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Undergraduate Calendar 2019-2020 [-ARCHIVED CALENDAR-]
Course Listings
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The courses listed in this section include all courses approved for the undergraduate curriculum for the 2019-2020 academic year. Not all courses in the approved curriculum will be offered during the year. Students are advised to refer to the course timetables available annually in Mosaic in March and June to determine which specific courses will be offered in the upcoming sessions.
Note: An A/B suffix appearing in a course number indicates that the course may be delivered across more than one term (see Multi-Term Course in the Glossary of this calendar). The A/B S suffix indicates that the course may be delivered as either a multi-term course or within a single term.
See also:
Please note, when searching courses by “Code or Number”, an asterisk (*) can be used as a wildcard character to return mass results. For example, a “Code or Number” search of ” 2* ” can be entered returning all level II courses.
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Biology Courses in Biology are administered by the Department of Biology.
Life Sciences Building, Room 215, ext. 23049
http://www.biology.mcmaster.ca
Note
Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOLOGY 1A03 and BIOLOGY 1M03 in different terms.
Courses
If no prerequisite is listed, the course is open.
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BIOLOGY 4C12 A/B S - Senior Thesis 12 unit(s)
A thesis based upon a research project in an area of biology. Arrangements to take BIOLOGY 4C12, including agreement of the supervisory committee, should be made according to Departmental Guidelines before the end of March in Level III. For information on Departmental Guidelines, please refer to the Biology web site at http://www.biology.mcmaster.ca/undergraduate-programs/courses.html and click on BIOLOGY 4C12, or contact the Course Administrator.
Occasional lecture/tutorial; two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of any Honours Biology program and permission of the Course Administrator, Life Sciences Building, Room 215. Students are expected to have a GPA of at least 8.5.
Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 4F06 A/B S , BIOLOGY 4C09 A/B S
Not open to students with credit or registration in any Level IV department- or program-based thesis or independent study/project course.
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BIOLOGY 4ED3 - Evolutionary Developmental Biology 3 unit(s)
A critical analysis of the conceptual and methodological approaches to Evolutionary Developmental biology. Emphasis is on integrating the developmental, genetic and evolutionary approaches towards understanding how phenotypic variation is generated.
Lectures (two hours), one tutorial (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 3FF3 or MOLBIOL 3M03 ; and registration in Level III or above of any Honours program
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BIOLOGY 4EE3 - Human Diversity and Human Nature 3 unit(s)
The nature of genetic diversity in humans; the nature versus nurture debate in relation to genetic determinism and biological basis of behaviour.
Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 3FF3 and registration in Level III or above of any Honours program
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BIOLOGY 4F06 A/B S - Senior Project 6 unit(s)
Students undertake an experimental or library project in a specialized area of biology under the direction of a member of the Biology department.
Arrangements to take BIOLOGY 4F06, including the agreement of the supervisory committee, should be made according to Departmental Guidelines before the end of March in Level III. For information on Departmental Guidelines, please refer to the Biology web site at http://www.biology.mcmaster.ca/undergraduate-programs/courses.html and click on BIOLOGY 4F06, or contact the Course Administrator.
Occasional lecture/tutorial; two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of any Honours Biology program and permission of the Course Administrator, Life Sciences Building, Room 215. Students are expected to have a GPA of at least 8.5.
Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 4C09 A/B S
Not open to students with credit or registration in any Level IV department- or program-based thesis or independent study/project course.
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BIOLOGY 4IR3 - Advanced Independent Research Project 3 unit(s)
An independent research project, involving bench or field work or literature review, in an area of biology, to be supervised by an approved faculty member. Arrangements to take this course, including agreement of the supervisor, should be made according to Departmental Guidelines at least one month prior to beginning of the course. For information on Departmental Guidelines, please refer to the Biology web site at http://www.biology.mcmaster.ca/undergraduate-programs/courses.html and click on BIOLOGY 4IR3, or contact the Course Administrator.
Occasional lecture/tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of any Honours Biology program and permission of the Course Administrator
Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 4C09, 4C12 A/B S , 4F06, LIFESCI 4A03
Not open to students with credit or registration in any Level IV department- or program-based thesis or independent study/project course.
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BIOLOGY 4J03 - Field Biology II 3 unit(s)
A second academic component associated with field work chosen from an assortment of modules. Content and schedules vary annually. Module must differ from any completed for credit in BIOLOGY 3R03 . For further information, please refer to http://www.biology.mcmaster.ca and click on Field Biology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 3R03 , 3RF0 ; and permission of the Course Administrator, Life Sciences Building, Room 215. Some modules have additional prerequisites.
Co-requisite(s): Credit or registration in 4JF0 .
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BIOLOGY 4JF0 - Field Work II 0 unit(s)
Field work, corresponding with BIOLOGY 4J03 , chosen from an assortment of modules. Content and schedules vary annually. Module must differ from any completed for credit in BIOLOGY 3R03 . Students enrolling in this course must pay the incidental fees, as prescribed by the Department. Further information may be found at http://www.biology.mcmaster.ca and click on Field Biology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 3R03 , BIOLOGY 3RF0 ; and permission of the Course Administrator, Life Sciences Building, Room 215. Some modules have additional prerequisites.
Students MUST register in BIOLOGY 4J03 in the same or subsequent session as BIOLOGY 4JF0.
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BIOLOGY 4PP3 - Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology 3 unit(s)
Study of interaction of microorganisms with their environment with emphasis on topics of ecological significance including plant-microbe interactions, nutrient cycling and waste treatment.
