Students in the Biochemistry program can plan their course load by referring to the following worksheet.
Click on the course number for the course description.
Those interested in a Major or Minor in biochemistry click here.
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B.Sc. (Honours) Biochemistry |
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Year 1 / Term 1 |
CHMI 1006
General Chemistry |
BIOL 1506
Biology I |
MATH 1036
Calculus I |
PHYS 1006
Introductory Physics I |
3 cr Electives
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Year 1 / Term 2 |
CHMI 1007
General Chemistry |
BIOL 1507
Biology II |
MATH 1037
Calculus II
or MATH 1057
Linear Algebra |
PHYS 1007
Introductory Physics II |
3 cr. Electives |
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Year 2 / Term 1 |
CHMI 2426
Organic Chemistry |
CHMI 2516
Physical Chemistry I |
CHMI 2316
Inorganic Chemistry |
COSC 2831
Computer Software for the Sciences
or STAT 2246 Statistics for the Sciences |
3 cr Electives
6 cr BIOL1 |
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Year 2 / Term 2 |
CHMI 2427
Organic Chemistry II |
CHMI 2227
Biochemistry I |
CHMI 2117
Intro. Quant. Analysis
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Year 3 / Term 1 |
CHMI 3226
Biochemistry II |
CHMI 3416
Inter. Organic Chemistry |
3 credits from:
CHMI 4286
Environmental Biochem.2
CHMI 4287
Biochemical Toxicology2
CHMI 4297
Biochem. Immune System2 |
CHMI 3217 Biochem. of Nucleic Acids
or
CHMI 4217
Structure and Function of Biomembranes |
3 credits from: CHMI 2517, 3417, 4486, 3116, 3427, 4237, 4496, 4206
6 cr. Elective
3 cr. BIOL1 |
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Year 3 / Term 2 |
CHMI 3227
Experimental Biochemistry |
CHMI 4226
Recombinant DNA Tech. I |
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Year 4 |
CHMI 4615
Research and Seminar |
CHMI 3217 Biochem. of Nucleic Acids2
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CHMI 4217
Structure and Function of Biomembranes2 |
3 credits from:
CHMI 4286
Environmental Biochem.2
CHMI 4287
Biochemical Toxicology2
CHMI 4297
Biochem. Immune System2 |
3 credits from:
CHMI 3116, 4206, 3417, 3427, 4227, 4237, 4486, 4496, 4497, 4597 |
9 cr. Electives
6 cr. BIOL1 |
NOTES:
1) Students must complete a total of 21 BIOL credits during the course of the program.
2) Courses marked with this symbol are not offered every year. Students are advised to consult the respective departments for course schedules.
For the purpose of the biochemistry program the following courses are acceptable as BIOL credits: ANTR 3047, ANTR 3086, PHED 2506, PHED 2507, PSYC 2617, PHYS 2606, PSYC 2606, PSYC 3506.
The following BIOL credits are strongly recommended: BIOL 2126, BIOL 3017, BIOL 3025.
CHMI 4286, CHMI 4287, CHMI 4297, CHMI 4237 or CHMI 3427 may be counted as BIOL credits if not used as CHMI credits.
PHIL 2525 or PHIL 2345 is strongly recommended as an elective.
For more information concerning the Biochemistry program, please contact the following:
Biochemistry Program Counselors
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Course Descriptions
CHMI 1006 E - General Chemistry I
An introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include: atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, stoichiometry, the periodic table and periodicity, and the properties of solutions.
PREREQ: OAC or U level chemistry or CHMI 1041 or department’s permission.
(lec 3, tut 1, lab 2) cr 3
CHMI 1007 E - General Chemistry II
Part 2 of CHMI 1006. Topics include: thermochemistry, chemical thermodynamics, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, buffer solutions, electrochemistry and introductory organic chemistry.
PREREQ: CHMI 1006 or 1041 (min. 80%).
(lec 3, tut 1, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 2117 E - Introductory Quantitative Analysis
Examines the theory and techniques of classical quantitative analysis, including gravimetry and precipitation titrations, volumetric analysis, oxidation-reduction titrations, complexometric titrations, as well as the treatment of data. Introductorynotions of instrumental techniques are presented.
