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Chemistry Faculty<\/strong><\/p>\r\nRuss Kerr, Professor Emeritus\r\nMichael T.H. Liu, Professor Emeritus\r\nBarry Linkletter, Associate Professor, Chair\r\n<\/span>Amani Abdelghani, Associate Professor\r\nRabin Bissessur, Professor\r\n<\/span>Marissa Clapson, Assistant Professor\r\nTrevor Clark, Assistant Professor\r\nNola Etkin, Professor<\/span>\r\nBrian D. Wagner, Professor\r\nMarya Ahmed, Adjunct Professor<\/span><\/span>\r\n<\/span>Jason Pearson, Professor\r\n<\/span>J. Regis Duffy, Adjunct Professor\r\n<\/span>Christopher Kirby, Adjunct Professor\r\n<\/span>Douglas Marchbank, Adjunct Professor\r\n<\/span>Jason Robinson Adjunct Professor\r\n<\/span>Marianne Rodgers, Adjunct Professor\r\n<\/span>Rheal Towner, Adjunct Professor\r\n

Accreditation received by the Canadian Society for Chemistry National Board for the Chemistry Major and Honours Program.<\/p>\r\n

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

For all courses with both laboratory and lecture components, credit will be granted only if satisfactory standing in both of these components has been obtained.<\/p>\r\n

REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Chemistry must take at least 48 semester hours of chemistry in total and must at the same time complete certain courses as specified by the major requirements.<\/p>\r\n

The required Chemistry courses are: Chemistry 1110-1120, Chemistry 2210, Chemistry 2410-2420, Chemistry 2310, Chemistry 2720, Chemistry 3220, Chemistry 3310, Chemistry 3420, Chemistry 3530, Chemistry 3610, Chemistry 3740, Chemistry 4820 OR 4830 and two Chemistry electives, at least one of which is at the 4th year level.<\/p>\r\n

Additional course requirements for the Chemistry major include the following courses from other disciplines: Biology 1310-1320, Mathematics 1910, Mathematics 1920 and Mathematics 2910; Physics 1110-1120 (highly recommended) or Physics 1210-1220. As well, students majoring in Chemistry are advised to take Physics 2120 (Electricity, Magnetism, and Circuits).<\/p>\r\n(NOTE: As per Academic Regulation #1 h), all undergraduate degree programs require successful completion of IKE-1040, one of UPEI-1010, 1020 or 1030, and a Writing Intensive Course.)\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/strong>\r\n

All programs of study of students declared as Chemistry majors must be approved by the Chair of the Department. An outline of the Chemistry major requirements in the suggested sequence for their completion is given below, but deviations from it are permitted provided that the pertinent prerequisites are fulfilled.<\/p>\r\n

First Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 1110-1120 General Chemistry I and II\r\nBiology 1310-1320 General Biology I and II\r\nPhysics 1110-1120 (highly recommended) or 1210-1220 General Physics\r\nMathematics 1910-1920 Single Variable Calculus I and II\r\nElectives (6 semester hours)<\/p>\r\n

Second Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 2210 Analytical Chemistry\r\nChemistry 2410-2420 Organic Chemistry I & II\r\nChemistry 2310 Physical Chemistry I\r\nChemistry 2720 Inorganic Chemistry I\r\nMathematics 2910 Multivariable and Vector Calculus\r\nElectives (9 semester hours)<\/p>\r\n

Third Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 3220 Analytical Instrumentation\r\nChemistry 3310 Physical Chemistry II\r\nChemistry 3420 Advanced Organic Chemistry\r\nChemistry 3610 Organic Spectroscopy\r\nChemistry 3740 Inorganic Chemistry II\r\nElectives (15 semester hours)<\/p>\r\n

Fourth Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 3530 Biochemistry\r\nChemistry 4820 Advanced Research Project OR 4830 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory\r\nChemistry Electives\r\nElectives 15 or 18<\/p>\r\n

*The total number of electives depends on whether Chemistry 4820 (6 credits) or Chemistry 4830 (3 credits) is taken to fulfill the fourth year laboratory requirement. The Chemistry electives may be chosen from the Chemistry courses numbered: 2020, 2820, or any 4th year Chemistry course. At least one of the electives must be a 4th year course.<\/p>\r\n

REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong><\/p>\r\nStudents may obtain a degree with a minor in Chemistry by successfully completing the following courses:\r\n\r\nChemistry 1110 and 1120\r\nChemistry 2210\r\nChemistry 2310\r\nChemistry 2720\r\nAND<\/strong>\r\nChemistry 2020 and 2430\r\nOR<\/strong>\r\nChemistry 2410 and 2420\r\n\r\nWith permission of the chair, one of the above courses may be replaced with one of Chemistry 3220, 3310, 3420, 3610 or 3740.\r\n

