Fred Heck - Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI

Professor: Fred Heck

Department: Science

College: Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHSC110
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

You don't have to go to class but he has 3 point assignments every day that if you miss you won't get the points and they add up. You have about 15 minutes of homework before every class period, but it's pretty easy. Tests are super easy in the class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: GEOG221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Very passionate about the subject and takes time to make sure you understand the material. Daily homework but it's pretty easy. Sets up a routine so every class is the same and you know what to expect. Good and easy class to take for a science credit.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHSC110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Beware: LEARNSMART. However it is better than the alternative to paper homework. No multiple choice tests. The online quizzes are really hard. Exams are super easy though, just two concept sketches that are determined by a deck of cards (that part is very nerve wracking). Overall pretty easy class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: GEO121
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

AMAZING! one of the best profs i've hard so far. caring and kind. labs are a blast takes you outside to the Sleeping Bear Dunes for a trip. Freds class is one of the coolest classes i have taken. as long as you do the homework and pay attention to the concept sketches for exams you will have an A in the class he is hands down THE BEST!!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: GEOL131
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

This guy is awesome! Labs are almost always outside and we took a trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes! You learn so much and have a great time doing it. He's always willing to work with you if there's an issue, very helpful. I was considering taking this class at a community college to save money but honestly glad I took it at Ferris w/ Heck, he's amazing!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: GEO121
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

One of my favorite professors I have had at Ferris. Makes the class interesting and is very helpful when you have questions. The class was pretty easy but still learned a lot. Labs are pretty fun and don't always take the whole time.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: GEO121
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Cool professor to take for a gen-ed class. Has a unique method of setting up exams, but it was really pretty simple to buckle down. About 45 minutes of studying almost guaranteed an A on the exam. Homework was tedious sometimes but buffed the grade a bit so it was worth it. Good class, funny prof.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: GEOL121
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Fred is an amazing professor! He doesn't lecture, but uses videos, concept sketches, and group activities to reinforce the info. Homework and quizzes were on connect and all very easy. Midterm and final are concept sketches and labs were very interesting. Fred really knows how to engage his students. He is also very lenient about late work.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: GEOL121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Heck is my favorite teacher this semester. He is an amazing teacher and knows how to do his job. He connects really well with his students and wants you to learn. Boring subject but he makes it more interesting. Exams are on sketches which are a lot easier if you are a visual learner.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHSC110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed his class and would take him again in the future. He knew everyone's name in the 100+ student class within a week or two. Lots of group work and homework everyday. His tests are completely based off of homework questions which makes it easy to know what to study.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: GEO150
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

A truly terrible professor. Doesn't captivate with his lectures. Horribly boring, damn near impossible to focus. This University needs to do away with professors as low quality as this.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: GEOL221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Lots of group work and a fun field trip

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: INPS110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Lots of group work

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHSC110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Very easy going. Everyday you work in teams. Homework everyday but it is really easy. Tests are easy if you go over your worksheets the night before. Professor Heck takes the time to get to know everyone individually.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: GEOL121
• 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:

Well organized, helpful, great professor.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: GEOL121
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is a good guy,and he knows the topic very well. BUT the class is like watching paint dry and that is an understatement. As far as the class goes it is not that hard but its hard to get into it.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: GEO221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is very knowledgable in the subject of geology and earth's history. Reminds me of David Letterman. He greets every person/group before class generally. He can be a bit awkward at times but is generally a solid guy.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: GEOL131
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Awesome professor!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: GEOL210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor. Truly knows what he is talking about and actually cares about his students. I took both of his geology classes for science credit and really enjoyed both of them. His use of groups and lots of hands on material really sets him apart from other professors.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHSC110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Awesome teacher! His classes are easy, fun and interesting.