Nanoscience Minor Program Courses (offered jointly with the National University
of Singapore)
NUS227H0
Science at the Nanoscale [48L, 12T]
Students are introduced to fundamental principles of physics and chemistry important to the nanoscale. Some basic physical tools that can be used to explore structures at this length scale are discussed. Linkages between the fundamental sciences and practical applications in nanotechnology are also made.
Prerequisite: CHM139H1/CHM151Y1; (PHY151H1, PHY152H1)/140Y1
DR=SCI; BR=5
NUS228H0
Principles of Spectroscopy [36L, 39P, 12T]
Topics discussed include microwave spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, electronic spectroscopy, electron and nuclear spin resonance spectroscopy. The fundamental principles such as energy quantization, rigid rotors and harmonic oscillators are discussed, the techniques and instrumentation are studied, and the practical applications are emphasized.
Prerequisite: CHM139H1/CHM151Y1; (PHY151H1, PHY152H1)/140Y1
DR=SCI; BR=5
NUS328H0
Nanochemistry [48L, 12T]
The synthesis, characterisation and application of nanostructures using chemical routes, incorporating various concepts from colloidal chemistry, supramolecular chemistry, polymer chemistry and electrochemistry. Applications of nanostructures such as quantum dots, nanoparticles, nanorods and nanowires in the areas of biosensors, bioimaging, LEDs and photonic crystals are highlighted.
Corequisite: NUS227H0
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
NUS398H0
Nanoscience Research [130P]
An experimental or theoretical research problem in nanoscience under the supervision of a faculty member.
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
Chemistry Courses
First Year Seminars
The 199Y1 and 199H1 seminars are designed to provide the opportunity to work closely with an instructor in a class of no more than twenty-four students. These interactive seminars are intended to stimulate the students’ curiosity and provide an opportunity to get to know a member of the professorial staff in a seminar environment during the first year of study. Details here.
CHM101H1
The Chemistry and Biology of Organic Molecules: Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll! [30L, 6T]
An introduction to chemistry and chemical principles for non-scientists, with a focus on the chemistry and biology of organic molecules. The myriad roles these compounds play in our lives are discussed, including their use of pheromones, medicines and weapons, and their effect on colour, taste and smell.
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM138H1
Introductory Organic Chemistry I [36L, 18P, 12T]
An introduction to principles of structure and their relation to reactivity of organic molecules: molecular structure, stereochemistry, functional groups, and reactions. Recommended for students in life and health science programs that involve a small amount of chemistry
NOTE: CHM138H1 AND139H1 may be taken in either order, but not both in the same session.
Exclusion: CHM151Y1, CHM242H5, CHMB41H3
Prerequisite: Chemistry SCH4U, Mathematics (MHF4U + MCV4U) or (MCB4U + MHF4U/MDM4U/MCV4U) or (MCV4U + MDM4U/MGA4U)
Co-requisite: MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1/MAT157Y1 recommended, but may be required pre-requisite in 2nd year Chemistry courses; PHY138Y1/140Y1/(PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/(PHY151H1, PHY152H1) recommended
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM139H1
Chemistry: Physical Principles [36L, 18P, 12T]
Structure of matter, gases, liquids and solids; phase equilibria and phase diagrams; colligative properties; chemical equilibria; electrolyte solutions and electrochemistry; reaction kinetics; introduction to thermodynamics. Recommended for students in life and health science programs that involve a small amount of chemistry
NOTE: CHM138H1 AND139H1 may be taken in either order, but not both in the same session.
Exclusion: CHM151Y1, CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3, CHM140Y5
Prerequisite: Chemistry SCH4U, Mathematics (MHF4U + MCV4U) or (MCB4U + MHF4U/MDM4U/MCV4U) or (MCV4U + MDM4U/MGA4U)
Co-requisite: MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1/MAT157Y1 recommended, but may be required pre-requisite in 2nd year Chemistry courses; PHY138Y1/140Y1/(PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/(PHY151H1, PHY152H1) recommended
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM151Y1
Chemistry: The Molecular Science [72L, 35P, 24T]
An introduction to the major areas of modern chemistry, including organic and biological chemistry; physical chemistry and chemical physics; and inorganic/materials chemistry. The course is intended for students who will be following one of the chemistry specialist programs (including Biological Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry) or who will be including a substantial amount of chemistry in their degree (such as those following a chemistry major program). The combination of CHM151Y1 and CHM249H1 serves as a full year introductory course in organic chemistry with laboratory.
