CHEM 4510
Organic Chemistry III
A lecture course that builds on the material in the first two semesters of Organic Chemistry, covering in more detail certain topics in those courses while also introducing new topics. A transition to graduate-level study in organic chemistry; recommended for chemistry, biochemistry, and biology majors.
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Dr. Moeller is the best teacher I have ever had. He distills very complex chemistry down to a set of core rules that just make sense. The goal of this class is to help transition students to reading the chemical literature and provides a very solid foundation for doing so. His (take home) exams are challenging, but you learn a ton from them.
12/20/2023
Orgo 3 is a fast paced class, definitely use his prewritten notes in class and add onto them. Grade is entirely exam based, but he will help you on the week long take home midterms in his office hours. If you enjoyed 262, then definitely take 451. It is intense, and the exams are tough, but you can easily do well without too much extra work.
12/18/2023
He knows the material and knows how to teach. The first not hard to find but the second a rare treat. Eloquent, organized, logical and clear----what a lecturer!
9/15/2012
Prof. Moeller is a phenomenal teacher! Not only is he really passionate about the material he teaches, but he will go out of his way to help you. This extends beyond Chem 451, and is also applicable to Orgo II. Utilizing office hours is to your advantage.
12/20/2010
Upside: He's a really good lecturer and caring professor! Downside: Material can be pretty complicated (makes Orgo 2 look like child's play). Also,I would have preferred if the course had in class exams rather than take home exams. Many individuals in the course did not abide by exam policies (i.e. working alone/office hours for help).
8/23/2010
Good lecturer, but a bit too fast. He draws structures wicked fast. He is very accessible and he seems to care about how we do...maybe a bit too much. If you go to office hours you will get a good grade.
12/2/2009
Dr. Moeller is flat out the best teacher I've ever had at WU; he is an incredibly gifted chemist and a truly caring professor. He actually wants you to do well! He is also amazing in office hours and will answer your questions thoughtfully. I wish I could take Orgo III every year again and again... I learned SO MUCH it was awesome.
11/13/2009
I agree with the previous person. He is a v. good lecturer, but he goes a bit too fast. He doesn't have to go that fast. I don't get why he lets the cheating go on. It is not right, and it detracts from the course. Just give in class exams. In the end, if you work hard, he will give you a high grade.
2/14/2009
Moeller is very good at lecturing and especially good at office hours. This course is very frustrating though. Half of the class cheats on the take-home exams, and he knows it, but does not do anything. So, we get penalized for not cheating. Also, to get a good grade go to his office hours and kiss his ass...it worked for me.
1/15/2009
The other comments pretty much cover it. Professor Moeller is a great teacher and does everything he can to see his students do well in Orgo III. If you have any interest in organic chemistry, I'd highly recommend this course.
12/19/2008
Dr. Moeller is absolutely the best teacher at Wash U. He is enthusiastic, organized, passionate, intelligent, and caring. He will do anything to watch you succeed in his class (in Orgo 3, you can call him on his cell). Orgo 2 is challenging, but he makes it seem like cake. Orgo 3 is more challenging, but he is available for help anytime of the
1/8/2008