he's cool.

Dr. Omar really cares about the students. Sometimes he is a little hard to understand (at 8 in the morning) but he will help you with anything you ask. He really knows the subject well.

Sometimes he is hard to understand through his accent. Although, he is very thorough instructor and knows his stuff! His jokes are really corny. Don't take him unless you have taken 30A or AP chemistry from someone else.

there is alot to learn in a short time in this class, but i thought dr omar did a good job of covering it. he is very helpful during office hrs, and works very hard (he makes a companion notes packet for each chapter). DONT fall behind!

When I was in his class, I cursed him for assigning such a huge amount of homework, and for having a somewhat cold demeanor. But in retrospect, I appreciate his throughness, and he was very helpful when I came during office hours. During class he can be cranky and sometimes rude; approx 1/2 of the class dropped by the end.

a tough ass, but i learned quite a lot and enjoyed the class overall.

After taking his class, you will have learned something. He is fair and extremely helpful.

Dr. Omar is a great teacher. He is always there for his students, and will take as much time as needed to help. His accent is a little daunting at first, but you get used to it. Tests are really well-rounded and you have to work for the A, but it is definitely worth it because you learn a lot.

Really wants you to learn. Fast paced but reasonable. Excellent if you want to learn chemistry. Can show humor as well.

Dr.Omar is very professional, No Chem 1A is not an easy class but, if you are willing to put in the work this class is excellent. The ONLY bad thing I could say about Dr.Omar is that he is a tad anal with grading his labs. Other than that I wish I could take Chem 1B with him! Good luck all! You cant go wrong with Dr Omar!

Dr. Siraj is a fantastic professor. He's hard but thorough, and his lectures make everything very clear. If you are willing to put in the time, I guarantee you will do well- his tests, quizzes, and labs are challenging but fair. If you do the homework and come to class, you will certainly get an A. Great Prof!

highly recommended. If uu do the work for the class u will be definetly fine.

Honestly, he's much better than his ratings suggest. Class is hard at first, but if you put in the effort it's enjoyable. He'll take you seriously if you take the class seriously. Always do the exercise sheets/practice exams and read his chapter synopses (all available on his website). A lot of goof-offs may complain about him?don't worry about it.

tough but fair instructor, learned a lot from him and his class (both on the subject and how to study well). this is the kind of instructor you want to have in order to learn how to handle these classes (e.g., hard science courses). if you can master his class (learn to study), you're set.

He is a very caring professor. The class is not that hard as long as you study. Lots of materials are covered in the class and its normal to study on your own outside of the class. No complain about that! He is a Nice Professor.

Prof. Omar is hard to understand and whips through the material, but he definitely prepares you for the next level. You have to work hard to get a good grade, but if you do, you will not have a problem with future classes. He will give you extra time if you need it. If you put in the effort he will too.

Siraj knows his material very well. His class can be challenging but I feel much more confident about chemistry now that I have taken his classes (1A & 1B). He has many handouts and lecture notes as well as a great TA that offers tutoring on Wednesdays after lab. Be sure to make use of these resources! Will miss having him as an instructor.

Siraj may seem like a difficult prof., but if you ask him questions during his office hours he is receptive and very helpful. The hardest part about the course is keeping up with the courseload. There's a direct correlation between students' homework grades and their overall grades. A tough class but you'll be very well prepared for future classes

Dr. Siraj was a great professor in Chem 1A. Very helpful, dedicated to student learning. I learned a ton. He lectures really quickly at times. The course is a ton of work. Do the reading before lectures, otherwise you may be lost. Chem 30A is an easier class--many people should be in that class instead or before taking this one.

Do you want to major in chemistry? Are you looking to actually learn and know how chemistry works? Take this class, Siraj is very intelligent and passionate about the subject and offers help to anyone who is having trouble. Highly recommend taking an intro course prior to this class if your basic chemistry is rusty. It's challenging, but rewarding.

Nice Professor. Chem 1A is hard Chemistry, but the professor is nice. Always available for office hours. Very helpful in explaining one on one. You just have to ask Siraj if you don't understand anything. He will explain. Like any other class, be prepared to put in lots of hours and efforts to do well. You will learn a lot.

