T.J. Kennedy - Victor Valley College

Professor: T.J. Kennedy

Department: TBD

College: Victor Valley College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Will drop you if you are late 2x (literally). Will make you leave if you wear holes in your pants or open-toe shoes. WIll also make you leave if you forget your calculator or goggles and claims you missed class. Not helpful and lacks empathy. I have straight A's and am on the deans' list and now have a W on my transcript because of his intolerance.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best teacher Ive taken so far out of 14. Hes the best. Dont expect an Easy pass. Makes you work for it but provides everything clues hints lectures and study test to help pass. Even took the time to make videos online that are very useful. If you dont study you dont pass. A true definition of a great teacher.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Strict but a good teacher if you get to know him. He grades fare and tells you what you need to know. Attend online conference, watch videos and study. Keep all your supplies in your bag at all times and follow the rules and you will have no problem.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CHEM206
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Kennedy may seem intimidating, but he was approachable and encouraged our class to ask questions (as ochem is a difficult subject). We had four test (in which one was take home) and though they weren't multiple choice, he wasn't a harsh grader. Lab was worth the most and he is VERY strict in lab. If you get kicked out once, there goes your A.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Professor Kennedy isnt a bad guy really, but I personally dont think hes a great teacher. I took his summer class (2018) and failed. No matter how much I studied and practiced, I failed every test. I shouldnt have taken a short class but at the same time I believe that if I had taken it with a different teacher I would have passed.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

TJ is an amazing professor, he will go above and beyond for you but you need to ask. He can be intimidating but that is because he is weeding out the people who are willing to work for it to the people who think they deserve an A by just showing up. This is a college class and he treats it like one. Not easy but absolutely do able. Would recommend.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Good quality video lectures online. Loved being able to watch and rewatch them from home. Gives you all the tools needed to pass his class with an A or B, but you must study 3 hrs/day for the A. No surprise questions on exams. Attend CCC Conference and he'll tell you what to study. Strict. Don't be late to class and don't miss more than 1 class.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Uncaring, and treats his college students like high school students. Has no patience for teaching.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Uncaring. Too strict

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is the most laziest teacher I have met, doesnt show any respect I missed class because I got into a severe car accident and he dropped me for missing two weeks because I was in the hospital and he said he didnt care for my well being just wanted me in class.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHEM101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

The lectures are not accurate enough to the understanding of Chemistry Im actually majoring in chemistry and he leaves some important details out and he is not intelligent as he seems have a one on one conversation and everything he says is bias. If your looking for chem dont choose this lousy teacher.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

TJ is a great instructor! He knows his material and how to teach it well. He also made chemistry seem interesting and fun which made it easier to learn.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Kennedy is nothing but fair. This is definitely a class to be on you A game and abide by his rules(not hard at all). Lots of HW and he gives you the tools to pass this class, its up to the student to use them. He does a CCC Confer once a week for each chapter which is SUPER helpful for the exams.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

TJ is a phenomenal instructor. He gives you everything you need to get an A you just have to put in the work.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Broo okay- first of all if you learn by lectures, I do NOT recommend this class. Two, you're going to have to teach yourself. If you took AP Chem, you're ahead of the game. Three, there are 4 exams, and they're all based on his textbook. For the love of God do the practice exams or you won't pass the exams. Labs are pretty easy. Do the HW. !STUDY!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Love Kennedy! Always responsive if you need help via email. Won't put up with any bs which is a nice change. It's college not high school it's not supposed to be easy! Got an A and his text book was amazingly helpful

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

There are 4 tests and a lab exam. Each class has a lab. Don't ask questions if you don't want to feel stupid. Read the book, watch the lectures. He has confers outside of class online in which he provides a study guide. Self-tests online give good practice. Keep up on hw and practice problems in book. Arrive on time.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Great professor!

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100HYBRID
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

As a person - I can't stand him. As a professor - I respect him. You won't pass the class without watching the lecture videos. He is straight up about what he expects from you. You need to be ready to put in a lot of time and effort in this class. I had a 4.0 my whole life, but I ended up with a C in this class. I was just happy to pass though.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• 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:

Kennedy is very clear about what is to be expected in his class. He emphasizes in the beginning of the semester that the work is hard and you have to keep studying each week, or you'll fall behind. Procrastination doesn't work well in chemistry. Kennedy is very detailed with his explanations, but you have to really pay attention.