4.5

Philip McMullan

Chemistry - Louisiana Tech University

4.5
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
91%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
4.5
Quality
2.9
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

91%

Would Retake

84

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Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

This man is too precious for this world

CHEM101 - 5.0 rating

The absolute gold standard for any Chemistry teacher

CHEM100 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

53%

Textbook Required

21%

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95% confidence
Based on 62 grades
Most common grades:
A (28)
A+ (12)
B (9)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 67 reported grades
A: 28
A+: 12
B: 9
B+: 5
Common Tags
Hilarious (20)
Caring (15)
Respected (14)
Accessible outside class (14)
Amazing lectures (11)
Gives good feedback (10)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (9)
Test heavy (8)
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CHEM250251

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Reviews (84)
4.0
3.0
CHEM250
Apr 4, 2013

moderately hard for an organic teacher. extremely helpful if you go to him during office hours. talks a lot about england and tries to make the confusing concepts easier to understand. I would take him again for the rest of the series.

5.0
1.0
CHEM102
Apr 30, 2013

He's really smart. He cares the most about the learning outcome of his students. If you put forth the effort, you will get the grade you deserve.

5.0
2.0
CHEM102
May 20, 2013

Dr. McMullan is beyond a reasonable doubt the most helpful and understanding professor at Tech. Although his tests are challenging, he gives multiple opportunities to improve your grade. The chemistry department needs more professors like Dr. McMullan who actually TEACH!!!

5.0
3.0
CHEM250251
Jul 8, 2013

Terrific teacher. Goes out of his way anytime a student needs anything. Class was challenging but totally worth it in the long run. I would gladly take his class over again if I could.

5.0
2.0
CHEM102
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2013

P-Mac will genuinely strive to help you understand any material that you can't comprehend on your own. Great professor with a great personality; he's definitely the Chemistry professor you want to have at Tech.

5.0
2.0
CHEM100
Nov 10, 2013

He is the best chemistry teacher. He explains everything very well and if you do not understand it, he is willing to help you until you do.

5.0
1.0
CHEM100
Nov 10, 2013

He is a very good teacher. He explains everything very well in class and if you do not understand it then you can just go to his office and he explains it in a different way until you understand it.

5.0
1.0
CHEM101102
Grade: B+
Feb 4, 2014

Very good professor with excellent clarity in his lectures. Makes the class bearable and fun. Exams are tough but he is approachable for help any time.

5.0
2.0
CHEM100
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Feb 18, 2014

P Mac is great. He gives you these homework sheets (which you usually fill out in class--for your own benefit, not a grade) so you can practice problems and check answers in the book. He genuinely wants you to learn & wants to help you in any way possible.

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Feb 27, 2014

Dr. McMullan is very approachable & genuine. He obviously has empathy & compassion for students & their struggles with a difficult subject like chemistry. I've never had another teacher like him, esp in the science dept. Exams are difficult, but he takes into consideration your effort.

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Grade: A+
Mar 4, 2014

P-Mac was the bomb! Great teacher! Wants you to learn and is always a very understanding teacher!!! Gotta love him! Even if he takes your phone!

5.0
1.0
CHEM253
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Mar 9, 2014

Amazing as a professor and as a person. Knows his chemistry impeccably. Tons of charisma and genuine desire for students to learn something. Always positive, yet realistic. Glad to have met this person, he is a good example to live by.

5.0
1.0
CHEM102
May 16, 2014

Dr. McMullan is awesome! I absolutely love his class. He has a great sense of humor and he knows how to take a joke as well as dish one out. He is very helpful if you go see him. He also gave my class retakes if we didn't like our grades. He would hold review sessions before the retake to go over the test. I HIGHLY recommend taking P-Mac!!

5.0
3.0
CHEM102
Grade: A
May 22, 2014

Great teacher, incredibly helpful. Is very animated and uses it as a tool to encourage positive interaction and continued engagement. very fair with grades. But, as the quarter progresses is harder to find during his office hours.

5.0
3.0
CHEM250
Jul 30, 2014

Very energetic and helpful. Makes chemistry easy and fun to understand, although he's honest about his tests: if you don't go through the book at all, you won't do well on his exams. If I had the chance, I'd have taken him for 251 and 252 as well

5.0
2.0
CHEM100
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2014

P. Mac is the best & that's that.

5.0
1.0
CHEM104
Jan 8, 2015

He is by far the greatest teacher ever. Absolutely hilarious. Keeps you engaged the entire time and is knowledgeable about the material. I can't say enough about him, and neither can anyone else. Read the other reviews.

