Randy Alex - Douglas College, Coquitlam, BC

Professor: Randy Alex

Department: Chemistry

College: Douglas College, Coquitlam, BC

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CHEM110210
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Randy's class was the hardest academic endeavour of my life. infinitely harder then any other course I've taken. However, 8 hour study days slowly moulded me into a good student. I will forever be indebted to Randy Alex, as he transformed me as a student. Thank you.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1108
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Randy Alex was an awesome teacher. I know many people will say he is a hard marker but it is no surprise what he expects from you, he tells you exactly what he is looking for. So if you're paying attention and committed you'll be fine. He's incredibly smart and his outdated but humble humor makes his class that much better. Inspirational!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I suggest taking the class with a different instructor. His tests are open ended. His marking scheme always gets you; he unnecessarily docks a couple of marks just because you worded the answer differently. Although he generously gives out bonus marks here and there, that still does not compensate for his bad teaching style. He should retire.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1108
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors I've had, changed campuses to continue in Chem with Randy. Lectures are inspiring, he does his best to keep it interesting. Hes a hard marker, but if you do the homework and show up, as well as actually study 3 hours per hour of lecture (like any chem prof will tell you) theres no reason you cant get an A+ like I did

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I want Randy to have my children

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Good professor. Sometimes gets a bit excited in class which can be somewhat distracting.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1104
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great lectures! The only complaint I have is sometimes he yells and whispers for theatrical effect, which can negatively impact audibility or jolt you. Some quizzes are very time-constrained considering content, and the final was tougher than the sample he handed out. Brushed over a few subjects at the end, but they were pretty simple concepts.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CHEM104
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Always makes sure that there are no surprises; you always know when an assignment is due or a quiz will be. He always makes sure that everyone knows whats going on and leaves no man behind. Genuinely wants everyone to do well. not a Tough marker/ makes you show all your logic but in the long run its handy. If you stay on top of things you're golden

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1110
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Randy is a well organized prof. His lectures are very detailed, which clearly explains the important topics throughout the course. While he is an old prof, he is very approachable and understanding when you ask for help. Showing interest in the course will easily pass you through the course. Put in the effort, floating by will not pass you.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1108
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Randy is a great teacher and a very brilliant man! He is very clear with what you need to do to succeed in his class; work hard and put in time!He is a tough marker but he is also a fair marker, meaning he tells you what he's looking for on his exams. Use the course outline he gives you to study for his exams! Will definitely take his class again!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1210
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Excellent Professor, really want the students to succeed. The material was very difficult. You need to spend 3 hours for every 1 hour of lecture to get a top mark.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1108
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Harrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrd marker, take 1/4 here, take1/4 there, and fianlly get a 1/4, but he is alwaya willing to help you, very nice guy when it comes to ask him questions.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

he marks really hard for the tests and exam especially definition and qualitative questions. he speaks clearly during lecture, but may bore and make you sleepy. he gives out handouts for every chapter and also detailed course objective. rely on that objective for test preparation, it's essential! get ready to review some materials by yourself.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: 1210
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

RANDY IS A GOOD TEACHER BUT HIS TESTS ARE VERY HARD. BE PREPARED TO WORK HARD BUT IF YOU DO IT WILL PAY OF. DONT SKIP ANY LECTURES.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

i died in this class

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The most difficult marker, its ridiculous how much detail he wants for his answers. Test questions are resonable but his marking techniques are horrific. If he likes you ask questions, if not be prepared to get embarrassed infront of your entire class.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CHEMISTRY1110
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

absolutely boring, talks WAAAYYY TOO MUCH, repeats unneccessary things all the TIME, try your best to avoid him! his tests and quizes are just ridiculous, will never talk any courses with him nor will i ever ask him for help again. just bad, really bad

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1108
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very tough professor. He is very passionate and will help explain when you don't understand something but wow his tests and marking is so harsh. He gives 1/4 marks and looks to take marks off. He prints off notes for class though so it is helpful for studying.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CHEM2303
• 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:

so bad. no proper lecture notes, doesn't teach what he expects us to know. to do well you really have to go above and beyond. good luck getting help if he doesnt like you.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CHEM2303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He seems like a nice guy to some people. The problem is, if you're not on his favorite list he completely flips..he doesn't make himself available to you for help and expects you to do bad