PREREQ: CHMI 1006 and CHMI 1007. Students registered in the Specialized Program in Chemistry with an average of at least 80% in CHMI 1006 may take CHMI 2117 in lieu of CHMI 1007. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 2227 E - Biochemistry I
Topics include: protein structure and function, nucleic acid chemistry, DNA and its replication, the genetic code and protein synthesis, regulation of gene expression, cloning and gene isolation, DNA sequencing and enzyme kinetics.
PREREQ: CHMI 2426 or 2425, plus CHMI 2427 (may be taken concurrently). Students may not retain credit for both CHMI 2216 & 2227. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 2316 E - Inorganic Chemistry I
An overview of the periodic table and the periodic properties of the elements. The various types of chemical bonding and the structures of solids are covered. A systematic study of the properties and chemical reactions of the Main Group elements is
included.
PREREQ: CHMI 1006/7. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 2317 E - Inorganic Chemistry II
Examines coordination chemistry with emphasis on the d-block elements, including structure, reaction mechanisms, and kinetics. Various bonding models such as valence bond theory, crystal/ligand field theory, and molecular orbital theory are described. An
introduction to organometallic chemistry and catalysis is presented. Aspects of bio-inorganic chemistry are also discussed.
PREREQ: CHMI 2316. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 2426 E - Organic Chemistry I
An introduction to organic chemistry. Topics include: structure and bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, and an introduction to the chemistry of a few classes of organic compounds.
Students may not retain credit for both CHMI 2425 & 2426/7. PREREQ: CHMI 1006/7. (lec 3, lab 3, tut 1) cr 3
CHMI 2427 E - Organic Chemistry II
Includes a detailed investigation of the reactions of hydrocarbons and monofunctional organic compounds. The factors which affect these reactions are also discussed.
Students may not retain credit for both CHMI 2425 & 2426/7. PREREQ: CHMI 2426.
(lec 3, lab 3, tut 1) cr 3
CHMI 2516 E - Introductory Physical Chemistry I
An introduction to the principles of chemical thermodynamics including the first, second and third laws of thermodynamics and the relations of thermodynamic functions to chemical equilibria in the ideal and nonideal solid, liquid and gaseous states.
Includes elementary applications of the phase rule.
PREREQ: CHMI 1006/7 & MATH 1036/7. (lec 3, lab 3, tut 1) cr 3
CHMI 2517 E - Introductory Physical Chemistry II
An introduction to the physico-chemical principles of electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, surface and colloid chemistry.
PREREQ: CHMI 1006/7 & MATH 1036/7. (lec 3, lab 3, tut 1) cr 3
CHMI 3116 E - Instrumental Techniques in Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Sciences
The course presents the principles and components of modern instruments currently used in chemical, biological, biochemical and environmental sciences, including forensic and pharmaceutical sciences to measure and characterize elements, ions, small and large molecules and compounds. It covers the main divisions of instrumental analysis based on: 1) separation techniques such as gas, liquid and supercritical chromatography, electrophoresis, gel permeation/filtration; 2) spectroscopy, spectrometry
and optical phenomena such as ultra-violet, visible, infra-red, luminescence and fluorescence techniques, atomic spectrometry, surface plasmon resonance, X-ray techniques, radioactivity measurements, mass spectrometry; and 3) electrochemical methods based on potentiometry, voltammetry and biosensors. The interfacing of instruments (hyphenated techniques) is also covered and numerous applications are presented.
PREREQ: CHMI 2117. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 3217 E - Biochemistry of Nucleic Acids
This course will cover advanced concepts in genome structure and function. The topics to be covered include DNA structure, structure of chromatin, unique and repetitive sequences in genomic DNA, DNA replication, repair and recombination and the control of gene expression. Accepted as credit towards a program in Biology. Students cannot obtain credit for both CHMI 3217 and CHMI 4216.
PREREQ (may be taken concurrently): CHMI 3226 (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 3226 E - Biochemistry II
Topics include: intermediary metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids; regulation of metabolism; membrane structure and functions; transmembrane signalling and potosynthesis.
PREREQ: CHMI 2227 & CHMI 2427 or 2425. Students may not retain credit for both CHMI 3217 & 3226. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 3227 E - Experimental Biochemistry
Gives students hands-on experience with the techniques used in the biochemistry laboratory. Techniques introduced: cell fractionation, protein and nucleic acid extraction and analysis, use of radioisotopes in biochemistry, spectroscopic techniques, preparation and characterisation of liposomes and recombinant DNA techniques.
