Dr. Joseph Houck
PSU Penn State University, University Park Summer 2025
As the most experienced Dr. Houck CHEM 110, CHEM 112, CHEM 210 and CHEM 212 tutor in the country, I can tutor you 1-on-1 organic concepts and exam strategies to provide the highest competitive edge for your exam grades. I've got you covered for this class, whether it's DQ's, Exams or NMR Extra Credit. I started tutoring Dr. Houck's Organic Chem 1 since 2013, and I have been tutoring to his exam style ever since.
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Dr. Houck's Exam Style
CHEM 110, CHEM 112, CHEM 210 and CHEM 212 Points Breakdown
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Where Do These Stats Come From?
They come from actual exam & final averages of most recent semester he taught CHEM 110, CHEM 112, CHEM 210 and CHEM 212.
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Drop Rates
Tutor with me to get this information!
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Exam Averages
Exam 1: 73.5% / Exam 2, 3 & Final averages to be posted later.
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Exam Points
Exam 1: 120 Points / Exam 2: 140 Points / Exam 3: 100 Points / Exam 4: 124 Points / Final: 265 Points
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Daily Questions
39 DQ's x 5 Points Each, 195 Total
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Foundation Quizzes
55 Points
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Owl Homework
159 Points
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Mechanisms
100 Points
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Bonus Points
5 points
Study Tips for CHEM 110, CHEM 112, CHEM 210 and CHEM 212 Exams
Practice Old Exams
Execute on old exams. Even if you get the wrong answer, you'll learn from your mistakes faster.
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.
Avoid Distractions
Silence your phone, videos, and tell family to stop bugging you to create a focused environment.
Why Tutor with Me for Dr. Houck's CHEM 110, CHEM 112, CHEM 210 and CHEM 212?
Exam Tips and Tricks - Get tips and secret resources used by Dr. Houck. Know PSU's peculiarities and learn specific strategies to study for exams.
Access To Joy's Extensive Resources - Get access to my entire exam key collection and homework keys for Dr. Houck.
Learn to Sound Smart with Your Professor - Students frequently mention that nothing annoys Dr. Houck like "easy" or vague questions to look unprepared in his eyes. 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 Dr. Houck's office hours.
Bonus Work - There are numerous bonus point opportunities I can help you to make up your grade, such as DQ’s or extra credit take-home exams.