Class is extremely hard, make sure you study a lot! Always leave one full day to do the homework and study the materials. The professor is very nice & always available during office. May seem a little scary at first but very caring. Tests are hard, do well on them, the quiz & labs. Don't expect an easy A put time & effort to this class!

It's a college level class. Some students really like to be spoon fed by the professors. You have to do a lot of independent studies on your own. This is a hard class but if you ask for help, Siraj is always there. Good Professor. Highly recommended.

Chem 1A is an extension of Chem 30A at BCC. Take this class only if you have taken some Intro Chemistry course before. Tough subject, you need to apply yourself but the professor is always available for help in his office hours.

Very helpful once you get used to the accent (think malaysian accent.) Class average was a B. Study and you'll get an B. Work harder and you'll get an A.

Very organized, always on time, knows his chemistry very well, easy grader, detailed updates of grades after every midterm is a bonus, always available for questions, gives out alot of extra credit. An occasional take-home quiz. 9 quizzes, 3 midterms, 1 comprehensive final (exam reviews available). Honestly there isnt a teacher whod make it easier

Great Professor ! Those complaining about the tests being hard are the ones who don't study everyday. Getting an A in Chemistry is no joke. It needs serious handwork and disciplined efforts. If you cannot study Chemistry regularly, don't take it. Studying a day to two before the test won't help much. It's everyday progress which matters. OK.

Dr. Omar is a good professor. You have to study hard and apply yourself too. Chemistry is no joke. If you don't understand anything, just ask. He gives office hours in which he can explain more. Read the text book and do your homework. Dr. Omar is helpful.

Siraj demands a lot and grades hard, but I learned so much. Do the exercises in his handouts, expect to spend a decent amount of time on lab reports and attend class. The textbook was good to have as a reference & clarify gray areas but grading is based mostly on lecture material. Don't spend too much time reading or on homework. Practice problems.

General Chemistry will be a hard course with any teacher but Siraj makes sure that he makes himself available to help his student if you want to pass the class with an A go to office hours, do the problem sets in class, take notes and do the homework this is a class that requires work and dedication.

He's always helping students on textbook HW and handed-out worksheets during office and tutoring hours. It's basically doing pages and pages of worksheet problems as practice for his tests. He's busy, so he might be curt, but he will explain step by step solving method.

Chemistry is pretty tough subject. You need to apply yourself a lot. Chem 1A is a 5 unit course. Make sure your schedule is not overloaded with other heavy coursework. This class is not an easy class. Siraj is always there to help in office hours. You just need to ask for help. He is a fair grader.

As a fearful first time chemistry student, I couldnt have asked for a more welcoming, organized and knowledgeable professor. This class is HARD and requires allot of work, time and effort. Dr. Siraj loves what he does and goes above and beyond to help his students, even out of his office hours. He is the true definition of "teacher".

I'm honestly confused that the overall rating isn't much higher. I don't understand. Omar is an incredible professor. He offers so many resources for you to do well and makes himself available to help. For those who don't do well, they're clearly not putting in the necessary time and work. Chemistry is not easy but Omar makes it doable.

Lectures aren't always super helpful (heavy accent and fast pace) but still go to each class! Do all of your reading prior and go to any review sessions he hosts. Wiling to help but do not fall behind! Lab reports are difficult but ask for help. Siraj seems scary but he is actually pretty nice as long as you're not always fooling around in class.

Super nice guy. Lectures are pretty boring but I'm not really that into chemistry. He is a very knowledgeable professor and tests on things he goes over in class. If you work hard you should pass.

He sets you up for success, very helping and thorough lectures. lots of work required but easy A if you keep up with the hw, tests and labs

This class is accepted across almost all of CA University's. If you are not dedicated, you will not pass. That is the point. This is the first and only Chemistry Class I have ever needed. I spent on average 5 hours a day for 4 months in toutoring, class, or working on Homework. I walked away with a B, and a stronger work ethic. Good Luck.