REQUIREMENTS FOR HONOURS IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

The Honours Program in Chemistry is designed to provide research experience at the undergraduate level within the BSc program. It is available to students with a strong academic background who intend to continue studies at the post-graduate level in Chemistry or some related field, or to students who intend to pursue a career where research experience would be an asset.<\/p>\r\n

The Honours Program differs from the major in requiring a two-semester research course with thesis report, in the requirement of 126 semester hours for the degree and in the requirement of an additional five advanced Chemistry courses.\u00a0 (NOTE: As per Academic Regulation #1 h), all undergraduate degree programs require successful completion of IKE-1040, one of UPEI-1010, 1020 or 1030, and a Writing Intensive Course.)\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

The following are the course requirements for the Honours Program in Chemistry:<\/p>\r\n

First Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 1110-1120 General Chemistry I and II\r\nBiology 1310-1320 General Biology I and II\r\nPhysics 1110-1120 (highly recommended) or 1210-1220 General Physics\r\nMathematics 1910-1920 Introductory Calculus I and II\r\nElectives (6 semester hours)\r\nTotal 32 semester hours<\/p>\r\n

Second Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 2210 Analytical Chemistry\r\nChemistry 2410-2420 Organic Chemistry I & II\r\nChemistry 2310 Physical Chemistry I\r\nChemistry 2720 Inorganic Chemistry I\r\nMathematics 2910 Multivariable and Vector Calculus\r\nElectives (9 semester hours)\r\nTotal 28 semester hours<\/p>\r\n

Third Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 3220 Analytical Instrumentation\r\nChemistry 3310 Physical Chemistry II\r\nChemistry 3420 Advanced Organic Chemistry\r\nChemistry 3530 Biochemistry\r\nChemistry 3610 Organic Spectroscopy\r\nChemistry 3740 Inorganic Chemistry II\r\nChemistry elective (3 semester hours)\r\nMathematics elective (3 semester hours)\r\nElectives (6 semester hours)\r\nTotal 30 semester hours<\/p>\r\n

Fourth Year\r\n<\/strong>Chemistry 4320 Methods in Computational Chemistry\r\nChemistry 4410 Physical Organic Chemistry\r\nChemistry 4670 Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms and\u00a0Catalysis OR\u00a0Chemistry 4680 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry\r\nChemistry 4900 Honours Thesis\r\nChemistry electives (6 semester hours)\r\nElectives (9 semester hours)\r\nTotal 36 semester hours<\/p>\r\n

The Chemistry electives may be chosen from among Chemistry courses numbered: 2020, 2820, or any 4th year Chemistry course. The Mathematics elective may be chosen from Mathematics 2610, 3010, Statistics 1210 or Statistics 2910 in consultation with the Chair. As well, students in the Honours Program in Chemistry are strongly advised to take Physics 2120 (Electricity, Magnets, Circuits) and\/or Physics 3120 (Electromagnetism I).<\/p>\r\n

Honours students should note that Chemistry 4900 is a two- semester course and carries twelve semester hours of credit. No credit for the first semester will be granted without successful completion of the second semester of the course.<\/p>\r\n

For admission to the Honours Program, students must have a minimum average of 70% in all previous courses; normally the Department expects high second-class standing or first-class standing in previous Chemistry courses. Permission of the Department is also required and is contingent on the student finding an Honours Advisor, on being assigned an advisory committee, on acceptance of the research project by the Chemistry Department, and on general acceptability. Students interested in doing Honours should consult with the Department Chair as early as possible and not later than March 31 of the student\u2019s third year.<\/p>\r\n

To graduate with a BSc Honours in Chemistry, students must complete 126 semester hours of credit which meet the required courses outlined above. As well, students must attain a 75% average in all Chemistry courses combined and must achieve a minimum overall average of 70% in all courses submitted for the degree. Students failing to meet the Honours requirements may apply for a transfer to the BSc Chemistry Major Program or to other degree programs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

CO-OP EDUCATION IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\r\nThe UPEI Co-operative Program is an integrated approach to university education which enables students to alternate academic terms on campus with work terms in suitable employment. The success of such programs is founded on the principle that students are able to apply theoretical knowledge from course studies in the workplace and return to the classroom with practical workplace experience. Students who successfully complete all the requirements of the program will have the notation entered on their transcripts and on the graduation parchment.\r\n\r\nStudents accepted into the program, complete at least three paid work terms of normally 14 weeks duration, and three professional development courses. Credits earned through completion of work terms are counted as general electives.\r\n\r\nThe Co-operative option is available to full-time students in the Chemistry Major or Honours program.\u00a0 Applications to the Co-operative Education Program are normally made after completion of the first year of study.\r\n\r\nSee the Co-operative Education Program section<\/a> of the UPEI Academic Calendar for more information.\r\n

