4.5

Nicholas Bianco

Mathematics - Florida Gulf Coast University

4.5
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
95%
Would Retake
119
Reviews
4.5
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

95%

Would Retake

119

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What Students Say

I hate math, hardly tried, and I passed with a C

MAC2233 - 4.0 rating

He is an amazing professor who really cares about his students

MAC2311 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

46%

Textbook Required

42%

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Based on 83 reported grades
A: 19
B+: 15
B: 15
C: 9
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Respected (18)
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Caring (15)
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Reviews (119)
4.0
3.0
MAT1105
Nov 2, 2009

Lab teacher for my College Algebra class. Very helpful, smart, and laid-back. We almost always got out early, not that attendance was mandatory except on quiz days. I definitely recommend him for your math lab and if he ever does lectures. Doesn't go through all the steps when working out a problem but will help you go through them if you need.

5.0
1.0
COLLALGE
May 30, 2010

he was really fun to learn from. makes sure you understand everything in class. will go over anything if you have questions. super nice.

4.0
2.0
MAT2233
Oct 27, 2011

Good teacher. The material is REALLY hard but he curves his tests as needed. He teaches knowing people don't want to take Calc so he tries his best to make it interesting.

4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Nov 9, 2011

He's a pretty good teacher, essentially goes over the notes given in the math lab. It's kind of a boring lecture but he's pretty helpful.

5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Nov 10, 2011

Very good teacher! I went to see him for extra help a few times and he really knows what he is doing. Very helpful and definitely good at what he does take him if you can!

5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Dec 15, 2011

He is a very clear teacher. If you follow along with his notes, the class isnt hard at all. The homework is a pain in the butt but the test are alot easier than the homework. I would definitely recommend him!

5.0
1.0
INTERALG
Dec 16, 2011

Recomend him. Very nice and eager to help. Funny and keeps the class moving at a good pace.

5.0
2.0
MAC2023
Oct 31, 2012

Easy stats class if you just go to class and pay attention to the notes, he does reviews and is always willing to help.

4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Nov 8, 2012

His powerpoint notes are very helpful! He goes over then in lecture step by step. You do not need to purchase a textbook for this course because you have access to it online in coursecompass MathLab. Alot of home but you have 3 chances per question. 2 exams and final Quizes are every other week which can be a little hard depending on Lab instructor

5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Nov 12, 2012

This guy is GREAT. I loved having him as a teacher. He does an excellent job at teaching the material.

5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Dec 3, 2012

I had Nick for only the lectures in College Algebra. He really nice, explains everything well, and answers any questions you have. He doesn't like it when he can hear you talking during the lectures (which is understandable) and he might secretly make fun of you if you walk out in the middle of a lecture. :) I would recommend this professor.

5.0
3.0
MAC2233
Dec 11, 2012

Awesome professor! Drops a test, a quiz, and two homeworks too. Got and A and I hate math. Best bet for Elementary Calc.

5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Dec 14, 2012

Mr. Bianco is a GREAT professor! He is really smart and a fair grader, he will explain anything to you over if you don't understand... Although the subject (Elementary Calculus) can be challenging, he really explains it well keeps your attention during class! He's funny too. I'd recommend him to everyone!

5.0
2.0
MAC1101
Dec 17, 2012

Nick Bianco is the BEST college algebra professor. Took this class the year prior, and had to drop it, but took it again with Bianco, and understood everything. Highly recommended.

4.0
3.0
SOCSCISTATS
Apr 10, 2013

He looks like Hawkeye from the Avengers! That aside, he is a really great professor and funny too. Really works to help his students understand the subject too.

5.0
3.0
MAC2233
Aug 12, 2013

Bianco is an amazing professor. I took him for algebra and elementary calc. and he is great at explaining things clearly. Plus hes super sexy

5.0
1.0
MGF1106
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2013

ONE OF THE BEST PROFESSORS IVE HAD SO FAR! I absolutely loved learning math in his class. He was great at explaining anything. Everyone enjoyed his method of teaching. It was actually fun to learn math!