Note: CHM151Y1 has a unique “Course Community” where the undergraduate experience in chemistry is greatly enhanced through a series of workshops, research seminars, tours, outreach opportunities and social activities. Two hour biweekly Course Community meetings, during laboratory class hours will alternate weeks with the CHM151Y1 lab classes. The lab time is reserved for CHM151Y1 activities every week of each semester.
Exclusion: (CHM138H1, CHM139H1), CHM140Y5, CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3
Prerequisite: Chemistry SCH4U, Mathematics (MHF4U + MCV4U) or (MCB4U + MHF4U/MDM4U/MCV4U) or (MCV4U + MDM4U/MGA4U); Physics SPH4U recommended
Co-requisite: PHY138Y1/140Y1/(PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/(PHY151H1, PHY152H1) recommended, but may be required pre-requisite in 2nd year courses; MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1/MAT157Y1
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM217H1
Introduction to Analytical Chemistry [30L, 48P, 6T]
Introduction to the science of chemical measurement, from sampling through analysis to the interpretation of results, including how water, food products, pharmaceuticals, and dietary supplements are analysed for content, quality, and potential contaminants. Also how to interpret experimental measurements, compare results and procedures, and calibrate analytical instrumentation. Through closely integrated lectures, laboratories, and tutorials, this highly practical course introduces a variety of analytical techniques including volumetric methods, potentiometry, uv/visible and infrared spectrophotometry, flame atomic absorption spectrometry, and chromatography.
Exclusion: CHM211H5, CHMB16H3
Prerequisite: (CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1 with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM220H1
Physical Chemistry for Life Sciences [36L, 12T]
Introduction to thermodynamics; kinetics; phase equilibrium, properties of mixtures, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry; introduction to quantum mechanics and spectroscopy. This course is recommended for students in life and health science programs that involve a small amount of chemistry. Students enrolled in any chemistry specialist program (including Biological Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry) or who will be including a substantial amount of chemistry in their degree (such as those following a chemistry major program), are strongly encouraged to take CHM225Y1.
Exclusion: CHM225Y1, CHM221H5, CHMB20H3
Prerequisite: (CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1; MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1/MAT157Y1
Recommended Co-requisite: MAT235Y1/MAT237Y1
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM221H1
Physical Chemistry: The Molecular Viewpoint [24L, 12T]
A continuation of CHM220H1 for students wishing to take some additional material in Physical Chemistry. The course covers topics in quantum mechanics and spectroscopy as well as an introduction to reaction kinetics.
Exclusion: CHM225Y1, CHMB21H3
Prerequisite: CHM220H1 with a minimum grade of B, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
Co-requisite: MAT235Y1/MAT237Y1 recommended, but may be required pre-requisite in 3rd year Chemistry courses
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM225Y1
Introduction to Physical Chemistry [48L, 24T]
Topics: introductory thermodynamics, first and second law and applications; chemical equilibrium; chemical kinetics; introductory quantum mechanics; spectroscopy. The course is intended for students who will be following one of the chemistry specialist programs (including Biological Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry) or who will be including a substantial amount of chemistry in their degree (such as those following a chemistry major program).
Exclusion: CHM220H1, CHM221H1, CHM221H5, CHMB20H3, CHMB21H3
Prerequisite: [(CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1 with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test], MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1/MAT157Y1, PHY138Y1/140Y1/(PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/(PHY151H1, PHY152H1)
Co-requisite: MAT235Y1/MAT237Y1
DR=SCI; BR=5
ENV235Y1
Physics and Chemistry of the Evolving Earth [48L, 24T]
(see Centre for Environment)
This course considers the fundamental chemical and physical processes of the Earth’s natural environment. The first semester of the course focuses primarily on the atmosphere: its evolution, structure, composition and dynamical character. Particular emphasis is given to a discussion of global climate and the underlying physical, chemical and biogeochemical factors that drive climate change. Within this context, stratospheric ozone depletion, ocean chemistry, urban air pollution, acid rain and water quality are also discussed. The second semester focuses on the solid Earth: its formulation and evolution, internal dynamics, mantle-core differentiation, volcanism, tectonics and paleoclimate/ice ages. Throughout the course, the operation of the Earth as a coupled physico-chemical system over a range of timescales is emphasized.
