CHEM 161A: Physical Chemistry
San Jose State University
Principles of classical physical chemistry. Chemical thermodynamics, kinetics, and electrochemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 55 (or CHEM 1B and upper division standing for engineering majors), PHYS 50, and MATH 32 (all with grades of "C" or better; "C-" not accepted).
Average GPA: 2.19
Grade distribution records: 281 students across 8 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 6 | 2.1% |
| A | 10 | 3.6% |
| A- | 26 | 9.3% |
| B+ | 10 | 3.6% |
| B | 33 | 11.7% |
| B- | 27 | 9.6% |
| C+ | 20 | 7.1% |
| C | 62 | 22.1% |
| C- | 20 | 7.1% |
| D+ | 1 | 0.4% |
| D | 44 | 15.7% |
| F | 22 | 7.8% |
Based on 281 student grade records across 8 terms and 3 professors.
Instructors
- Abraham Wolcott 145 students, Average GPA 2.35
- Karen A Singmaster 76 students, Average GPA 2.23
- Bradley M Stone 60 students, Average GPA 1.74