3.5

Junaid Siddiqui

Computer Science - El Camino College

3.5
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
66%
Would Retake
103
Reviews
3.5
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
3.5
Helpful
3.5
Clarity

66%

Would Retake

103

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
103 total ratings

5

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4

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What Students Say

I highly recommend any class he teaches

CIS3474 - 5.0 rating

Mr Siddiqui is a great teacher, really down to earth, casual and friendly

CIS13 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

56%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 43 grades
Most common grades:
B (22)
A (13)
Not sure yet (6)
Grade Distribution
A(17)B(22)C(2)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(1)
Based on 50 reported grades
B: 22
A: 13
Not sure yet: 6
A+: 4
Common Tags
Respected (18)
Caring (13)
Gives good feedback (7)
Inspirational (7)
Amazing lectures (6)
Participation matters (6)
LECTURE HEAVY (5)
Hilarious (4)
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Reviews (102)
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2.0
CIS13
May 11, 2003

No Comments

3.0
2.0
CIS13
Jun 6, 2003

He is nice to answer to questions, and care about students a lot. He gives 3 tests and the second one is most important; don't miss it; it worth 40% of the grade.

5.0
2.0
CIS133
Jun 6, 2003

He gave us 3 take home tests and lab tests. But he is very willing to help students.

4.0
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CIS46
Aug 18, 2003

Very well prepared for class each week, also quite helpful to students during lab. A lot of class participation during lecture. I would have preferred that the teacher explain concepts rather than other students.

5.0
2.0
COMPUTERS
Sep 24, 2003

No Comments

5.0
4.0
CIS13
Dec 29, 2003

Being a foreign student and not a computers major, I found Mr. Siddiqui's class very helpful. He kept telling us about the importance of the computers in all fields. And yes, he is attractive to look at too.

4.0
1.0
CIS13
Dec 7, 2004

He is a nice guy and the easiest professor there is. He isn't demanding and you will end up with a good grade without much effort.

3.0
1.0
CIS13
Jan 21, 2005

EASY! EASY! EASY!

5.0
1.0
CIS13
Feb 17, 2005

go to his to get an A...and that's all u need to do during the whole semester

3.0
1.0
CIS13
Mar 2, 2005

Easy is the word. No challenge, not much info but a sure A if you attend.

2.0
1.0
CIS13
Mar 30, 2005

He is so easy. It is a waste but you will get an A. He is nice and if you need the class, take him but don't expect to learn much.

5.0
3.0
CIS13
May 2, 2005

Best Professor at the college! The subject is easy, and he makes it fun. Be sure to take all of the test, the second one is the most important. He should teach all of the classes there.

5.0
1.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2005

Awesome teacher, I know my stuff already, so I dind't really learn anything but the other people in my class who didn't know anything learned alot from him. If yo know yo stuff already, answer a question in a way to express yo knowledge so he knows.

5.0
1.0
CIS13
Sep 15, 2005

Very easy teacher. i had him for a wed. class that was like 5 hrs long, he gives u a looooooong lunch break and lab n lecture are short if u know computers you wont learn anything new.

5.0
3.0
CIS46
Apr 13, 2006

he's a very nice guy. shows that he cares about the students. tries to simplify the class to make it easier to understand. labs are pretty helpful. he's covering too many chapters but overall, is a really good professor.

5.0
1.0
CIS13
Nov 30, 2006

He is super easy and funny. gives the answers to the midterms

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Dec 27, 2006

He is a VERY nice teacher and explain things very well. I highly recommend any class he teaches.

4.0
2.0
CIS13
Mar 13, 2008

He is fair and explains everything well.

4.0
2.0
CIS13
Aug 9, 2008

He gives a lot of freebies on the exam, but sometimes the scantron machine that he uses marks a lot of stuff wrong, so be sure to watch out for that. Extra credit is also available, it's only worth doing if you're boarder line. He also has an accent for anyone that cares, still understandable though. Attendance is mandatory.