5.0
2.0
120
Grade: A
Jan 29, 2015

He goes over problems in class and answers any questions you have. If you don't like asking questions in front of everyone, like me, he has flexible office hours and is very approachable outside of class. Overall, just a great teacher.

4.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: B
Feb 3, 2015

He likes to teach early classes, and it can be hard to stay awake in his class. He keeps office hours and is willing to help, but does not go out of his way to help. The way he teaches his class is by working examples in class, and thats it. If can't learn from just examples, don't take him, otherwise he is pretty cool, and has a fun Irish accent.

5.0
3.0
CHEM100
Grade: B+
Mar 11, 2015

Amazing professor. He uses worksheets not power points to help teach, which to me is a better concept of learning. Also, he is willing to help . If you visit him in his office he will help you with any answers you have!

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Grade: A
May 11, 2015

I've had Pmac for CHEM100, 102 & soon organic Chem. If I could, I would take him for all my chemistry classes. He teaches with worksheets that follow the textbook & are helpful study guides for the tests! He sticks to his office hours & will answer any questions! He's bloody marvelous.

5.0
3.0
101
Grade: B+
Jul 23, 2015

Best chemistry teacher at Louisiana Tech! He goes out of the way to help his students. He's a sweet guy but also hilarious.

3.0
4.0
250
Grade: B
Aug 14, 2015

I took him for both 250 and 252 over the summer and he reads straight off of the powerpoint, does not do retakes for organic, so if someone tells you that its a lie. He assigns way too much homework, and you don't learn squat, and he's super boring in class. You don't even have to go to his class if you don't want to because it isn't helpful.

5.0
3.0
CHEM102
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2015

I have had PMac for all of my chemistry classes so far and have loved him. While sometimes the lecture can be confusing, the best thing to do is visit him during office hours. He is very willing to help students understand.

4.0
3.0
CHEM102
Grade: C
Nov 26, 2015

He really enjoys joking along as he teaches because it helps students stay focused. He tries very hard to get students to understand. Everything is out of 120% so you have a better chance to pass. I've taken him for all 3 of my chemistry classes and I recommend you do the same.

4.0
2.0
CHEM100
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

If you study the worksheets you do and class and know how to do them, you will pass the tests easily. super funny. awesome accent.

4.0
2.0
CHEM100
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2015

PMac is always really funny and is usually a really good professor, but sometimes he gets a little distracted and is hard to follow. His tests are fairly easy, but there is usually one question on each test that was not covered in class and can be found in the textbook. I would definitely take him again but he may be confusing to some.

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: A
Feb 4, 2016

PMac is a great professor, if you have the opportunity to take him for any of you classes work your schedule so that you can. His tests aren't as easy as the rest of the chemistry teachers but there's lots of opportunity ti bring up your grade if you don't do too well on tests. Go to office hours if you have any questions at all. He's just great.

5.0
3.0
CHEM250251
Grade: B
Feb 16, 2016

Very helpful teacher, dedicates his office hours and more time to teach students

5.0
4.0
CHEM101
Grade: A-
Feb 17, 2016

Love his accent! Lectures aren't bad. Tests are tough, but you can go to his office for help.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Grade: A+
May 4, 2016

One of my favorite teachers here at tech, P Mac gives the best lectures. He's hilarious but also makes sure you learn everything you need to. His accent also helps you pay attention, and he cares a lot if his students are learning the material. He gives excellent examples and his tests have extra credit. Super easy and I learned a lot.

5.0
2.0
CHEM252
Grade: A+
Sep 14, 2016
Would take again

ONLY PROFESSOR I HAVE EVER HAD THAT ACTUALLY CARED. WHEN I WOULD WOAL INTO HIS OFFICE FOR HELP THE 6TH TIME THAT WEEK, HE STILL HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND WAS HAPPY TO HELP. HE GENUINELY LOVES HIS STUDENTS AND HIS JOB. 1 IN A MILLION. PMAC IS THE BEST PROFESSOR @ TECH!!!!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 25, 2016
Would take again

This man is too precious for this world

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CHEM250
Grade: A
Oct 30, 2016
Would take again

He is by far my favorite lecturer at Tech to this point. He is the best at explaining chemistry principles and I actually learn in his class. His tests aren't as easy as other professors but for organic he uses the test bank so if you can get ahold of that you're fine. He is funny, charismatic and has an accent. GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CHEM100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

McMullan is amazing. He uses the book some but you have to have it in order to the homework and for some chapter information he tests you on. He is hilarious and loves chemistry which makes the class fun. He will thoroughly explain things if you do not understand and is available in his office hours if you need help on the homework.