5.0
1.0
MGF1106
Grade: A+
Aug 16, 2013

Great teacher. Clearly explains everything, notes are never very long or complicated. He is really funny and is always willing to help you. All in all a very cool guy.

4.0
2.0
MAC
Grade: B+
Nov 11, 2013

he's super funny and makes math easy. probably my favorite professor

5.0
3.0
MUL2110
Nov 12, 2013

For each math class I take, I try to find Professor Bianco to teach it! He's one of my favorites Professors; he is smart yet doesn't use a monotonous boring tone. He keeps class lively so you don't drift off. I always understand the concepts better after hearing him explain them. Also, he is always willing to give extra help during office hours!

5.0
2.0
STA2023
Nov 14, 2013

Bianco is by far the best math professor I have ever had. I am not particularly fond of statistics but I did quite well in his class. I really liked the way he prepares the notes and goes through practice problems in class. He explains thing very well. Attendance is not mandatory but recommended. Hands down awesome professor!

5.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: C
Mar 19, 2014

I got a C in this class, but that is my own fault, not his. He's a great teacher and the lectures were quick and easy to follow. He's willing to help, answer questions and explain things both during lecture and before/after class.

4.0
4.0
MAC1105
Mar 27, 2014

Graet teacher and I've had him for two years in a row now, different course. He explains things very well and keeps it interesting in the process. Not many people like math, but he makes it easy to understand and is willing to help.

4.0
3.0
STA2023
Nov 3, 2014

Really great professor and he is willing to help. 4 tests and a final, drops one test. Attendance not mandatory, but gives pop quizzes for grade so really need to attend. No reviews for tests, so definitely need to study, but great class, especially for statistics. Makes class fun!

5.0
3.0
2233
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2014

Great professor! Love his personality. Very clear at what he expects. Short homeworks! Highly recommend!

5.0
4.0
MAC1105
Dec 17, 2014

One of the few instructors I have run into that actually makes math a tad bit interesting. A really fun guy. The only con was that he didn't give study guides, only for the final, but it makes you study harder so that you remember the information. I plan to take his class for another math course in the near future.

5.0
3.0
STATISTICS
Dec 26, 2014

Prof Bianco is a really good statistics professor and it'd be safe to say one of the best math teachers at FGCU. He's really clear during lectures and will always help you out if you get stuck on something. ConnectMath was a horrible website to do HW on but other than that I completely recommend him. Tests are tough so study hard.

5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2015

A really great professor. He is very clear when explaining concepts and when someone has a question, he takes his time to make sure they understand. Went in the class already knowing how to do everything since I took Calculus in high school, but he gave me a nice refresher. Definitely recommend taking his classes.

5.0
3.0
STA2023
Sep 23, 2015

This is the 2nd time I've taken stats and he made it a lot easier to understand. At first I hated stats but now I don't mind it! He makes the class fun and is very clear when going over problems. I would highly recommend taking this course!

5.0
3.0
MAC2233
Nov 4, 2015

Bianco genuinely cares about his students. Not only is he clear and helpful during his lectures, he's also really funny and makes his classes interesting. I highly recommend taking him for any math class. Calc is hard, but if you put in the effort you'll get a good grade.

5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: A-
Nov 12, 2015

Best professor ever took him for statistics definitely going tot take him for elementary calc

5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Grade: B+
Nov 13, 2015

Bianco was probably the best math teacher I have had since high school. He is very clear with all the sections he covers. He tends to make the class very enjoyable and makes everyone laugh. I definitely recommend him for any math class.

5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B
Nov 18, 2015

Actually teaches! He explains each step thoroughly and is always ready for questions. He's also really funny. He gives random quizzes throughout the semester if there is time left after a lesson so attendance is mandatory.

