOOL? ITS GONNA BE EVEN HARDER,SO HE PREPARES YOU IN THE BEST WAY YOU WILL LEARN SOOOO MUCH!!! NOT AN EASY A YOU HAFT TO BUST YOUR BUTT AND TESTS ARE TRICKY SO GOOD LUCK
Dr. Vu has a bad reputation, but he is amazing. I had him for lecture, not lab. People think they can just show up and get an A? Get a life. If you study his power point slides and pay attention in class, you can do well. He is funny and keeps the class entertained. This is a college class, he's not going to hold your hand. Expect a challenge.
OK HE IS NOT AS DIFFICULT AS PEOPLE MAKE IT SOUND. YES HE IS HARD, BUT HE IS TEACHING A HARD SUBJECT. I HAVE A JOB AND A FAMILY AND I DID GOOD IN HIS CLASS. HE TELLS YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW, YOU JUST HAVE TO MAKE THE EFFORT AND STUDY HARD AND YOU WILL DO FINE. I TOOK HIM FOR A&P 1 AND 2. I REALLY RECOMMEND HIM
great teacher just be sure and study you will learn alot from him but be prepare to study exams are no walk in the park
he is one of the best science teachers I've ever had. He expects a lot from his students and challenges everyone. has extremely difficult exams, but does allow a grade curve. don't take him if you're not willing to study, but if you're taking A&P to get into nursing, he will prepare you well.
if you want to go on and become a doctor, take him b/c you will need the detail info. but just to get good grade and have AA or tech. degree...NO. He is way too difficult and teach at too high level for most of the student goal. If a nure has to fig. out the tricky answer like his test, the patient is...dead!
He is Doctor but teaching in College at Arlington and he's living in Allen (60 miles far away). What do you think? What is he can do?
He is a very good teacher! He actually cares about the students understanding and will stop wherever he's gotten to in class, not pressuring following the syllabus like most teachers. He teaches DIRECTLY from powerpoint (NOT BOOK) which is good so that all u have to study is what he teaches in class not all the details the book uses!
I absolutely LOVE Dr. Vu's class. They told me he was hard and he was. However, I remember A LOT from his class which is important if you are entering the medical field. I would take it again! Oh yeah, I do suggest that you take the same teacher for lecture and lab. It will make it easier for you.
I took Dr. Vu for A&P he is an Awesome prof, really nice, funny and goofy guy, but he is hard, u have to study alot, test are really hard but he gives good curves. He makes class fun and interesting
Dr. Vu is a great teacher he teach A&P with passion. You'll learn a lot from his class. He makes the class and lab really fun. But his test is very tricky (critical thinking) and its hard if you didnt study or listen to his class most of his questions are based from his lecture/power point but he gives good curves.
i had Dr. Vu for A&p 1and2. he is an awesome teacher. he is very hard tho but u get a lot of knowledge out of his class. he is very funny and won't hesitate to stop if u need help or have any questions. i definitely recommend him
You learn alot and as long as your lab grade is high and you do the research project you will pass but the test are very hard and you have to KNOW the information it is helpful to have him for lab and lec both
AWESOME teacher! Learned a lot! Dont expect to memorize definitions, you need to know the material as a 3D figure (inside & out, top to bottom). B/c he'll twist his test ?s and answers and make it critically challenging if you don't know it completely. If you put in the time & effort to study, you'll do well. Great teacher if youre willing to learn
You learn alot and as long as your lab grade is high and you do the research project you will pass but the test are very hard it is helpful to have him for lab and lec both
He is a very helpful teacher you will learn alot but you got to go the class
Took online class, received a B. Everything is set out for you 3 chapters every 2 weeks, Tests at the campus. Do a 1 discussion board for all 3 chapters including reply to another student. Reply to Email fast. Online was easier to me than the class. Took lab at campus. Nikki Goines.
Excellent teacher, hope to take him again for AP II! Interesting lectures, thorough information. I totally recommend his classes!
He's AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!! Dr Vu rocks!!!!!!!!!! His tests are extremely tricky and difficult, but if you do it, you will be very proud of yourself. At the beginning of class, there are 45 students, but at the final exams, that number fell down to 23. Surely Dr Vu's class is not for normal people. But I got an A :)
This man is brilliant! Dr. Vu is very knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile to help out any student. Awesome class, and awesome professor. He makes the material fun and memorable, just be sure to study!
I took Dr. Vu for A&P 1&2 lecture. I love his style of teaching. He asks questions in class that force you to understand the material. His tests are very tricky but If you study the powerpoint, you can make an A. He gives amazing curves...first test was 23 points. People should respect his knowledge and stop complaining.
Very knowledgeable & has great sense of humor. Tests are hard, but if you read the chapters & attend the class, you can make a A. Dr. Vu makes the class very interesting. This is an excellent professor that will prepare you very well for Nursing school. I highly recommend to take A & P with him.