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CHEM251
Grade: A+
Jan 24, 2017
Would take again

PMac is awesome! And that's all you need to know. Best chemistry professor at tech, best at explaining everything, always go to his office hours, great accent, cheesy jokes, also your life will be hell if you take any of the other professors for organic, there's a reason why his class fills up first every quarter.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CHEM250
Grade: A+
Feb 8, 2017
Would take again

Best at tech so helpful and tests are super easy.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CHEM100
Grade: A+
Feb 15, 2017
Would take again

He makes learning chemistry very fun and pretty easy. McMullan is good at explaining the problems in class. His tests are mostly math based and similar to the notes you take in class. He has been my favorite teacher so far!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Grade: B
Feb 17, 2017
Would take again

Fantastic. Will help you if you need any help during his office hours and encourages question in his lectures. Absolutely great chemistry teacher.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
CHEM100
Grade: B+
Feb 22, 2017
Would take again

Best chemistry teacher I've every had. Doesn't grade super hard, but if you pay attention in class and do your homework you should be fine.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: B
May 19, 2017
Would take again

Chem 100 with him was a breeze so I passed with an easy A. This made me SEVERELY underestimate Chem 101. I failed the first two tests. Point blank. So after that happened, I busted my ass working to pass the class. He noticed because even though I was supposed to get a D, he gave me a B. Thanked me for participating when I handed in my final.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
3.0
CHEM100
Grade: A+
Oct 23, 2017
Would take again

Hilarious guy with a cool accent. Easy class if you already kinda know the material. He explains things in weird ways sometimes, though. But he is really accessible and encourages you to come to his office hours if you need help. Tests have 30 questions but are only graded out of 25, so if you miss 5 you can still make a 100.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
CHEM100
Oct 30, 2017
Would take again

PMAC cares so much about his students & is clear about his goal to help us learn/understand the material rather than memorize it. He is very helpful during office hours, so I highly recommend making use of them.

Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Feb 19, 2018
Would take again

Pmac is a wonderful professor, he really cares about all his students. He is willing to help if you need it, if you go to his office hours a lot. He will crack jokes with you in class. His test are the easiest but he his grading scale makes up for it. I would definitely take him again and I prefer him over other professors.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CHEM100
Grade: A
Mar 12, 2018
Would take again

The absolute gold standard for any Chemistry teacher. Funny, relatively easy class as long as you pay attention, caring, and makes it easy to study. There's a reason his sections fill up faster then you can say "I wonder if PMac's class is available."

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM250251
Grade: A
Mar 29, 2018
Would take again

Absolutely love this man! The nicest teacher I have met at tech. Wants you to actually succeed and knows his students by name. If you get the chance to take him do it. you won't regret it!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM102
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2018
Would take again

10/10 One of the most amazing professors that I have ever had.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
2.0
1.0
CHEM250
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Honestly? Didn't learn a thing in his class. Cool guy, not the best teacher. What he taught in class wasn't on the test, you just have to kind of guess for that. Still made an A, but cant remember a single thing from the first part of organic chemistry.

Get ready to read
3.0
4.0
CHEM102
May 14, 2018
Would take again

Hilarious and keeps you awake when he lectures. He lectures and everything sounds like it makes sense until you think about it and you have absolutely no idea what he is talking about or where he got it from. He doesn't clarify his notes unless you ask so definitely ask questions. He is very willing to help you if you go see him.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
CHEM102
Grade: B
May 21, 2018
Would take again

This man is precious and I would take him for every class if I could. Hes one of the best professors Ive ever had. GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS AND DO THE HOMEWORK. YOU WILL BE OKAY

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 22, 2019
Would take again

Get ready to study, his grading scale helps a lot but do NOT underestimate it.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM101102
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2019
Would take again

Dr. McMullan's class is a fun one to attend. He makes lots of jokes and makes the learning atmosphere very comfortable for students. His tests are somewhat difficult if you do not understand the material 100% percent. I suggest going to his office hours for clarification before a test.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
CHEM250
Grade: A
Jun 3, 2019
Would take again