4.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2015

I would highly recommend taking this professor. You can use a calculator, and he is pretty good at explaining topics. If you are not good at math you will have to study a little bit. If u put the effort in you will pass. GROUP POP QUIZZES!! ;)

4.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: C
Dec 13, 2015

He is one of the best instructors to take for Elementary Calculus, which is required for Business majors. He gives group-based pop-quizzes and also drops your lowest test grade. He is pretty funny, too. I hate math, hardly tried, and I passed with a C. Our class did so bad on the 2nd test, he re-issued it and made it group-based for extra credit.

4.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: C
Dec 14, 2015

I struggled so much in this class, and I got most of my help from outside sources. However, I was able to not retake this class and move on with a C. The only reasons why I was able to do so are because the quizzes are with a group and you can use your notes, I got 100% on almost all homework, and he drops your worst test, quiz, and 2 homework.

5.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: C
Jan 4, 2016

Bianco is an amazing professor who you feel you're friends with. I HATE math and I passed with a C. The online homeworks and group in-class quizzes are what helped me pass. If you study and understand all of the homework, you'll do fine on tests. I would have done better in the class if I would have tried more. Take him for sure; he's great.

4.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: B+
Jan 25, 2016

He will notice and helps students who try their best. Make sure you stay on top of the upcoming homework assignments. Take good notes during his lectures.

4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: C+
Apr 12, 2016

He is an awesome guy but a very tough professor, because he gives good lectures but his tests are very hard. The tests are never as easy as the homework or the lectures are so that throws you off. Also every other class you will have a pop quiz about the last notes and they are group tests so if you do good on those they really help your grade.

5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Grade: B+
Apr 27, 2016

Bianco is a great professor. This is my third calculus class and my first one passing because of him. He is very clear, teaches at a good pace, and is humorous. He drops like 2 hw and 1 quiz. Homework is a little difficult but not a lot of it. Study from the class notes, and the exams are easy!

5.0
3.0
MAC2233
May 1, 2016

Bianco is an awesome professor! Math is not my strong suit and I managed to pull through with a B. Just go to class, pay attention and take good notes and you will pass. The homework and quizzes are a big help too and he lets you take the quizzes in groups. Highly recommend!!!

5.0
3.0
MAC2233
May 8, 2016

Best class for calc. Take him over Huffman. He's a lot more clear, and tests aren't weighted as heavily as Huffman. Make sure you pay attention to the notes that are taken in class. The tests will heavily reflect class notes. Take him if you want to pass calc.

5.0
4.0
STA2023
Oct 25, 2016
Would take again

Bianco is awesome!! He makes the work easy to understand even if (like me) you're horrible at math. If you don't show up to class you might miss a pop quiz and he only drops one quiz, one test, and one homework, so I'd recommend attending class regularly. Buy the textbook code for online homework, but make sure you buy the right one!

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Nov 8, 2016
Would take again

He is a great guy, this is the second year I have him as a professor. His lectures might be confusing, don't hesitate to ask questions. He loves pop quizzes. Lectures are easy compare to the exams. He drops 3 homeworks, 1 exam, and 1 quiz. You have to show your work on exams. The average grade was a C, so he had to give some extra credit.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
STA2023
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

he is one of the only teacher that give multiple choice question which is great. Nick make you work, letting your mind think. If you have any question about something don't leave his class until its answers cause you will be confused. Does give pop quiz. Do the example, homework and study you'll be good.

Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2016
Would take again

Bianco is my favorite math teacher I have ever had. I took him for Elementary Calc and Stats and I aced both classes. He gives pop quizzes , and there is a fair amount of homework, but he drops 1 test, 2 quizzes, and 2 homework grades. Tests are 100% multiple choice, and the final comes from all the tests. Highly recommend!

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
STA2122
Grade: A-
Dec 4, 2016
Would take again

I LOVE BIANCO! Best math professor at FGCU. He truly cares if you learn & he goes above & beyond to make sure you understand. He's hilarious & makes class fun. (Occasional group pop quizzes, easy homework) I have barely passed math every semester at this school, but with him, I'm finishing the semester with an A. 10/10 would recommend!!

