3.6

Larry Brown

Chemistry - Texas A&M University at College Station

3.6
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
56%
Would Retake
107
Reviews
3.6
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.5
Clarity

56%

Would Retake

107

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

29

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3

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9

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7

What Students Say

Brown is easily the hardest professor that I've ever had

CHEM107 - 2.0 rating

I would give him a 0/10 if it was possible

CHEM107 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

71%

Textbook Required

9%

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B+

95% confidence
Based on 77 grades
Most common grades:
A (30)
B (17)
C (6)
Grade Distribution
A(34)B(20)C(13)D(4)F(0)A-/B+(8)
Based on 81 reported grades
A: 30
B: 17
C: 6
C+: 5
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Respected (30)
Skip class? You won't pass. (24)
Tough Grader (19)
TEST HEAVY (17)
Tests are tough (14)
Participation matters (12)
LECTURE HEAVY (12)
Gives good feedback (10)
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CHEM-327

5.0

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107

4.5

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CHEM322

4.5

(2)

CHEM501

4.0

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3.6

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Reviews (107)
2.0
4.0
CHEM107
Jun 18, 2009

Dr. Brown is a nice guy, but going to class is completely pointless because you will learn NOTHING. Reading the book probably wouldn't help much either. Going to outside tutoring would be the best idea for this class.

4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Nov 28, 2009

I've really enjoyed this semester in this class. It's a tough class, but its reasonable. Dr. Brown makes things pretty clear to understand.

4.0
2.0
CHEM107
Dec 10, 2009

He's a funny guy. Sometimes it's difficult to understand him because he talks a little fast. I didn't have problems understanding, but some people did. He's always willing to help-just go to his office hours-- he's pretty friendly. As long as you copy down the examples he works in class and do your hw, you'll be fine. I recommend this teacher.

5.0
2.0
CHEM107
Nov 13, 2010

Dr. Brown is a extremely nice guy as well as being a very good teacher. He is always willing to help during office hours and is actually kinda funny making chemistry lectures much less boring. Clicker questions done in class as part of grade. Tests arent bad, ex. and hw help a lot as well as a study session with his head TA right before the test.

4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Dec 2, 2011

He really enjoys chemistry and also wrote the class text book, so he knows what he is talking about. the tests were kinda hard, but I know people who got A's by barely studying, so natural chemistry ability helps. but overall a nice, understanding, guy who loves teaching chemistry!

4.0
4.0
CHEM501
Dec 8, 2011

Fast talker. Knows alot about chem.

3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A-
Oct 15, 2013

Dr. Brown is a nice guy but I feel like there's no reason to go to his lectures. Outside tutoring is the way to go. Tests can be pretty tough. If you have any background in Chem a B is manageable.

5.0
2.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2013

He spoke clearly and was excited about teaching. I never went to office hours but I heard he was very helpful. He assigned seats for tests and kept a list of left-handers so they could be put in the correct seat.

5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Dec 11, 2013

Dr. Brown was very friendly and cared that his students learned the material. His homework assignments are very fair. My test grades were 97, 85, 93, and 97 on the final.I went to A+ tutoring after the second test and it helped me get an A.

4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: C-
Dec 15, 2014

Dr. Brown is a great prof but makes you work for your grade. Office hours are helpful. He works to make you understand the course instead of memorize. His tests are HARD and the homework takes hours. Class attendance is mandatory but pointless to go. Easy class if and only if you have no life and can spend all day reviewing the material.

4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A+
Dec 22, 2014

The information for the course starts off not bad but gets harder as the semester progresses. All tests are manageable and he sticks to the same format as the past exams. Best way to study is to actually try to understand how to do problems instead of just learning how to because if you don't actually understand, the tests will be very hard.

5.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2014

Prepare to study your heart out. Dr. Brown is an amazing professor, but his exams are hard. He's willing to go over homework and exam questions during office hours, which is great, but I would really suggest doing the additional problems at the back of each chapter, since some of the exam questions come from there.

