Dimitri Giarikos - Nova Southeastern University

Professor: Dimitri Giarikos

Department: TBD

College: Nova Southeastern University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prof. G is great- his lectures are very engaging and involve many examples. You will be challenged especially if you choose honors. Exams (3) are very difficult but can be prepared for using the practice tests on Dr G's website- his exams are much more difficult than the ACS, so you will pass with flying colors. Very accessible outside class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Don't take the easy way out. Take this teacher if you get a chance. The tests are very hard but I learned so much and he made it super interesting.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Prior to taking his class, I had no chemistry background ... literally. Without doubt, Dr. Giarikos prepared me extremely well for future chemistry courses. Like anything, you have to work for your grade. However, if you put in the effort and not procrastinate for his tests, you will have no problem. I would definitely take him again in the future!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Probably one of the best professors that NSU has to offer. Please take his class seriously and do your work. You will be able to understand chemistry topics but the exams are difficult so cramming will not help. I recommend taking him to get a good understanding of chemistry which will be a good basis for the orgo 1 and 2 and biochem!!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr.G is by far one of the best chemistry professors you can take. He really makes you work for grade to make sure you fully get the concepts, but as long as you pay attention in class, ask questions and do the problems online, you will do well.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300H
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

For starters he's an excellent professor. You're going to have to work hard for a B in his class because he's a super tough grader. Tests are difficult, but are based on the practice tests on his website. Good luck keeping up with his notes. He truly cares about his students and wants to prepare them for the future/see them succeed.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: 1300H1310H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

If you have the chance to take Dr. G, do yourself a favor and take it! Chem isn't supposed to be easy. His tests were very fair and brought no surprises. This class provides an GREAT basis for Organic Chem and Biochem, all of which will help you in DAT, MCAT, etc. Don't take the easy way out you'll regret it! I got an A in chem 1 and 2 with him!!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: H1000SEMINAR
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Has high expectations, but is willing to help you. I would take a class from him again.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300H
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. G was the greatest Chem prof I've ever had. I struggled and hated chem before his class but with his help I was able to get my first A on a chem test and I learned how to write a kick butt lab report. He's SUPER helpful so don't be afraid to go to his office hours. If you put in the work you'll see results. His tests are hard but worth it!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: 1300H1310H
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Dr. G is one of the best professors at Nova You will have to work your ass off in order to succeed but it is worth it.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Giarikos lectures at a fast pace, so be prepared to take ample notes. His exams thoroughly test your understanding and application of the material. Write reports, do homework, and practice equations ahead of time. Great instructor overall, but not for procrastinators.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

great professor, he is tough and he is a lot from his students but he provides all the tools necessary to be successful in his class. you will definitely learn general chemistry the right way

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

By far THE BEST professor at NSU. Honestly, I had to make this class my number one priority. His exams are tough, but he doesn't pull any surprises. His lectures are easy to follow and he has tons of resources to initiate studying. Highly recommended but for hard working students.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He really cares about his students but he expects them to work hard. He will help you if you are really trying. He is very clear but has high expectations. He is also young and hot!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

This professor is great. He made my first semester at college very enjoyable. He inspires me, and I hope to become like him. Anyone who wants extreme AWESOMENESS in their lives should take this class. He is my role model and favorite teacher.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1500
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He's an incredible professor. Exams are tough, but straight forward--nothing he hasn't taught you. Every exam is cumulative, which sounds ridiculous, but it helps. Read through each chapter, study your notes, take the practice tests/quizzes he provides, and don't slack off. STUDY, keep up, and you'll do well. Don't be afraid to ask questions!!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Took his honors class. NIce, helpful guy but if your like me and you don't really want to spend every moment worrying about studying then don't take him.. test are ridiculous, and lab reports are satanic... ruined my first semester at college experinece .. recommended for ambitious and hard working students

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: CHEM1300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Had him for gen chem 1 honors, very helpful and very nice and down to earth. young guy and can joke around and have fun with the class. if you are not willing to work, he is not willing to fluff your grade. you will see 60's and 70's, but at the end i came out with an A-. he curves the lab reports and tests and group problems at the end.

Rating # 19

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

He is AWESOME!!! I really enjoyed his Chem I Honors class. I hated chemistry before and now I love it. Pay close attention and study directly from the notes. He is a GREAT professor!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: CHEM2300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I heard he was a good teacher, but I was not really impressed. He's very intimidating which made it hard for me to ask questions. There is too much emphasis on lab reports when lab is only worth 25% of the total grade. I got an A- but had to work extremely hard for it. Don't take this class in the summer if you don't have to