Very great guy. Will prepare students very well for Nursing program. Very proud to have you as a Vietnamese professor. Keep it up, Dr. Vu; T.C.C is very lucky to have you!!! I'll recommend everybody to take your classes.
I took Dr Vu for both A&P 1 & 2. I worked hard and earned an A in both classes. I am now in the TCC Nursing program and can say that how you do in his class is how you will do on the Nursing tests. His tests are similiar to the Nursing tests. Everything you learn in his class you WILL need to know in nursing.
Very great guy. Will prepare students very well for Nursing program. Very proud to have you as a Vietnamese professor. Keep it up, Dr. Vu; T.C.C is very lucky to have you!!! I'll recommend everybody to take your classeS
Dr. Vu is awsome. He is a really great professor. He is extremely hard though. His test are tricky and you have to study your ass off but if this is the field you want to go into you couldn't have a more knowledgeable professor!
I still have nightmares of Dr.Vu, however, you can throw a bone at me and I can tell you if its left or right and what it is. He prepares you for the readiness required in the medical field. If you are weak, he will weed you out! He is a brillant evil professor!
his class is fun, but he teaches like we all are going to be doctors and will be operating on him. he will help but please know what you are talking about. i recommend his class because what i have learned i have not forgotten. if science is hard for you, then try another teacher.If you want to learn he is great for that. i never worked this hard.
He was an okay teacher but not for every student! If English is your second language he is not for you. He doesn't really tell you what to study so you have to study everything! Power points, notes, the textbook, etc.. He can also be hard to understand. Overall, he was okay and had a good attitude but I was mainly lost in the class.
Some teachers do not even know what they are talking about. Dr. Vu is not that type of teacher. He is wise and very knowledgeable. His lecture is extremely interesting and fun. He makes difficult things simple for you to understand. The tests are based on what he said in class, nothing hidden.
Dr. Vu was one of the best teachers I have ever taken for a biology class. He expects you to study, but he is more than willing to help you if you need it. I got an A in his class and I still remeber most of what he taught. I think that anyone that wants to be in the medical field should take Dr. Vu. He is the an awesome teacher!!!
I enrolled in his class in fall 2010 after reading all these scary things on here but I'm very pleased to say that he is an amazing teacher! Definitely hard but completley worth it! I am about to start TCC nursing school and I truly believe that he has helped me learn the way I do now! I would recommend him to anyone wanting to really learn.
I took online classes for his subject. He is helpful and he is always available through e-mails and replies promptly. I recommend him strongly.
He defenitely was hard but the class is totally worth it! He keeps you entertained and you learn A LOT from his class. He follows a powerpoint but it is only the skeleton of what is going to be on the test. So if you don't read, don't expect an A. Totally recommend him if you like to learn!
Dr. Vu is a incredible professor he knows his stuff and he knows how to teach it. He makes you work your butt off so dont take him if you want a easy A. If you' re going into the medical field I would recommend him in a heart.
I can see why people give him high ratings, he is one of those guys who can be likeable at times he tries too hard to be funny, prides him self on being "hard" and making over 65 percent of the class fail,he definitely knows the material but the only problem is that his test are not consistent with the material, only about 1/3 of the class passes.
Dr. Vu is not as hard as everyone makes him sound. I didn't buy text book for this class and never read anything other than the power point notes provided. Just attend class regularly and take good notes since a lot of his questions come from lecture and you will miss those points if you don't attend. Made 100 on every test he gave.
Took Dr. Vu online which I only recommend if you have strong study skills as Anatomy can be a very hard subject to learn on your own. His "lessons" are powerpoints made by the books publisher which is not any different from reading the book. By the end of the semester only 11 were left out of 30 !
i usually breeze through any class with an A but not his class, you will learn not to procrastinate from his class, made an 88 so i'll probably take the subject again to get that A, i would recommend him if you want to actually learn the material and not forget it as soon as the semester is over, if not there are plenty easy professors out there
He's a very nice man and the smartest teacher I've ever had. He makes you learn a lot but it is not impossible to do well. You have to commit a lot of time to studying! I remember almost everything from that class compared to others where I just forgot everything after.
Coming back to school after 20 years, I took Dr. Vu (AP 1). Beginning of the class I didn't do good (got Cs) but with the help of SI (assigned by Dr. Vu) and my study group I ended up with an A and am taking Dr. Vu (AP2) again, can't wait for the challenges. If you work & study hard, I guarantee you that you will do great in his class.
He is a hard teacher, but he is a fair teacher. He really wants you to know the information he gives and not just float through his class. Just pay attention, show up, and don't get behind, especially if you take it in a 6 weeks summer class, which I did. It wasn't impossible, just time consuming. I even made it out alive and with an A.
Dr Vu not an easy teacher but a very good and clear teacher he will get you to remember things for life. If you aren't a student willing to study DO NOT TAKE HIM you will FAIL, but if you are willing to study you will learn a great amount in this class.
