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An advanced, two-term, research placement course where students complete chemical-based exploratory research under the direction of a faculty member of the Department. Research, professional development and seminar components are involved, preparing undergraduates to further build strong chemical foundations to succeed in graduate, industry, or professional school programs. Prerequisites: 4th-year standing in a Chemistry Honors, Specialization, or Major program, two 300-level CHEM courses, minimum GPA of 3.0 on all CHEM courses credited to the degree to date, and consent of instructor. Students who have credit in CHEM 401 cannot take CHEM 499 for credit.

Course may be repeated.

Six week course on optical spectroscopy. Topics may include electromagnetic spectrum, transitions and selection rules, instrumentation, atomic spectroscopy, molecular absorption, fluorescence, vibrational spectroscopy, applications of optical spectroscopy. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 424.

Six week course on electrochemistry. Topics may include electrochemical potentials, junction potentials, interfaces, potentiometry/ion selective electrodes, kinetics, electron transport theory, mass transport, voltammetry, microelectrodes, solid electrodes. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 424.

Six week course on the methods and strategies used to measure trace levels of contaminants in complex environmental matrices, including air, water, soil, and biota. Topics may include sample handling and quality control, sample preparation and matrix effects, modern analytical instrumentation, measurement of reactive species, and online analysis techniques. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 419.

Six week course on separations with topics that may include LC, GC, intermolecular forces, retention mechanisms, gradient elution, separation optimization, band broadening, HPLC modes-reversed phase, size exclusion, ion exchange, HILIC. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 425.

Six week course on mass spectrometry with topics that may include mass analyzers, sample introduction techniques, ionization techniques, ion detection and data systems, applications. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 425.

Six week course with topics that may include antibodies, immunoassays, surface plasmon resonance, biosensors, gel electrophoresis, DNA sequencing, microscopy and imaging. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 419.

An introduction to structure determination by single-crystal X-ray diffraction methods. Topics include X-ray diffraction, crystal symmetry, experimental methods, structure solution, refinement, crystallographic software, and interpretation of crystal structure data. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 433 or 434.

Introduction to methods of synthesizing inorganic materials with control of atomic, meso-, and micro-structure. Topics include sol-gel chemistry, chemical vapor deposition, solid-state reactions, solid-state metathesis and high-temperature self-propagating reactions, template-directed syntheses of micro and mesoporous materials, micelles and colloids, synthesis of nanoparticles and nanomaterials. Applications of these synthetic techniques to applications such as photonic materials, heterogeneous catalysts, magnetic data storage media, nanoelectronics, display technologies, alternative energy technologies, and composite materials will be discussed. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 436.

Graduate level course on organotransition metal chemistry. The course will deal with the synthesis, bonding, and reactivity of organotransition metal complexes. Topics to be covered include transition metal complexes of hydrides, phosphines, carbonyls, olefins, alkynes, polyolefins, cyclopentadienyl and related cyclic pi-ligands; metal-carbon sigma- and multiple bonds. The application of these complexes to homogeneous catalysis and to organic syntheses will be discussed when appropriate. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 437.

Introduction to the chemistry of extended inorganic solids. The topics covered include synthesis, symmetry, descriptive crystal chemistry, bonding, electronic band structures, characterization techniques, and phase diagrams. The correlation of structure with properties of electronic and magnetic materials will be discussed. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 438.

An introductory course on asymmetric catalysis. Emphasis will be on reactions catalyzed by chiral transition metal complexes, but non-metal catalyzed reactions and heterogeneous catalysis will be covered. Topics include the general principles of catalysis; mechanisms of common steps in catalytic cycles; rapid pre-equilibrium and steady-state kinetic treatments of catalytic rates; the origins of catalytic selection; and the strategies and principles of new catalyst, ligand, and reaction development. The course will include a survey of common enantioselective catalytic reactions and daily examples from ASAP articles that illustrate the principles and theories being taught in the course. Introductory level knowledge of transition metal and organic chemistry is required. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 443 or 533.

Introduction to techniques in determining the composition and structure of materials on the nanometer scale. Characterization of atomic, meso-, and micro-structure of materials including impurities and defects. Major topics will include electron microscopy (transmission, scanning, and Auger) and associated spectroscopies (EDX, EELS), surface sensitive spectroscopies (e.g., XPS, AES, IR) and spectrometry (SIMS), synchrotron techniques, X-ray absorption, fluorescence and emission, and scanned probe microscopies (AFM, STM, etc.). The techniques will be examined through real-world nanotechnology case studies. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 444.

