Ram Gurumurthy - San Diego City College

Professor: Ram Gurumurthy

Department: TBD

College: San Diego City College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CHEM152
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

He does not answer questions well, expects students to know. Not recommend take someone else

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: 152L152LECTURE
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor is not the greatest, he expects you to teach yourself. You ask a question, he answers with read the textbook. Very tough grader and incredibly boring, he won't make lecture interesting in any way. If you don't study hard core you won't pass, you better like chem. (Don't do it)

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: 152L152LECTURE
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Gurumurthy is a great chem teacher but at times can be a bit intimidating. Pay attention to your significant figures and keep up with the class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Not as bad as people make him seem to be. Just go to class, pay attention, practice the problems and you'll be fine. Avoid being on your phone, he will snap at you, besides that hes very passionate about chemistry

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

mmmm I wish i failed his class so that i can repeat it for better gpa... :..(

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CHEM64824
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

i dont mind him as a teacher and lecturer, but his chem 231 mid term was difficult to finish even though the content was not even that hard. the lack of time alone was enough to result in many low grades.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: CHEM152
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

You really have to study. His exams require you to memorize and master the subjects. Doing the practice questions in the text book after each chapter is helpful.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

hes not as bad as most people. he just seems intimidating, but if you actually pay attention and read (like youre supposed to do at college), youll get it. hes passionate about the subject as well. hes actually funny once your deep into the class.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CHEM152
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Thorough lectures. He really cares about chemistry and that comes through in his lectures. He marks a lot on papers for grading but he gives fair scores. He wants you to know what you did wrong so you're able to work on it and get better. I am hoping to take him for Chem 200.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Just 3 homework and 3 exams.. he is not very approachable or kind to talk to but I rather take him than Parker because his class is Less heavy compare to Parker class. I just cant deal with tons of homework since she use aleks. you will feels like he is always mad especially when you make little mistake but just try your best and seek for tutor.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He doesn't let you leave early without permission and lectures for the entire period. He is VERY thorough with his lecture, and explains things in a way that makes it easy to understand. I sat at the front of the classroom and made sure to participate because that helps me learn better. If you pay attention, and study a bit at home, you'll pass.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

DO NOT TAKE HIM. I repeat. This guy is rude and talks to his students super conscending. He blames his "accent" but really he would put you down and make you feel small if you ask a question. I literally had to drop his class because I couldn't stand how much of a rude person he is. He also teaches slow and is unorganized literally not worth it.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

There is a homework for every quiz but they are worth the same. The quizzes are hard, but he usually grades on a curve. Also, an A is 100-87 %, B is 87-75 % etc. His teaching style and accent can be hard to get by which leaves you to go over it all again at home. Self-learning is used by most here.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Good at explaining lectures. Breaks down information efficiently, makes it easier to digest. Its great that his teaching method works for most of us. Yet.. He angrily raises his voice at students when asked simple questions. Gets irritated very, very easy. Its disrespectful and unprofessional. There are more appropriate ways to communicate.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CHEM152
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

hes very tough. The only upside was that he was somewhat leniant with curving the tests. Otherwise, hes kinda a jerk. Condescending, he is angry when people dont anwser immedieately. He is boring, and with a thick accent, is hard to grasp at times. A regrettable class from day one.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CHEM152
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Gurumurthy is a serious guy. He expects you to prepare and pay attention in class. He invites questions during lecture, but his communication style often makes his responses sound condescending. His grading is very reasonable and you'll always know what's expected of you.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Gurumurthy definitely shows interest in the subject he teaches. He is a bit dry and will not hesitate to call you out in front of the whole class if he suspects that you're doing something wrong, or if you simply ask a question on matetial he believes he already covered. There were about 4 homework assignments and the exams are tough so study!!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: 152L152LECTURE
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Beware of this class. It took a group of friends and a lot of study sessions in the LRC to be able to pass this course. This professor is unapproachable (by experience) very monotone, ask questions he'll make you feel stupid. The test are somewhat hard with some curving. The lab easy as long as you pass his rules for the grade! You been warned.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

You have to get used to him and he can at first come off a little blunt but he is a terrific professor. He's passionate and wants students to get the material. Do the reading and "practice tests" and you should do well in his clas. Don't be afraid to ask questions and pay attention in lecture. He won't stand for distractions so turn off your phone.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CHEM100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Here's what you need to know: lectures are in depth, he takes time to explain concepts-he wants you to pass. You need to put in the work-read, work the problems and use his office hours if you need them. Not much homework, tests are tough but he tells you what he tests on. He is strict and holds you accountable, overall a great teacher!