Good lectures(definitely go), midterm 1 was like the practice and midterm 2 was really hard( do the homework problems because they help soooo much). He gives a lot of resources to succeed which I recommend using.

The tests are soo hard (esp final) and way different than the practice tests. The book problems are also super hard and there's like 40 for every chapter. He explains things pretty well in lecture so he's good if you learn like that. He's helpful during office hours. The curve is decent.

Had him for 1A and 1B, but he was definitely better for 1A. His 1B lectures only really scratched the surface so homework and book problems were very difficult. I basically had to learn it all myself. Not a bad teacher, but not great for 1B...definitely do all of the book problems

Joseph is the absolute goat. Chem 1A is very difficult course regardless of the professor, but Joseph has great lectures and the tests are fair. Read the textbook if you have the time, but MAKE time for the book problems. Treat them as if they are not optional.

Joseph was a great professor who wants his students to do well by giving lots of resources. Do the book problems and you will do fine.

Workload for this class is insane but if you have done and understand all the book problems (about 40 per chapter) you will do well on the test. Professor explains concepts well so definitely recommend going to his lectures and talk to him when you don't understand. A doable class overall but be prepared for the amount of work you have to put in.