Chris Petersen - College of DuPage

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Chris Petersen - College of DuPage

Professor: Chris Petersen

Department: Biology

College: College of DuPage

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: HONBIOLO1151
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor. Always willing to answer questions and clarify material. Throws in the occasional joke, which is nice in the middle of longer material. Sometimes it was a little hard to hear in the back, but the lectures were presented well. Paper in the honors class was extremely helpful for future classes.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: 1152
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Most people love Mr. P. He's a cool guy and knows is stuff! I did amazing first semester with a diff prof but with Mr. P. I had the hardest time. My tests were all C's. He uses powerpoints to lecture and skips more than half the slides. His teaching style just didn't click with me.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: 1152
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Petersen is super nice!! He does expect a lot of the students and have them memorize stuff that other classes don't. However, his short answer exams are clear and he gives out partial points Always take SHORT ANSWERS He is one of few who prefer his students to take short answer rather than multiple choice even though scantrons are easier to grade

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: BIOLOGY1551
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: Yes
Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Petersen walks the walk; he is a true environmentalist. He knows his stuff, and does his best to teach it. He takes the time to get to know each student, building upon the relationship throughout the semester. Environmental Biology was extremely easy; the tests and assignments were common sense and very straightforward. Highly recommend!

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: BIOLOGY1151
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

One of the best professors at COD. Don't even bother getting the book, STUDY YOUR NOTES AND YOU WILL GET AN A! Always take short answer tests over multiple choice. He is very helpful, his tests are a little tough but if you study the notes you should definitely be fine. I 100% recommend taking him for biology!

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: 1151
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Such an amazing professor. He wants everyone to pass and he helps you get there. TAKE THE SHORT ANSWER TESTS. Study your notes like crazy and you'll do fine, it's all memorization! I wouldn't want to take this hard curriculum class with anyone but Dr. P.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: 1151
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: Yes
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Petersen is an amazing professor, my favorite by far. He will go out of his way to help each of his students and will work with you until you have a thorough understanding of the material. I recommend taking one of his classes because you will learn a lot and because he is a great teacher. The tests are tough and TAKE THE SHORT ANSWER.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: BIO1151
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed his Biology class. He cares about this students. ALWAYS TAKE THE SHORT ANSWER TESTS. If you go to his office and talk to him he will tell you what is on the tests. Do not buy the book!!!! His tests are based of the notes and his study guides. Over all he is an amazing professor. I will be taking him again next semester!

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: BIOLOGY1110
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I like Petersen because he likes to help his students one on one!

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: 1151
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I'm a bio chem major and I'm taking him for bio 2 also. Probably my favorite teacher at COD so far and hopefully he'll write my recommendation for when I transfer. Don't be scared to ask him questions and ALWAYS take the free response tests over the multiple choice (he gives you the option). His sarcasm is hilarious and he's got great credentials.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: BIOLO1110
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I took him for environmental biology and ended up switching my major because I enjoyed it so much. He's an awesome professor and cares a lot about his students and their success in his class. The tests are not bad as long as you do the reading and pay attention during the lectures. He curves them too which helps a lot. Take his class!

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: BIO1151
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I LOVE THIS TEACHER!! He is seriously amazing. Wicked hard tests but he gives you the benefit of the doubt. Curves his grades like mad. Basically if you show hard work and dedication, you'll get a good grade. Goes to every student at the beginning and learns about them. Took his class after having horrible Mrs Robinson. He's great!!

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: BIO1152
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: Yes
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Absolutely wonderful teacher! He is so nice and takes his classes seriously. He is ALWAYS willing to help and go over things with you. His tests are ridiculously hard so studying is an absolute must! But again, wonderful teacher! I definitely recommend him.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: 1552
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors at COD. Explains everything very clearly, Take him, u wont regret

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: BIO1152
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

For Credit: N/A
Textbook Used: No
Would Take Again: N/A
Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Best teacher! Loves what he teaches and loves if u ask questions. Concerned for everyone. Gives u choice for tests, short answers or multiple choice. Short answers are recommended: grades them leniently. There is no reason y u won't like him...take him :) my favorite teacher at COD

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: BIO1152
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Petersen is by far one of the best professors at COD. You will definitely learn in his class. He is so passionate about what he teaches and you should FOR SURE GO UP TO HIM and ASK HIM QUESTIONS during his office hours. He even gives you hints for tests. you will learn in this class. Read the notes, study ahead of time and you will do GOOD!

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: BIO1152
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Petersen is by far the best biology professor at COD. He is such a nice, caring man and funny man. He has two types of test, multiple choice and short answer. But trust me! SHORT ANSWER IS BETTER. I didn't really use the book, pretty much read his notes. But read the book over topics that are a little arduous to understand. TAKE HIM!

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: BIO1152
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Great guy, funny, insightful and he cares about his students. His lectures are very clear and interesting "Write down flowcharts until you're blue in the face." He gives you choices for exams, multiple choice or short answer/essay. Take the short answer it is almost exactly like his study guides. One of the better teachers I took at COD.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: BIO1151H
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:

Great Teacher! My first class first semester n became my fave. He took time to know everyone one on one. He is really helpful n jokes a lot. He does care about you. Notes are all you need. Don't think you can get away with multiple choice without studying. STUDYING IS A MUST. take the short answers maybe. NO WAY YOU WONT LIKE HIM.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: 1151
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This class was pretty hard and you really do have go above and beyond for your grade. Dr. Petersen helps out his students alot so don't be afraid to go in and ask for help. The tests are all based off the notes and go with written exams because they are easier.

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