Prerequisite: (CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1, MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1/JMB170Y1, PHY138Y1/140Y1/(PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/(PHY151H1, PHY152H1) or permission of the department
DR=SCI
CHM238Y1
Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry [48L, 44P]
The first part (with CHM338H1) of a two-year sequence in Inorganic Chemistry, designed to illustrate and systematize the rich variety of structures, physical properties and reactions of compounds of the elements across and down the Periodic Table. Introduction to structure, symmetry and bonding of molecules and lattices; acid-base and redox reactions; d-metal complexes; chemistry of elements of the s and p blocks; inorganic materials and solid state chemistry with applications in advanced technologies.
Exclusion: CHM231H5
Prerequisite: CHM151Y1/(CHM138H1, CHM139H1) with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM247H1
Introductory Organic Chemistry II [36L, 22P, 12T]
Reactions of organic compounds. Principles of mechanism, synthesis, and spectroscopy, continuing from CHM138H1. This course is recommended for students in life and health science programs that involve a small amount of chemistry. Students enrolled in any chemistry specialist program (including Biological Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry) or who will be including a substantial amount of chemistry in their degree (such as those following a chemistry major program) are strongly encouraged to take CHM249H1.
Exclusion: CHM249H1, CHM243H5, CHMB42H3
Prerequisite: (CHM138H1, CHM139H1)/CHM151Y1
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM249H1
Organic Chemistry [36L, 50P]
An introductory course in organic chemistry, based around the themes of structure, bonding, reaction mechanism and synthesis. Reactions are discussed with a view to understanding mechanism and how they are useful in the multi-step synthesis of medicinally and industrially important compounds. An introduction to the spectroscopy of organic molecules is also given, as well as discussion of topics relating to the biological behaviour of organic molecules and medicinal chemistry. This course continues from CHM151Y1 or CHM138H1 and is designed for students in the chemistry specialist and major programs. This course is highly recommended for students in the Biological Chemistry program.
Exclusion: CHM247H1, CHM243H5, CHMB42H3
Prerequisite: CHM151Y1/(CHM138H1, CHM139H1) with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
DR=SCI; BR=5
CHM299Y1
Research Opportunity Program
Credit course for supervised participation in faculty research project. Details here.
DR=SCI
CHM310H1
Environmental Chemistry [24L]
Major chemical pollutants and their sources, the environmental reactions they undergo, and how they become distributed throughout the environment. Focus is on the principal routes of chemical and biological degradation of toxicants; oxidation, photodegradation, hydrolysis, reduction, biotic metabolism, and microbial degradation. The principal physical processes by which chemicals move, concentrate, and dissipate.
Prerequisite: CHM247H1/CHM249H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM317H1
Introduction to Instrumental Methods of Analysis [24L, 48P]
Scope of instrumental analytical chemistry; Fourier transform IR absorption spectroscopy; molecular luminescence; emission spectroscopy; mass spectrometry; sensors; gas and high performance liquid chromatography; instrument design principles and applications in industry and the environment.
Exclusion: CHM311H5, CHMC11H3, CHMC16H3
Prerequisite: CHM217H1 with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
Recommended preparation: (CHM220H1, CHM221H1)/CHM225Y1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM325H1
Introduction to Inorganic and Polymer Materials Chemistry [24L]
Fashioned to illustrate how inorganic and polymer materials chemistry can be rationally used to synthesize superconductors, metals, semiconductors, ceramics, elastomers, thermoplastics, thermosets and polymer liquid crystals, with properties that can be tailored for applications in a range of advanced technologies. Coverage is fairly broad and is organized to crosscut many aspects of the field.
