Alfred Alaniz - San Antonio College

Professor: Alfred Alaniz

Department: TBD

College: San Antonio College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1301
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Professor Alaniz is an amazing professor. He gives you homework and then he gives you the solutions , then same things come in his exams, how amazing is that? A lot of extra points opportunities. He is very fair grader. Awesome class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHYS1401
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Alaniz certainly knows the materials and he does his best to break it down so you can understand. However, my one and only problem is there is not enough studying materials. No repetition. You do a lil homework and that's all you have. Nothing to practice with. Math req's practice but you just read and re-read the homework/textbook. Not enough.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1303
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Best professor ever, Mr. Alaniz loves astronomy, his class is a little bit difficult, but if you read the chapters and pay attention in class, you will succeed with him. He really cares about the student and if you ask for help with the math problem, he will help you. If you want an A, you will have to work for it.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: AST1304
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Alaniz makes you work for an A. It will not be given to you. Free trip to the Mcdonald's Observatory & can bring a friend. Lots of math. Do not take this class if you do not want to do your homework, show up to class, and struggle in math. Very interesting class, definitely recommend to those of you that want to learn and have fun.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1303
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

A good guy. He is understanding if you let him know if you are late on something. however there is math involved and its nothing to what i have learned in math class. He does jump around in chapters and there is homework. Overall an ok teacher though.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1303
• 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:

A good person, really funny. His lectures are all over the place. He will start teaching the chapter and then will go on to another chapter during the same lecture, then come back to the chapter being discussed. Very confusing, he will help you with some homework questions though. Be sure to do your homework!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1301
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I do not recommend this prof. Take the course online. I like him as a person, but hes not good at teaching. I am great at math, but no. Alaniz will go over the first 3 steps of a scientific math problem and tell you to figure out the rest by yourself for homework. He's extremely confusing in lecture and disorganized. Just read the book.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1304
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Astronomy was one of the most difficult class. Good teacher however he acts like we already know what he is talking about. I would recommend him to science majors only. The homework is what saves you!!!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1303
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

omg.. im not a science major and took this class because i thought it would be easy. NOT! if you are not good at math DO NOT take his class! Hes an awesome teacher but really makes you work for your grade! I would sweat before every test and never made above a 75 on the tests. he goes over the math but not in detail and none of it makes sense.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ASTM1301
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

if you are not a science major and you hate science SHOULD TAKE THIS CLASS FOR JUST YOUR CREDIT BEST TEACHER EVER. I'm a business major and I never had a science in my whole life so I took this class and will take next class with him.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: AST1304
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Had a great time in this class. Prof. Alaniz is very clear in his lectures, and breaks things down in an easily understandable way.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1304
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is the best. I took him multiple times for Stars and Solar System he drops the lowest grade for H.W. (which is for every chapter: all in book & some given in class so pay attention) drops lowest Test Grade too. Showing up to class is kinda important, just bcuz some of the drawings will be on test. Easy A if you do all HW with B or higher.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1304
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If you need to take ASTR use Alaniz! GO TO CLASS! ASK FOR HELP! He is a very understanding guy and helps you in anyway he can. His lectures are important but you are going to have to read the textbook as well. Make sure you study! It wasn't easy, I'm absolutely terrible at science, and I got a B in the class. Dude is hilarious too!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: AST1304
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Alaniz is very enthusiastic in his love of astronomy. I do not believe he teaches that well though he's much more concerned with current events. (which is very interesting) But honestly the material is tough and this class is usually chosen for how easy it SOUNDS. He definitely needs to explain more to get through the h.w.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1304
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This man is absolutely hilarious! Definitely was a hippie back in the day. Truly passionate about astronomy and really wants everyone to learn it. Every chapter has an extensive homework assignment that he really grades. It's easier if you know someone in your class to work on homework with. He has hard tests but likes to curve. Interesting class!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: 1303
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Confused some of the students but did a good job explaining things. Tests were difficult.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ASTR1304006
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Best professor by far. He truly cares about what his students are learning. He doesn't just teach out of the book like most teachers. He makes the class fun and you actually want to go to class. I took him for Solar Systems lecture and lab. He is lenient on homework and he try's his hardest not to stress anyone out with work. He is really great!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: 1401
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Really great teacher really fun and is great at explaining everything! Will be taking his class again 100%

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: 1401
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Go to class and do homework and labs. His tests are crazy tough (9 pages), but he curves a ton. Also, you get a "cheat sheet" for each test. If you squeeze all the homework problems on the page, you are guaranteed and A. Lots of homework, but it's not too hard and really helps for the tests. Labs are common sense. Take this prof! Somewhat easy A

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: 1303
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Have to study plenty, but the material is easy if you're interested. Tests include TF, multiple choice, math, and drawing. Homework is out of the textbook, but there are few questions. Answers are in the book and in your notes. Write down everything he puts on the board. Had a couple of cool demonstrations and he's funny, too. Love his class!