Two lectures, one tutorial (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 2EE3 ; and registration in Level III or above of any Honours program
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BIOLOGY 4T03 - Neurobiology 3 unit(s)
Selected topics in neurobiology at the molecular and cellular level including growth factors and neuronal development, ion channels, neurotransmitter functions, learning and memory, and neurological disorders.
Two lectures, one tutorial (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 2B03 (or ISCI 2A18 A/B), BIOLOGY 3P03 and registration in Level III or above of an Honours Biology program, Honours Neuroscience, or Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour. MOLBIOL 3B03 is recommended.
Offered in alternate years.
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BIOLOGY 4X03 - Environmental Physiology 3 unit(s)
The influence of environmental factors on the physiology of animals and the adaptation of animals to diverse environments in the context of biodiversity.
Three lectures; or two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): One of BIOLOGY 3MM3 , 3P03 , 3U03 , 3UU3 ; and registration in Level III or above of any Honours program
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Biomedical Discovery & Commercialization Courses in Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization are administered by the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences.
Health Sciences Centre, Room 4H30, ext. 27335, bdcprogram@mcmaster.ca
http://bdcprogram-mcmaster.ca/
http://bdcstudent-mcmaster.ca/
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BIOMEDDC 2C03 - Exploring Careers in Biomedical Sciences 3 unit(s)
An inquiry-based course that will explore careers related to biochemistry and biomedical sciences, coupled with an exploration of the science behind each career. The course will include examination of the primary literature as it relates to each topic, culminating in a final presentation.
One two-hour seminar; second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of any Science or Health Sciences Program
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BIOMEDDC 3A03 - Road to Biomedical Discovery 3 unit(s)
This course will introduce students to critical thinking essential to discovery research through examples of fundamental and applied research occurring in the laboratories of thought leaders at McMaster and their efforts to translate this knowledge to stakeholders across the spectrum of knowledge users. Communication of fundamental research is emphasized.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program
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BIOMEDDC 3B06 A/B - Drug Discovery and Development 6 unit(s)
This two-term course will provide an overview of paradigms and processes in modern drug discovery and development. Selected content will include discovery and preclinical research as well as clinical development, market analysis and intellectual property. Learners will benefit from a mix of lecture-based and student-focused activities.
Three lectures; two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program.
Antirequisite(s): BIOCHEM 4H03
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BIOMEDDC 3C09 A/B - Research Skills Laboratory and Inquiry 9 unit(s)
A two-term laboratory-based inquiry course where students will learn and apply current techniques used in drug discovery. Instruction to achieve an understanding of key laboratory skills in drug discovery will prepare students for participation in a team-based drug discovery project.
One lecture (two hours), two labs (three hours); two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in level III of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program
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BIOMEDDC 4A15 A/B - Senior Research Thesis 15 unit(s)
An intensive two-term research project carried out under the supervision of a member or associate member of the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences. The results will be presented to the department in a seminar or poster session as part of a senior thesis symposium.
Monthly tutorial (one hour); two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program
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BIOMEDDC 4B03 - Road to Biomedical Commercialization 3 unit(s)
This course will be a practical and hands-on foray into the world of commercialization of biomedical research. Students will conduct an in-depth examination of biomedical research with the goal of establishing a favoured avenue for commercialization. To this end, students will work in small groups with both individual and group assignments. The effort will be self-directed and under the mentorship of a content expert. Students will also benefit from lectures and guidance from commercialization experts in the McMaster Industry Liaison Office (MILO.)
Seminar and discussions (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization Program
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Biophysics Courses in Biophysics are administered by the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
A.N. Bourns Science Building, Room 241, ext. 24559
http://www.physics.mcmaster.ca/
Department Notes
- The Department reserves the right to withdraw a Level III or IV course which is not specifically required in a Physics program if the registration falls below ten.
- Students in Level III or IV of Physics programs will find a number of relevant electives among the offerings of the Department of Biology, the Department of Engineering Physics and the School of Geography and Earth Sciences.
- Courses in Physics and Astronomy are not open to students registered in the Bachelor of Technology program.
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BIOPHYS 1S03 - Biophysics of Movement and the Senses: From Microbes to Moose 3 unit(s)
A conceptual course, based on and requiring Grade 12 Physics. Applications to biological systems exploring the interdisciplinary field of biophysics. Topics include: Sound, Hearing and Echolocation, Optics of Vision, Animal Locomotion, Thermal Motion of Molecules, Heat and Heat Flow in biological systems, Fluid Dynamics. Intended for students in Life Science Gateway, Chemical and Physical Sciences Gateway, and those interested in physical aspects of biology.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): Grade 12 Physics U or credit or registration in one of PHYSICS 1A03 , 1L03; and credit or registration in one of MATH 1A03 , 1LS3 , 1X03 , 1ZA3 ; or ISCI 1A24 A/B
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BIOPHYS 2A03 - Biophysics of the Cell and Living Organisms 3 unit(s)
Some of the most exciting breakthroughs in science are made at the interface between disciplines. Biology and physics are no different. Topics may include: elements of bioelectromagnetism, basic circuits, capacitance, impedance and potentials of cells and membranes. Waves for sound and vision, diffraction, refraction, scattering. Intracellular motion and transport: diffusion, permeability, Fick’s Law and electrophoresis. Phases and equilibria: energy landscapes, protein folding, Boltzmann distribution.
Three hours (lectures); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of PHYSICS 1A03 , 1C03 , 1D03 ; and one of MATH 1A03 , 1LS3 , 1X03 , 1ZA3 (or ISCI 1A24 A/B )
Antirequisite(s): MEDPHYS 2B03, PHYSICS 2A03, 2B06
Cross-list(s): LIFESCI 2BP3
Not open to students enrolled in any Physics program or with credit or registration in ISCI 2A18 A/B .