Pmac is a great teacher he will explain anything you don't understand. Beware though there is no more test banks. So make sure you go to class and learn.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEM250
Grade: A
Aug 29, 2019
Would take again

So, you are taking Organic Chem, PMac wants to explain anything from lecture that is not understood, provided that you attend class and visit him in office hours. Rumor has it the test banks from previous years, no longer reflect new material, and the textbook will be a new edition. OCHEM is no joke and you must put in the time to learn all of it.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CHEM250
Grade: A
Oct 28, 2019
Would take again

Enthusiastic about what he teaches, goes into detail, all tests multiple choice. Use textbook to practice and success will be ensured

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
CHEM250
Oct 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

PMAC is known as being easy because of his test banks, but he does not use those anymore. There was a test every 2 chapters and he tries to cover each chapter in 1 day, so you basically have a test every week. I felt like the classes were review for something we should already know and the tests were 100 times harder than any example done in class.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
CHEM250
Grade: A+
Oct 29, 2019
Would take again

No fire in your belly to succeed? Expect reward without effort? Not up to snuff? Too distracted by your phone? Not self disciplined enough to study? Dont be hard on yourself. Just blame your teacher.

Accessible outside class
Caring
1.0
4.0
CHEM102
Grade: B
Feb 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Though he is knowledgeable, his lack of organization resulted in him teaching an entire chapter of chemistry in an hour. Additionally, he made all the homework for the chapter due the same night. This was during finals week. The 20 point scale is used because no one actually learns anything. I cannot fit everything he does wrong!!!!!

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
CHEM100
Grade: A
Feb 3, 2020
Would take again

Wonderful professor. I have taken him for quite a few classes and learned so much from him.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEM102
Grade: A
Feb 4, 2020
Would take again

Pmac explains concepts really well. You have to go do the problems. He takes time to help if you have the motivation to do well. Would def take again.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
5.0
CHEM251
Feb 22, 2021
Would take again

Best organic teacher on campus.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
CHEM251
Grade: A-
Mar 10, 2021
Would take again

P. Mac is a solid choice for organic chem. He always goes out of his way to answer questions and gives examples that really flesh out what he's talking about. Additionally, he is quite the humorous fellow! Never a dull day when you're taking P. Mac!

Respected
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
CHEM250
Grade: B
Jun 28, 2021
Would take again

Took Pmac and he was a pretty solid choice, but it really depends on your learning method. He lectures from slides that are basically right out of the book, which we could've done on our own. Would've appreciated more examples in class. He also puts questions on his exams that he knows will be tricky. It's a tough class but he's a solid choice.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
2.0
5.0
CHEM101
Nov 5, 2021
Would take again

Test are so hard and nothing like the questions from lecture. Homework is done on aleks and will take you forever do finish and its very hard. Definitely would not take his class if you want an easy A. Most people rn have a D or lower

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
CHEM101102
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2021
Would take again

Best chem teacher ever. Passionate about chem. He gives you a "worksheet" which is several pages and that's how he teaches in class he goes through the worksheet and teaches you how to and why. He is a lot of help during office hours, and it is enjoyable. Very hilarious and kind. Definitely, someone you want to have. It made me love chemistry.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
CHEM101102
Grade: A
Nov 12, 2021
Would take again

What it's ACTUALLY like. LEARN THE WORKSHEETS. The tests are basically the worksheets. If you don't pay attention in class and learn the worksheet, YOU WILL FAIL. He is EXCELLENT and if you need help go to office hrs. To the ppl that say he's bad or it's hard. I PROMISE YOU they didn't pay attention or go to office hours. It's easy if you TRY.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Nov 17, 2021
Would take again

He is a very good chemistry professor. He is funny and made an 8 AM class enjoyable. Sometimes he can move fast, but he is always available in his office and really wants his students to learn. He also gives bonus on his tests. I would definitely take him again.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: C
Nov 30, 2021
Would take again

PMac has been one of my favorite professors so far. He knows the content and can explain it in a way you can understand. He is also always in his office hours if you need help with anything. During class, He cracks some jokes to lighten the mood at 8 am and interacts with the students so nobody is afraid to ask questions. I definitely recommend him

Test heavy
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM250251
Grade: A+
Feb 9, 2022
Would take again

I've always hated chemistry, but Pmac makes me enjoy it. Attendance isn't mandatory, but I recommend making every lecture. He thoroughly enjoys chemistry and enjoys meeting with students more. If you want an easy A, office hours are your best bet. He will go into further detail for whatever issues you're having and will clear your mind of any doubt

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
CHEM251
Grade: A
Feb 26, 2022
Would take again

McMullan (PMac) is a solid choice for the Ochem series. His exams (multiple choice) are fair for the material covered, and you cannot rely on lectures alone for success. Studying is about 25% memorization and 75% practice problems (!!!). He is very helpful during office hours visits as well. Despite Ochem horror stories, an A is very achievable.

