BCHM 461
UMD University of Maryland, College Park Summer 2025
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What to look out for in UMD BCHM 461
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MCAT / DAT Prep
Students frequently take BCHM 461 with an MCAT or DAT prep course during the same semester for efficiency.
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Focus on Fundamentals
Students frequently struggle in BCHM 461 due to weak fundamentals in Acid Base Buffers, Thermodynamics, and organic chemistry mechanisms. Tutor with me 1-on-1 to quickly re-learn these topics!
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No Lab Requirement
Luckily, there is no required lab class with the biochem lecture.
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Homework Points
UMD professors rarely base exam questions off of the online homework system - they are just for extra points. Ignoring them may tank your grade by 1 letter.
Study Tips for BCHM 461 Exams
Study the RIGHT Material
There are no common exams or finals at UMD. This means you should prioritize studying with classmates who are taking the SAME professor.
Avoid Distractions
Silence your phone, videos and tell family to stop bugging you to create a focused environment.
Ask Questions
Be bold and ask direct questions when you're stuck - there's value in wrong answers so you can recognize and avoid them.
Why Tutor With Me for BCHM 461?
Accelerated Catch Up - If you're behind, I'll help you catch up 10x faster than studying on your own using private resources.
Exam Technology Tricks - Learn to maximize the limited time provided during online exams. I'll teach you how to optimize linear or non-linear exams, and think calmly during the stressful hour.
Excel on What's "Actually" Tested - ~75% of UMD professors recycle old exam questions. Some professors repeat entire exams verbatim, some repeat only 1 or 2 questions per test. Yet, having seen them, students still don’t know how to begin due to confusing wording. Tutor 1-on-1 with me and I’ll help you translate Chemistry into English so you can answer quickly and correctly.
Learn to Sound Smart with Your Professor - Learn how to shine among your peers by visiting office hours often with "smart" questions ready in hand - I'll teach you how and what questions to ask and get the most out of 1-on-1 face time during professor office hours.