4.0
4.0
107
Dec 24, 2014

Dr. Brown is a amazing professors. His class wasn't one of the easiest, I must admit, but it's college, you have to put an effort to succeed. He enjoys teaching. Jokes a lot. His tests are challenging, but closer to the end of the semester, I was able to solve problems with my eyes closed.

5.0
3.0
107
Jan 8, 2015

Definitely my favorite professor this semester. He goes into enough detail for you to understand. If I was confused, I read the book. You can get the 2nd edition for dirt cheap nearby. You have to know the material for the test. He was always there to answer my questions and help me understand more. Get him, he's great.

4.0
3.0
107
Jan 16, 2015

Dr. Brown is a fast-talking and fascinating man. He loves what he teaches, but that doesn't mean he'll give out easy grades. Go to office hours, do problems from the back of the book, and some outside tutoring wouldn't hurt. Great professor.

5.0
2.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2015

Brown is awesome! The homework is online, fairly easy, and even comes with hints when you get stuck. Definitely the professor you want if chemistry isn't your strong suit.

3.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Apr 6, 2015

If you put forth effort you can pass this class

5.0
4.0
107
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2015

Larry is awesome. He wrote the book so he knows what's up and how to explain it. His tests aren't that bad but you have to study for them, he gives you past exams so do all of them and you should be fine. He does some experiments in class that are super cool. Find a study group, do the homework, go to class, take notes, etc. You got this!

2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Oct 21, 2015

This class is so hard.....

5.0
4.0
CHEM107
Nov 17, 2015

Dr. Brown is a great professor. His joy for chemistry is clear as soon as you walk into class. Although his class is hard, it's fair. Dr. Brown loves helping students understand chemistry better and is easy to talk to. If you work, you'll get an A.

4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2015

Dr. Brown is very enthusiastic about his class! If you aren't so great in chemistry expect the extra help but his exams are pretty predictable on what he will ask because he gives you previous exams. Take him! He's great! Chemistry is tough in general but in my opinion he's the best professor

3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: C-
Dec 7, 2015

Very hard class, the lab is even harder

4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2015

Has a real passion for chemistry and knows how to teach. Homework for the class is pretty math heavy, but the exams are not. Exams are like puzzles that you have to get used to. Concepts in lectures were pretty easy to understand but I read the book before hand, so I would recommend that.

3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: C
Dec 11, 2015

Tough tests, he wrote the textbook so you actually have to read it. Class is mostly math based.

5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2015

Best Chem 107 prof

3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Dec 17, 2015

Dr. Brown's class is extremely hard. All his tests are write out, no multiple choice. He'll help you during office hours, but unless you're a chem god you'll probably need to go to tutoring. I personally would not recommend his class.

4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: B+
Jan 4, 2016

I always enjoyed his class, but definitely need to spend more time studying for his tests than some other professors. He has a lot of resources online (notes, previous tests) that are useful to look over. His office hours are also super helpful, and I visited him several times. He grades tough but its doable... just be prepared to study hard!

3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: C
Jan 4, 2016

Tough Class. Tests are fully write out, class is basically just another math class.

3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: C+
Jan 14, 2016

Larry Brown was very nice and passionate about his subject however I wouldn't retake his class for Chemistry. Who knows maybe if he somehow switches to a subject I enjoy more I would retake his class but overall Chem teachers my friends has were much easier if you're just trying to pass. Nice guy, hard class.

5.0
1.0
CHEM107
Grade: A+
Jan 15, 2016

This guy hands down knows how to teach. I only had taken chemistry at the sophomore level (that's required by the state) in high school and had no opportunity for AP Chemistry. I walked through this class and it's because of how easy he makes it. He forces you to learn the processes of what's happening, not memorizing. Easily my favorite professor.

5.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
May 12, 2016

Dr. Brown was a great chem professor! He explains the material very well during the lectures, but be sure to spend a lot of time on your own preparing for the exams. His exams are brutal and all free response. There are clicker quizzes in every lecture so make sure you go to class. Overall, I enjoyed learning engineering chemistry from him!

3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: C
Apr 14, 2016

Though he is a very charismatic and charming guy, he lacks greatly in willingness to help. With Dr. Brown there is such a thing as a stupid question and he will be the first to point it out and laugh at your face. Is not the worst professor ever, lectures are interesting, but be willing to read and seek help from outside sources.