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: B-
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

BIANCO IS AWESOME!!! Cool guy who knows how to teach math in a way for people to understand. Homework was all due before the test and was a max 15q's, min had 3q's. Always has office hours & is super helpful!! He doesn't take attendance BUT he gives out pop quizzes that are worth 15% of your grade so it motivates you to go. Really laid back guy!

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

I'd highly recommend taking Prof Bianco for this class, along with any other math class! He makes math lectures bearable while with providing a fun learning atmosphere. Tests aren't bad if you do the homework and go over the notes. He usually tells you beforehand what's going to be on them. Didn't use the textbook itself but used an access code.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2017
Would take again

He assigns quite a bit of homework but if you don't leave it til the end it's really not that bad. A lot of quizzes but they're always open notes, group effort and easy. There were 3 tests and a cumulative final which were all pretty easy. My only warning is that the first test had a lot of vocab which I didn't expect for a math class so beware.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Feb 9, 2017
Would take again

Took him last semester for calc. Solid choice but I feel like I walked out of calc unprepared for calc 2 if you only need calc 1 take him if you need more than 1 I would try someone else.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
3.0
4.0
STA2023
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 13, 2017
Would take again

Pros: multiple choice tests, he drops lowest test score and 2 lowest homework and quiz scores, group pop quizzes, and he is funny and laid back. Cons: fast paced, tests harder than lecture/notes, no extra credit.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
MAC1105
Grade: A
Feb 16, 2017
Would take again

I love Bianco! I had him for college algebra and really enjoyed the class. He made it easy to understand and he makes a lot of jokes that are actually funny. I took him again for stats because I liked him so much. He gives a lot of homework but gives you multiple tries. He also drops your lowest test and quiz. He really wants to see you succeed.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Grade: A
May 7, 2017
Would take again

Fairly easy class with Bianco. He drops the lowest test, lowest quiz, and 2 lowest homework grades. He tries to incorporate business like questions in his lectures and assignments since everybody is in the college of business (he doesn't always do this though). I missed three quizzes and I still passes with an A. All around great teacher

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 3, 2017
Would take again

Come on man... if Bianco is teaching the class you know you're going to get a lot out of it. I've taken him for Stats and I'm currently taking him for Elementary Calc. By far the best mathematics professor at FGCU in my opinion... but don't think that you won't have to work for it. Elementary Calc. is a very tough class, but he makes it bearable.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
MAC2233
Nov 3, 2017
Would take again

Yes! Take his class! The best Calc professor out there, tests are difficult but he'll work with you all the way! Use his office hours (don't go in the day before the test) and take a lot of notes in class. He is very fair and even drops a test and two quizes. I would take his class again!

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
STA2122
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Bianco was the best math teacher I've ever taken! He uses his humor to make every lecture easy to understand. He generally cares about his students and always emails/meets with his students. He shows you step by step how to do each statistical test. Drops one hw, one test, one quiz! A+ for sure!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Would take again
5.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: C+
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Nick is a great professor. He gives pop quizzes but you get to work in groups and use your notes so they aren't too bad. However if you miss class on the day of a pop quiz you'll get a 0. If you have to take Business Calc make sure you take it with him!

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
Would take again
5.0
2.0
STA2023
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2018
Would take again

Bianco's personality is great. He's young and funny and connects well with students. He drops 1 test, 1 quiz, and 1 homework, and his tests are easy if you take 30 minutes to study / just go to class, making it hard to not get an A. I only went like 1/2 of the time and still learned everything / got an A.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Would take again
4.0
5.0
MAC1147
Mar 26, 2018
Would take again

This is a professor that explains the "why" of precalc very well. This class is super easy if you are fresh from college alg but for me it was tough. Put in the time to see him during his office hours and you'll do ok. There was a good bit of homework which took me a few hours to do. He goes fast in class which was a struggle for most of the class

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
2.0
MAC1101
Grade: A
Mar 26, 2018
Would take again

I Love Bianco. Excellent at explanations. Drops lowest test/quiz scores. Pretty fun guy. If you pay attention and go to class, the class is an easy A.