PREREQ: successful completion of the 2nd year of the Biochemistry program and CHMI 3226. (lab 6) cr 3
CHMI 3257 – Principles of Pharmacology
Students will study various concepts dealing with how the body interacts with drugs. The following topics will be discussed: the routes of administration for drugs based on their physico-chemical properties; the basic concepts of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, distribution, metabolism and elimination; the mechanism of action of drugs on the central nervous, cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal, immune and respiratory systems; toxicology of drugs.
Prerequisite: CHMI 3226 and CHMI 3416.( Lec 3) cr 3.
CHMI 3316 E - Inorganic Chemistry III
The chemistry of extended inorganic structures, such as ionic solids, chains, clusters, layered minerals and three-dimensional frameworks is discussed. Includes a discussion of solid-state chemistry topics, including crystallography, defects, conductivity,
band theory and the condensed phase rule.
PREREQ: CHMI 2316. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 3326 E - Groundwater Chemistry
An introduction to soils as a porous medium, the properties of fluids in porous media, with particular attention to the hydraulic cycle and soil gases. The course concentrates on the chemical equilibria in soils: liquid-mineral equilibria, dissolution, precipitation, exchange with soil gases, the CO2/bicarbonate system, ion exchange and sorption. Case studies are discussed with emphasis on experimental methods and the use of geochemical computer models.
PREREQ: CHMI 2316 or GEOL 2807. (lec 3,lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 3416 E - Intermediate Organic Chemistry
Involves the application of spectroscopic methods (N.M.R., U.V., I.R. and mass spectrometry) to the determination of structures of organic compounds, and examines the chemistry of aromatic compounds including phenols, arylhalides and polynuclear
hydrocarbons.
PREREQ: CHMI 2425 or 2427. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 3417 E - Topics in Organic Chemistry
Examines condensation reactions involving carbanions and their application to synthesis, the chemistry of selected polyfunctional compounds and heterocyclic compounds, as well as molecular rearrangements and their mechanisms. Includes a study of the
properties of the reactive intermediates in organic chemistry, photochemistry and the chemistry of organometallic compounds.
PREREQ: CHMI 3416. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 3427 E - Introductory Medicinal Chemistry
Explores the basic concepts of medicinal chemistry. An understanding of structure and stereochemistry and of chirality and drug design is developed. Drug activity is discussed in general terms of structure-activity relationships such as observed in the interaction of enzymes with substrates and inhibitors, and receptors with agonists and antagonists. Selective drugs and their mode of action include sulfa drugs, B-lactam antibiotics, agents to control Parkinson’s disease and anticancer drugs.
PREREQ: CHMI 2427 and 2227. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 3446 E– Chemical Pharmacognosy
This course will introduce students to pharmacognosy, the study of plant-derived medicinal products. In particular, several categories of natural products will be described, including the isolation of promising compounds, their structural modification for
improved properties, and the characterization of their pharmacology. Finally, the design of clinical trials and strategies for drug commercialization will be reviewed.
PREREQ: CHMI 2427 (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 3536 E - Principles of Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy
The course presents advanced aspects of modern spectroscopy for the characterization of molecular structure and dynamics. We start with an exposition of group theory, character tables, and symmetry coordinates applied to the prediction of infrared and
Raman activity. The accurate simulation of vibrational spectra using modern computational chemistry is outlined. The course then discusses advances in photoelectron and electron-impact spectroscopy, pump-probe techniques for femto- and attosecond
molecular and electronic dynamics, and new developments in single-molecule manipulation involving the use of scanning-probe microscopes, as well as optical and magnetic tweezers.
PREREQ: CHMI 3537 (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4186 E - Topics in Radiochemistry
A review of the fundamental aspects of radioactivity, plus specific instrumentation and chemical analysis. Topics include: types of ionizing radiation, units, nuclear stability, binding energy, growth and decay. The instrumentation and analysis focus primarily
on liquid scintillation and gamma spectroscopy analysis, the selection of energy range for quantification, counting statistics, efficiency correction (e.g. quenching), and background correction. Advanced topics include reactor life cycle and nuclear waste management, plus other topics that may vary from year to year: alpha spectroscopy; sample preparation techniques, decay chains (alpha emitters), isotope geology and dating, environmental actinide chemistry, etc.