Six week course that provides an introduction to the structure and function of the major classes of biological macromolecules. Particular emphasis will be placed on approaches for modifying biomolecule structure using chemical biology and molecular biology methods. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 451.

Six week course that provides an introduction to modern chemical biology methods with particular emphasis on the use of synthetic organic molecules and modified biomacromolecules as tools to probe biological systems. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 451.

Graduate-level discussion of organic reactions to modify or label biopolymers including proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. Topics will include mechanistic and methodological details of commonly employed reactions used for chemoselective labeling or modification of biomolecules to produce synthetic bioconjugates. Applications including synthetic vaccines, antibody-drug conjugates, and native chemical ligation will be discussed. Prerequisite: 1 year of introductory organic chemistry and 1 term of biochemistry, or consent of instructor. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 464 or 564.

Introductory graduate-level discussion of the physical techniques used in organic chemistry research for the separation/purification and structural elucidation of organic compounds. Emphasis is on the combined use of modern spectrometric techniques for structure determination, with particular focus on an introduction to modern one- and two-dimensional NMR spectroscopy. There is a laboratory component to this course. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 461.

Graduate-level discussion of organic structural theories, intramolecular and intermolecular interactions in organic chemistry, and the mechanisms and reactive intermediates involved in organic reactions. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 462 or 465.

Graduate-level discussion of the different concepts of chemoselective, regioselective and stereoselective reactions of organic compounds. Main classes of reactions described are oxidations, reductions, functional group protection, and carbon-carbon bond formation methods for single, double, and triple bonds. Emphasis on modern methodology for organic synthesis, including asymmetric catalysis and transition-metal catalyzed methods such as cross-coupling chemistry. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 463 or 467.

Application of the principles of molecular symmetry to molecular properties. Topics include group theory with emphasis on vibrational motion and normal vibrations; quantum mechanics of vibration and rotation; magnetic resonance spectroscopy; perturbation methods; selection rules in rotational, infrared, and Raman spectroscopy; molecular symmetry and molecular orbitals; electronic spectroscopy of polyatomic molecules. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 477.

Rate laws: for simple and complex reactions, reaction mechanisms, potential energy surfaces, molecular dynamics, theories of reaction rates, catalysis, with application to gas and liquid phase reactions, photochemical reactions in chemistry and biology, and enzyme catalysis. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 479.

The focus is on applications in this course which introduces the student to contemporary computational quantum chemistry (Hartree-Fock, post-Hartree-Fock, and density functional theory methods), using the state-of-the-art computer code GAMESS-US running on UNIX workstations and computer servers. Elementary introduction to the UNIX operating system is given. Subjects include: basis sets; optimization of molecular geometry; prediction of molecular properties; calculation of infra-red and Raman spectra; excited electronic states; solvent effects; computational thermochemistry; mechanisms of chemical reactions; visualization of results. Assignments in the course allow the student to acquire practical experience that relates to chemistry. Term projects focus on chemistry related to student's research area. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 493.

The fundamentals of statistical mechanics are covered to set up the theoretical framework for Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulation. The basic components of MD simulation are discussed in detail, followed by a brief foray into Monte Carlo simulation. A variety of applications are presented, including the study of structural properties of liquids, the calculation of diffusion coefficients for a solute in a solvent, and the calculation of reaction rate constants. A brief overview of methods for incorporating quantum effects into MD simulations is given. Computational exercises will be assigned to exemplify various topics encountered in the lectures. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 495.

Six week course with topics that may include: sources, wavelength analyzers, interferometers, detectors, signal/noise, signal processing, advanced Raman spectroscopy, single molecule fluorescence and fluorescence imaging, Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHEM 512.

Six week course with topics that may include: CV and chemical reactions, microelectrode applications, carbon electrodes, modified electrode surfaces, micro-fabricated sensors, scanning probe microscopy, spectroelectrochemistry, rotating disk electrochemistry, AC voltammetry. Prerequisite: CHEM 514.

Six week course with topics that may include: multidimensional separations, ion chromatography, CE, biological HPLC, advanced sample preparation/introduction techniques. Prerequisite: CHEM 516.

Six week course with topics that may include: mass analyzers and ionization techniques, vacuum systems, advanced sample introduction techniques, tandem MS, mass spectral interpretation, quantitative MS, MS applications. Prerequisite: CHEM 518.