An A from Dr. Vu means more than an A from any professor I've ever had. He loves the material and he is dedicated to making sure you understand it too. This is not an easy course, and it shouldn't be. He explains things so you remember them well. Don't take the class if you can't put in the study time.
Exceptional Teacher! The best teacher I have ever had in my 6 years of schooling. The class is very challenging but you will learn and be able to apply the material!
He is a great teacher and you can tell he loves what he does. I appreciate his sense of humor and teaching skills, but his class is exceedingly more difficult than other profs who teach the same class and I don't think that's fair across the board. He also moves very fast so if you miss something, good luck trying to get it later...
I think he is an awesome teacher. He is the dept chair which means that his time gets divided, but students are always 1st. My problem is that while yes, I can understand him, when he's talking about terms I'm not familiar with, I don't know what to write down. I don't get an idea of the spelling because of his accent and it's super frustrating!!
He is, by far, the best professor I've ever had. I took him for A&P1 during the summer. It definitely wasn't easy lol He expects nothing but the best from his students & as long as you put the work in you will do well. I got an A in A&P1 and currently taking him for A&P2. If you're a slacker and looking for an easy A, I wouldn't recommend him.
He really is a gifted teacher. His story contributes to his everyday teaching because of what he's been through. His class however is extremely difficult if you've never taken him, and his accent makes his lectures hard to follow at times. You must do the work or you're not going to make it after the drop date, I guarantee you that. Overall good!
Personality: Cheerful, Energetic and Enthusiastic about subject. Pace: very fast, recommend use a voice recorder. Test: Extremely detailed/hard, recommend alot of time devoted to studying. No study review. Overall great teacher but be prepare to STUDY!
Professor Vu is REALLY hard!! I took him for A&P. He is a good lecturer, & hes funny/cheerful, but his TESTS are HARD!! They're really tricky. & it almost seemed like what he talked about in lecture wasnt what was on the tests. *sigh* be prepared to STUDY!!!!!!!
He's a great teacher and absolutely loves what he does. He's a character and I personally loved his class. The tests may be more difficult but he'll help you as long as you ask for it. If you take this class I HIGHLY recommend you go to all of the lectures
Great teacher, he has great passion of teaching, but do not expect an easy A. I really worked hard through the semester and got myself A.
Dr. Vu is the best teacher I have ever had. He is hard, but fair and is willing to help if you ask. If you are serious about the medical field and want to learn the RIGHT way take him, if you want any easy A forget it. You will study more for this class than any other. Critical thinking a must and record his lectures it will save you!
Hard to pass his class if attendance is poor. Exams AND pop quizzes are all critical thinking and problem solving. NO extra credit. He's funny and passionate and if you are looking to be a doctor or nurse, he will be the perfect professor that will help make the material "stick". RECORD HIS LECTURES. Trust me. He goes fast.
Dr. Vu is a good teacher and I will not recommend taking this class online! His very compassionate about teaching and his stories are funny. If you take him see if has a student assistant...(his SI saved me!!)If you going into the medical field some of his questions test on his test are critical thinking.
Great professor! I learned a lot from him and made an A but it required studying. Listen to his tips because they are helpful. If he says you have to know everything you do! Don't expect to leave the class without knowing anything too.
Dr.Vu is the best teacher on earth. U will not only learn but understand A&P as well. He's extremely helpful!! Hard test, but u gotta take notes and study hard to be in medical field guys. 4 in-class tests and 1 online, 12 quizz(drop 2 lowest). Tests come from ppt and your mind :). I Passed with an A and so glad i took his class
Dr. Vu was great. Challenging and not the easiest but you will definitely learn ALOT. Took both A&PI & II in the summer and it was fast and tough. Test are multiple choice, but tricky and make you think. Grades on a curve. Only take in summer if you have no other classes and no job. I studied a lot and got A's in both I & II.
Dr. Vu is a wonderful teacher. Very funny. If learning is easy you well love him. Hard for me to understand. Test were very hard. He is very helpful. If you pass his class you can go on to be a doctor. Thats how much you learn.
Dr. Vu is a wonderful teacher. He gives a purpose to learning the material, not just the ability to impractically regurgitate information for the semester. I like that his lab practicals make you think critically and not get you used to viewing everything in perfect anatomical position. His lecture exams however, involve obscure critical thinking.
Blessed to have taken Dr. Vu. He cares deeply about his students' educational standards, & rightly prepares them for their profession. Study ALOT, read the book, take good notes. 2 tests online 2 in class. A lot of his quizzes are based on attendance. Understand that you cannot slack off in this class. Be prepared to study!!
Very hard I hope to escape with a B. I have a bad lab instructor so A&P is hard for this semester. Dr.Vu knows his stuff. Ive defiantly learned a lot. His test will just break you. I wouldn't take him unless you want to be a doctor.
If your goal is to love and understand the information better than you ever have before then take Vu! BUT if you are looking for an easy A...then stay far far away from his class. I have never worked so hard for an A in my entire life, but I've also never appreciated an A so much either. I LOVED Dr. Vu!