Gives good feedback
Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A+
Mar 27, 2018
Would take again

I had the pleasure of taking pre-calc and calc I with Bianco. He is an amazing professor who really cares about his students. He tries to keep the lectures interesting with corny jokes but manages to break down the concepts in a way that is easy to follow and helps students understand it. He's the best and would take his class again in a heartbeat!

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
MAD3107
Apr 21, 2018
Would take again

Great person and professor. He actually cares about YOU and you doing your best in the class. He's one of the only few professors that I've had that makes an expected boring topic turn into an interesting topic.

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Caring
5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: C
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Gotta come to class for the pop quizzes. We had 13 in a MWF course. Lecture and note-taking based class which isn't my style for math but he's still a great teacher and personality. I struggle with math but I never studied and barely did any of the homework, and still passed

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
4.0
MAD3107
Grade: B
May 15, 2018
Would take again

Bianco gives off the cuff notes, which may be troublesome for some. This class in particular had some very difficult concepts which I think could have been taught better. But, overall, Bianco is a cool guy and a pretty good prof.

Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
MAT2233
Jul 31, 2018
Would take again

This man is the GOAT. One of the few professors that I can say I would take again. He does an amazing job at explaining the material and helps you out a ton if you don't understand it. Math typically isn't my strongest subject but Bianco really helped me understand all of the material. 5/5

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MAC2233
Grade: A+
Aug 21, 2018
Would take again

He was a gem. Was new to the school and he made calc extremely easy. I studied for the first test and it was so easy I was wondering why I even studied. Great teacher!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
1.0
3.0
MAC1147
Grade: B
Sep 26, 2018
Would take again

He was an average professor , but hes the kind that will blow up on guys for sneezing but let the female students yell and laugh , basically get away with anything . I would of considered him a cool dude and good professor if it werent for that

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B+
Oct 16, 2018
Would take again

He teaches how Professors should teach. He's clear, detailed, and makes sure you fully understand the material without teaching unnecessary information. Funny guy too, feels like a casual class. Attendance isn't taken, but he randomly gives group quizzes and you can't make it up if you miss it

Respected
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
STA2023
Grade: A
Nov 16, 2018
Would take again

Bianco is the best professor ever!!! hes hilarious and makes coming to class enjoyable. hes personable and is very clear with his teaching. take this professor!!!

Gives good feedback
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MAC2233
Grade: A+
Nov 30, 2018
Would take again

Nick is by far the best math professor I've ever encountered. He is extremely clear when he teaches the material. Attendance is not mandatory, but I wouldn't recommend skipping any of these classes unless you want to get seriously lost. I mean, come on, it's calculus. He interacts well with students and made a difficult course my highest grade.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: C
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

He was a good professor, but, those quizzes were killer (only if you weren't in class). For the quizzes you work with the people at your table and you can use your notes. Definitely going to class and paying attention is a must if you really wanna pass. There is a pretty easy group project towards the end of the semester.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
4.0
4.0
STA2023
Dec 17, 2018
Would take again

Professor Bianco made Statistics very easy to understand. Throughout the semester we had approximately 13 Pop Quizzes in which you work in small groups. Definitely show up to class, as this will only help your grade. Attendance is not taken, as the random Quizzes serve as attendance. Overall a really nice and approachable guy. Definitely recommend!

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

Bianco gives out pop quizzes, which is his form of "attendance". Other than that, attendance isn't mandatory for every lecture. The homework is super easy and exams aren't bad either. He is extremely funny and willing to help with anything.

Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
4.0
4.0
STA2023
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Very good professor for a slightly harder class, tests aren't too bad

4.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B
May 4, 2019
Would take again

He is super funny and extremely nice. I love this professor. he gives one group project that took us 10 minutes to do. Printout his notes because those will help a lot. miss class and you will be behind but he tutors at his office hours. it is always a good time in his class.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B+
May 5, 2019
Would take again

5-10 questions on exams. Gives you hints in class on concepts to know for the exam, but I'd suggest going to office hours if you want specifics. He drops your lowest exam, homework, and quiz grade. Quizzes are in class working with the people next to you. Overall a cool guy, but the class was pretty challenging with a lot of material covered.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B+
May 30, 2019
Would take again

Bianco makes it as easy as possible to understand stats. The only reason I didn't keep my A in the class was because I didn't take advantage of his office hours when I didn't understand something. My friend in another stats class used my notes from Bianco to pass her class for grade forgiveness- she doesn't think she would have passed otherwise.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MAT1033
Dec 12, 2020
Would take again

Daily quizzes that are able to be completed within a group. Drops lowest test, homework, and quiz grade. Great Professor that really tries to engage with his students to keep them interested. Willing to help and always makes time for questions.

5.0
3.0
MAC1105
Grade: C+
Dec 20, 2020
Would take again

He is an amazing professor and makes math super understandable. He drops the three lowest HW grades, the lowest quiz grade, and the lowest exam grade. He uses MyMathLab to give hw and barely uses canvas. I had half online/in-person but he made the material really easy to understand. He does have "pop quizzes" once in while but they're open notes.

Respected
Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
5.0
3.0
MGF1107
Grade: A
Mar 5, 2021
Would take again

I loved Bianco for general math. His lessons were well taught and he is always willing to help. A few quizzes randomly, but they're only one question on the lesson of the day. He drops 3 hw, one test, and one quiz, which always comes in handy. There are tests every other week, but as long as you do the practice test on mymathlab you'll do okay.

Respected
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B-
Apr 6, 2021
Would take again

Nice person and great teacher. Doesnt make you feel dumb for asking questions.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAC1147
Grade: A-
May 1, 2021
Would take again

One of the best professors I've had - Bianco makes everything very easy to understand and is super approachable if you have any questions. Highly recommend!

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
4.0
MAC2311
Grade: B+
May 1, 2021
Would take again

This was my second time with Bianco and it was just as great as the first time (took him for MAC 1147 previously). A fantastic professor overall, would definitely take him again!

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
MAC2233
Grade: C-
Aug 6, 2021
Would take again

Probably one of the best professors Ive ever had. He is extremely effective at teaching. I hope I get the opportunity to get into one of his other classes in the future.

Test heavy
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
5.0
STA2023
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Super nice guy but teaches super fast. I had him as a hybrid class due to covid so I found myself always having to teach myself. Nothing against the prof but the class was very difficult and I think he could have done a better job executing class time.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
2.0
MAC1147
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2021
Would take again

Professor Bianco is probably the best math professor I have ever had!!! He is so funny and cares a lot about his students. He explains Precalculus in a way that is super easy to understand; I hardly have to study!! Has "random" pop quizzes (but truly tells us there will be one), but they are all open notes. Allows formula sheets on tests. BEST PROF

Respected
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: C-
Dec 17, 2021
Would take again

I had to take this course 3 times because I really could not grasp the subject material. I finally passed with Bianco because he actually teaches and makes sure that you understand the material while working on classwork. He has a kind and understanding demeanor and always makes everyone laugh or at least smile.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
STA2023
Grade: A
Jan 7, 2022
Would take again

Ive never been good at math. Bianco is a god. Attending lectures are essential to your success in the class. Very easy group project at the end of the semester. What you learn in class easily translates to homework, pop quizzes (dont worry they are done in your group and are easy), and tests. His personality really makes you feel less anxious.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: C
Jan 11, 2022
Would take again

This was my 2nd time taking Bianco for a Math Class and I continue to love him as a professor. He super nice and truly wants you to pass his class. I'm terribly at math but I was able to pass Calc. He drops 1 exam, 1 pop-quiz and 3 HW's. He is a chill professor and will help you anyway possible to not fail his class. I highly recommend for any math