Prerequisite: CHM220H1/CHM225Y1, CHM238Y1, CHM247H1/CHM249H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM326H1
Introductory Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy [24L]
This course introduces the postulates of quantum mechanics to develop the fundamental framework of quantum theory. A number of exactly soluble problems are treated in detail as examples. Perturbation theory is introduced in the context of understanding many body problems. Various applications to chemical bonding and molecular spectroscopy are covered in detail.
Exclusion: JCP321H5
Prerequisite: CHM225Y1/(CHM220H1, CHM221H1), MAT235Y1/MAT237Y1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM327H1
Experimental Physical Chemistry [12L, 48P]
Students are exposed to experiments to help them experience modern physical chemistry. Labs designed to illustrate physical chemistry principles and practical techniques as well as their real world state of the art applications. The course also involves some lecture material to broaden the laboratory experience.
Prerequisite: CHM225Y1/(CHM220H1, CHM221H1) with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
Recommended Co-requisites: CHM326H1 or CHM328H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM328H1
Modern Physical Chemistry [24L]
This course explores the microscopic description of macroscopic phenomena in chemistry. Statistical mechanics is introduced as the bridge between the microscopic and macroscopic views, and applied to a variety of chemical problems including reaction dynamics. More advanced topics in thermodynamics are introduced and discussed as required.
Exclusion: JCP322H5, CHMC20H3
Prerequisite: CHM225Y1/(CHM220H1, CHM221H1), MAT235Y1/MAT237Y1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM338H1
Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry [24L, 54P]
Further study of the structures, physical properties and reactions of compounds and transition metals. Introductions to spectroscopy and structural analysis, reaction mechanisms, d- block organometallic compounds, catalysis, and bioinorganic chemistry. The weekly laboratory demonstrates aspects of transition metal chemistry.
Exclusion: CHM331H5
Prerequisite: CHM238Y1 with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
Recommended Preparation: CHM217H1, CHM247H1/CHM249H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM342H1
Modern Organic Synthesis (formerly CHM345H1) [24L]
An overview of the preparation of various classes of organic compounds. Strategies and tactics of synthetic organic chemistry using examples from natural products and pharmaceuticals. C-C bond formation, functional group reactivity, structure, stereochemistry and selectivity.
Exclusion: CHM345H5
Prerequisite: CHM247H1/CHM249H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM343H1
Organic Synthesis Techniques [24L, 54P]
This laboratory course showcases modern organic synthesis techniques and introduces chemical research principles. It provides excellent preparation for a CHM499Y1 project in organic chemistry. Associated lectures teach theory and problem-solving approaches from a practical perspective.
Prerequisite: CHM247H1/CHM249H1 with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
Recommended preparation: CHM342H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM347H1
Organic Chemistry of Biological Compounds [24L, 12T]
An organic chemical approach to the structure and reactions of major classes of biological molecules: carbohydrates, amino acids, peptides and proteins, phosphates, lipids, heterocycles, vitamins, nucleotides and polynucleotides. This is achieved through studies of advanced stereochemistry, chemical modification, reactions and synthesis. In addition to lectures and reading from texts, there will be opportunities for independent written assignments on several of the topics.
Exclusion: CHM347H5, CHMC47H3
Prerequisite: CHM247H1/CHM249H1
Recommended preparation: CHM217H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM348H1
Organic Reaction Mechanisms [24L, 26P]
Principles and methods of analyzing and predicting organic chemical reactivity: advanced stereochemistry, conformational analysis, reaction kinetics, isotope effect, linear free energy relationships, orbital transformations, systematization of mechanisms.
Exclusions: CHM341H5, CHMC41H3
Prerequisite: CHM247H1/CHM249H1 with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM379H1
Biomolecular Chemistry [24L, 48P]
This course provides an opportunity to learn core techniques in biological chemistry in a small group laboratory setting. Lectures will discuss the theory behind the techniques and highlight how they are used in current biological chemistry research and practice.