3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: C+
Nov 13, 2016
Would take again

At first I hated the class, but as I learned how he tested, and what to pay extra attention to in lectures, I started to do a lot better. Also, he seemed unwilling to help at first, but after every lecture I went to his office hours with questions and slowly broke him down. If you're willing to work, then I recommend Dr Brown.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Nov 25, 2016
Wouldn't take again

If you have taken an advanced chemistry class before, then Brown may be right for you. If you plan on majoring in something that doesn't require heavy knowledge of chemistry, DO NOT TAKE BROWN. If you need to know a lot, then go ahead. He wrote the textbook, so he knows what he's talking about. Tests are hard, tutoring may be required. No easy A's.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Nov 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Generally thought of as hardest chem 107 professor. Not because he is a bad teacher but his tests are incredibly hard. He is actually the author of the textbook that every chem 107 student uses (no one actually reads it though it's mainly through lecture). So that tells you he is very very smart which is why his tests are so difficult. His tests are all free response where most other chem 107 profs have multiple choice. And a lot of other classes have 75 mins for test while he gives you 50 mins. Actually grades pretty nicely with partial credit but a lot of the times his questions at the end of the test (the REALLY hard ones) no one has a clue how to answer them.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Respected
3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Nov 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Larry B is an interesting character. His lectures are good and he is very knowledgeable. Writes the textbook, so reading is important. Daily clicker questions. Tests are considerably more difficult than all other 107 professors.

Tough Grader
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

Larry Brown wrote the book so he is the book. Very good lecturer who provides context and alternate explanations for material generously. Willing to take pretty much all questions. The book is great for reference but he covers mostly everything in lecture. Class comes with a "pre-curve" and he writes his own tests.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Dec 1, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Brown is probably one of the most well-rounded 107 professors in the department. He gives great lectures, and is a bit quirky, or eccentric. Funny character, and covers most of the material in class. Notoriously known however for giving the hardest exams, however. Great guy, good instructor, would take again.

Respected
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Brown is an awesome professor and he is great at what he does. But his tests are known for being the hardest ones out there. Most people don't get an A in his class even with a lot of studying. You don't want to skip his class, there are 2 clicker questions a day. Theres a homework set every week, 3 exams and a final. The tests are very tough.

4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Very smart man that generally cares for his students. Very fast at grading and always gives feedback. Homework is due once a week but can be done in 2 hours.

Gives good feedback
TEST HEAVY
Caring
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He's a great professor but his tests are much more difficult than some of the other professors. if you want to actually learn chemistry, take him. If not then find someone else.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Dec 11, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Brown is probably the smartest professor out of any other chem 107 professors. Though because of his intelligence he likes to make his tests hard just cause he can. He'll claim that a lot of the tests are "easy" but when you get a doctorate from Princeton, I'm sure anything will be easy in a freshman level course.

Respected
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: C
Dec 13, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Very hard prof., homework isn't bad and he has 2 clicker questions per class. His tests are very hard compared to all the other professors tests. I would only take him if he is last resort or you are stupid good at chemistry.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Dec 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Brown is a very intelligent individual, and unless you are just as smart I would not recommend him. The way he explains things in class can be very confusing and hard to understand unless you have read ahead in your chapters. Outside tutoring is basically required to pass this course. I think A+ tutoring saved half my class.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

Loved Dr. Brown's class! Tests are all free response so they are difficult but the homework sets and practice tests on his website are very useful. His lectures are informative and he often does cool experiments in class. It is helpful to have some basic chemistry knowledge before taking this class because a lot of information is covered quickly.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I came in only having a high school chemistry class in my chemistry background and have never struggled so much in a class before. His tests are very hard and are all open-ended. Get a season pass to A+, they will definitely help. Dr. Brown is a very smart man, he even wrote the book, but this class is very fast paced so be ready to work hard.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A-
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Brown was by far the best professor I had my first semester of my freshman year. His lectures are clear and consistent and he is willing to explain anything if you just raise your hand. Although all his lectures are online be sure to attend them and take notes. Homework couldn't be more scarce and there are 4 tests. He wrote the textbook, too.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: C
Dec 28, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Brown is incredibly passionate about his subject and speaks knowledgably about it. However, in his lecture's he speaks very fast and as if you already have a deep understanding of the material. I didn't learned one thing in his lectures, A+ Tutoring is the only reason I passed the class. Tests are also totally free response and very difficult.