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MAC1147
Grade: B+
Jan 26, 2022
Would take again

I 100% recommend professor Bianco. I have never been good at Math, but professor Bianco has a way to teach that helped me understand many concepts. He really cares for his students and he is always willing to spend time explaining new concepts. He is one of the BEST Math professors I have ever had.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
MAC1147
Jan 26, 2022
Would take again

HE IS SO AMAZING. He is literally the only math teacher I will ever take. I signed up for an 8:30 this semester just so I could have him again. 100/10

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
STA2023
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 30, 2022
Would take again

The most chill professor I've had. He explains things so simply, which makes the concepts easy to understand. Homework isn't too bad if you don't wait till last minute, since it's all due on the exam day. He doesn't take attendance ever but sometimes has little quizzes at the end of class that you do with other people. Also really funny!

5.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B
Nov 1, 2022
Would take again

Really cool guy. Hes a pretty good teacher is exams are just kind of hard.

Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
1.0
STA2023
Grade: B+
Nov 28, 2022
Would take again

HE IS THE BEST!! I'VE NEVER HAD A BETTER MATH TEACHER!! 100% would work with him again!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: C
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

Professor Bianco is a great professor and truly cares about his students. I was struggling with understanding the material and he went out of his way to help me understand it. Attendance is not mandatory but he has random quizzes over the course. I would recommend professor Bianco.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
2.0
2.0
STA2023
Grade: B+
Dec 9, 2022

I was not a fan of him. He is strict over everything. He was not helpful when I needed time away from school for family matters. Made my year so much harder for no reason. Not great at explaining. Answers questions with a question. Homework and tests are always very different. I would not recommend him if you want flexibility. Easy work otherwise.

Group projects
Lots of homework
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

Take him he's the best

Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2022
Would take again

Bianco was such a hilarious/funny professor. He made Calc 1 so easy to understand and he gave hints about the problems that were going to be on the exam. Attendance isn't necessary, but there are pop quizzes that he gives out at random. He does not offer extra credit but drops our lowest exam grade. Office hours are helpful for hw help.

Tough grader
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: C
Dec 23, 2022
Would take again

My advice is to print out the notes Bianco has on canvas, he uses them in class and it saves so much time. I wasn't frantically scribbling down everything and was able to put my focus onto what he was teaching.

Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
MAC2312
Grade: B+
May 10, 2023
Would take again

Bianco was a great professor. He made each subject not too difficult, and he gave us a lot of sheets that we could use on the exams. Exams are a little difficult, but the sheets given were useful. There was no final, but he did not drop other exams, as he did for Calc 1. Throughout the semester we had 18 quizzes, but he dropped 3 of them.

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Respected
5.0
3.0
MAC2312
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2024
Would take again

Bianco is my favorite professor of all time without question. he is hilarious and provides amazing lectures. seriously if you fail his course then it is your fault not his. take him at all costs. my only gripe is there is no extra credit but besides that he is literally amazing.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
May 7, 2024
Would take again

He's an amazing professor who always made class enjoyable. Technically you don't have to show up to lectures, but he give in class group quizzes at least once a week randomly. He gives you until the end of each unit to finish the respective homework assignments, and he even dedicates a class before each exam for homework help.

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
STA2023
Grade: B
May 13, 2024
Would take again

Good Professor. His notes and lectures are very clear. I wish he would do some type of extra credit to help out your grade because STATS can be hard or a practice exam. But, overall he is super nice and always has a great attitude.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MAC1147
Grade: B+
Aug 3, 2024
Would take again

Amazing professor and a really nice guy. Lectures are clear and packed with examples, I never left a class feeling confused. Kind of homework heavy. He offers plenty of help if needed.

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Dec 8, 2024
Would take again

He breaks topics down into something easy to understand, and simplifies them even further with real-life scenarios (ish). I'm taking him for as many classes as I can as a math major. Cool dude, funny, and gets to the point while having fun.