5.0
1.0
CIS13
Jan 5, 2009

AWESOME!

4.0
2.0
CIS13
Aug 28, 2010

This class was pretty easy. He lets you bring a 3x5 cheat card for tests. I didn't study for any tests and got a B. The first month will bore you if you have any computer experience..He's funny, I recommend taking this class.

3.0
2.0
CIS13
May 20, 2011

An easy "A" if you have prior knowledge of computers.

4.0
2.0
CIS13
May 23, 2011

He is good and tests are Ok, midterm test from book, make sure your study he tells you what will be on tests. He is nice and funny sometimes but I don't like his asisstant :(

5.0
2.0
CIS13
Jun 3, 2011

He is nice person, tests are OK, lot of lab work 3 major tests, he is helpful you learn a lot from him, I do recommand his class.

5.0
4.0
CIS3466
Jun 7, 2011

Great Teacher!!

3.0
3.0
CIS13
Jun 8, 2011

GOOD TEACHER BUT HIS ASSISTANT IS SOMETIMES ANNOYING...

4.0
3.0
CIS13
Jun 10, 2011

He is good teacher, exams are kind of hard and tricky, only first midterm was easy rest are hard.Try to do good on first test. test questions comes from book just few from his lecture PS. I can't stand his assistant she pisses me off

3.0
4.0
CIS13
Jun 11, 2011

Good teacher, book is very important he doesn't cover everything on the test. Surprising and tricky questions,read the book before tests, will be OK

5.0
2.0
CIS13
Jun 20, 2011

EASY!!he gives you the questions that are going to be on every test.4 tests.no homework.

1.0
4.0
CIS3534
Nov 12, 2011

the worst and not helpful teacher i ever seen at elcamino college.becarful dont never as or talk to this teacher.he dont like anyone talk to him at all. he treat students like trush.no respect at all to students. i was stressed out in the class.every time i need help, or have question i have to go somewhere else.class with this teacher is like jail

4.0
2.0
CIS3466
Dec 1, 2011

Easy going teacher. The tests are tricky because he will do a review before a test and say these are the questions on the test. Then come test time and you see a few questions that were not in his lecture or in the book. Overall, he is really nice and tries to be funny. Read the book, take notes, come to class and you should get and easy A or B.

2.0
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CIS13
Jun 9, 2012

He never helped me when I ask him something during lab class. I do not understand whe he comes to class if he is just going to sit in his computer and do something else all the time.

4.0
1.0
CIS13
Jul 18, 2012

It was a simple class if you had prior computer knowledge. I did all my labs but didn't attend lectures so I got a C, but I always made sure to attend the review session because he basically told what questions he was going to ask. Your notes will only help you with 75% of the test so be sure to skim the chapters for more specific answers.

5.0
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CIS3474
Sep 4, 2012

Nice person and a knowledgeable instructor. I highly recommend any class he teaches.

1.0
5.0
CIS3435
Jan 14, 2013

the wors teacher ever, not helpful and caring, dont never take class with this teacher you will be sick...

2.0
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CIS13
Nov 3, 2013

Very easy but boring. he is not helpful at all

1.0
5.0
CS200
Dec 2, 2013

WORST INSTRUCTOR EVER..

1.0
5.0
CIS
Dec 17, 2013

HORRIBLE.

1.0
3.0
CIS13
Jun 28, 2014

Undoubtedly the worst teacher I have ever had in high school or college. Has a huge chip on his shoulder. Does he like to teach? Does he think he wasted his life by ending up teaching at ECC? With teachers like him, no wonder politicians want to cut community college funding. Avoid at all costs!

4.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Jul 7, 2014

Learned a lot from his class. Teaches in a different way and tries to involve/encourage students. I liked his stories too :-) Final was hard, but midterms were easy.

4.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Sep 7, 2014

Mr Siddiqui is the Best! Very educated and caring. I learnt a lot from his class!

