CHEM 160: Physical Chemistry
San Jose State University
Introduction to the fundamental principles of physical chemistry. Thermodynamics, kinetics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 55, PHYS 2B, and MATH 30 (all with grades of "C" or better; "C-" not accepted).
Average GPA: 2.72
Grade distribution records: 469 students across 16 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 14 | 3.0% |
| A | 63 | 13.4% |
| A- | 34 | 7.2% |
| B+ | 35 | 7.5% |
| B | 88 | 18.8% |
| B- | 54 | 11.5% |
| C+ | 58 | 12.4% |
| C | 50 | 10.7% |
| C- | 31 | 6.6% |
| D | 29 | 6.2% |
| F | 13 | 2.8% |
Based on 469 student grade records across 16 terms and 5 professors.
Instructors
- Nicholas Edward Esker 239 students, Average GPA 2.71
- Abraham Wolcott 72 students, Average GPA 2.49
- Laura C Mugica Sanchez 62 students, Average GPA 2.95
- Gianmarc Grazioli 58 students, Average GPA 2.89
- John Manuel Baptista Diniz 38 students, Average GPA 2.54