36 Students noted that the professor is a good teacher who explains the course concepts well. The course is not too difficult and has a reasonable workload that is relatable to lecture. As for negative aspects, the professor is somewhat disorganized and the workload was inconsistent from week to week. Suggestions for improvement included better lecture notes and better overal organization. Students said that exams were similar to material covered in lectures and homework, so one should be sure to complete and study them beforehand.

The good aspects of the course included the professor, who kept the lectures interesting, and the homework, which prepared students for the quizzes and exams. Students liked learning about the mathematical aspects of organic systems, but thought that the lectures often had nothing to do with the homework. Students also found that the homework schedule was erratic, and that the course was somewhat disorganized. Suggestions for improvement included tying the homework and lectures together, including more lectures about the mathematical applications to the theories, and providing an organized study guide at least a week before the exams. Prospective students should use the homework to help them study for exams, and to be prepared for a fair amount of work. Students need to stay on top of the work, but will find the class to be informative.

Many students enjoyed the way this course was a useful progression from previous courses in the department. They also appreciated that the course had a light workload and was taught by a supportive instructor. Some students believed the class’s greatest shortcoming was its emphasis on mathematics, and that it repeated concepts learned in past classes. Students thought the class could be best improved by more effectively aligning homework assignments with material being taught in lectures. They felt it was valuable for people considering this course to know that it was relatively easier than previous courses in this progression.