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BIOPHYS 2S03 - Explorations in Medical and Biological Physics 3 unit(s)
An inquiry based presentation of selected current topics in medical and biological physics including central concepts of organic chemistry. As part of this course students will work in small groups and carry out several short projects involving a literature review, experimental or computational research.
One lecture or tutorial (one hour), one workshop (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of ISCI 1A24, BIOPHYS 1S03 , 2A03 , PHYSICS 1AA3 , 1CC3 , 1E03 (or 1BA3 or 1BB3) or registration in Honours Medical and Biological Physics
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BIOPHYS 3D03 - Origin of Life 3 unit(s)
The roles of replication, metabolism and compartmentalization in the Origins of Life. Prebiotic chemistry. The RNA World and ribozymes. The earliest traces of life in the fossil record. Astrobiology: could life exist on other planets?
Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science
Antirequisite(s): ORIGINS 3D03, PHYSICS 3L03
Not open to students registered in an Origins Research Specialization.
Offered in alternate years.
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BIOPHYS 3G03 - Modelling Life 3 unit(s)
Introduction to simulating computational models in the life sciences, including examples from molecular and cell biology, ecology and evolution. Designing models to link to experimental questions and to test scientific hypotheses.
Three hours (lectures); one term
Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 1A03 or 1C03 ; and one of MATH 1A03 , 1LS3 , 1X03 , 1ZA3 ; or ISCI 1A24 A/B
Cross-list(s): LIFESCI 3BP3
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BIOPHYS 3S03 - Soft Condensed Matter Physics 3 unit(s)
Soft materials include polymers, liquid crystals, surfactants and colloids. The course will cover structure, dynamics, phase transitions and self-assembly, and discuss applications and links to the life sciences.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): One of CHEM 2R03, CHEMBIO 2P03 , ISCI 2A18 A/B , PHYSICS 2H04 ; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics (B.Sc.) or Honours Medical and Biological Physics
Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 3S03
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BIOPHYS 4L03 A/B - Literature Review 3 unit(s)
A directed reading and review of the literature in any field of biophysics, associated with a faculty member’s research area. Normally, a report and poster presentation will be required.
Occasional tutorial (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours Biophysics program; and permission of the Chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy
Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 4L03 A/B
Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12 A/B .
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BIOPHYS 4P06 A/B - Senior Research Project 6 unit(s)
An experimental or theoretical project to be carried out under the supervision of a faculty member. Normally, a report, oral and poster presentation will be required.
One occasional tutorial (two hours); two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours Biophysics program; and a GPA of at least 9.0; and permission of the Chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy
Antirequisite(s): MEDPHYS 4Y06 A/B , PHYSICS 4P06 A/B
Not open to students with credit or registration inISCI 4A12 A/B .
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BIOPHYS 4S03 - Introduction to Molecular Biophysics 3 unit(s)
A presentation of recent contributions made to the fields of molecular and cell biology by the use of physical approaches. In particular, the following topics are discussed: physical properties of biomolecules, protein folding, molecular motors, cell motion and cell adhesion. Emphasis on the critical evaluation of current research literature.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): One of CHEM 2R03, CHEMBIO 2P03 , ISCI 2A18 A/B , MATLS 2B03 , PHYSICS 2H04 ; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics (B.Sc) or an Honours Medical and Biological Physics (B.Sc.) program. BIOPHYS 3S03 is recommended.
Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 4S03
Cross-list(s): BIOCHEM 4S03
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Biosafety BIOSAFE courses are administered by the Faculty of Science .
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BIOSAFE 1BS0 - Biosafety Training 0 unit(s)
Formerly HTHSCI 1BS0
BSL 1 biosafety training for the handling of non-pathogenic bacteria, cell lines, blood and body fluids or mammalian tissues based on federal laboratory biosafety guidelines.
This course is evaluated on a Complete/Fail basis.
Web module
BSL 1 must be completed prior to the start of the first lab for all courses for which it is required. Students who fail the quiz will be required to repeat it and will not be permitted in any course where BIOSAFE 1BS0 is a requirement until the quiz has been successfully completed.
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Biotechnology Courses in Biotechnology are administered by the Bachelor of Technology Program.
Engineering Technology Building (ETB), Room 121, ext. 20195
http://mybtechdegree.ca
Note
For the Four-Year Program, registration is only permitted for courses of the same level in which the student is registered, unless otherwise specified.
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BIOTECH 2B03 - Biotechnology Concepts 3 unit(s)
Basic elements of biotechnology. Proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, DNA manipulation, cloning and recombinant technology, with applications in genetics, medicine and industry.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2CB3 , 2M03 , and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
Antirequisite(s): BIOTECH 2BE3
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BIOTECH 2BC3 - Biochemistry 3 unit(s)
Biochemistry and biotechnology; amino acids, nucleotides, nucleic acids, proteins, peptides, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, membranes and their functions, metabolism, gene expression and DNA.
Three lectures; one lab (three hours every other week); second term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2OC3 , and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 2CB3 - Cell Biology 3 unit(s)
An introduction to basic living cell structure, functions, genetics and the fundamentals of metabolism.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1BI3 , 1CH3 , and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 2EC3 - Chemical Engineering Concepts 3 unit(s)
Material balances: single and multi-unit systems with possible reactions. Energy balance: energy conservation including enthalpy calculations, steam tables, specific heats, phase changes, and reactions. Survey of momentum, heat and mass transfer; basics of chemical process design.
Three lectures, one lab (two and one half hours every other week); first term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3 , 1MT3 , and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program.
