I don't know whats the deal with everyone. But this class was the easiest in the quarter (ChemE). I think this is the only A I got and I only went to class once. Just read the book and understand everything. His tests may have random questions, but are not impossible to answer. Also get used to writing and solving problems fast. You will be fine.

Average on final: 35%. Most demoralizing class I've ever taken. The book is complete garbage. Prof's handwriting is awful, so sit close. You're better off drinking before the final than studying. It wont make a difference. Huge curve..Huge. Prof's a funny guy, at least.

Everything was good until he caught on that the class avg was 70% before the final...then all hell broke loose. Went from a solid B before the final to a C+ after it. I definitely recommend taking the course from ANY other professor who actually follows the course required textbook (and not some book in his head).

"everyone on board" --no, no one is on board. Be prepared to feel stupid when asking him a question and if you ask in lecture he'll more than likely tell you that he doesn't have time for it or that it is trivial. If you want to feel good about yourself don't take his class.

I think people get confused. Just WHO can teach this class well? This is not a branch of extension of chemistry, but rather an entire new field and perspective all together. The professor's fine. However, you'd better spend your money on 100 Snicker bars than buy the piece of**** book. Do homework, aim for 50% on 1st mid-term, and u pass.

avgs for mts about 45... final 18 pages. good luck

Complete ****. Horrible at lecturing. Extremely hard busywork for HW. Extremely difficult tests; curves usually around 30% for a 100 person class. Avoid if possible.

This guy is just awful. The class averages are frequently in the 30% range and not only because of the natural difficulty of Quantum Chemistry. He just doesn't know how to teach. He'll spend half an hour covering the math behind an equation he only spent 5 minutes explaining the purpose of. The fact that he still has a teaching job is a joke.