I loved Vu's class, but that is only because I like A&P. His class is best for those going in to the nursing field. He goes to a level of depth that isn't necessarily right for other programs. It isn't taught as the survey course it is meant to be. Ex: having to learn a long list of medications, both generic name and brand name
I think everyone going into nursing should take Vu, but anyone having a hard time understanding thick accents should stay away. Also, it's very important that you don't take him if you aren't a VERY fast test taker. You can study all day and night, but there isn't an adequate amount of time allotted for the tests given the depth of the questions.
Dr Vu is a really good professor but he is hard. Recommend to take it if you give your full effort and time in this class. only took 3 classes because i need an A for A&P and right now i'm making all A's for the tests. record his lessons! it was easier for me and also take good notes. study 24/7 and you'll do fine.
I LOVE Dr. Vu. One of the best professors I have ever had. He is passionate about what he teaches and has a great story. This class was tough but I loved being challenged and Vu makes you think critically. I took another prof for A&P2 in the summer & I'm kicking myself for not taking Vu. He prepared me well for medschool. Such a warm-hearted man.
This class is very tough. Defiantly will take up the majority of the time if you take it during the summer. I struggles only because of the fast paced schedule. Overall Vu is a good teacher but in my opinion his test have too much critical thinking for A&P 1. Enter this class with caution . YOU WILL HAVE TO WORK FOR WHATEVER GRADE YOU WANT!
Dr.Vu is a great professor, I have learned so much from his class. Never pay attention in class, but I spent the whole 2 hours in class listening to his lecture and got an A. You just have to attend class every day because his tests are based on his lecture. Dont need to read the book, just read the powerpoint and take good notes.
Dr. Vu is by far the best teacher I have ever had, he teaches in a way that will help you remember the material. He is also very funny and tells stories that will keep the class interesting. The test are not easy they consist of a lot of critical thinking but if you study you should do fine. Take him if you actually want to learn the material.
If I had it to do over again, I would not have taken Dr. Vu.
Dr. Vu is an excellent professor but his class is tough. He is an extreme believer in paying attention to detail. For his exams be sure to know every aspect of all major concepts. His class is not easy but he is very helpful. Ask questions during lecture and office hours! Pay close attention to his powerpoints.
I had Dr. Vu a year ago and had to come here to let you know, because he made me study a lot for his classes my nursing program is better for me than for my peers. He might be a hard professor, but he cares enough to give his students opportunities again and again. I would take him over anybody else for A&P. Thanks Dr. Vu
Dr. Vu Is an outstanding professor! His class is very challenging specially his tests( he only gives 1hr. for approx. 60 very analitical questions) Take this class seriously, study hard & always record his classes. He is a funny individual, fun interactive class. He truly cares about his students. You have my utmost respect, thank you Dr. Vu.
DO NOT TAKE VU.
Dr. Vu is not given proper credit on this page. He is not that hard!! And I am not a genius. It didn't just come easy to me, and I've never had an A&P course before. He gives outrageous curves on every test. They were up to 22 points. If you just take notes on everything he said and study, you will make an A. His tests are not hard if you study.
Dr. Vu is awesome! He knows his stuff, and he wants you to know it too. If you pay attention, and read outside of class, you will be absolutely fine. He doesn't give test reviews, but he does give a curve. He make the lectures interesting, and doesn't just read off of the power point. He wants you to understand before he moves on.
In order to pass this class you have to read do HW. YOU CANT PROCRASTINATE on this class gives power-points once he gives you the material start studying the test are usually 4 chapters his question are tricky he makes you think he even tells you and you need to know the material because he tricks you on the test and has quizzes gives curves test
If you're actually serious about your career path such as "I wanna be a great nursedoctorradiologist..." then TAKE HIM for both lecture and lab! I was unlucky when taking his courses because he didn't even have time to teach labs. I'm a nurse now and I still remember all the cranial nerves and guess what? His classes saved me in nursing school!!!
I've never actually learned so much with a teacher. He makes sure you understand before moving on. His lab exams were not all that difficult since he gives you a sheet with a list of the things you need to know, BUT his lecture tests were difficult. Use the SLC for the lab exams to review the models. I made it out with a C and I had to work for it.
Dr Vu, is one of the most amazing professors I have ever had. He is hilarious and will crack you up the whole entire class. He is very passionate about Anatomy & Physiology. With that being said he is also extremely TOUGH!!! If you want to pass with an A, DO NOT TAKE HIM!!! His test are ridiculously hard and he adds pharmacology.
Dr. Vu is amazing! His tests are tough, but he makes sure you know your stuff. I took him for A&P I over the summer I semester and it was definately a lot of work, but so worth it!!
Yes Dr. Vu knows his stuff and is very passionate about it. But, this guy goes into a RIDICULOUS amount of detail, which really upset me because these are things I know other teachers do not require their students to know. Warn everyone you know.
