Fall 2026

Spectrochemical Measurements

CHEM 605 teaches the determination of organic structures and reaction mechanisms using mass spectrometry and NMR techniques.

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Recorded instructors · Fall 2026 Zachary Wickens4.4/5

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One historical review rates the difficulty as moderate, suggesting the course is suitable for those who enjoy organic chemistry.

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CHEM 344 and 345, or graduate/professional standing

CHEM 605

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Fall 2026
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Raw average: 4.77/5 from 39 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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Historical instructors & teaching patterns

Historical reviews for Hans Reich describe him as an incredible and intelligent professor who prioritizes students. Reviewers note he made extra time for questions and was extremely helpful, suggesting that those who enjoy organic chemistry should consider his classes.

HANS REICH is recorded teaching in Spring 2007, Spring 2008, Spring 2009, Spring 2010, Spring 2011, Spring 2012, Spring 2013. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

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Fall 2026

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LEC 001Classroom Instruction13 / 180

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Historical reviews for Hans Reich describe an incredible and intelligent professor who prioritizes students and provides extra help.

Recent recorded grades — Spring 2023: 3.69 GPA, 88.9% A/AB (n=18 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.77 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=11 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.74 GPA, 84.0% A/AB (n=25 letter grades).

difficulty & workload

One historical review rates the difficulty as moderate, suggesting the course is suitable for those who enjoy organic chemistry.

Historical reviews of Hans Reich: Students found the instructor extremely helpful and responsive to questions, making extra time available for support.

Topics

  • Organic structure determination and reaction mechanisms
  • Mass spectrometry and NMR techniques

Skills

  • Determination of organic structures and reaction mechanisms using mass spectrometry and NMR.

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CHEM 605 · Fall 2026

Spectrochemical Measurements

Recorded 2026-09-07
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