Exclusion: BCH370H1, BCH371H1
Prerequisite: (CHM247H1/CHM249H1, with a minimum grade of 63%, or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test), CHM347H1, BCH210H1
Recommended preparation: CHM217H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM398H0
Independent Experiential Study Project
CHM399Y0
Independent Experiential Study Project
An instructor-supervised group project in an off-campus setting. Details here.
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM410H1
Analytical Environmental Chemistry [24L, 44P]
An analytical theory, instrumental, and methodology course focused on the measurement of pollutants in soil, water, air, and biological tissues and the determination of physical/chemical properties including vapour pressure, degradation rates, partitioning. Lab experiments involve application of theory.
Prerequisite: CHM310H1
Recommended preparation: CHM317H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM414H1
Biosensors and Chemical Sensors [24L]
The development, design, and operation of biosensors and chemical sensors, including: biosensor technology, transducer theory and operation, device design and fabrication, surface modification and methods of surface analysis, flow injection analysis and chemometrics.
Prerequisite: CHM217H1/CHM220H1/CHM225Y1
Recommended preparation: CHM317H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM415H1
Atmospheric Chemistry [24L]
This course considers the chemistry occurring in the Earth’s atmosphere, with emphasis on developing molecular-level understanding of the photochemistry, free-radical kinetics, and heterogeneous chemistry that occurs. Topics include stratospheric ozone depletion, trace gas oxidation, urban air pollution, acid rain, and the connections between aerosols and climate.
Prerequisite: CHM220H1/CHM225Y1/CHM310H1
Recommended preparation: MAT135Y1/MAT137Y1; PHY138Y1/140Y1/(PHY131H1, PHY132H1)/(PHY151H1, PHY152H1)
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM416H1
Separation Science [24L]
Principles of separation in analytical chemistry. Fractionation processes and solvent extractions; theory of chromatography, retention time, column efficiency and resolution. Principles of gas-liquid chromatography; instrumentation for gas chromatography. High performance liquid chromatography - practice and equipment design. Ion exchange, size-exclusion and affinity chromatography. Electrophoretic techniques.
Prerequisite: CHM317H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM417H1
Laboratory Instrumentation [24L, 10P]
This course provides an introduction to building and using optics- and electronics-based instrumentation for laboratory research, as well as for implementing custom software control. Lecture topics include passive electronic components, diodes and transistors, operational amplifiers, light sources and detectors, reflectors, refractors, polarizers, and diffractors, LabView programming and many others. Lectures are supplemented by laboratories in which students work in teams to build fluorescent detection systems for chromatography over the course of several weeks.
Recommended preparation: CHM317H1, or permission from the instructor
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM423H1
Applications of Quantum Mechanics [24L]
Applications of time independent and time dependent perturbation theory to atomic and molecular problems, selection of topics from WKB approximation and the classical limit; the interaction of light with matter; elementary atomic scattering theory; molecular bonding.
Prerequisite: CHM326H1
Recommended preparation: MAT223H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM426H1
Polymer Chemistry [24L]
Scope of polymer chemistry. Classification of polymers. Synthesis and characterization. Polymers in solution. Thermodynamics of polymer solutions and blends, Flory-Huggins theory. Polymers in the solid state. Crystalline and amorphous polymers. Glass transition and melting temperature. Mechanical properties. Polymers as advanced materials.
Prerequisite: CHM325H1, CHM328H1, CHM348H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM427H1
Statistical Mechanics [24L]
Ensemble theory in statistical mechanics. Applications, including imperfect gases and liquid theories. Introduction to non-equilibrium problems.
Prerequisite: CHM326H1, CHM328H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM432H1
Organometallic Chemistry and Catalysis [24L]
Structure, bonding, and reactions of organometallic compounds, with emphasis on basic mechanisms, and industrial processes. Addition, metalation, elimination, important catalytic cycles, electrophilic, and nucleophilic reactions are considered on a mechanistic basis. Topics on modern organometallic chemistry and catalysis are covered.