He is a very good lecture teacher and lab instructor. Well respected by students. This class will not be a breeze though, but I assure you that you will learn. His tests are based off his Powerpoints. Pay careful attention to Clinical Views and things he write on the board. I guarantee they'll always be on the tests.
You will have to study for the exams
I do not recommend taking him if you want to pass with an A. He goes in to such detail. His test will make you second guess yourself. He isn't very helpful.
Hard course but good teacher! He is the real deal! Anatomy is hard and if you want to go into the medical field take him. Test are tuff but in the real world you are dealing with life and death. Knowledge is the only thing you have when you get into the medical field. His class will make you THINK outside the box!!! Be ready to study!
Don't take this class unless you already have prior knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology. He moves very fast (even in an hour and a half lectures). The supplemental instructor was not very helpful either. Not pleased with this class because I studied my gluteus maximus off and still came through with a C.
Dr. Vu is a tough prof because he wants his students to succeed in the medical field. He moves somewhat fast so focus on the stuff he says is cute. Tests are tough, go over the pwrpts & ask questions if you have them. Learn Smart assignments help get you some extra points, do them. I recommend printing the pwrpts and taking good notes. SI helps.
Be ready to study and work for your grade. He doesn't hand out easy grades, and no extra credit is offered. Every point counts, because he won't boost your grade at the end of the semester. Great teacher, and you will leave knowing more that you expected.
VERY HARD! Pharmacology was crazy. First test there were 3 A's, 2 B's, 12 C's - the rest were D & F. The SI was no help whatsoever. I dropped course & will retake with another professor.
Took it online over the summer. I never went over his lecture material all I did was read the book. Exam are online and over the book material, pretty straightforward if you know your content. I got A on all exams. This class is not an easy A. You will have to study, make notes, and put in effort.
Professor Vu is very nice! I would highly recommend taking him as your professor!
One of the worst A&P professors I have ever had! Really tough test and your grade depends on those tests. Would not recommend at ALL.
Take him period
Do not take this class online if your wanting to learn and be successful. The test are harder than test I've ever taken online. I pretty much had to learn my via google and YouTube and that's how I was able to pass the class!
Tests are extremely hard I took it online. What was on the review was not on the test. Recommened working in a group when taking a test. Dont take this class. Its was already a tough class and was made harder because the information for the reviews were unclear. Each question had multiple fill in the blanks which took up a lot of your time.
Took his class online (lab in person). Online exams were easy if you do the connect homework and study the powerpoints . He's a really great lab instructor, do not skip lab bc he explains and demonstrates everything that will be used for the practicals! Really fun instructor, people who give him a bad rating are because they study last minute.
He is a good instructor and caring person. he will give you a good feedback, but test was hardest ever i took. You will learn many things from him, but it's really tough. if you wanna get a good grade like A and B, i will recommend you choose another professor.
Dr. Vu is an exceptional teacher. I'm a returning student who already has two degrees and Dr. Vu is one of the better teachers I've had... period. He is passionate about the subject matter and he has high expectations for his students.
Dr. Vu is one of the best professors I have taken. He is a very detailed professor and makes sure his students are being prepared for the medical field. Personally the lecture exams were more tough than the lab practicals. Make sure you go through the slides and record the lectures. No extra credit so doing the learnsmarts is a must. Take him!
He is a funny and friendly but his class was ridiculously hard. Don't take this class online. The tests, quizzes and lab are Super hard.
Vu has been thru an extremely rough life if you read about his past & His history is a huge motivation for students to excel in his class. He isnt a professor who will let you off easy with grades you want and his class will entail sleepless nights and bloodshot eyes but every one of his passing students is more qualified than anyone elses. takem!
Dr. Vu cares about his students & is very passionate about anatomy & physiology. I learned a lot in this class, but still did horrible on exams. Hes a great professor, but the tests are the hardest tests Ive ever taken. You must know every detail of material & must be ready for the majority of exam questions to be critical thinking.
All I can say is GOOD LUCK. Don't try to memorize things, you MUST have a clear understanding of how everything works. He loves to have you put things in order for his tests, and they are miserable to take. This was the hardest A I have ever had to work for. I have always loved science, but now I'm not so sure. Tests are very tricky.
Let me just tell you guys that Dr Vu is a GREAT instructor. He says a lot of information necessary for his lecture tests, so make sure you write everything down and study the powerpoints carefully! All you really need to do is to pay attention in detail of almost everything he says (including his stories!). Take him if youre willing to work hard.
I loved Mr. Vu. He is so passionate about the subject and wants you to succeed. If you have any questions or don't get something he will always explain if needed. You definitely have to study but if you do, you can come out with an A or B easy
Dr Vu is a nice guy except his teaching abilities lack. He reads straight from the powerpoint and tries to crack jokes all class that are really not even funny or worth my time. I would try and say at least one nice thing about him but honestly I can not find one. He does not offer any test reviews. The classes first test average was 37%.
