Dave Dempsey - San Francisco State University

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Dave Dempsey - San Francisco State University

Professor: Dave Dempsey

Department: Meteorology

College: San Francisco State University

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: GEOL405
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This professor likes to demean his students and obviously is frustrated by them. Shows up 30 min late to class. He makes it clear that the only person who can ever say anything right in that class is him. This class would be great if it wasn't for the teacher.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: METR104
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Boring! Lame class, professor loves to insult his students because he thinks he's funny. I didn't learn anything in this class. Don't take this unless you absolutely have to.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: GMO405
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dave is first most a scientist. He will not sugar coat anything about your grade or performance in the class. I see some people here are upset that he embarasses you, but he doesn't. He asks you questions that you probably don't know the answer to so you really grasp the logic behind it. If you don't want to be a scientist, don't take the class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: METR104
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Doctor Dempsey is one of the most intelligent teachers I have had. He knows so much about meteorology (other stuff too) and really enjoys it, so he's willing to help out any time. He's always available for office hours and responds to emails quickly. The class is kind of hard but if you get help you shouldn't have any problems. Highly recommended!

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: METR104
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's a smart guy who is really into his subject, but doesn't seem to know how to translate it to his students. He spends amazing amounts of time explaining things, the result of which can range from helpful to boring or condescending. His class was painfully boring at times. Assignments are numerous and ambiguous.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: METR405
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Here are the 3 assumptions to work under: Only he can teach you what YOU are supposed to know, what he teaches is law, he can insult you as often as he wants using his knowledge that he has not yet taught you. Dave is a difficult person to work under - he loves to embarrass his students. DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASSES - I wish I had taken this advice.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: METR104
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Enjoys making snide comments if you're "wrong". Too much work, most of which is NOT worth any points. Assignments are tough & extremely ambiguous. Only ONE of many assignments graded all semester. Wastes HOURS going in-depth w/ material that does not apply to assignments. Inevitably, you're left confused, frustrated & annoyed after every class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: METR405
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Hard teacher, expects a lot from his students. Brilliant and can learn a lot from this guy. Downside: he finds it difficult to give praise, while all too easy to give criticism, which can make taking his class a discouraging experience.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: METR402
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dave is not only the smartest teacher I've ever had, but the most patient and helpful teacher I've ever had. He will sit with your for hours until you get it. Dynamics is very challenging, but if you work hard and try your best, you will do well. Take advantage of Dave in his office. He is so helpful and he cares so much about his students!

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: METR405
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dave is a brilliant person, who has a unique and effective teaching style. He lets the students work in groups and this keeps things fresh. Dave has more energy than a triple latte and like many geniuses, possesses a big healthy ego, and a strict set of guidelines for his assignments. If you want to work hard and learn a ton then Dave is your guy.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: METR405
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dave is one of the most caring and patient teachers you will ever meet. The climate change class will require you to work very hard (I spent hours each week for this class). But I learned so much. It's amazing how much you can learn in one semester with Dave. Not only that, but he teaches you to become a clear thinker which is good for the future.

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: METR405
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Dempsey is a great teacher whose goal is for you to learn the material and more importantly, understand it. Planetary Climate Change has a steady work load that lasts all semester, but it is never overwhelming. Very worthwhile considering the current greenhouse gas issue.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: METR201
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Dempsey was a great teacher. He was very challenging, but he was very helpful, and at the end we had learned so much. Be prepared to work, but it will pay off. He is such a smart, helpful man! Had a lot of in class thought questions which were great for our mind, and pre-class quizzes online helped prepare for class. I highly recommend him!

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: METR201
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Very Hard, assignments are very tricky and very wordy, expects you to know everything, horrible grader,very picky,not recommended.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: METEOROLOGY
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is definitely a hard teacher to come by. However, you will not find another teach er like him who truly cares and stays at school late to help you out. He really wants you to understand the material and not just get by. All you need to do to do well is to ask questions and ask for help. His door is always open, and he is a really nice guy.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: GEOL309
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Whenever it was his day to present the lectures I felt like I was going to fall asleep. He has a weird sense of humor that doesn't always reach the audience. He is a very nice guy and tries to be very helpful, but isn't always on top of things. He also gives a lot of projects. I never knew what format he wanted and instructions only confused me.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: METEOROLOGY
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He requires an extremely large amount of work from his students. He wants to make sure that you know your material. Hes a good teacher, its just that his teaching style makes his classes hard. hes a hard grader and makes you read alot. but in the end, you'll have learned so much from him, you just have to put in the time.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: METR320
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I agree, he's a jerk. Too much work, poor instruction, and he talks down to you. Avoid this one if you can.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: GEO310
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Best Science Teacher you can possibly have, but be ready to work. Very fair grader too!

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: METR320
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: N/A
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: N/A

Comment:

first rate jerk.

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