Bryan Derrickson - Valencia College - East and West Campus

Professor: Bryan Derrickson

Department: TBD

College: Valencia College - East and West Campus

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He is by far the best science teacher I have ever had. A & P 2 with him was awesome. You need to go to class and study every inch of his notes because thats what the exams are on. He is so good at explaining the most complex of concepts! Right when you walk in, the love he has for the topic rubs off on you. Study the notes and the Pictures in TB!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Derrickson Is very nice and he knows his stuff ! Which means you have to know your stuff as well, his tests are very specific you either know it or you don't! Study his lecture notes everyday at LEAST for an hour or two study the labeling, you will be fine.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: AP2094
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Derrickson is the best instructor Ive ever had. He explained things clearly to make sure everyone understand the materials. I usually procrastinate when I come to class but couldnt in his class because he made the lecture so interesting and hes also a funny professor. He provided his condensed notes which helped A LOT.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor!!!The only person who had helped me clearly understand cellular respiration!!! I basically just started memorizing everything a few pages at a time until I knew it by heart.I cried in the middle of the semester but I changed my approach to studying and ended up with my A!!!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BSC1026
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Derrickson is a truly brilliant professor. His lectures are easy to follow and he teaches the material really well. There can be overwhelming amt of information on the materials covered, but his tests are fairly easy. Just know the main points and study the various diagrams provided and you should do fine. I highly rec. Dr. Derrickson!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BSC1026
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Derrickson is THE BEST. He makes class super fun, interesting and informative. He reviews EVERYTHING which is great especially since we don't have a class with him daily. The material he teaches is not easy but his teaching method is where you will actually learn something and hopefully pass. Im so sad the semester is over. 100% recommended!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BSC1026
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

YOU WILL NOT FALL ASLEEP IN THIS CLASS. He is very funny and completely loves his job, you can tell. There are 5 exams and that is the bases of your grade. Literally, all you have to do is study with your classmates and pass! There is NO homework or stress. He is very sensitive however about being on your phone, talking, and using the bathroom.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: AP2
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Derrickson is phenomenal!! He knows a 100% of the subjects he lectures. Not the easiest class but if you show up, listen to the lectures and study you'll get the grade you want!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: AP2094
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I have ever had. His teaching style great and wants to make sure his students understand the material before moving on to the next thing. Grades only on exams and attendance. In order to pass this class, you need to put the work in. You need to study hard. Provides amazing notes for each exam and tests come from the notes.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 2093C
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Derrickson is clear and very detailed in his lectures, making the material understandable. He is interactive and does not mind questions when appropriate. He persists in ensuring that the concept is understood before moving on through the lecture. His tests are a reflection of the lecture and notes, you must study!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094C
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Derrickson is a GREAT professor. Of course the science classes are a bit challenging, but in his class if you put fourth full effort you will be ok. The first day of class you will be aware of everything that is expected during the semester. I love that he has the notes for you. All you have to do is study. READ AND STUDY!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: AP2094
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I could not recommend Professor Derrickson more. He is by far one of the best teachers I've had -- ever. Every day he brings enormous enthusiasm and is able to convey course information in a clear (often humorous) and understandable way. Paying attention isn't difficult in his lecture, but be ready to listen to everything he teaches!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BSC1026
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Derrickson is great with lecture, he explains things well and invites questions. The grade is based only on exams and attendance, but he provides a set of notes that are helpful and he doesn't ask questions outside of the material he covered. Study the notes well and all the figures that he lists in the notes!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BSC20934
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Overall great prof. Grades only on exams and attendance though. He talks loudly and quickly so it can be hard to keep up with lecture. I felt overwhelmed with his lectures. His exams are straight form his condensed notes. No extra credit.I have an A after a LOT of studying. If taking A&P at Valencia, I recommend Professor Kanani over Derrickson.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I have taken Derrickson for 2 semesters. His classes like most science classes are HARD. But he is an amazing teacher and really explains things well. If you study the notes well you should do well on the exams. But this does require a lot(!!!) of studying.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: AP2
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Took A&P2 with Dr. Derrickson this past fall and absolutely loved every class! He's a well respected professor who can explain complex subjects so well it makes it easy to understand. His notes are AMAZING! only thing I didn't like was that he doesn't allow you to record his lectures, but I did it anyway (sorry Doc! you talk super fast)

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094C
• Grade Received: WD
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Derrickson gives 6 tests which are 50 questions each and sometimes he will give you a labeling portion and SPELLING MATTERS. He won't tell you when the labeling portion is going to be given so get ready to memorize for a 50/50 chance. He doesn't believe in EC but you do get 100 free points for attendance. Notes are "compressed". god bless

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094C
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof Derrickson is an amazing professor. You definitely need to study, but if you do, you'll pass all of his exams so easy. His exams are so straight forward, not tricky at all. There isn't much work as it is only 6 exams for the whole semester. He is funny too, which makes the lectures not boring. I 100% recommend him.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He is a good professor but really tough grander. You will have 6 exam total and no extra credit. Fail 2 exams and you're done. He has really good lectures and his notes are amazing but the exams are really hard. I would not recommend him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BSC2094C
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Derrickson is a nice guy, he makes class pretty interesting and gives you all the material you will need for the exams. Would not recommend this class for anybody that's not a good tester, he gave 6 exams throughout the whole semester. No extra credit assignments and no homework or classwork. Not an easy A.