Course may be repeated for credit, provided there is no duplication of specific topic.

Six-week course with advanced discussion of selected topics in chemical biology. Course may be repeated for credit, provided there is no duplication of specific topic.

Advanced treatment of selected topics in modern synthetic organic chemistry, drawn from one or more of the following: (1) advanced methodology for organic synthesis, (2) carbohydrate structure and synthesis, (3) organometallic methodology for organic synthesis, and (4) solid-phase organic synthesis and combinatorial chemistry. Other topics appropriate to the category may also be offered. Course may be repeated for credit, provided there is no duplication of specific topic. Prerequisite: CHEM 563 or consent of Instructor.

Advanced discussion of selected topics in modern bio-organic chemistry, drawn from one or more of the following: (1) natural products and secondary metabolism, (2) nucleic acid chemistry, and (3) organic and biophysical carbohydrate chemistry. Other topics appropriate to the category may also be offered. Course may be repeated for credit, provided there is no duplication of specific topic.

Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Course may be repeated for credit, provided there is no duplication of specific topic.

Structure atomique et moléculaire, états de la matière, liaisons chimiques, séries périodiques, chimie des éléments non transitionnels. Préalable(s): Chimie 30 ou l'équivalent. Note : Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHEM 101 ou CHIM 103 ou CHEM 103.

Cinétique chimique, équilibres chimiques, acides et bases, électrochimie, thermodynamique chimique, chimie des éléments de transition. Préalable: CHIM 101. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHEM 102 ou CHIM 105 ou CHEM 105.

Structure atomique et moléculaire, états de la matière, liaisons chimiques, séries périodiques, chimie des éléments non transitionnels. Préalable(s): Chimie 30 ou l'équivalent. Note(s): (1) Ce cours est réservé aux étudiants de génie. (2) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHIM 101 ou CHEM 101 ou CHEM 103.

Cinétique chimique, équilibres chimiques, acides et bases, électrochimie, thermodynamique chimique, chimie des éléments de transition. Préalable: CHIM 103. Note(s): (1) Ce cours est réservé aux étudiants de génie. (2). Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHIM 102 ou CHEM 102 ou CHEM 105.

Étude des composés du carbone: la nomenclature, la structure tridimensionnelle, la stéréochimie, les effets électroniques, la réactivité et les mécanismes réactionnels (en particulier les additions électrophiles et les substitutions aromatiques). Étude des structures des molécules organiques par spectroscopie infrarouge. L'accent sera mis sur les alcanes, les alcènes, les alcynes et certains composés aromatiques. Les exemples comprendront des hydrocarbures d'importance (produits pétroliers, aliments, molécules de sources naturelles, etc.) que l'on retrouve dans la vie quotidienne. Préalable(s): Chimie 30 ou l'équivalent. Note(s): (1) Les étudiants qui ont des crédits pour CHIM 101 doivent s'inscrire à CHIM 261. (2) Limité aux étudiants avec une moyenne minimale de 90% en Chimie 30, ou l'approbation du vice-doyen aux affaires académiques. (3) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHIM 161 ou CHEM 164.

Principes, méthodes et applications expérimentales avec emphase sur les équilibres de phases solubles, la titrimétrie, les compétences en laboratoire, et l'évaluation de données expérimentales. Exemples en analyse organique et inorganique. Préalable(s): CHIM 102 ou SCI 100.

Étude des composés du carbone: la nomenclature, la structure tridimensionnelle, la stéréochimie, les effets électroniques, la réactivité et les mécanismes réactionnels (en particulier les additions électrophiles et les substitutions aromatiques). Étude des structures des molécules organiques par spectroscopie infrarouge. L'accent sera mis sur les alcanes, les alcènes, les alcynes et certains composés aromatiques. Les exemples comprendront des hydrocarbures d'importance (produits pétroliers, aliments, molécules de sources naturelles, etc.) que l'on retrouve dans la vie quotidienne. Préalable(s): CHIM 101 ou 103. Note(s): (1) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHIM 161 ou 164 ou CHEM 164 ou 261 ou 264 ou 266. (2) Les étudiants de la Faculty of Engineering qui suivent ce cours auront 4.5 crédits.