Dr. Vu is very funny and you will have some fun in his class. He only has 4 tests, 10 learnsmarts and a few quizzes and the tests weigh a lot. If you're down to study a couple hours a day take him, if not don't take him, you won't pass.
Dr. Vu is by far one of the best professors Ive ever had, he definitely expects a lot but he is with you every step of the way to learn it, he welcomes questions and creative thinking. His tests are impossible without good attendance and attention to detail but A&P is so important its very worth it. Love him.
To start Mr. Vu is a great teacher. I took him summer two which was a big mistake because we cram everything in one month. His test are extremely difficult you MUST STUDY. I recorded all his lectures and replayed them. He is super funny and relates topics to real life. If you want to pass do connect, Review Power Points and STUDY,STUDY,STUDY!!!!
Dr. Vu is very passionate about anatomy and physiology. He really wants you to learn and wants you to ask questions. He is funny and very interesting. You do have to study and apply the knowledge, not just regurgitate facts.
I have a BS in Biology, and I am a science teacher. Took the 5 week summer course. I had to work for this A, but I learned so much in his class.. He's a great teacher and very thorough. If you're planning to move forward in health or science, this is the teacher for you. If you're looking for an easy A or B, you're not going to get it with Vu.
Dr Vu is a "tough", down-to-earth teacher who would not only teach his students, but would inspire them to question the order of things so as to understand them better. He is always available and willing to lend a helping hand, but he would challenge his students to "use their heads" by thinking and attempting problem solving. Work hard and make A.
Took Dr. Vu for A&P 1 for summer 1 course. it is a lot of information to take in a summer course- recommend taking over fall or spring if possible. he is passionate about teaching and it shows. tests and quizzes are not easy- you have to study! but it is doable if you study! he is a great resource and wants his students to do well.
Dr. Vu makes lectures entertaining and somewhat easier to understand, but he is also a little unorganized. Had to cram the last 3 chapters and skipped one altogether. Probably could've gotten more out of his class if he didn't make his lectures so detailed and long. But he's a funny guy and is fair. He also curves depending on class performance.
I really appreciate Dr. Vu because he cares about his students. His lectures are great because he adds little stories which makes lectures fun. I would totally recommend. If you put your work in, you will receive the grade you want.
Pro. Vu is an amazing instructor who wants his students to succeed and learn the subject well. So if you're looking for an easy A, it's not the class for you. He makes you work for every point and exams can be tricky. Be sure to use resources online, book, SLC, and one-on-one with him in his office. It's hard, but worth it for med majors.
If you're looking for an easy class or an easy A Dr. Vu isn't it. But, if you're looking to be challenged and actually learn the material Dr. Vu is your guy! This class is a difficult subject and Dr. Vu's tests are difficult but, he is an amazing teacher. He can hold your attention and is great at explaining. His passion and care is evident.
Dr. Vu is the professor I think all Pre-Med and Pre-Nursing students should take. His lectures are fun and easy to follow, and his tests are logic based. He really makes you think about what exactly youre doing as opposed to just absorbing information only to forget it later. His exams are hard but I thought they were fun too. 10/10.
He truly cares for his students, and knows the material so well. the lecture is fun. hard subject but he makes it easy to understand. He did curve almost every test and extra questions to boost your score. Get ready to study hard and if you don't understand something ask him. Every students who want to be in medical field should take his class!
I took Dr. Vu for Summer 2020 and it was a challenge but nothing too crazy. Although the course was only five weeks, Dr. Vu made sure to go through all of the material. His exams are based on his lectures and are diferent from what I have had before but they were fun nonetheless. He is the guy to take if you truly want to learn the material.
Very funny man and has a strong accent. Don't expect an easy A. Vu does care a lot for his students and wants you to succeed however his exams are very hard! Apply yourself and study and you'll do just fine!
Dr. Vu is very smart, caring & understanding. He wants you to pursue this class to the fullest, also make sure to be prepare for heavy lecture & critical thinking exams. Only take his class if youre serious & willing to put effort into studying anatomy. Your grade reflects on your efforts in his class so dont procrastinate then youll pass.
If you have to take an anatomy course, TAKE DR. VU!!!! Never in my 20 years of life have I come across a teacher that is so caring, funny, and instructs so well. He takes his time to ensure that everyone understands what's going on and even though he is tough and anatomy is a hard class, if you actually want to learn take him!!
Dr. Vu truly cares about his students and loves what he teaches. He makes so many jokes and ensures that everyone understands the concepts. I took his accelerated course and it was very stressful but I would have failed if I had any other prof. I wish he taught every subject bc this man is truly an amazing professor!
This is the best professor I could have asked for taking this class. Anatomy and Physiology is hard but he has a way of explaining the material to where you will understand it. He easily accessible and will answer all your questions. Definitely have to work for your grade but as long as you put in the effort you will pass. Highly recommend!
Took this course online due to COVID. He did live lectures every Friday over powerpoints but never posted them for you to review at a different time. HE DOESNT RESPOND TO EMAILS. My classmates & I heard nothing from him after exam 2 going into exam 3. Wouldnt recommend.
