Thomas Bitterwolf - University of Idaho

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Thomas Bitterwolf - University of Idaho

Professor: Thomas Bitterwolf

Department: Chemistry

College: University of Idaho

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: CHEM111
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I took Dr. Bitterwolf's (Doc) honors chem 111 class and I've never had a more inspiring professor. He had a unique spirit that was always willing to lend an ear and tell it to you straight if you needed it. Doc passed away this past Spring and I miss the casual chats in his office and the truly happy smile he had whenever someone asked a question.

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: CHEM464
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Inorganic was pretty bad. Didn't assign a textbook, except he let 1 student "borrow" the book without telling anyone else. She told me. Then he exclaimed later in class how "impressed" he was that her test answers were "better than the key!" This, and he made a lot of childish remarks in class directed at people.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: CHEM111H
Grade Received: WD
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Doc barely covers what he puts on his tests and has students use Wikipedia instead of a textbook. While in his office, he thanked me for asking dumb questions, asked if there was something wrong with me such as a mental health issue, and when I told him I was withdrawing he said that it was for the best. I studied 20+ hours a week for his class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: CHEM111H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

if you want to learn the history of chemistry, take this class. if you want to have your questions laughed at because the teacher likes playing the all-knowing, take this class. if you can handle weird personalities, a lengthy group paper, and want to spend time in your professors office, take this class

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: CHEM111
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Doc was the first professor I had coming back to college, I took both his 111 and 112 during the summer semester. I really loved his class, during the summer he promotes you to come visit his office if you need help. I recommend taking his class to people all the time.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: CHEM111H
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I've had Doc for Honors Chemistry 111 and 112. Chem 111 was much more difficult than 112 thus far. Some think Doc can be a real jerk, but most the things he says are jokes or sarcasm. His class will be difficult, especially coming out of high school, but its worth it. I'd take it over normal Chem 111 and 112 in a heartbeat. Be ready to work.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: CHEM111H
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I would advise going to class as much as possible, but truly most of the work has to be done on your own time anyway. Doc only scratches the surface of what he wants you to know, and to do well on the tests you must do your own digging. I found that going in and asking him questions during his office hours was the best way to prepare for the tests.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: CHEM111H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Doc is a teacher whom students either love or absolutely hate. If you havent had a background in chemistry, this class will be even harder. He primarily lectures about the history and theory of chemistry. He does post previous year tests, but they are fairly little help for the tests. Studying with groups is the best thing that would help.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: CHEM111H
Grade Received: C
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Easily the worst professor of my first semester. Doc is a condescending man who prides himself on his knowledge over his students. His classes are filled with boring lectures about theory. Most of his tests are on particle physics and history of physicist. He loves his typical honors students and frowns on upon anybody with any social life.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: CHEM111
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Doc, as he prefers to be called, is very passionate about chemistry. He also takes his job very seriously. As an honors chemistry professor, he sets very high expectations for all his students. Grades are determined by several difficult tests and a term paper due at the end of the semester. Attendance is essential to passing the class.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: CHEM111
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Doc is awesome!

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: CHEM112
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Doc is the most unprofessional professor I have ever had. I had missed a few classes due to vacation, however, stayed up with my studies and was doing fine in the class. A day after my return, he sends an email stating I needed to drop the course due to being gone. When I went into his office to discuss his email, he berated me. Worst Professor.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: CHEM111
Grade Received: C+
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Doc the worst professor ever!!!

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: HCHEM111
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Honestly, Doc is the best professors I've had. He is an amazing teacher and really makes chemistry interesting. Tries to really scare everyone at first, but everyone gets at least a B. As long as you put time in to study, you'll get an A. I would take a class from him again.

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: CHEM464
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Some students in this class who had an inorganic text book and got A's on the first test while others who tried to use Google, etc got D's or F's. Get Meissler & Tarrr 3rd edition or later to pass the first test. Not sure why Doc didn't tell us all to get this... This class was really interesting. Do not miss class to get the most out of it.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: CHEM111H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Doc can be described as a mad scientist. His honors CHEM 111 and 112 classes are NOT like a regular class. You cover the regular material in the first couple weeks and then he talks about what he wants. It is very interesting. You learn a lot and you are forced to develop good study habits. It isn't an easy class even if you've had chem before.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: CHEM400
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Take Energy Issues! This course is entitled energy issues, but when he doesn't have guest speakers, it becomes any political debate that the class wants. There are no assignments or tests, readings are "Assigned" but never enforced, and yet you'll find yourself doing your own research, just to shut up the loudmouth(s) in your class!

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: CHEM111
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Pretty awful class. He disregards any opinion that isn't his own. If you like theoretical chemistry go for it. If you have any beliefs or religion I would also advise not taking the class. 20 page paper due at the end as well.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: CHEM111AND11
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Doc is a great teacher. His job is to teach us about science and he does that extremely well. Very engaging lectures and very helpful. People who complain about him being unfriendly towards the idea of religion don't understand that he is trying to teach us about science. Religion doesn't apply. Text book isn't used in class but in lab so rent it.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: CHEM111
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I had him for 111, and it was awful. I didn't have the greatest chem in high school, but it was rare that I understood him. If you are like really into all the theory behind chem take this class, if you are just taking it because you need a chem class stay away. He also requires a 20 page paper. I ended up with an A so it could've been worse...

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