Prerequisite: CHM338H1
Recommended preparation: CHM348H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM434H1
Advanced Materials Chemistry [24L]
A comprehensive investigation of synthetic methods for preparing diverse classes of inorganic materials with properties intentionally tailored for a particular use. Begins with a primer on solid-state materials and electronic band description of solids followed by a survey of archetypical solids that have had a dramatic influence on the materials world, some new developments in materials chemistry and a look at perceived future developments in materials research and technology. Strategies for synthesizing many different classes of materials with intentionally designed structures and compositions, textures and morphologies are then explored in detail emphasizing how to control the relations between structure and property of materials and ultimately function and utility. A number of contemporary issues in materials research are critically evaluated to appreciate recent highlights in the field of materials chemistry - an emerging sub-discipline of chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHM325H1, CHM338H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM437H1
Bioinorganic Chemistry [24L]
This course examines the use of metals in biology. Topics include naturally occurring and medicinal ligands; transport, uptake and control of concentration of metal ions; and physical methods of characterization of metal binding sites. The roles of metal ions in nature are discussed, including as structural and signaling elements in proteins, nucleic acids and DNA-binding complexes and proteins; as Lewis-acid centres in enzymes; as carriers of electrons, atoms and groups in redox proteins and enzymes; and as sources of biominerals; as radiopharmaceuticals.
Exclusion: CHM333H5, CHMD69H3
Prerequisite: CHM238Y1
Recommended preparation: CHM338H1(strongly recommended), CHM347H1/CHM379H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM440H1
The Synthesis of Modern Pharmaceutical Agents [24L]
This course provides an overview of reactions and synthetic strategies that are being used at different stages of the drug development process. Using representative examples from the literature, we will concentrate on synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds.
Prerequisite: CHM342H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM441H1
Spectroscopic Analysis in Organic Chemistry [24L, 20P]
Structure and stereochemistry determination using modern spectroscopic techniques. Several techniques are discussed but particular emphasis is given to NMR (1H and 13C NMR) and mass spectrometry. The approach taken emphasizes applications of these spectroscopic methods to organic problems. Students are trained to run their own spectra (IR, UV, NMR, GC-MS).
Prerequisite: CHM249H1,CHM343H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM443H1
Physical Organic Chemistry [24L]
Noncovalent binding forces, solutions, and molecular recognition. Electronic structure theory and computational techniques. Reaction mechanisms: experimental probes and reactive intermediates, including carbenes and radicals. Photophysics and photochemistry of organic compounds.
Prerequisite: CHM220H1/CHM225Y1, CHM348H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM446H1
Organic Materials Chemistry [24L]
This course covers design, synthesis, characterization and application of organic materials. Emphasis is placed on classic examples of organic materials including semiconducting polymers, molecular devices, self-assembled systems, and bioconjugates, as well as recent advances from the literature.
Prerequisite: CHM325H1, CHM342H1/CHM343H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM447H1
Bio-organic Chemistry [24L]
Catalytic, mechanisms in biochemical systems: acceleration and specificity, pH-profiles, catalytic properties of active sites, stress and strain, stereochemical considerations, principles of enzyme kinetics, mechanisms of inhibition, cofactors, mechanistic case studiies ribozymes. The course includes readings from a text and research publications, as well as original critical essays.
Prerequisite: CHM347H1, CHM348H1 or permission of the department through an appeal and placement test
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM479H1
Biological Chemistry [24L]
An in depth examination of biological systems at the molecular level. Several complex, multi-component molecular machines with a central role in life will be examined. For each system studied, the focus will be on understanding the chemical mechanisms that underlie the biological activities, and how these processes fit into a cellular context.
Prerequisite: BCH210H1/BCH242Y1
Recommended preparation: CHM447H1
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
CHM499Y1
Introduction to Chemistry Research [240P]
An experimental or theoretical research problem under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry. Applications for enrolment should be made to the Department in the preceding Winter Session. Projects in the areas of environmental, analytical, physical, inorganic, materials, organic and biological chemistry are offered.
Prerequisite: Permission of the department. Minimum CGPA of 2.7. Research positions are limited. Students with strong background in courses in the sub-discipline of research interest will be given preference.
DR=SCI; BR=TBA
Cinema Studies Institute: see Innis College
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