Continuation de l'étude des réactions et des propriétés structurales, chimiques et mécanistiques (en particulier les substitutions et additions nucléophiles et les éliminations) des groupes fonctionnels avec l'accent sur les composés halogénés, les alcools, les éthers, les aldéhydes, les cétones, les acides carboxyliques et leurs dérivés, et les amines. Étude de la déduction des structures des molécules organiques par spectroscopie infrarouge et spectroscopie de résonance magnétique nucléaire. Des exemples de ces groupes fonctionnels pourront provenir des pesticides, boissons, médicaments, produits naturels, etc. Préalable(s): CHIM 161 ou 164 ou 261 ou SCI 100. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHIM 163 ou CHEM 263 ou 265 ou 267.

Introduction à la chimie verte. Les douze principes de la chimie verte ; Déchets chimiques : Impacts sur la santé et l'environnement, et prévention ; Nouvelles réactions et méthodes utilisant des produits chimiques bénins ; Ressources renouvelables ; Biocatalyse et bioprocédés. Préalable: CHIM 263. Note(s) : (1) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour CHEM 306. (2) Ce cours n'est pas le même que CHEM 303 ou CHEM 305.

Étude des structures chimiques, de la réactivité, de la synthèse et des interactions de molécules bio-organiques telles que les glucides, lipides, médicaments et protides. Applications de la chimie des molécules étudiées aux problèmes réels. Introduction aux méthodes d'analyse de ces molécules par spectrométrie de masse. Préalable(s): CHIM 263. CHIM 102 ou 105 est recommandé.

A non-intensive introduction to Mandarin Chinese. Note: Not open to students with matriculation in Chinese, i.e., CHINA 30 or equivalent.

A continuation of CHINA 101. Prerequisite: CHINA 101. Note: Not open to students with matriculation in Chinese, i.e., CHINA 30 or equivalent.

A continuation of CHINA 102. Designed to develop further basic skills in spoken and written Chinese. Prerequisite: CHINA 102.

A continuation of CHINA 201. Designed to develop further basic skills in spoken and written Chinese. Prerequisite: CHINA 201.

Designed for speakers proficient in one of the regional dialects of Chinese to gain fluency and literacy in standard Mandarin.

Prerequisite: CHINA 211.

Discussion of basic features of the Chinese language. Prerequisite: CHINA 102 or consent of Department. Cannot be taken for credit when a student has previously taken EASIA 201.

Continuing study of spoken and written modern standard Chinese. Conversation and composition are integrated with reading and discussion of texts of modern Chinese prose, fiction, and other kinds of writing. Prerequisite: CHINA 202, or consent of Department.

A continuation of CHINA 301. Prerequisite: CHINA 301 or consent of Department.

An introduction to the syntax and semantic structures of classical Chinese. Prerequisite: CHINA 202 or consent of Department.

A continuation of CHINA 341. Prerequisite: CHINA 341.

Development of language skills through contemporary film, television programs and newspapers. Prerequisite: CHINA 302 or consent of Department.

Development of language skills through reading modern fiction and/or non-fiction. Readings in Chinese. Prerequisite: CHINA 401 or consent of Department.

Advanced readings from newspapers, magazines, social commentary and/or literary prose. Prerequisite: CHINA 302 or consent of Department.

Theory and practice in translation as applied to Chinese and English literary and non-literary texts. Prerequisite: CHINA 240 and 302 or consent of Department.

A careful examination of Chinese-language films and the language they use. Course will be taught in Chinese. Prerequisite: CHINA 402 or equivalent, or consent of Department.

Accelerated reading course primarily for senior and graduate students in special area of need or interest. Prerequisite: Consent of Department. Note: Not open to students with credit in CHINA 481.

A reading knowledge of Chinese is required.

Sinology; historical and critical approaches to pre-modern Chinese literature. A reading knowledge of Chinese is required.

Sinology; historical and critical approaches to modern Chinese literature. A reading knowledge of Chinese is required.

Survey of major topics in Chinese literature, pre-modern and modern. CHINA 599 must be taken at least once and may be repeated for credit when course content differs. A reading knowledge of Chinese is required.

A study of the Christian Bible: its texts, historical and literary contexts, major themes and genres, and the relationship between biblical interpretation, theology, and the Christian life.

Catholic Christianity - its history, institutions, rituals and theology.

A practical theological approach to happiness utilizing practices which critically engage psychological and spiritual wisdom.

An overview of approaches to positive relationships between science and religion. Topics are examined from philosophical, historical, theological, and scientific perspectives.