Antirequisite(s): BIOTECH 3EC3
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BIOTECH 2GT3 - Genetics 3 unit(s)
This course covers the fundamentals of genetic studies including genes and genetic code, DNA, RNA and protein synthesis, cellular reproduction and human genetics.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1BI3 and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program.
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BIOTECH 2M03 - Molecular Biology 3 unit(s)
Principles of molecular biology that form the basis nucleic acid and protein based methodologies. DNA replication, repair and recombination; bacterial and eukaryotic transcription and RNA processing; translation; and regulation of gene expression.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1BI3 , 1CH3 , and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program.
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BIOTECH 2MB3 - Microbiology 3 unit(s)
An introduction to microbiological analysis with emphasis on use of microscopic techniques, staining, cultivation and control of microbial growth, enumeration, identification, potable water analysis, with environmental and industrial applications.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2CB3 , 2M03 , and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 2OC3 - Organic Chemistry 3 unit(s)
This course covers a working knowledge of the major classes of organic compounds, including their physical and chemical properties. The laboratory introduces the techniques of organic synthesis and identification.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3 , and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 3B03 - Industrial Biotechnology 3 unit(s)
A continuation of Biotechnology I including a more in depth application of the recombinant technology and gene expression systems. Applications include microbial, plant, and animal biotechnology, bioremediation, cloning and stem cell technology.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2B03 , 2GT3 , 2MB3 , and registration in level III or above of the Biotechnology program.
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BIOTECH 3BC3 - Bioprocess Control and Dynamics 3 unit(s)
Basic control theory and interfacing concepts, design of simple digital controllers, as applied to biological systems with emphasis on biosensors, bioreactors, neural physiology, and homoeostasis.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1EL3 , 2MA3 , BIOTECH 2B03 , 2EC3 , and registration in level III or above of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 3BP3 - Bioreactor Processes and Design 3 unit(s)
Overview of fermentation technology and bioprocessing, kinetics and thermodynamics of microbial processes. Mass transfer in immobilized systems. Analysis of batch and continuous processes, bioreactor design and analysis, operation and control, instrumentation, oxygen transfer, and scale up.
Four lectures, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2EC3 , 3BC3 , 3B03 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 3CM3 - Computational Modeling of Biological Systems 3 unit(s)
This course covers fundamental concepts of computational modeling and applying it to biological systems. Lab component will include programming language to explore/study biological systems.
Two lectures, one lab (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CP3 , 2MA3 , and registration in level IV of Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 3FM3 - Food Microbiology 3 unit(s)
An introduction to the microbiology of raw materials used in the manufacturing of food products. The course will review microbial growth and examine the types of microorganisms found in foods, the fermentation process in foods and food borne illness.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2CB3 , 2MB3 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 3IV3 - Immunology and Virology 3 unit(s)
Structure and function of antibodies, antibody diversity and interactions, immune system and immunity, immunological responses to disease, antibodies production and applications, structure of viruses, methods to study viruses, virus transcriptions and interactions.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2MB3 and registration in level III or above of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 3PM3 - Pharmacology 3 unit(s)
Pharmacology topics include the nature of drugs, drug receptors, drug action, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Topics on drug discovery include pre-clinical testing, clinical trials, manufacturing and patents.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3 , BIOTECH 2BC3 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program
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BIOTECH 4BI3 - Bioinformatics 3 unit(s)
The course will familiarize students with the tools and principles of bioinformatics. A toolbox will be used to study access to genomic and proteomic data and data formats and analysis techniques.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3CM3 , 4GP3 , ENGTECH 1CP3 , 3ES3 , 4EE0 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program.
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BIOTECH 4BL3 - Biomaterials and Biocompatibility 3 unit(s)
Natural and synthetic biopolymers, and other materials for industrial and biomedical engineering applications: biocompatibility; tissue response to implants; inflammation; bioplastics, composites and applications.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2BC3 , 3B03 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 4BM3 - Biopharmaceuticals 3 unit(s)
An introduction to biopharmaceutical drug development and manufacture. Emphasis will include basic genetic engineering principles used in the development and large-scale manufacture of biopharmaceutical products.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3B03 , 3PM3 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program
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BIOTECH 4BS3 - Biotechnology Regulations 3 unit(s)
This course will familiarize students with current methods of laboratory safety and good lab and manufacturing practices in biotechnology; bioethics issues, benefits and risks of biotechnology applications; provincial, federal and international guidelines/regulations.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3PM3 , ENGTECH 4EE0 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program
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BIOTECH 4GP3 - Genomics and Proteomics 3 unit(s)
This course examines genomics, functional genomics and proteomics. Topics covered are the organization of model system genomes, gene expression profiling at the mRNA and protein levels, microarrays, analyses of interactions, genomic and proteomic databases.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2M03 , 3B03 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 4TB3 - Advanced Biotechnology 3 unit(s)
This advanced course examines select topics of interest that reflect current methods utilized to produce new products and processes in the field of biotechnology. The course invites subject experts from various sectors of the biotech industry as guest lecturers.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3B03 , 4GP3 , ENGTECH 4EE0 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 4TR1 - Capstone Project I 1 unit(s)
This course requires students to research, design, develop, and implement an independent project. The project plan and a model developed will be documented as a technical report and presented in a seminar.
One tutorial, one lab (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3BP3 , 3FM3 , 3PM3 , GENTECH 3MT3 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology Co-op (B.Tech.) program
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BIOTECH 4TR3 - Capstone Project II 3 unit(s)
This course is a continuation of BIOTECH 4TR1 and it requires the students to conduct further research, modify/refine the project design, develop, and implement the independent project proposal submitted as a part of the Capstone Design Project I. The project will be documented as a technical report and presented in a seminar.