PREREQ: CHMI 3116 & MATH 2261 or CHMI 2516. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3
CHMI 4196 E - Topics in Analytical Chemistry
Selected instrumental methods of analysis are treated at an advanced level.
PREREQ: CHMI 3116. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4197 E - Environmental Analytical Chemistry
A study of the analysis of environmental samples from sources such as lakes, rivers, sediments and effluents. Methods of studying the speciation of various elements present in the samples is also examined.
PREREQ: CHMI 3116 or 2117, plus CHMI 3326. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4206 E - Applied Bioinformatics
This course will enable students to learn and apply several bioinformatics tools to the study of genomes and proteomes. The topics covered will include the sequencing and annotation of genomes, characterization of proteomes, comparative methods for sequence analysis, phylogenetic analysis, predictive methods for protein and nucleic acid sequence analysis, comparative methods for gene expression analysis and functional genomics.
Students cannot obtain credits for both CHMI 3206 and CHMI 4206. Prerequisite : CHMI 3217. (3h) 3cr
CHMI 4217 E - Biomembranes, Structure and Function
A discussion of the structure and function of membrane systems, such as myelin, plasma, mitochondrial, chloroplast and bacterial membranes. Examines the dynamic aspects associated with membranes such as transport of ions and metabolites, the transduction of energy and receptor-effector interactions.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4226 E - Recombinant DNA Technology
This course is an introduction to several of the modern laboratory techniques involved in the manipulation of the DNA molecule. The following topics will be discussed: complementary DNA and genomic library screening; PCR (polymerase chain reaction) technology; site-directed mutagenesis; DNAse footprinting procedure; transgenic and knock-out mice; in-vitro and in-vivo expression of specific proteins; cloning hereditary disease-causing genes; recombinant DNA and its commercial applications.
Students cannot obtain credits for both CHMI 4226 and CHMI 3216. PREREQ: CHMI 3217. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4227 E - Recombinant DNA Technology II
Deals with the advanced technical principles involved in the analysis of gene expression: reporter genes, antisense RNA and differential cDNA libraries. Techniques for in-vivo and in-vitro production of proteins (fusion proteins and the two-hybrid system) are discussed. Advanced applications of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR), including real-time PCR, are reviewed.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4237 E - Special Topics in Biochemistry
Topics selected from recent literature on cellular and medical biochemistry are studied in depth.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4286 E - Environmental Biochemistry
Examines the biochemical and genetic adaptations of living organisms to various environmental factors. Stresses mediated by effectors such as temperature, water, salt, hydrogen ions, radiation, chemical pollutants, both metals and non-metals, and nutrients are examined.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4287 E - Biochemical Toxicology
Examines the biochemical principles and cellular and molecular mechanisms that contribute to the manifestation of toxicity caused by drugs and environmental chemicals with emphasis on potential routes of uptake, the enzymes which catalyze biotransformation of xenobiotics, storage and elimination. The chemical reactivity; enzymatic induction and inhibition, the role
of the cytochrome P-450-dependent mixed-function oxidase system in the deactivation and bioactivation of xenobiotics and glutathione conjugation are also presented. Topics include: reproductive toxicology and teratology, developmental toxicology, carcinogenesis, genotoxicity and mutagenesis, immunotoxicology, neurotoxicology, environmental toxicology, clinical and regulatory toxicology, human health and ecotoxicological risk assessments. Selected classes of compounds and their exposure routes, mechanisms of toxicity, fate, toxicologic sequelae and their antidotes are considered in depth.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4297 E - Biochemistry of the Immune System
An introduction to the molecular aspects of the immune response. Topics include: structure, synthesis and function of antibodies, the nature of the antibody/antigen interaction, structure of the antigen receptors and of the MHC (Major Histocompatibility Complex) molecules, structure of the major cytokines and their receptors, and major molecular events involved in immune response.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226 (may be taken concurrently). (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4396 E - Topics in Inorganic Materials Chemistry
An introduction to fundamental notions of surface chemistry and their applications to materials characterization. Presents a survey of the experimental methods used to study bulk materials and their surfaces, including diffraction, particle beam, and spectroscopic techniques. Includes an overview of heterogeneous catalysis, with emphasis on solid-phase catalyst design, the mechanisms of surface reactions, and an introduction to nanoporosity and nanoporous materials, including zeolites, molecular sieves, and pillared layered compounds. Involves discussion sessions on recent research trends in inorganic materials chemistry.