An overview of the relationship between sport and religion, primarily from a Christian perspective. Topics may include the history of religion in sport, sport as a religion, play as a religious and sporting action, prayer in sport, ethics of competition, and social justice in sport.

An exploration of cross-cultural issues focusing on Indigenous spiritual traditions and Christianity in Canada.

The relationship between Catholicism and pop culture using both historical and contemporary examples. Use by Catholics of media as print, film, video, TV, music and the internet; Catholic assessments of consumer culture and the mass media. Not to be taken by students with credit in CHRTC 392.

An exploration of the 20th century Christian writer C.S. Lewis, focusing on his articulation of faith and reason in representative works such as The Screwtape Letters, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Mere Christianity.

The components that make up the education of the Catholic teacher. Issues include credal statements, the moral and social teachings of the Church, liturgical practices, a general theology and theory of Catholic education.

The components that make up the education of the Catholic teacher. Issues include credal statements, the moral and social teachings of the Church, liturgical practices, a general theology and theory of Catholic education.

The components that make up the education of the Catholic teacher. Issues include credal statements, the moral and social teachings of the Church, liturgical practices, a general theology and theory of Catholic education.

What is Christianity? An introduction to the major dimensions of Christianity, such as revelation, faith, Scripture, God, Jesus as Lord and Saviour, with reflection on them in light of contemporary human experience. Formerly CHRTC 364.

An examination of the historical Jesus and Christology through a study of the four Gospels, Paul, and later New Testament writers.

A theological and scriptural exploration of the central themes of the New Testament letters and their contemporary relevance.

Major themes in Catholic moral reflection with application to contemporary issues. The meaning of morality and Christian conversion: the role of experience, the Bible, the Church, moral norms, the development of conscience, and personal responsibility. Not open to students with credit in CHRTC 172.

Developing an understanding of the role of prayer, leisure, and work within a Christian lifestyle in the light of Scripture, Christian tradition, current theological reflection, and personal differences.

This course will examine resilience and well-being through engagement with psychological, spiritual and Christian wisdom. Practical theology will offer a framework for enhancing self-awareness and resilience amidst life transitions and experiences.

Supervised international work experience in selected Christian social agencies. Evaluation based on experience and seminars. Prerequisite: Consent of the College.

Theological themes arising out of contemporary film. Themes may include relationships, family, gender, possessions, work freedom, violence, suffering, death, happiness, and hope.

An exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien's writings on the world of Middle Earth as they relate to his Catholic faith. This course seeks to critically appreciate the artistic vocation and theological vision of J.R.R. Tolkien while exploring a major work of 20th century literature.

An investigation of Christian responses to World War II through the actions, experiences and thoughts of individuals and churches.

A historical study of Christianity in Canada from European contact until the present.

An examination of particular social justice issues related to the economy, gender, Indigenous peoples, the environment, etc., in light of Catholic social teachings and other Christian perspectives; social action strategies, and education for social justice.

An examination of relationships between science and religion. Topics may include Galileo affair, geology and Noah's flood, Darwin's religious beliefs, evolution vs creation debate, intelligent design, natural evil, interpretations of Genesis 1-11.

Questions of meaning and morality concerning sex, love, marriage, non-marital sex, parenthood, relationship and marriage breakup, celibacy, gender, and homosexuality, considered in the light of experience, the Bible, Catholic teaching, traditional and contemporary theological discussion.

Reproductive and genetic technologies, abortion, transplantation, resource allocation, research, withdrawing treatment, personal directives, euthanasia, considered in light of human experience. Catholic Church teaching, other Christian perspectives and contemporary ethical discussion.

Historical and theological accounts of Jesus in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.

Scripture, the moral life, social teachings, sacraments, prayer, and spirituality in light of the Catholic tradition and human experience.

A study of the theology and ritual practice of the sacraments in the Roman Catholic tradition.

The sources, historical setting, content, and theology of the Gospel and Epistles of John.

Facets of death and dying as they manifest in the Christian tradition and contemporary culture. Topics may include: faith and death, ritual, spiritual practices, caring for the dying, allowing to die, assisting in death, medical perceptions of death, social responses to death/dying, grief and mourning.

The churches of the Christian East, the Patristic era and early ecumenical councils, the schism between East and West, and contemporary Greek Catholic and Orthodox Churches with special attention to the churches in Canada.

An introduction to Christian religious education for elementary schools with an emphasis on pedagogy, child development and the religious education curriculum. Not to be taken by students with credit in CHRTC 381.