One tutorial, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 4BL3 , 4BM3 , 4GP3 , 4TR1 , ENGTECH 4EE0 , and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program.
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Cayuga Courses in Cayuga are administered by the Indigenous Studies Program.
LR Wilson Hall, Room 1811, ext. 23788
https://indigenous.mcmaster.ca
Courses
If no prerequisite is listed, the course is open.
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CAYUGA 1Z03 - Introduction to Cayuga Language and Culture 3 unit(s)
This course will study the Cayuga language, in its spoken and written forms, in the context of Iroquoian cultural traditions, values, beliefs and customs.
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CAYUGA 2Z03 - Intermediate Cayuga 3 unit(s)
This course expands on the vocabulary and the oral skills for the Cayuga language. In addition, the course reviews the written component of the language.
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Chemical Biology Courses in Chemical Biology are administered by the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology.
A.N. Bourns Science Building, Room 156, ext. 23490
http://www.chemistry.mcmaster.ca
Department Notes
- CHEM 1AA3 is a prerequisite for CHEM 2E03 and CHEM 2E03 is a prerequisite for BIOCHEM 2EE3 .
- Students seeking permission and/or a seat authorization for a Chemistry or Chemical Biology course must submit an application for academic permission to the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology (advisor@chemistry.mcmaster.ca) well in advance of the start of the term.
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CHEMBIO 2A03 - Introduction to Bio-Analytical Chemistry 3 unit(s)
An introductory course covering basic principles of quantitative analysis of biological samples based on classical volumetric techniques and modern instrumental methods including spectroscopy and chromatography.
Three lectures, one lab; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1A03 (or 1E03 ) and 1AA3 or ISCI 1A24 A/B ; and registration in an Honours Chemical Biology, Honours Biochemistry, Honours Biology, Chemical Engineering, Honours Life Sciences or Honours Molecular Biology and Genetics program
Antirequisite(s): CHEM 2A03 , 2AA3 , CHEMBIO 2AA3
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CHEMBIO 2L03 - Pharmaceutical Chemistry Laboratory I: Biomolecular Interactions 3 unit(s)
Students will be introduced to the standard tools and techniques employed in Chemical Biology research.
One lecture, one lab (four hours), one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Honours Chemical Biology
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CHEMBIO 2OD3 - Organic Chemistry II 3 unit(s)
Fundamental reactions used to construct organic molecules, nucleophilic substitutions at carbonyl centres, biomolecules, and applications of spectroscopic techniques in organic chemistry. Emphasis on reaction mechanisms.
Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2OG3 or CHEMBIO 2OG3 ; and registration in Honours Chemical Biology (B.Sc.)
Antirequisite(s): CHEM 2OB3 , 2OD3 , CHEMBIO 2OB3
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CHEMBIO 2OG3 - Organic Chemistry I 3 unit(s)
Examines how structure affects properties and chemistry of organic molecules important for life, health, and advanced technologies. Includes fundamentals of reactions of functional groups, organic reaction mechanisms and spectroscopic techniques for structure determination.
Three lectures, one lab (four hours), one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1AA3 or ISCI 1A24 A/B ; and registration in Honours Chemical Biology (B.Sc.)
Antirequisite(s): CHEM 2E03 , 2OA3 , 2OC3, 2OG3 , CHEMBIO 2OA3
Students with credit in CHEM 2E03 will forfeit credit upon completion of this course.
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CHEMBIO 2P03 - Physical Chemistry Tools for Chemical Biology 3 unit(s)
Chemical thermodynamics and kinetics and their application to biological, chemical and environmental systems.
Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1A03 (or 1E03 and 1AA3 and one of MATH 1A03 , 1LS3 , 1X03 , 1ZA3 ); or ISCI 2A18 A/B
Antirequisite(s): CHEM 2PD3, EARTHSC 2L03, 2Q03, ENVIRSC 2L03, PHYSICS 2H04
Cross-list(s): CHEM 2P03
Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 2A18 A/B .
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CHEMBIO 2Q03 - Inquiry for Chemical Biology 3 unit(s)
Systematically investigate issues in Chemical Biology while developing skills in formulating and refining questions, searching and analyzing the scientific literature, and written and oral presentation.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Honours Chemical Biology
Antirequisite(s): CHEM 2Q03
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CHEMBIO 3AA3 - Analytical Tools for Chemical Biology 3 unit(s)
Modern instrumental bioanalytical techniques will be examined, including atomic and molecular spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and chromatography with emphasis on analytical design, data interpretation, and applications to biomedical, environmental, and food safety areas.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): One of CHEM 2A03 , 2AA3 , CHEMBIO 2A03 , 2AA3
Antirequisite(s): CHEM 3AA3
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CHEMBIO 3BM3 - Implanted Biomaterials 3 unit(s)
An introduction to the chemistry of implantable biomaterials (metals, ceramics, plastics, elastomers) and the methods used to characterize their physical properties. The wound healing response following insult by an implanted foreign body will be examined, in order to understand the need to control synthetic biomedical interfaces. The regulatory approval process will also be discussed.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1AA3 (or ISCI 1A24 A/B ); and BIOLOGY 2B03 (or ISCI 2A18 A/B ) or registration in an Honours Chemical Biology program; and one of CHEM 2E03 , 2OB3 , 2OD3 , CHEMBIO 2OB3, 2OD3 ; or permission of the instructor
Cross-list(s): LIFESCI 3BM3
May be offered in alternate years. Offered in 2019-2020.
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CHEMBIO 3EP3 A/B S - Advanced Chemical Biology Placement 3 unit(s)
This placement course provides students with the opportunity to explore career options and integrate academics with a community, volunteer or professional experience. The student will complete an academic component in addition to the placement.