Gives good feedback
Beware of pop quizzes
Respected
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2025
Would take again

Biancgoat explains concepts very well, and is funny and engaging in his lectures. There's frequent pop quizzes (quizzies as he calls them) that encourage attendance. A few quiz drops, usually no final. Homework is pretty easy. Outlines what will be on tests. Makes classes very straightforward! Biancgoat 🐐

Participation matters
Hilarious
Respected
4.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: B
Jan 21, 2025
Would take again

Professor Bianco is a great teacher who makes stats concepts easy to understand. His lectures are helpful, and he has a chill personality that reduces anxiety. Unstuck AI was a useful study tool alongside the textbook.

5.0
3.0
MAC2312
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 14, 2025
Would take again

Guys, take Bianco for as many classes as you can. Calculus II is a hard class and I disagree with the people that have said that and its because of how terrific of a professor Bianco is. Short HW and to the point, test corrections for MC tests, help sheets, in-class group quizzes. Lectures are intuitive. Always willing to help. - Walmart Physics

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
MAC2312
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 14, 2025
Would take again

Best professor I've ever taken for any math class. Calculus II is a breeze b/c of Bianco. Take Bianco for as many classes as you can. Help sheets on tests, test corrections for MC tests, always willing to help, in-class group quizzes, intuitive lectures, short HW straight to the point. - Walmart Physics

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
2.0
MAC1147
Grade: A
Jun 6, 2025
Would take again

My favorite prof at fgcu by far. Bianco made me feel so confident with my math skills as someone who thought I could never be good at it. He goes through problems by hand, in detail. I had him for precalc, calc 1, and calc 2, and would happily take any of those classes again with him. Funny guy who cares about his students success.

Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Jul 31, 2025
Would take again

Great professor. I took Calculus 1 (MAC2311) in Summer B, which is only 6 weeks. He made the coursework and homework load very manageable. I would recommend anyone who has to take calculus to take it with Bianco

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
MAC1147
Grade: B
Aug 6, 2025
Would take again

Professor Bianco was an awesome Professor! He didn't require us to buy a textbook, but obviously, he used MyMathLab for all the homework. He gives open-note quizzes and drops the three lowest homework assignment grades and the two lowest quiz grades at the end of the course. He allows you to use a formula sheet on the tests too!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
MAC2311
Grade: A
Sep 10, 2025
Would take again

EASIEST math class ever — Professor Bianco is not only an expert, but also how to be an effective and engaging professor. Makes course content digestible and easy to remember so tests and "quizzys" are a breeze. Grades fair and drops lowest scores. Obviously, you gotta do the work and show up, but if you do you'll do great. Absolutely recommended.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
2.0
MAC2312
Grade: A+
Nov 5, 2025
Would take again

He is genuinely an amazing professor! I look forward to going to his class everyday and laugh in lectures. Calc 2 is hard, so you need to study and be prepared. Bianco makes it as easy as he can for his students! I really appreciate how helpful he is.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
2.0
3.0
MAC2311
Grade: B
Nov 11, 2025
Would take again

Pretty good with lectures and notes, and manageable homework. Downsides are no extra credit and he can feel unapproachable at times, kind of has a passive aggressive attitude. "No questions during test" policy can be hard at times. Very straightforward, but you have to dedicate a lot to this class if you aren't math savvy. No practice tests.

Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
2.0
3.0
STA2023
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2025

He provides a lot of notes which are very useful. You can't use notes on tests, but you can use a formula sheet. You are, however, allowed to use notes on pop quizzes. If you struggle very heavily with math I don't think I would recommend him, but if you know you're good you'll be fine. There is one group project assignment so be wary of that.

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
2.0
MAC2312
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

the actual GOAT. i would not have passed calc 2 with any other professor.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Beware of pop quizzes
4.0
4.0
STA2023
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 13, 2025

Great professor, it's obvious that he cares about his students and that he wants us to learn, but I feel as though he overly simplified everything and that just isn't my way of learning.

Hilarious
Beware of pop quizzes
Respected
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