Chem 1A is difficult, be prepared to put in a lot of work. He gives a lot of extra credit and is always accessible outside of class to help you. GO TO FREE GROUP TUTORING, THIS IS THE BEST WAY TO GET AN A. He is a really nice and caring professor. Start of the semester was rough, but I put in a LOT of work, did all extra credit, and went to tutoring

It is a tough class but he gives you the resources in order to succeed. There is plenty of extra credit available. You have to be ontop with assignments and make sure to give it your all. You will succeed if you put in the effort :) He is a great teacher and I highly recommend his class. The class was challenging but it made me a better student

I took Siraj's courses for both Chem 1A and Chem 1B. The format is similar in both classes: expect to have Sapling HW due every 2 weeks, weekly quizzes, and monthly tests. The workload doesn't seem excessive as long as you make sure to study the chapters weekly as assigned. The professor provides PPTs, review guide, and practice quizzes! Helpful.

Chemistry is difficult so you have to be ready to put in the work for this subject. Siraj gives plenty of material, resources and office hrs! Homework is online and there are (optional) packets for every chapter, practice quizzes and practice exams. You are really set up to learn all the material but you need to put in the time, lots of time!

Very good prof, his class is clear.

Graded on 3 midterms, 1 final, weekly quizzes (he uploads practice quiz), and weekly online hw. It's the mindset that matters because he's really caring and wants to help you. I can see that he seems unapproachable, but once you do, he will hold on to you and answer your questions. he may seem nitpicky w grading but overall grade you will be fine.

chem 1b content is hard but Siraj puts up practice exams and quizzes so it will be doable if you work for it. I noticed some people dropping towards to end of class bc they are scared by their quiz grades, etc. but if you hold on, ask him for help, keep doing assigments, and study for your quizzes/exams, you will be fine. He's a nice guy.

His class was challenging but Siraj is more than willing to help. He is invested in his students and makes himself available to them. He is very organized and has a clear grading system.

Siraj is a nice guy, always accessible. His class is not "easy." You have weekly lab reports, quizzes, online homework, and 3 midterms and a final. You have to get into a routine of these weekly work to do or else you will think there is so much every week. But if you do them, you will pass, make sure you ask him q's about the exam. Loved him.

Omar is a solid choice to take Chem1A/B with. He's been teaching at BCC for awhile. 3 midterms, final, weekly lab report/quiz/sapling hw due. it's not little but once you get used to it, gets easier. he always makes himself available outside of class &if u utilize those times, he will give you extra help & hints on the exam. he's a fair grader too!

Dr. Omar's class was a very fun and exciting class. He is to the point and very direct in what he teaches. The homework acts as a study guide for midterms and it can save you if you get lower than B's on exams. He answers questions really well and he gives partial credit on his online exams which can help boost you to a decent grade.

I took Dr Siraj for Chem1A and I'm now taking his Chem1B class. He's really nice, his lectures are organized and it's clear what he expects. There's average amount of homework, his quizzes are easy, exams are hard, but he gives extra points if you got a problem semi-right. He's very patient and always answers questions in a helpful way.

Dr. Siraj was my favorite teacher and he made learning chemistry fun and easy. Chemistry is a really hard subject in general, but he takes time in lectures to answer and make sure everyone is caught up. He will answer any question you have the best he can. He gives extra credit. All he asks for is to attend lectures and do work. 10/10.

I really liked Siraj, but other students in my class complained. He's very organized and his syllabus has all of the important dates as well as a clear grading system. Plus, I found him genuinely funny and enjoyable. It is a hard class but he's a fair grader if you aren't prepared to work for your grade then just don't take chemistry at all.

Dr. Siraj is a very smart guy. He is a pretty lenient grader, however his exams and quizzes are difficult. Studying days in advance was the only way for me to get good grades. His homework is tedious but does help with studying. This class is hard, but Dr. Siraj will work with you and I recommend taking him for CHEM 1B.

Dr. Siraj is a very understanding professor. He is very communicable is loves to talk. He has a thick Indian accent that may be hard to understand. His lectures are very important and he gives quizzes almost every week. His Lab Reports are intense, but he is a lenient grader.

He can be difficult to understand, but watching youtube videos on the material and doing the homework was all I needed to pass the multiple-choice exams. He gave partial credit back on test corrections, and labs were fairly straightforward. While I wouldn't say he is the most amazing prof, his class was very doable and he made chemistry doable.