PREREQ: CHMI 3317. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4397 E - Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
Selected topics from areas of current research in inorganic chemistry are discussed. The subject matter in this course may vary from year to year.
PREREQ: CHMI 3316 & 3317. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4417 E - Biotransformations in Organic Chemistry
Examines the use of enzymatic systems in the transformations of organic materials. Typical biotransformations include hydrolysis and condensation reactions, oxidations and reductions, and carbon-carbon bond formation and cleavage. The application of these transformations to processes in the biotechnology industry is also discussed.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226 & 3416. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4446 E– Drug Design and Development
This course will describe how medicinal compounds are discovered from diverse sources. It will cover the molecular modifications, using organic chemistry as a tool, in order to optimize the molecular structure to overcome undesired pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties. A detailed description of modern methods of chiral synthesis utilized to selectively produce an enantiomeric entity will be provided. A review of the methods used to resolve racemic mixtures will also be covered.
(lec 3) cr3
CHMI 4486 E - Advanced Medicinal Chemistry
Explores the advanced concepts of medicinal chemistry. The mechanisms of drug action and pharmacokinetic principles are discussed in detail, followed by a discussion of the strategies in drug design with special emphasis on combinatorial chemistry and related topics. Also includes a discussion of the classes and the mode of action of drugs acting on the CNS and drugs stimulating the peripheral NS.
PREREQ: CHMI 3226 & CHMI 3416 or 3427. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4496 E - Physical Organic Chemistry
The kinetic and non-kinetic methods of determining the mechanisms of organic reactions are discussed in detail. Structure reactivity relationships and the effects of solvent and other physical parameters on the rates and mechanisms of reactions are also investigated. PREREQ: CHMI 3416. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4497 E - Natural Products Chemistry
The biosynthesis and biological activity of several classes of natural products such as polyketides and terpenes will be studied. In addition, the metabolites from the shikimic acid pathway, from amino acids and from mixed biosynthetic origin will be
discussed. Examples of metabolites important in chemical ecology are included. PREREQ: CHMI 3417 or permission from instructor. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4517 E– Surface Chemistry of Biomaterials
This course will examine the influence of surface chemistry on the in-vivo performance of biomaterials. Some of the topics covered will include cell/surface adhesion, biocompatibility of implant materials, corrosion of metallic implants in-vivo and
surface modification strategies for improving device function and lifetime. An introduction to surface analytical techniques that are commonly used for studying biomaterials will also be included. Current advances in this area including nanobiotechnology and intelligent materials will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: CHMI 2516 and CHMI 2517 or permission of the instructor. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4518 E - Colloid Chemistry
A discussion of the principles of colloid chemistry in terms of natural and synthetic high polymers and natural and synthetic minerals. The methods for determination of the size and charge on these materials is discussed and various applications of colloid
chemistry in industry are described.
PREREQ: CHMI 2316 & CHMI 2425 or 2427, plus CHMI 2517. (lec 1) cr 1
CHMI 4576 E - Statistical Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics
An introduction to statistical ensembles of closed and open systems, and their use to compute thermodynamic properties from microscopic information. Topics include: classical and quantum statistics, partition functions, and their use in the calculation of
thermodynamic properties of gases and solids. The course also covers the application of statistical mechanics in reaction-rate theory of chemical reactions.
Students may not retain credit for both CHMI 4537 & 4576. PREREQ: CHMI 3536/7 or department’s permission. (lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4597 E - Computer-aided Molecular Simulations and Chemical Design
Examines, in detail, theoretical approaches to chemical reactivity, computer-aided molecular modeling and drug design, and molecular dynamics simulations. Special emphasis is placed on computer simulations of liquids, solid-gas adsorption, drug receptor interaction, protein folding, and the computation of thermodynamic properties by using statistical mechanics and molecular dynamics. Computer experiments form an essential part of the course.
Students may not retain credit for both CHMI 4597 & 5537. PREREQ: CHMI 3537.
(lec 3) cr 3
CHMI 4615 E - Research and Seminar
The 4th-year student is required to carry out a research project under the supervision of a staff member chosen by the student. The research project is written as a B.Sc. thesis according to the format available from the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The student must give a seminar on the topic of her/his choice in the 2nd term.
