E.A. Bering - University of Houston, Houston, TX

Professor: E.A. Bering

Department: Science

College: University of Houston, Houston, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: UPHYS1312
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I am a 4.0 GPA student that loves school and taking Bering for University Physics was a nightmare. You get 10-15 homework problems daily, pop-tests that count as much as regular tests, and set tests that are super difficult. If I were you and didn't want to lower my GPA, I would absolutely NOT take Bering.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He's extremely intelligent, and I thought quite personable. My biggest grievance had to be his powerpoint lecture style. He doesn't sweat the trivial calculations and only asks for symbolic understanding and work. He's a little intimidating as far as asking questions go, but I don't feel any harsh sentiments toward him after his class anyway.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Physics at UH is difficult period. Homework for all intro physic classes is assigned through Wiley Plus which seems to be nearly impossible and is extremely time consuming to complete. However, Dr. Bering's test are fair and he takes the time to make sure students understand the material.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This teacher assgins aloooot of homework. He assigns about 25 problems a week for hw. Be prepared to dedicate most of your time to this class. He gives 3 pop tests, 3 tests, and the final. The tests are not too hard if you really know what your doing. if your looking for any easy way out of physics DO NOT take him.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I you want a good grade, choose another teacher! This class is not easy, homework is not easy, test are difficult! he gives pop test that count as much as a schedule test! there is homework every single day, and is worth 20% of your grade! he explain from the book and he won't work out the problems!!!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He's very wise, but his class is hard. He ruthlessly assigns daily homework that can take between 2-4 hours to complete. His unannounced pop test are hard and count as much regular tests(which are also very hard). He will rip you a new one if you volunteer to work out a problem during recitation. Bering is merciless and his class made me suicidal.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Horrible teacher. I have stuck through the class but the teacher does not teach a single thing. Homework is given everyday and always due in class the next meeting. He has to give extra points for working on problems during recitation to get people to ask questions because he yells at them when they try to work the problems.HorribleHorribleHORRIBLE

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He really wants you to understand how to do it, not just memorize formulas. He may come off as rude, but he is a nice guy actually. You have to do your homework, and study for the test. I got an A overall, which was a surprise when i got my grades

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• 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:

One of the most intelligent Physics professor I have ever known. His class is exremely difficult. He is advocate symbolic reasoning; therefore, if you don't know symbolic math well, you will have a hard time with him. Listen to him, he will teach you the way to master Physics. Do his paper homework, it is the best practice for the tests and final.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• 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:

You might feel badly about losing hw points,however,everything else is worth much more in the end.Focus on doing well on the ~3pop quizes,3hour tests,and the final exam. Individual points on p.quizes and h.tests are worth equal amounts.All test problems are either directly from or heavily based on the textbook(Fund.of Physics,new or past editions).

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• 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:

To do well: learn and understand the basics by working the more reasonable assigned problems(1&2 dots) on your own. Then, if you have time, try the most difficult(3 dots) problems. Go to the library or someplace quiet and work the hw problems on paper because you remember more information. It's also good practice for the tests.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• 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:

If you do attempt the very hard(3dots) problems,use engineering paper(ampad,etc.) and follow Dr. Bering's PST directions.The old tests have value,but I think it's more beneficial to read the book and do hw.Go to recitation on Fridays(~11am or ~12pm) for extra points.You get 10 hw-points for staying and another 10 if you work a problem on the board.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• 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:

Pay attention,ask good questions,and don't miss class.You should pass with at least a B. Remember be patient with Bering;his health slows him down some. Do not take his insults and harsh comments personally;learn from him and you will benefit later on. He has honor and integrity. He has an academic sense of humor so few people understand his jokes.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

If you want to have a normal life dont take him. He expect the students to know the lecture before he taught them. In other words, homework is the next lecture.

Rating # 15

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

If you want to really learn Physics from one of the most intelligent professors at University of Houston, take Bering. If you do all the homework, go to recitation, go to class, visit him in office hours, and study for the tests - you will pass and know a great deal about Physics. Also if you ask him questions during class about how physics applies to the real world you will get some great answers. PS - he is a REAL rocket scientist.. how cool is that?

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHYS13011302
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Comeon guys, Bering makes himself available for questions(and helps you out alot)in office hours. Too bad most dolts don't take time to visit him in his office. Also if you actually knew something about the subject he wont make you look stupid In sum:If you wanna know Physics thouroughly(and watch him verbally abuse idiots),take Dr Bering.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1321
• 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:

Horrible

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1322
• 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:

horrible teacher. acts as if he's above teaching and makes you feel dumb for not understanding everything that spews out of his mouth. tests are hard and overall he's just unapproachable and shouldn't be a teacher period.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHYS3309
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Intelligent. But, on rare occassions, he makes rude comments. I got a B+. The tests were not hard.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: 1321
• 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:

Tests questions are harder than 90% of the homework problems. There is no point in going to class because he can't teach. He has to curve enormously because no one does well on the tests, but he makes sure only a few people get A's and B's.