Tough Grader
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brown was a great professor. All his notes are online, but he doesn't put completed examples online so you have to go to class. He is very knowledgeable and is always willing to help. I'm not a huge fan of chemistry, but I loved attending his lectures. Test are a little difficult, but if you know material you will do fine.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Feb 22, 2017
Would take again

It is clear that Dr. Brown is passionate about chemistry. His lectures are entertaining. The exams are pretty difficult, as they are all free-response, but many exam questions are very similar to the online homework questions. This class is designed to be difficult, but Dr. Brown does nothing to make it harder than it needs to be.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Apr 14, 2017
Would take again

The class is meant to be difficult and Dr. Brown does a good job of making you actually learn the material. However, he can go fast at times or seem like he belittles the students. The class is definitely easier if you have taken chem AP before and even then you do have to really try for an a. Homework is pretty short and very similar to tests.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Jul 7, 2017
Would take again

He's a big fan of hard homework, not a lot of homework. His lectures are good, but he's a little hard to reach outside of class. It takes a certain personality for him to like you. Overall, not a bad prof, and probably the best one that teaches the class. Tests can be very hard, and the class covers a lot of material.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Jul 24, 2017
Would take again

If your major is chemistry or related to chemistry in any way, I would definitely take him. Great chem lecturer and although his exams are difficult, I left that class with tons of knowledge about the subject. Does clicker questions daily for a grade so attendance is a must.

Respected
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
CHEM107
Oct 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

His exam average is always failing (60s) while all other profs exams are in mid 80s. Do not take this prof if you want a good grade as he teaches and makes high school level chemistry difficult for no reason. Clicker questions are 5% of your grade so attendance is basically mandatory as well. I would give him a 0/10 if it was possible.

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2017
Would take again

He wrote the textbook you use for this class, yet you hardly use it. He tells you everything you need to know in lecture, and leaves his notes online. His homework is tough, but you have unlimited tries to get the question right. He posts practice tests, so you know what kind of questions will be on there. His tests are hard, but doable.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
4.0
5.0
CHEM107
Nov 15, 2017
Would take again

Does well for a Lecture of about 300. He is relatively funny, and he gives weekly homework, except for certain weeks after a test. The class is hard, and Brown gives hard tests, and sometimes will make them harder if the class has been doing well. He tries to help best he can with the companion lab. He also usually answers questions in lecture.

Respected
Participation matters
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: C+
Nov 22, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brown knows his stuff and is good at communicating information. Go to class because 1.) they're fairly interesting (even if you don't like chem) 2.) he works problems ONLY in class that aren't on the slides 3.) 2-3 clicker questions per class. The exams are hard- work out problems as much as you can and repeat.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Participation matters
4.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Nov 29, 2017
Would take again

He is a really good Prof. He just really makes you work for your grade. I took Chem 2 AP in highschool so i sort of knew what was going on but i still had to study hard before tests and read tesxtbook before lectures

Tough Grader
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Tests are tough
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Nov 30, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brown is a great prof. He is clearly passionate about chemistry but he will definitely make you work for your grade. His tests are pretty tough but he puts old exams up on his website to study off of. Go to his lectures because he explains everything really well. Sometimes he can be a little sassy but he's a good prof.

Respected
Tests are tough
3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: C+
Dec 6, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Wouldnt of passed without A+. Tests are ridiculous. Attendance is checked by clickers. I would not recommend; take Goodie

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: B+
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

There's barely any hw compared to all the other CHEM 107 classes. He is a really amazing professor, but He wrote the book so he really knows what He's talking about. His class will be pretty hard if you didn't take AP Chem, but all In all one of the harder profs for this class

Tough Grader
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Dec 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I honestly did not like his class to much. His tests were very hard compared to other professors and I did not feel that his lectures were helpful. Most of the learning takes place on your own. I would recommend taking another professor if possible.