PREREQ: successful completion of 3rd year or instructor’s permission. (lab 9 min., sem 1) cr 6
Course Offered By Other Departments That Are Intergrated Into The Biochemistry Program
ANTR 3047 - Public Health and Epidemiology
Essentials of public health and epidemiology are covered in this course. The approach is multidisciplinary and from a systems perspective; considering biotic, abiootic and socio-cultural determinants of health and sickness. The focus is applied, with emphasis on evidence-based critical analysis, prevention and clinical practice.
(lec 3) cr 3.
ANTR 3086 E - Medical Anthropology: Medicine, Culture and Society
This course provides an introduction to medical anthropology, as well as a critical anthropological analysis of "mainstream Western medicine" and its role within comtemporary society. The focus is on the culture of conventional Medicine, including a historical and epistemological overview of its paradigms and its dynamics, and the cultural aspects of surgical and preventive medicine perspectives. Possible avenues to improve health at the community level are explored, using the discussed topics as sources for heuristic modelling.
Students cannot retain credit for both ANTR 3086 and ANTR 3085. (lec 3) cr 3.
BIOL 1506 E - Biology I
An introductory course that addresses selected topics in biology as applied to prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Cell biology, genetics, respiration, photosynthesis, evolution and ecology are discussed.
Students without grade 12 U-level chemistry must take CHMI 1041 concurrently. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.
BIOL 1507 E - Biology II
A study of higher plants and animals with special emphasis on structure and function. Botanical topics include plant anatomy, reproduction, water relations, mineral nutrition, and control of growth and developemnt. The zoological component includes the anatomy and physiology of animal tissues, organs and systems, and their functional intergration.
(lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.
BIOL 2126 E - Cell Biology
An introduction course that deals with molecular, structural and functional organization in both prokaryotic and eucaryotic cells.
PREREQ: BIOL 1506 & CHMI 1006/7. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.
BIOL 3017 E - Genetics
An introduction to the science of genetics. Covers the following topics: Mendelian inheritance; the nature and behaviour of chromosomes; the chemical basis of heredity; linkage, crossing over and the mapping of chromosomes; variations in chromosome structure and number; mutation; the structure and function of genes; the use of statistics in the genetic analysis of quantitative characters.
PREREQ: BIOL 1506/7. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.
BIOL 3025 E - Microbiology
Examines the classification, morphology and structure, physiology and genetics of microorganisms, with emphasis upon the bacteria. Considers the ecology of infectious diseases and environmental and applied microbiology.
PREREQ: a 1st year BIOL course. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 6.
COSC 2831 E - Computer Software for the Sciences
The basic software tools applicable to the sciences are presented. This includes statistical tools such as SPSS or Minitab, spreadsheets and numerical tools such as Maple, Mathcad or Matlab.
PREREQ: MATH 1036 or instructor's permission.
MATH 1036 E - Calculus I
A problem-solving course which includes an extensive treatment of differential calculus and an introduction to integral calculus. Topics include: limits, continuity, differentiation, standard functions, Taylor polynomial approximation, indeterminate forms and Hospital’s rules, and practical applications. The course concludes with summation, integration, techniques of integration and the calculation of areas and volumes.
PREREQ: grade 12 4U calculus, MATH 1912 or equiv. (min. 60%). (lec 3, tut 1) cr 3
MATH 1037 E - Calculus II
Begins with further techniques of integration, approximate integration, improper integrals and techniques for solving some simple first order differential equations. This is followed by parametric and polar curves, and calculations of arc length, surface area and volume. Sequences, series, power series and Taylor series are then introduced. The course concludes with elementary aspects of functions of several variables.
PREREQ: MATH 1036. (lec 3, tut 1) cr 3
MATH 1057 E - Linear Algebra I
Topics include: simultaneous linear equations, matrices and determinants, vector spaces and linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, applications to analytic geometry and complex numbers.
PREREQ: grade 12 4U finite mathematics or algebra, or MATH 1911, or equiv. (lec 3) cr 3
PHED 2506 E - Physiology I
In this course, selected body systems are studied with emphasis on aspects of significance in physical and health education. Topics include: cell and general physiology, nervous systems, the special senses, nerve and muscle, the body fluids and kidneys.
Prereq: PHED 1506/7 or permission from the instructor. (lec 3, lab 2) cr 3.