2.0
2.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Nov 25, 2014

Easy and very little work. He seems like a nice man but doesn't care about teaching,

1.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Jan 29, 2015

Worst teacher ever. The good news is he lets class leave early. Take anyone else

1.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Feb 19, 2015

He doesn't teach me He sits on the computer and doesn't like it when you ask him anything.

1.0
4.0
CIS19
Grade: B
Mar 9, 2015

The worst! Find someone else.

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: C+
Apr 13, 2015

Mr. S is the BEST!!!

2.0
5.0
CIS13
Grade: C
May 16, 2015

This class is tough. His tests are really hard and his study guides doesn't help. To pass this class, you must read the book. The notes won't help you here.

1.0
4.0
CIS13
May 27, 2015

Horrible. The good news is he usually lets you out early and doesn't take roll.

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2015

Being a Psych major, I didn't know a lot about computers. Mr. Siddiqui changed that. Lectures were interesting (connection to real life). Second Midterm was easy, but other exams were tough. Great class overall.

5.0
4.0
CIS19
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2015

Professor Siddiqui teaches with a lot of enthusiasm. Technical discussion becomes user friendly. Enjoyed his class. Highly recommended!!!

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Jan 25, 2016

Good professor, he stops and asks if the class has any questions constantly. Just take notes on the key points he covers in class and the class won't be hard.

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Mar 24, 2016

Kind and caring. I like his lectures (very informative and he also jokes sometimes). Also full of knowledge on many topics. GREAT Professor!!!!!

1.0
1.0
CIS13
Grade: A
May 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He is not good in lab or lecture. He never helped anyone or answered my questions. His lectures don't seem to cover the material and you won't learn much from him. I just read the book and worked on my own.

3.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Jun 3, 2016
Would take again

Good instructor. In the lab if you need help he has no problem helping, he grades lab work very smoothly. In lectures he makes learning relate-able with real life so it's easy to understand. If you don't understand he goes over the topic again. I hated that he never cancels class lol. But sometimes he lets us leave early. Very laid back

5.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Aug 10, 2016
Would take again

Professor is really good with students and he teaches with a lot of passion. I liked it when he taught the same topic from different angles. Usually I doze off after one hour of lecture but he kept me awake :-) Gave extra time to finish lab assignments. Overall nice guy and I like him and recommend him!!!

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Aug 23, 2016
Would take again

Professor S is so Cute!!! Here is one professor who you can talk to and who cares about you!!! Almost every week he talked about money saving deals and jobs. Thanks to his advice my brother found a job!!! nice lectures and cool stories too!!!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 15, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Siddiqui has a wealth of experience and knowledge. He can explain you the same concept from many different angles and gives you plenty of examples. I love his kind and caring attitude, Nice person overall.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2017
Would take again

Teaching style is good. professor shared his professional experiences in lectures. that was a big help. In labs he let us work at our own speed which was nice.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
1.0
1.0
CIS13
Grade: A+
Jan 5, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I learned nothing. Everyone knows that he doesn't care. I wouldn't trust a good review. I did and then took a worthless class. I got an A without attending He seems nice enough if you don't ask any questions or need his help.

1.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I read the reviews and they are somewhat right. You learn nothing, I knew everything from high school before I took the class. He does just sit at his desk and you get no help. But the class is easy and he is a nice guy. He lets you work with your friends and he only grades sometimes. It didn't seem like college.

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Jan 23, 2017
Would take again

Professor S is very knowledgeable and experienced you will learn and enjoy in his class.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CIS13
Mar 5, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Siddiqui offers very good knowledge with excellent lectures I learnt a lot from his course.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
CIS13
Mar 8, 2017
Would take again

He's lecture heavy, but clear when explaining the material. I'd definitely recommend this class if you want a clear understanding on the basic fundamentals. He's helpful and cares about his students. He's a great teacher, take good notes, and study hard. Complete all the labs and show up for all the lectures. It's as easy as that.