Tough Grader
TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

If you haven't taken chemistry since sophomore year of high school or don't have a strong understanding of it, don't expect an A. Dr. Brown is extremely smart but not the best lecturer. His tests are the hardest out of all the professors and includes a lot of free-response long work out questions. You will have to work extremely hard in this class.

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Tests are tough
1.0
5.0
CHEM107
Dec 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

His tests are extremely difficult .He only gives out previous tests with just the answers, which doesn't help that much. If you want to learn, you have to really make time or go to his office hour and ask. All his test averages are around 60. If you are really good at Chem or don't care GPA, go take him.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B-
Dec 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Brown is the hardest chem 107 prof and your GPA is better off if you take someone else. If you get stuck with him, go to A+ and study hard because his tests are really tough. He is a really sweet man and will help you if you ask. It's really hard to be mad at him when he giggles at himself during class.

Tough Grader
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Tests are tough
5.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

He's an experienced professor and an excellent lecturer. In fact, he wrote the textbook you use, although you don't really need to use it except for studying. He's really cool, and pretty funny as well.

Respected
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Brown is a very smart person, so his pace is often faster than the students can keep up with. The textbook is optional, although he wrote it so his test questions are similar to the textbook problems. He has clicker questions but a lenient, participation-based grading system so you can miss a few and be fine.

Respected
Inspirational
Would take again
3.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He's a good prof, and genuinely cares about his students. That said, he makes his class quite a bit more difficult than all of the other chem profs, so if you're willing to work a little harder and don't mind having tougher exams then take him, you'll actually learn something. If you just want an easy A, take someone else.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 18, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Tests are very difficult and have a heavy weight on the class. Posts past tests online with the answers but no worked out solutions on how to get the end result. He started a new style of testing this fall and previous tests were very different. Gives weekly homework. Also has an optional textbook that I didn't find useful. Go to outside tutoring!!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
4.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: C
Dec 30, 2017
Wouldn't take again

This man was the wake up call I needed for college tbh. If you didnt take AP chem or have sufficient prior knowledge, be prepared to work and study like you have never before. His tests are fiendishly hard not only because of content, but also because of time. He teaches very well but his tests will ruin your aspirations to become an engineer.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Toughest tests in107. Lots of students admired his lectures, but I thought they were a bit over my head. Definitely invest in a season pass at A+ Tutoring. Get as much practice as you can working out difficult problems (see his old tests and A+ tutoring reviews before the tests- merely reviewing class notes will fail. He cares about his students.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B-
Jan 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I hated this class with a passion at first but honestly looking back it wasn't that bad. Clicker question every lecture but 80% 100%, I skipped a reasonable amount of time tbh. I never really understand anything in class yet somehow studying the night before and still pass the exams with 70s. Only studied 3 hrs for final bc I got sick but issa B!

Tests are tough
5.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2018
Would take again

Chem 107 is a "weed-out" class regardless of the professors. Although Prof. Brown's tests are super hard (worse than the AP Chem exam), coming to his office hours after class will help you understand the concept better and prepare you for the exam. Prof. Brown can be humorous and cares a lot about his students (especially those in the front rows).

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Tests are tough
1.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: D
Jan 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

1) Doesn't do much problems in class. 2) Tests are hard and not enough time to complete them. 3) Attend every class or you will fail.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Jan 12, 2018
Would take again

Brown is a decent prof, a good guy but doesent do the best job at clearly explaining the concepts. If you want to do well/understand the material, then GO TO 4.0 TUTORING @ northgate it's a must. There's a lot of online hw due every week but as long as you stay on top of it you should be alright. majority of grade is tests and he grades them hard

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
Tests are tough
2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Jan 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The only class i got a B in. Class is way harder than any other chem 107 professors class. Man wrote the textbook so he knows how to make a class fail a test. Will literally make a test impossible if a class is doing to well on his tests. In order to get an A you're going to have to do a ton of problems and just practice a ton or go to A+ tutoring.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
Tests are tough
1.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: D+
Jan 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Extremely hard to follow, too smart for his own good. didn't skip class once and still had an extremely difficult time. Went to A Plus, which had helpful tips but I am definitely making a point to not retake brown's lecture. Non-flexible office hours and I could never make it due to other classes. Made me hate chemistry even more than I did in HS.

