Leon Leonardo - El Camino College

Professor: Leon Leonardo

Department: Physics

College: El Camino College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: 1B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Took Leonardo years ago. Lectures are amazing as well as the demos and anecdotes. The homework is very challenging as are the exams. You do learn everything you need to do the homework in the class lectures but you'll still spend 10 hours per week on homework. If you can do all the problems from scratch you will get at least a B on the exams.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHYS111610
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

One of the best professors I've ever had! His tests are tough but as long as you go to every class, do ALL homework, and dedicate time to this class, you'll succeed. His lectures are great and he's hilarious! His demos are super helpful and be sure to do the extra credit when offered, it's worth it. Take him, you won't regret it!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHYSICS11
• 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:

Physics 11 was a really fun, educative course thanks to Mr. L. I have always been interested in taking physics, although it was difficult for me I learned a lot helpful information. The eight week course was definitely noticeable for me, but paying attention,the extra credit oppurtunities as well as the hw and participation points helped me a lot.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHYSICS11
• 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:

Great Professor!!! Indeed he will give you a lot of notes as well as homework but it will all be useful for his exams. Do deicate time in reviewing and reading the material. Time Mangement!!! He will offer extra credit too. Nicenet ( a website he will use to communicate with you) is helpful for practice questions for the exams!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHYSICS11
• 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:

A great teacher and a great course for a understanding of conceptual physics. I really wish we would have covered electricity and magnetism but it's not his fault, the course was only 8 weeks. I did really like the fact the course was 8 weeks, and even more importantly, the first 8 weeks of the semester. Great professor!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHYSICS11
• 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:

Great teacher I had him for the 8 week Phy-11 course it was a great class but I would have preferred a traditional 16 week course so everything did not feel so rushed but still a great class he explains everything very clearly and the class is not a bore lots of demos and interesting stories but be prepared to work it is by no means an easy class

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHYSIALL
• 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:

Took Leonardo for 3 out 4 in the 1 series. BEST DAMN TEACHER EVER!! If you want to get a good gpa take someone else. If you want to be an all time engineering/physics bad a$$ take leonardo. He expects you to do your best. Study, inquire, practice, study some more. Go to office hours, go to every lecture. Transfer to a 4 year andput everyone2shame

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHY1C
• 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:

He is less strict on 1C than on 1B. I got higher grade in 1C than in 1B. Even though 1C material is more difficult, he was less strict on it. But the lecture is still fun and interesting. To get good grades, print out his study guide before exams.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1B
• 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:

Great professor! Really passionate about this class. Does a lot of demos and goes over a lot of concepts so you fully understand the material. His tests can be tricky though, especially the conceptual MC problems. But, after transferring to UCLA, I'm glad I didn't drop this class. It was the most useful physics class I took at El Camino.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHY1B
• 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:

This is a very difficult course. But he explained things in very detail and his lecture is fun. He also answer my question and I go to his office hours very often. Then I got A.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHY11
• 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:

All I can say is that this was one of the greatest physics teachers I've could have ever met, so take him, but be prepared to have your mind tested, also homework is a must to gt an A

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1C
• 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:

hes the BEST teacher :) he helps a lot. gives study guides and he will have unofficial office hrs to answer any ?s. his class is fun and u will enjoy it even if material is difficult. :)

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHYSI11
• 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:

Mr. L, is the best physics professor. He explains everything thoroughly, gives many examples that relate to hw (so pay close attention). He will start off class by asking "do you have any questions" take advantage of it because he encourages you to ask questions. The exams are tough, so study. Has great sense of humor. LOVE HIM!!! Thank you Mr. L.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHYSI1C
• 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:

hes an the best physics teacher.. he helps a lot... exams are very challanging...

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHYS11
• 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:

Great! He is an awesome teacher and does a good job at explaining the material and getting you interested in it.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1A
• 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:

Awesome prof. The class is challenging, but he is really clear with his lecture and examples. He is not biased with A students, and doesn't make you feel dumb when you ask him a question. Lectures are really fun and entertaining. Too bad he's retiring, really the best prof I've taken.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1B
• 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:

Pretty much the best physics professor I have ever taken. His tests are difficult and his classes are challenging, but he explains everything perfectly and enthusiastically. As long as you do the homework and study properly you will get a good grade in the class. It's too bad he's retiring soon because bottom line, he is an awesome teacher.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHYSI1B
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Better than Mr. K and goldmann. he is really nice and helpful. as long as u study fotr the class for you HW and read the study guids, ur fine

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHY1B
• 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:

Prof.L is simply PHENOMENAL!Very conscientious, skilled and knowledgeable! His exams are hard, but if u put in the right effort u can do very well! Lectures are interesting and crystal clear, and he very much cares 4 his students' academic success! His "EXAM STUDY GUIDES" are PRICELESS, so there's no excuse for not doing well!Moving on to Phy1C!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHYS11
• 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:

Mr. L is a GREAT professor! His class is fun and lectures very interesting. He's a nice guy, who is very helpful and willing to help students with the course. Of course students should meet him half way. I suggest to future students to ask many questions and do all the work that is assigned. Also, make use of the website he assigns, it's helpful.