Respected
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Jun 11, 2017
Would take again

I got a B but enjoyed his class because Instructor was good and I learned a lot.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
1.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Class consists of 1 hour lab/ 2 hours lecture. In lecture he gives you notes that are important for tests but in lab he literally does nothing. His grading style it seems is also really subjective. I'd definitely have chosen a different teacher for CIS13 if you have the opportunity when registering.

Participation matters
1.0
1.0
CIS13
Aug 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I dont personally think much is learned in this class. Mostly self taught and book taught.

1.0
5.0
CIS13
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 22, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's not too fair in grade assessments so I would advise you to not take this class. He outlines what you need for a grade but then doesn't follow it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Sep 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

AWFUL Describes him best. Take someone else

5.0
3.0
CIS13
Sep 22, 2017
Would take again

I liked this professor. Seemed like a nice guy. His lectures were always interesting. I learned a lot in his class.

Respected
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
CIS19
Sep 29, 2017
Would take again

Mr. Siddiqi has lots of knowledge and real-world IT experience, Great professor.

1.0
3.0
CIS13
Nov 14, 2017
Wouldn't take again

His grading criteria isn't clear at all. I wouldn't bother with this class.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
1.0
4.0
CIS19
Grade: B
Nov 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He doesnt teach in his labs just tells you to read the book and is bad at explaining when you have issues. Also he he attemps to whisper your grade to you in class to show your grade progress and ends up making a fool of some people.

Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
CIS13
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

Very good professor who took care of me when I was ready to drop the class. Very helpful too.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
3.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Mr Siddiqui is a great teacher, really down to earth, casual and friendly. The only issue really are his test. It's all regurgitated from the text book, if you aren't into computers the test will be brutal. The lecture part is all IT / Computer while the lab is Access Excel. Tries hard to get everyone to pass though, will help w extra credit

Hilarious
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Jan 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

His grading criteria is unclear. He also has a weird participation policy.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Feb 5, 2018
Would take again

He is very good and very kind

Participation matters
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B+
Aug 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He seems totally unprepared. Not a nice guy.

5.0
2.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Nov 27, 2018
Would take again

Professor Siddiqui is really a nice professor. I took CIS 13 from him and got an A and currently i'm taking CIS 11 from him. He's really respectful and helpful. If you attend lectures and do your labs on time, it's an easy A. I would definitely recommend this professor.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
CIS19
Grade: B
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

I am taking CIS19 with Mr S. I like his lectures because he gives a lot of professional examples. Keep it up.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
2.0
CIS19
Dec 9, 2018
Would take again

A very respectful professor. If you are interested in information technology, it will be an easy class to take. Make sure to study for the midterm and final as those two tests will make up much of your overall grade.

Respected
5.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Mar 21, 2019
Would take again

Professor S is a real "gentleman" I loved his class. Thank you so much for everything.

Respected
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
CIS19
May 22, 2019
Would take again

Prof Siddiqi is very accomodating if you are a working adult. He is very knowledgeable and helpful as well.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lecture heavy
3.0
1.0
CIS2
Oct 23, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I didnt learn much from the lectures. When it came to the labs, the book is what taught me the most.

Respected
1.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: Not sure yet
May 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Got stuck with this teacher 4 weeks into the semester. His online class was horrible! He posted YouTube videos that werent helpful.. some videos he would post didnt even have sound. He waited til the last 5 weeks of the semester to cram a bunch of tests and work due. He clearly has never taught an online class. Worthless teacher. A complete waste

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
CIS13
May 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

BORING. Doesn't stay in touch. No help--no contact. Worst class to take. Uses videos that are obsolete. Waste of money. Friends in other classes get better education.

Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: Not sure yet
May 31, 2020
Would take again

I like this professor. He updates us with announcements (sometimes too many) and his summary sessions are very useful. He's easy-going and very understanding. I will take his class again.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 11, 2020
Would take again

I really, really like Mr. S. He made the online class very comfortable for us. Very understanding prof. to have in these weird times.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
CIS13
Grade: A+
Jun 8, 2021
Would take again

He is the best and most caring professor I have ever taken in El Camino College. His class was the easiest to pass. He is very understanding and down-to-earth. Take his class and you will not regret it!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
1.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Definitelt would have chosen another professor given the chance.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Jun 12, 2022
Would take again

6/22, Spring,We covered Excel & Access. All assignments are long. If you need help outside of class go to lab, very helpful. Teacher is helpful and kind. You must do all assignments, take lecture and lab test. Busy class but it is very easy to pass. Plan ahead to finish assignments. Microsoft 360 did not have all the features, need desktop version.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Sep 7, 2022
Would take again

Professor Siddiqui is straightforward and forward he is a caring professor. I went to the computer lab if I got stuck on any assignments the tutor is kind and helpful. I wish more professors were as caring and understanding as he is.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CIS11
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2022
Would take again

Excellent professor and excellent class lot of focus on jobs and career.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Jun 27, 2023
Would take again

Professor is very passionate about the subject and he talks a lot about jobs in CIS. He also tries to engage students. Gives a lot of time to complete assignments, overall a very good class.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Jul 17, 2023
Would take again

I took this class in the summer 2022 hybrid and he was a very chill professor. The tests are open-note so you don't need to stress too much about it. Lecture and labs are all from the textbook, so it is a textbook-heavy class. He likes to take about "living a fast-life" but that just means he likes to tell stories about his life.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
3.0
2.0
CIS13
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2023
Would take again

Class and assignments were easy ONCE you understood how and where to access the assignments. Everything is straight out of the book when it comes to completing the labs, tests and quizzes. Make sure you figure out in the first week how and where to access the lab assignment steps for Excel and Access. He does not make it clear in the beginning.

EXTRA CREDIT
Online Savvy
5.0
4.0
CIS13
Grade: B
Sep 9, 2023
Would take again

Professor is easy going, would take again. Liked his teaching style. Gave good examples that we could relate to in real life. Assignments are not hard if you follow directions.

Gives good feedback
Caring
Respected
2.0
5.0
CIS11
Grade: F
Sep 14, 2023

I would not take this class if you are not indian or pakistain , this pro seems racist. He refuses to answer questions asked in class,he cares less to respond to emails. Terrible grader do not take if your niot indian he wont like you to success

Hilarious
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
1.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2024
Would take again

Professor was great. He helped me get more time on online assignments and exams due to my accommodations. Also, he is a good help if you wanna ask some questions regarding the lecture and assignments

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Oct 5, 2024
Would take again

Very good professor. Very helpful I highly recommend him.

Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
Caring
3.0
2.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Feb 1, 2025
Would take again

i really liked him. but he really f'ed me over. i had an A in the class and he claimed that I had a B. i am still so pissed about that. he literally has no common sense or empathy. but his class was easy i guess

5.0
1.0
CIS13
Grade: A+
Jun 12, 2025
Would take again

Class is straightforward with the assignments, labs, and exams. Half the coursework focuses on Excel then Access during the semester and does demonstrations during class. If you have any questions, he's ready to answer. All exams are based on the textbook and pretty easy to pass with an A. Manageable workload!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
CIS13
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2025
Would take again

Professor Siddiqui was pretty easygoing and very understanding. Very manageable workload, and is very transparent about what will be on the tests. Lots of little assignments, but they all add up, so it is important to do them to maintain an A. However, he only answered 1/3 emails I sent throughout the semester.

Clear grading criteria
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

56%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 43 grades
Most common grades:
B (22)
A (13)
Not sure yet (6)
Grade Distribution
A(17)B(22)C(2)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(1)
Based on 50 reported grades
B: 22
A: 13
Not sure yet: 6
A+: 4
Common Tags
Respected (18)
Caring (13)
Gives good feedback (7)
Inspirational (7)
Amazing lectures (6)
Participation matters (6)
LECTURE HEAVY (5)
Hilarious (4)
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CIS133

5.0

(1)

COMPUTERS

5.0

(1)

CIS3474

5.0

(1)

CIS46

4.5

(2)

CIS3466

4.5

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5.0

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