Tough Grader
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Jan 18, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Brown is easily the hardest professor that I've ever had. He takes pride in having low class averages because he equates that to having a "good" class. If you go to office hours, he'll make you feel dumb and will laugh at your frustration. The test are extremely hard compared to the other classes, so prepare yourself weeks in advance.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Jan 31, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Really smart guy that knows what he's talking about but is on another level. Hard to pay attention in class. Helpful during office hours but won't do the problem. Just pay for the season pass at A+ tutoring and you should make at least a B. They "brought" my test average from a 63.5 to like an 83.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2018
Would take again

I took Dr. Brown last semester for 107, and he's super funny and seemed to really care about how we did. There is weekly online homework, but you have unlimited tries on each question and you can message him through the site to get help. This is definitely not an easy course- the tests are pretty hard- but if you put in work you should be fine.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
May 2, 2018
Would take again

Go to class and follow the lectures. Tests are based on homework problems.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
May 13, 2018
Would take again

Professor Brown gets a bad rep because of his hard tests, but he is a good lecturer and wants you to actually learn chemistry. His class is a hard A (I was just over the line) but is not nearly as impossible as everyone says it is. His A range is 87-100 and his B range is 75-86.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

Prepare to study hard for Dr. Brown's class, because it is nowhere near an easy A. But with that being said, I would definitely recommend Brown. He is extremely helpful during office hours, and he knows the content like the back of his hand. The man wrote his own textbook, so I'm pretty sure he knows what he's doing.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Larry knows his stuff, but sucks at teaching it. He wrote the book we use, so reading it is just as hard as understanding him. A+ is the way to go. I've worked harder than ever before in this class, and I'm going to hopefully end up with a B. Not impossible, but try to get someone else.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: C+
Dec 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is a good teacher but his tests are significantly harder than any other chemistry professor. I had to work harder in this class than I have in any other class and I am leaving it with a C. Nice man but his class is ridiculous.

Tough Grader
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is a really nice guy but his class is hard. If you had a hard chemistry teacher in high school and really learned how to think through chemistry problems then you should do fine.

Tough Grader
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
1.0
CHEM107
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Brown is a really good professor. I don't know why everyone thinks he is really hard. I had a really hard AP chem teacher in high school so maybe I was more prepared than most, however if you do the homework, read the book, and work the old tests, his class is quite easy.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

I loved this class. I think anyone who has difficulties with Dr. Brown aren't putting in their fair of effort. If you do most of the reading, show up to class, do the homework, and do some practice exams, you'll get an A. It might sound like a lot but its completely manageable and doesn't take too much time.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
3.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Brown is a very nice guy, but easily the hardest teacher I've ever had. Compared to all the other CHEM 107 teachers, his tests are about 100 times harder because he wrote the book. Would not take again because his tests are insanely hard. Be prepared to get outside tutoring. Attendance is mandatory because of clicker questions in every class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Larry is definitely not the easiest CHEM 107 professor, but his class really forces you to understand the concepts rather than regurgitate the formulas. He is a great lecturer and person, and if you do all your work you'll likely get an A. Take him if you really want to learn the content.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2020
Would take again

Favorite prof of last semester! Very sweet guy! 11/10 would recommend. How to get an A: Go to office hours, please! Yes, tests were hard, but I had almost no chemistry experience and still did well mostly cause I went to office hours regularly. Make sure you know the problem sets well before tests. Find a study buddy! Textbook is helpful.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Jan 16, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Brown is a great teacher who truly cares about teaching his students. If you took AP chem (and decently understood it), this class will be a breeze.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
May 12, 2020
Would take again

Brown is a funny and interesting lecturer, and it really helps to go to every class and take notes. He does not assign a lot of homework. But, you gotta study before the exams because they are a serious time crunch and have some trick questions. He is helpful during office hours.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Caring
1.0
5.0
CHEM107
Jul 8, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you didn't learn high school chemistry really well there is basically no chance you can pass this class. He relies on you already understanding chemistry and is very hard to understand. He goes on tangents and whenever he explains a topic it is hard to keep up. I learned more in my countless hours of tutoring than I did from any of his lectures.