PHED 2507 E - Physiology II
This course is a continuation of PHED 2506. Topics include: respiration, blood cells, immunity and blodd clotting, the heart, circulation, the gastro-intestinal tract, metabolism and temperature regulation, and endocrinology.
Prereq: PHED 2506 or permission from the instructor. (lec 3, lab 2) cr 3.
PHIL 2345 E - Bioethics: Human Life Issues
Examines current controversies about the benefits and dangers to human life arising from recent developments in the biomedical sciences. Special attention is given to issues in the reproductive technologies, genetics, the care of the terminally ill, AIDS, research with human subjects, and to questions of abortion and euthanasia. Comprehensive understanding of the issues at stake and ability to evaluate the positions taken in these controversies define the aims of the course.
Students may not retain credit for both PHIL 2345 & RLST 2345. (lec 3) cr 6.
PHIL 2525 E - Contemporary Moral Issues
This course engages students in philosophical reflection on a selected number of current moral problems, such as: censorship and pornography, love and family, sexual harassment, hate crimes, racism, the legitimacy of violence, civil disobedience, capital punishment, suicide, gun control, and resource allocation. Investigation of these issues provides the opportunity to examine the viability of comprehensive moral frameworks.
(lec 3) cr 6.
PHYS 1006 - Introductory Physics I
An introductory physics course for students who have taken OAC/U level physics. Knowledge of mechanics, vectors, and energy is assumed. The course begins with a brief review of these topics. There are three main sections: properties of matter, heat and thermodynamics, and waves.
PHYS 1007 - Introductory Physics II
An introductory physics course for students who have taken the OAC physics course or equivalent. Knowledge of mechanics, vectors and energy is assumed. There are three main sections: geometrical optics, electricity and modern physics.
PREREQ: OAC/U level physics;(lec 3) cr 3.
PHYS 2606 E - Biophysics of Fluids
Begins with an introduction to random motions of molecules leading to a discussion of the physics of gas exchange in the processes of respiration. The response of the body to changes of external pressure are studied from a physical point of view. The transport of pollutants and their physical effects on the body are discussed. The course also examines various aspects of static pressure in the human body and the physics of blood circulation including laminar, turbulent and viscous flows. Other topics such as capillarity, surface tension, and the role of surfactants are discussed.
PREREQ: PHYS 1006/7 or equiv. (lec 3) cr 3.
PSYC 2606 E - Brain and Behaviour
An introduction to the general relathionships between human brain and human behaviour. Human behaviour, including sleep, dreams, memory, thought, motivation, and emotion are discussed in terms of brain structure, chemistry and electrical activity. Both known facts and realistic possibilities of brain function are considered. Some emphasis is placed on the contribution of psychological (and social) factors to brain structure, physiology, and human disease. A general introduction to psychopharmacology is offered.
Prior high school courses in biology and chemistry are helpful. PREREQ: PSYC 1105 or 1st year secience course (preferably chemistry or biology). (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.
PSYC 2617 E - Human Neuropsychology
Examines normal behavioural and psychological correlates of the human brain. Pathological behaviours following trauma to different brain regions are discussed. Special emphasis is placed on the neurological aspects of psychosis, epilepsy, genetic disorders, and demyelinating diseases. Diagnostic tests, simple neurological evaluations, and phylo-genetic comparisons of brain function are considered. The student is expected to have a fair understanding of brain nomenclature.
PREREQ: PSYC 2606. (lec 2 lab 1) cr 3.
PSYC 3506 E - Neuropharmacology
A detailed description and evaluation of drugs that influence human behaviour. Although the greatest emphasis is upon the biochemical mechanisms and psychological effects of drugs used within clinical settings, all major pharmacological classes are covered. Since prediction of drug effects required an understanding of chemical pathways and their location within the human brain, the students should have a basic understanding of chemistry and neuroanatomy.
PREREQ: PSYC 2606 & 2617, dept's permission. (lec 3) cr 3.
STAT 2246 E - Statistics for Science
The organization of data, discrete dstributions (binominal, Poisson), continuous distributions (uniform, normal, and skewed) andlinear combinations of variables are studied. The techniques of hypothesis testing and interval estimation are applied to problems involving means, variances, proportions, frequency tables, regression and correlation. Students are introduced to the use of statistical computer software.
Students may only retain credit for one MATH 2261, MATH 2236, MATH 2246 or ENGR 2017. PREREQ: MATH 1036. (lec 3, tut 1) cr 3.