Amazing class! He goes really in-depth, but that's good, it helps to get a good understanding of the topic. Lectures are PACKED with information. I mean it. But take really good notes and pay good attention and you should be perfectly fine! He gives NO extra credit.. but does add extra questions to the test which serves as extra credit.
I took Dr. Vu for both AP1 & AP2 in 2020. His lectures are great. He breaks things down so they're understandable and makes jokes to be engaging. He cares for his students success. However, he does not cut any slack!! EVERYTHING he goes over in lecture, he expects you to take notes and study for. If you do not study A LOT, YOU WILL NOT PASS!!
Rate my professor failed me on this one. His class was so difficult. So many students were failing all his exams because theyre so difficult. Doesnt matter how much you study or read. I dont know why everyone gave him a 5. Take ANYONEE ELSE. Runnn or Dont say I didnt warn you. Everyone is complaining about his exams.
I honestly can't say enough good things about this prof. He was so happy to be doing his job, which made me hate the class way less. The class is still hard. But if you always make an effort to attend lecture, pay attention, and REACH OUT if you're struggling, he will be there for you. You get out of this class what you put in.
Dr. Vu was one of THE BEST instructors I have ever had. Although he spoke fast and was sometimes challenging to understand, his passion for and knowlege of his subject shone through. His expectations for his students are high but reasonable. The effort and participation YOU put in as a student counts. Vu genuinely cares about his students.
Reviews dont match the exams so the reviews were worthless. He does teach very well in class & explains throughly but like I said exams are completely different from lecture. You would think what he puts in lecture would match up on the exam but no its completely different. He is a good teacher tho but he makes exams very difficult to prepare for
Exams are worded weird. Too much homework ratings on here are not accurate beware. Would not take again......
I truly can't say enough about Dr. Vu! It is very clear when a Professor loves what they do or hates what they do! This is Dr. Vu's passion and it shows! Although I took this class during a summer mini online and was working full time I still managed to do well. Do NOT be fooled. STUDY STUDY STUDY lectures and you should do well!
I havent meet a professor like him in my entire school year. Very fair & passionate of his teaching career, detailed & organized with PowerPoint and examples. Its been 10 yrs. + I havent been in school I thought everything will be very hard for me to fathom but he make it very clear and understandable but YOU MUST DO YOUR PART. STUDY Harder.
Dont take this class these ratings are not accurate save yourself.....!
Lectures are good but he does rush quite a bit. Exams are worded tricky. Make sure you have lots of time to study .
Amazing lectures that are fun and also inspirational. His lectures help simplify the ambiguity of the topics but you still have to do your work to keep up with the demands of the course. A&P is very broad, it requires you put in a lot of time and effort, but it is also interesting. ��
Dr. Vu talks too much and faster. He has a hefty accent. He cant pronounce the words correctly. I had to ask my classmates to read it for me. His exams are tough and tricky. Many students drop the class after the first exam he keeps telling stories about their personal life until the time is run out if you want to fail and waste your time take him
Dr. Vu is awesome and always keeps lectures interesting, however his exams are extremely difficult but as long as you do your work and study hard enough you will do great in this class.
Dr. Vu is very passionate about A&P and it shows in his lectures. Tests questions have tricky wording because he wants you to fully understand the material and use logic to determine the correct answer. Study hard and ask questions if something doesn't make sense. He wants his students to succeed.
Dr Vu is an AMAZING professor. One of the things I loved most is that he teaches with passion & he cares so much about his students. His exams are no joke. They are lecture heavy, when he says "know that," KNOW IT. My best advice is to print out his slides, highlight, take notes on what he says, record his lectures, and go back and listen to them.
Dr. Vu is probably the best prof I've ever had. His lectures are thorough, clear, and engaging. He is passionate about A&P and actually cares about his students and wants them to learn. His syllabus is very straightforward and no surprises. His tests are EXTREMELY hard, so prepare to take good notes and study.
His lectures are fast-paced but fun. I had him in Summer I and I have him again in Summer II. His lectures follow his power point presentations but these follow the textbook. If you truly want to learn and show up to class...he is willing to help and very accessible. You can tell he really loves teaching too! He is tough but very fair-minded.
Dr. Vu is absolutely PHENOMENAL. I took him for AP 1 and 2, and I give him SO much credit for my success in the Nursing program. He doesn't want you to memorize - he wants you to COMPREHEND. He has a great heart, and he will push you. You can't slack. You have to study HARD. But if you do, you'll learn so much and it sticks with you.
Great lecturer and keeps you engaged throughout the whole lecture, however, his exams are made by himself and are worded very tricky. He gives no reviews so you basically have to review multiple 100 slide powerpoints just to have an idea of what might be on the exam. More than half the class dropped after the midterm. Take someone else if you can.