3.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 22, 2020
Wouldn't take again

i didt take ap chem in hs so this class was def a struggle! brown's tests were insanely challenging. the point distribution btwn the free response and multiple choice really brought down my grade and i had to drop it. lectures were good, hes a goofy dude, and def go to office hours and the si sessions for help! go over old exams and you should pass

Lots of homework
Graded by few things
4.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Jul 26, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Brown was a great teacher and was a good teacher for my first semester of college. Chemistry has never been an enjoyable subject for me, but the way that Dr. Brown teaches is pretty interesting and I was engaged to his lectures. He writes difficult tests, but they are definitely not impossible to pass if you pay attention and do the homework.

Respected
Lots of homework
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A-
Nov 18, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Brown makes you work for it. Mine was all online and almost impossible to focus. The class GroupMe saved my butt (ily chemcels). Dr. Brown is a very nice guy, but his quizzes and tests are genuinely really hard. It's entirely possible to work as hard as you physically can and still make a B. Doesn't really curve. It's doable, but be careful.

4.0
4.0
CHEM107
Grade: A-
Nov 20, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Brown is a very nice man who wants his students to succeed. His class is slightly challenging, but he is very easy to talk to and get feedback from. You have to study for the quizzes, but if you understand the material, you will pass.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Tough grader
4.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2020
Would take again

First off, having AP chemistry knowledge will save your grade for the first half of the semester. I did not have any pre-existing knowledge and had to work hard for the grade I got in the class. He wrote the textbook, so reading will be extremely helpful for quizzes and exams. Easily the hardest class I have taken. Shout out chemcels.

Respected
Participation matters
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Brown is super nice and a good lecturer. I started skimming through the videos and just read the textbook and easily understood everything. Having prior AP chem helps a lot, but even if you didnt take AP chem, it's still pretty easy to understand the material. Participate in the questions during class though.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
5.0
CHEM107
Grade: B-
Dec 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If you have no Chem AP knowledge this class will be extremely difficult. Study in class questions and owl homework to pass quizzes/test. I passed by learning the material on my own through youtube. He also makes some concepts a lot harder than they should be. Nevertheless shoutout to CHEMCELS

5.0
3.0
CHEM107
Grade: A
Jan 6, 2021
Would take again

He's amazing. I don't know why it has a 3.5 or whatever, chemistry is hard and the class was not easy. HE is amazing, will be extremely patient and answer all questions, is extremely organized, knows what he's talking about, and wants you to succeed. Work hard and you'll be fine.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
CHEM-327
Grade: B
May 11, 2022
Would take again

I had to take this class twice, but it was not Dr. Brown's fault. He is a great teacher and clearly outlines what is expected. Super helpful and wiling to work with you for makeup work/ tests. I recommend really taking time to understand problem sets, not so much reading the book. His slides are all you need to pass the class!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CHEM322
Grade: A
May 12, 2022
Would take again

Gives group homeworks. Practice exams are very similar to the actual exams, and the final is very close to questions you've seen on exams. Does iClicker but you only need 5/6 of the points to get full credit for them. There's a reason Brown is the goat PChem professor.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Caring
4.0
3.0
CHEM322
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Brown is a great professor- his classes were very engaging and easy to follow. All homework was group-based, making it very easy to prepare in groups for tests. His exams are not particularly difficult if you have a good grasp of math and pay attention to lectures.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
5.0
CHEM-327
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2022
Would take again

His class is the hardest class I have taken at A&M. However, he was a great professor. Kept things lighthearted and brought some fun into P-Chem when he could. He explained things well and always had a funny giggle. Seems like a great guy and an even better professor. Take him if you can.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
4.0
CHEM-327
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Brown is a very good professor. He made pchem very digestible even when it did not seem like it. He also gave ample exams for practice and was available for questions. He is sadly retiring, but if he wasn't he would definitely recommended.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Test heavy
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