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
CHEM101
Grade: C
Nov 9, 2022
Would take again

PMac is an awesome professor, his tests are pretty hard but he is willing to work with you. He is very energetic and funny but is very strict about no phones and will call you out. He is really knowledgeable about all things chem.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
CHEM250
Grade: A+
Feb 16, 2023
Would take again

I took PMAC for OChem, which is a really hard class, BUT he made it really enjoyable. He is SO willing to work with you if you talk to him or go to your office hours. He is so passionate about chemistry and really wants students to know and understand what is going on.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
CHEM250251
Grade: B+
Jun 15, 2023
Would take again

While the material can be hard to grasp PMAC is always available to help outside of class and answer any questions you have. Hands down the best OChem teacher at tech.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: A
Feb 4, 2024
Would take again

Pmac's class was a lot of fun, and I don't even like chemistry. He is very caring and his lectures are very informative. you could earn a lot of bonus points on his tests which really help your grades. On one test i got a 32 out of 100, but with the bonus and studying at his office hours I still got an A. Would take him again if I was a Chem major.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
CHEM250
Grade: A
May 24, 2024
Would take again

PMAC treated me as his own. Any student taking the MCAT needs to take this professor. He makes it all seem simple! The exams are NOT easy. There is simply not enough time in class to run through the whole chapter. 1. Do the homework 2. Read the textbook and answer the practice questions 3. Office hours SAVED my A. God bless you PMAC!

Amazing lectures
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
CHEM252
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2024
Would take again

Took PMAC for the entire organic chemistry series and he was phenomenal. He was available during office hours to help me with questions I had from lecture. Organic chemistry can become very difficult in certain times but PMAC wants students to succeed in his class and is willing to work with you to help you.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
4.0
CHEM250251
Grade: A
Jul 15, 2024
Would take again

I took PMAC for the entire organic series and would recommend to anyone who wants to learn. Not the easiest A but put in the work and you will EARN the A. PMAC is the reason why I decided to ditch wanting to be a MD and pursue a PhD in Chemistry full-time because his passion about organic made me fall in love with the subject matter. Legend.

5.0
4.0
CHEM250
Grade: B
Feb 1, 2025
Would take again

The absolute best Organic professor

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
CHEM250
Grade: C
May 13, 2025

Everyone loves him and he may have a 15pt grading scale but you need it just to pass. He rushes so much through the lectures usually teaching a whole chapter in the class before the test. He is at his office hours when he says. No other grade other than the tests to help you. Tests are harder than the lecture or the worksheets.

Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
4.0
5.0
CHEM252
Grade: A
May 19, 2025
Would take again

5 exams, thats it for your grade. he is nice guy that makes class fun but content is very hard

Test heavy
5.0
3.0
CHEM253
Grade: A+
May 19, 2025
Would take again

have a quiz to start the class, then explains next weeks topic and what will be on quiz, then you do the lab with the TA and complete the worksheet. if you study for the quizzes then its easy

3.0
3.0
chem1012
Grade: A-
Nov 4, 2025
Would take again

Very funny and loves to interact with the class. He gives you a document about 100 questions for practice problems, but some of those problems will be on the test. He also grades 12.5/15 so you can get up to a 15/15 on all tests. But, his lectures do not really explain how to do the work and I had to use outside resources like youtube.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
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101
Grade: A
Nov 5, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Philip McMullan is an excellent professor for CHEM 101. There is no hw, just 5 tests, but very easy because he gives us practice tests that are very similar to the test. Take him if you can!

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CHEM104
Grade: A-
Nov 6, 2025

DO NOT TAKE FOR GEN CHEM LAB- he gave tests before every exam that were graded for correctness so you have to get a 100% on the labs. His "lectures" that he gave a week before the tests make absolutely no sense. Good Luck.

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