Dr. Vu's a VERY hard professor, BUT he is an amazing one,He makes his lectures engaging and uses real world connections to help understand the concept. he pushes you extremely hard but you learn so much. exams are VERY difficult, but as long as you pay attention in class, and read the powerpoints, youll be okay. highly recommend taking his class
Dr. Vu is an amazing professor, he cares and wants you to succeed. I do recommend taking this class during a full semester.
Phenomenal instructor! His class is lecture heavy so I would recommend recording his lectures. Dr. Vu wants students to understand information or how processes work and not just memorize information. I will let you know that he will make you work for your grade! Regardless of what grade you receive, you will be grateful you took his class.
Dr. Vu is one of the best professor I took so far. I took him for AP1 & AP2 and passed the class with a good foundation knowledge for nursing school. His exam is critical thinking but he gives extra question for extra credit. Take him and you will be good in medical field. Do 1-2 hours everyday so you will not be overwhelmed for exam.
Dr. Vu is a kind and funny teacher who gives amazing lectures! Adds funny stories to help you remember the material and is always available if you need help. The content is just overall hard, too much information with no reviews, and he words the test very tricky!! Still a great teacher, but be warned.
Dr. Vu is by far my favorite professor I've ever taken! His lectures are very detailed and he keeps them interesting. There is not a lot of homework, so take advantage of the extra study time! His tests are difficult, but if you review his power points, you will be fine. If you actually want to learn about anatomy and physiology, take Dr. Vu!!!
Dr. Vu is an awesome professor! I took A&P1 and will be taking him for A&P2. His class is all about lectures so I highly suggest recording his lectures & listening to them while doing notes/studying. Its a lot of material to learn and comprehend so be prepared. If you really put in the effort and ask questions he will put you on the path to success
great professor! This class is hard! recording lectures is THE BEST. I have PTSD hearing recorded lectures over & over. Tests are difficult, messes with the wording. put in work! I got As on tests. uses real life to relate so u remember. quizlet is ur bff. GO TO CLASS OR U WILL NOT PASS. He sometimes forgets dry erase markers have one on hand. lol
He is a good professor! very intense and passionate about what he's teaching. His test are very, very hard!! about 80% dropped the class before it ended. If you study hard then you will make a decent grade but you have to put in the time. If you don't have time, then be cautious about taking him!!
Dr. Vu is a challenging but brilliant professor. His lectures are engaging and he genuinely cares about student success. While the exams are tough, attending class and using resources like Unstuck AI can help you stay on top of the material.
The professor is very disciplined and kind but also really strict. There's no extra credit, and the exams are super hard and complicated. I only recommend him to those who are nerds in medical sciences. Otherwise, get another professor, or you'll definitely regret it.
If you're highly experienced in A&P or good at memorizing a lot of material, consider taking Professor Vu's class. However, it is extremely challenging. Does not offer extra credit or study reviews, and writes his own exams. You'll need to study around 100+ slides for each test.Students say the key to passing is reviewing his objectives.
Extra credit is given every exam. He offers 5 extra questions for a potential 10 extra points every exam, including the final. Lectures are tough and long but very in depth. Exams are based off clearly based off reviews provided. Difficult course but if you want a good, communicative professor who knows his material: Dr. Vu is your guy.
Great professor. He goes in depth with his lectures and they're very entertaining in a way. He offers up to 16 pts on each exam and the exams were over his lecture and slides so pay close attention to every detail and word! he cares for those who care to pass. To pass though you need to put in a lot of effort but that's expected for this class.
Vu covers a lot; I recorded lecture audio & use it to review. AP's really tough & usually, I get C's & D's, but changed study habits to do well! Vu likes adding pathophysiology/pharmacology to his material so he's good for pre-nurses. Keep up with & use his given Objectives lists (essentially review guides) to prep for exams. He's caring & fair.
OMG he is amazing! His lectures are long but fun, his powerpoints are very helpful when studying, and he has a comprehensive final. He does have a bit of an accent but his words are clear and has a good sense of humor. He opens 10 question quizzes occasionally and has 3 lecture exams. Overall awesome and would take again!
Dr. Vu is a great professor, but you have to put in the time to pass. He will tell you what you need to know for exams and he uploads online quizzes for extra points and to give you an idea of what type of questions to expect on exams. I wouldn't recommend taking during summer if you have work because it is a difficult course.
I took Dr. Vu for summer A&P 2 , he was such a great professor and his lectures were very helpful and he definitely sets you up for success and really tests your knowledge on the material. It is not an easy class but if you put in the work and study you will do great and take the things you learned in this class and wont forget it.
Dr. Vu is a great teacher, but his A&P I class is no joke. Be ready to learn a ton of material on your own the workload is heavy, and his tests are extremely hard. You basically need some anatomy knowledge before you even start. There's no extra credit, no shortcuts, and you'll be studying every day. Also is online lectures are awful ...


I know he checks his RateMyProfessor reviews, so I hope he takes some time to reflect as well. If you're not prepared to learn a lot of the material on your own, this may not be the class for you.
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