Students are responsible to arrange a suitable placement, obtain appropriate permission from both a placement and academic supervisor, and are required to submit an application to the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology thirty days prior to the date classes begin in each Term (see the Sessional Dates section of this Calendar). More information and the application form can be found at https://chemistry.mcmaster.ca/undergraduate/course-outlines/level-3-outlines.html.
May be completed over one or two terms
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in SCIENCE 2C00 ; and completion of Level II of Honours Chemical Biology; and permission of the academic supervisor and the course coordinator (or designate)
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CHEMBIO 3L03 - Chemical Biology Laboratory II 3 unit(s)
A research project will be formulated and addressed using the tools of Chemical Biology.
One lecture, one lab (four hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in BIOSAFE 1BS0 (or HTHSCI 1BS0); and CHEMBIO 2L03
If not already completed, BIOSAFE 1BS0 must be completed prior to the first lab.
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CHEMBIO 3OA3 - Organic Mechanistic Tools for Chemical Biology 3 unit(s)
Chemistry and biology of primary metabolism. Synthesis, biosynthesis and degradation of carbohydrates, nucleotides, and proteins are compared and contrasted by studying reaction mechanisms and catalysis.
Three lectures, one lab; one term
Prerequisite(s): One of CHEM 2OB3 , 2OD3 , CHEMBIO 2OB3, 2OD3
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CHEMBIO 3OB3 - Structural Elucidation of Natural Products and Small Molecules 3 unit(s)
Applications of spectroscopy detailing the use of NMR, MS, IR, and UV in determining structures of small molecules and biomolecules with a particular focus on natural products.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): One of CHEM 2OB3 , 2OD3 , CHEMBIO 2OB3, 2OD3
May be offered in alternate years. Offered in 2019-2020.
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CHEMBIO 3P03 - Biomolecular Interactions and Kinetics 3 unit(s)
Principles of macromolecule-macromolecule and small molecule-macromolecule interactions, including ligands and drugs. Techniques for characterizing and quantifying biomolecular interactions in vitro and in vivo. Emerging technologies such as biological therapeutics as applied to pharmaco-dynamics and -kinetics.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMBIO 2P03 or ISCI 2A18 A/B
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CHEMBIO 3RP3 - Research Practicum in Chemical Biology 3 unit(s)
A one term research project undertaken in a chemical biology laboratory during the fall, winter or summer term which requires the submission of a formal report. May be taken in preparation for a Level IV thesis or project.
Students are responsible to arrange a suitable research experience, obtain appropriate permission from both a placement and academic supervisor, and are required to submit an application to Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology thirty days prior to the date classes begin in each Term (see the Sessional Dates in the Undergraduate Calendar). More information and the application form can be found at https://chemistry.mcmaster.ca/undergraduate/course-outlines/level-3-outlines.html.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Level II of Honours Chemical Biology; and permission of the academic supervisor and the course coordinator (or designate)
Not to be taken concurrently with a Co-op work term.
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CHEMBIO 4A03 - Bio-Analytical Chemistry and Assay Development 3 unit(s)
Advanced separation and detection principles for high-throughput bio-assays for drug targets, as well as recent global analytical strategies for genomic, proteomic and metabolomic analyses.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3AA3 or CHEMBIO 3AA3
Offered in alternate years. Not offered in 2019-2020.
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CHEMBIO 4G12 A/B - Senior Thesis in Chemical Biology 12 unit(s)
A thesis-based on a major research project supervised by a member of the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology or on the list of acceptable supervisors. More information and the application form can be found at http://www.chemistry.mcmaster.ca/contact/resources.html.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of Honours Chemical Biology and permission of the Department. Students are responsible for securing a suitable project supervisor, and are required to submit an application by March 31st of the academic year prior to registration. Students are expected to have a Grade Point Average of at least 9.5.
Antirequisite(s): CHEMBIO 4G03, CHEMBIO 4GG9, CHEMBIO 4RP6
Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12 A/B .
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CHEMBIO 4IB3 - Bio-Inorganic Chemistry 3 unit(s)
Inorganic elements and their behaviour in biological systems. Topics for study include metalloenzymes, bio-redox agents, transport proteins, biomimetic inorganic complexes, metallodrugs, and radiopharmaceuticals.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3II3
Cross-list(s): CHEM 4IB3
Offered in alternate years. Offered in 2019-2020.
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CHEMBIO 4OA3 - Natural Products 3 unit(s)
A description of basic building blocks and reaction mechanisms involved in the biosynthesis of naturally occurring compounds.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3OA3 or CHEMBIO 3OA3
Cross-list(s): CHEM 4OA3
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CHEMBIO 4OB3 - Medicinal Chemistry: Drug Design and Development 3 unit(s)
Topics will include lead compound discovery strategies; high-throughput screening and ‘in silico’ screening; exploration of structure-activity relationships; drug targets and molecular mechanisms of drug action; strategies for drug optimization.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3OA3 or CHEMBIO 3OA3
Offered in alternate years. Offered in 2019-2020.
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CHEMBIO 4Q03 - Peer Tutoring in Chemical Biology or Chemistry 3 unit(s)
Provides students with theoretical and practical experience with teaching methods in Chemical Biology or Chemistry and focuses on effective presentation and scientific writing skills.
One lecture (three hours), tutorial (one hour); one term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2Q03 or CHEMBIO 2Q03 and permission of the instructor
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CHEMBIO 4RP6 A/B S - Research Project in Chemical Biology 6 unit(s)
A project supervised by a member of the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology or on the list of acceptable Supervisors. More information and the application form can be found at http://www.chemistry.mcmaster.ca/contact/resources.html.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV Honours Chemical Biology (B.Sc.) and permission of the Department. Students are responsible for securing a suitable project supervisor, and are required to submit an application by March 31st of the academic year prior to registration. Students are expected to have a Grade Point Average of at least 5.0.
Antirequisite(s): CHEMBIO 4G03, CHEMBIO 4GG9 A/B, CHEMBIO 4G12 A/B
Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12 A/B .
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Chemical Engineering Courses in Chemical Engineering are administered by the Department of Chemical Engineering .
John Hodgins Engineering Building, Room 374, ext. 24957
http://chemeng.mcmaster.ca
Department Note
All Chemical Engineering courses are open to students registered in a Chemical Engineering program, subject to prerequisite requirements. Prior permission of the Department is necessary for students from other Engineering departments and other faculties.
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CHEMENG 2D04 - Chemical Engineering Principles I 4 unit(s)
Steady-state mass balances in chemical processes and the first law of thermodynamics. The behaviour of gases and liquids, and their physical equilibria. Recycle in steady state operation.
Four lectures, one tutorial (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of any Chemical Engineering program or permission from the department
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CHEMENG 2E04 - Numerical Methods and Computing for Chemical Engineers 4 unit(s)
Formulation of first-principles and empirical models for various chemical processing applications at steady and unsteady states. Techniques for numerical solution of linear and nonlinear model equations. Techniques for numerical differentiation and integration of model equations and data sets.
Three lectures; one tutorial (two hours every week); first term
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1ZA3 , 1ZB3 , 1ZC3 , registration or credit in CHEMENG 2D04 , or permission from the department
Antirequisite(s): CHEMENG 3E04
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CHEMENG 2F04 - Chemical Engineering Principles II 4 unit(s)
Combined mass and energy balances in the steady and unsteady state. The second law of thermodynamics, physical/chemical equilibria and sustainability.
Four lectures, one tutorial (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration or credit in CHEMENG 2D04 or permission from the department
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CHEMENG 2G03 - Problem Solving and Technical Communication 3 unit(s)
Developing awareness, strategies, creativity, analysis and interpersonal skills in the context of solving homework problems and preparing technical communications. Interpretation, retrieval manipulation and communication of information.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of any Chemical Engineering program or permission from the department
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CHEMENG 2O04 - Fluid Mechanics 4 unit(s)
The laws of statics and dynamics in both compressible and incompressible fluids. Equations of conservation and modern turbulence and boundary layer theory applied to submerged and conduit flow. Similitude, unsteady flow, measuring devices and fluid machinery.
Three lectures, one tutorial (three hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in a Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering or Engineering Physics (Nuclear Engineering and Energy Systems Stream) program, or permission of the Department.
Co-requisite(s): One of CHEMENG 2F04 , MATLS 2D03
Antirequisite(s): CHEMENG 3O04
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CHEMENG 3A04 - Heat Transfer 4 unit(s)
Steady and unsteady conduction and convection, condensation and boiling. Understanding fundamentals behind heat exchangers, and finned arrangements. Numerical simulations of complex heat transfer systems.
Three lectures, one tutorial (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2F04 , 2O04 (or 3O04), or registration in Level III or above in a Materials Engineering program, or permission of the department
Antirequisite(s): CHEM ENG 2A04
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CHEMENG 3BK3 - Bio-Reaction Engineering 3 unit(s)
Kinetics of cellular processes, microbial processes and enzyme reactions including those of immobilized cells and enzymes. Cell culturing. Bioreactor design. Bioprocess development including downstream processing.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV or above of any Chemical Engineering program or the Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences (IBEHS) Program; or permission of the Department
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CHEMENG 3BM3 - Bioseparations Engineering 3 unit(s)
Introduction to bioseparations engineering, cell disintegration, precipitation based separation processes, extraction, adsorption, chromatography, centrifugal separations, filtration, membrane based separation processes, electrophoresis.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV or above of any Chemical Engineering Program, or Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences (IBEHS) Program; or permission of the Department
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CHEMENG 3D03 - Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 3 unit(s)
Review of the total energy balance, mechanical energy balance and thermodynamics of one component system. Chemical reaction and phase equilibria of multicomponent systems, with emphasis on non-ideality.
Three lectures, one tutorial; first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2F04 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 3G04 - Chemical Process Synthesis and Simulation 4 unit(s)
Chemical process simulations including models for heat exchangers, separators, reactors, heat integration, pressure handling, energy conversion, and other unit operations. Using process simulations to solve problems related to chemical processing, energy and sustainability.
Three lectures, one tutorial (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2E04 (or 3E04), 2F04 , 3D03 , or permission from the department
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CHEMENG 3I03 - Data Acquisition and Analysis 3 unit(s)
Operational characteristics of physical and chemical sensors, statistics of sampling and analysis, measurement error and data acquisition theory. Measurement of pressure, temperature, flow, strain and voltage. Technical writing and communication.
Two lectures, one lab (three hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of any Chemical Engineering program or permission of the department
Antirequisite(s): CHEMENG 2I03
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CHEMENG 3K04 - Introduction to Reactor Design 4 unit(s)
Stoichiometry of multiple reactions, kinetics of homogeneous reactions, interpretation of batch data, design of ideal and non-ideal CSTR and plug flow reactors.
Three lectures; one tutorial (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2Z03 and 2ZZ3, and registration or credit in CHEMENG 2F04, 2E04 (or 3E04) and 3D03, or permission of the Department
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CHEMENG 3L02 - Intermediate Laboratory Skills 2 unit(s)
Experiments and projects in heat transfer, thermodynamics, mass transfer and fluid mechanics with appropriate data analysis and report writing.
One lecture, one lab (three hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2O04 (or CHEMENG 3O04), 3D03 and credit or registration in CHEMENG 3A04 (or 2A04), or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 3M04 - Mass Transfer and Stagewise Operations 4 unit(s)
Stagewise operations, diffusion, mass transfer coefficients, distillation, differential contacting and absorption.
Three lectures, one tutorial (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2F04 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 3P04 - Process Control 4 unit(s)
Transient behaviour of chemical processes. Theory and practice of automatic control. Introduction to computer process control.
Three lectures, one tutorial (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2Z03 and MATH 2ZZ3 ; and credit or registration in CHEMENG 2E04 (or 3E04), 2O04 (or 3O04), 3A04 (or 2A04), 3K04 ,
or permission of the department
Antirequisite(s): IBEHS 4A03
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CHEMENG 3Q03 - Introduction to Polymer Science 3 unit(s)
An overview of important synthetic and natural polymers with emphasis on polymer structure, the chemistry of polymer formation. An introduction to polymer characterization, recycling and sustainability.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2E03 or 2OA3 and 2OB3 , or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4A03 - Energy Systems Engineering 3 unit(s)
Cradle-to-grave overview of major gas, coal, nuclear, biomass, petroleum, solar, and wind energy resources, networks, and systems. Gasification, fuel cells, polygeneration, synthetic fuels, alternative fuels.
Two lectures; one tutorial (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 3G04 , or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4B03 - Polymer Reaction Engineering 3 unit(s)
Kinetics of polymerization: step-growth and chain-growth (free radical, anionic, anionic coordination and cationic). Polymerization processes: solution/bulk, suspension, emulsion, gas-phase, slurry and reactive processing. Principles of polymer process and reactor design, optimization and control.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 3K04 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4E03 - Digital Computer Process Control 3 unit(s)
This course addresses key aspects of implementing control via discrete calculations using digital computers. Topics include discrete-time dynamic models, system identification, analysis of discrete-time systems, design of digital control systems and model predictive control.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 3P04 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4G03 - Optimization in Chemical Engineering 3 unit(s)
Formulation of optimization programs for important engineering problems focusing on equipment design, economics, controls, operations, and scheduling. Solution methods and analysis of linear, nonlinear, and mixed-integer programs. Introduction to mathematical concepts of convexity and optimality conditions. Introduction to meta-heuristic optimization methods.
Two lectures, one tutorial (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2E04 (or 3E04), 3G04 , 3P04 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4H03 - Big Data Methods and Modeling in Chemical and Materials Engineering 3 unit(s)
Review of multivariate statistics. Acquiring, interpreting and processing large data sets. Introduction to dimensional reduction techniques such as principal component analysis (PCA) and projection of latent structures (PLS). Introduction to data clustering methods. Chemical and materials engineering applications.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): One of COMMERCE 2QA3 , STATS 3Y03 , MATLS 3J03 or HTHSCI 2A03 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4K03 - Reactor Design for Heterogeneous Systems 3 unit(s)
Catalytic kinetics, mass transfer limitations, packed and fluidized bed reactors, two phase reactors.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 3K04 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4L02 - Advanced Laboratory Skills 2 unit(s)
Experiments and projects in transport phenomena, reaction kinetics, reactor design and process control with appropriate data analysis and report writing.
One lab (three hours), one lecture; first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 3L02 , 3K04 , 3M04 ; and registration in Level IV or above of any Chemical Engineering program or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4M03 - Industrial Separation Processes 3 unit(s)
Overview of industrial separation methods with focus on applications in the water and energy industries. Topics to be covered may include liquid-liquid extraction, adsorption, ion-exchange, sedimentation, filtration, and membrane technologies (ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis), with a particular emphasis on the fundamental phenomena and design principles for each topic.
Two lectures, one tutorial (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2O04 (or 3O04), CHEMENG 3M04 or permission of the department
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CHEMENG 4N04 - Engineering Economics and Problem Solving 4 unit(s)
Economic decision making with capital and operating cost estimation, taxation, depreciation, profitability, payback, net present value, interest rates and sensitivity analysis. Applications to design and operation of engineering systems, emphasizing safety, equipment performance, uncertainty, flexibility and troubleshooting. Students will work individually and in groups on problem-based projects.
Three lectures, one tutorial (two hours); first term
Prerequisite(s): CHEMENG 2O04 (or 3O04), CHEMENG 3K04 , 3M04 , 3P04 , 3G04 ; registration in the final level of any Chemical Engineering program, or permission of the department
Antirequisite(s): ENGINEER 2B03
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CHEMENG 4T03 - Applications of Chemical Engineering in Medicine 3 unit(s)
Applications of chemical engineering principles to biological systems and medical problems including examples from hemodynamics, blood oxygenation, artificial kidney systems, controlled drug release, biosensors and biomaterials.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above in any engineering program or registration in Level IV or above in the Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences (IBEHS) Program; or permission of the Department
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CHEMENG 4TA3 A/B - Engineering Practicum 3 unit(s)
Mastery of core technical engineering skills with applications through student mentorship and teaching practicums. Demonstration of deeper understanding through lecture design and presentation, assessment design, and course material development.
Two lectures (during first term), one practicum placement (during second term); both terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in final level of any engineering program and permission of the instructor
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CHEMENG 4W04 - Chemical Plant Design and Capstone Project 4 unit(s)
Projects, often in cooperation with industry, usually involve steady-state computer simulation of an existing process or design of a new process. Plant equipment may be tested to develop simulation models. Sustainability analysis is integral part of plant design.
Two lectures and two tutorials (two hours); second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the final level of any Chemical Engineering program, registration or credit in CHEMENG 4N04 , or permission of the department
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