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology<\/h1>\r\nThis program combines practical and applied courses provided by the Bioscience Technology diploma program at Holland College with strong theoretical science courses at the University of Prince Edward Island. It is designed for students interested in obtaining a rigorous and broad training in biotechnology, such as gaining experience in research, laboratory procedures and safety, scientific ethics, and regulatory affairs, while increasing access to post-graduate opportunities (e.g. Master\u2019s degree programs). Students are provided with foundational science courses as well as senior specialized courses in the life sciences at the university level to complement the strong hands-on technical training acquired during the college diploma program. On-the-job training is provided for all students.\r\n\r\nThere are two paths into this program, so students can either start at Holland College or UPEI, and end up with the same articulated degree. The technical lab-based content is covered at Holland College in the Bioscience Technology diploma program, either during the first two years of the degree (for students who start at Holland College; Path 1) or in year 3 (for students who start at UPEI; Path 2).\r\n\r\n(NOTE: As per Academic Regulation #1 h), all undergraduate degree programs require successful completion of IKE-1040, one of UPEI-1010, 1020 or 1030, and a Writing Intensive Course.)<\/strong>\r\n\r\nPath 1, starting at Holland College (\u20182+2\u2019):<\/strong>\r\n\r\nIf students have received a Bioscience Technology diploma and achieved a minimum 70% average at Holland College, they are eligible to apply to UPEI for formal entry into the BBT degree program. Once accepted to UPEI, students will undertake a rigorous program of 20 courses, 13 of which will be required, 3 will be upper level science electives, and 4 will be general electives. Once accepted, students are subject to all of the Academic Regulations of the University.\r\n\r\nPath 2, starting at UPEI (\u20182+1+1\u2019):<\/strong>\r\nStudents apply to start at UPEI in the Faculty of Science directly out of high school, following standard application procedures at UPEI. Once accepted, students undertake one year of science courses similar to a first year biology or chemistry student (9 required courses, 1 elective) and a second year of science at UPEI (8 required courses, 2 electives). During this second year students apply to Holland College for the Bioscience Technology diploma program by the deadline of May 1st. Once accepted, they complete their second year by attending an intersession program at Holland College in May and June. Then students attend one full year at Holland College in the Bioscience Technology diploma program (including an additional on-the-job training intercession course in May). Students then finish back at UPEI in their final year (4 required courses, 3 upper level science electives, 3 general electives).\r\nFor students who already have received a Bioscience Technology diploma, the recommended sequence of courses for the 2 years of Path 1 at UPEI is:\r\n\r\nYear 1 at UPEI:<\/strong>\r\nChemistry 2210 \u2013 Analytical Chemistry\r\nChemistry 2430 \u2013 Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences\r\nChemistry 3530 \u2013 Biochemistry\r\nMathematics 1120 \u2013 Calculus for the Managerial, Social, and Life Sciences\r\nPhysics 1210 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences I\r\nPhysics 1220 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences II\r\nBiology 2210 \u2013 Cell Biology\r\nOne General Elective\r\nOne of UPEI 1010 or 1020 or 1030;\r\nIKE 1040\r\n\r\nYear 2 at UPEI:<\/strong>\r\nChemistry 3220 \u2013 Analytical instrumentation\r\nBiology 3220 \u2013 Introduction to Bioinformatics OR Biology 3620 \u2013 Computational Biology\r\nBiology 3260 \u2013 Introduction to Physiology of Cells and Organisms\r\nBiology 4710 \u2013 Molecular Biotechnology\r\nStatistics 1210 \u2013 Introductory Statistics\r\nOne Science Elective at the 3000 level\r\nOne Science Elective at the 4000 level\r\nOne Science Elective at the 3000 or 4000 level\r\nTwo General Electives\r\n\r\nFor students who have not received a Bioscience Technology diploma, the recommended sequence of courses for the 4 years of Path 2 is:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nYear 1 at UPEI:<\/strong>\r\nChemistry 1110 \u2013 General Chemistry I\r\nChemistry 1120 \u2013 General Chemistry II\r\nMathematics 1120 \u2013 Calculus for the Managerial, Social, and Life Sciences\r\nPhysics 1210 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences I\r\nPhysics 1220 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences II\r\nBiology 1310 \u2013 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology\r\nBiology 1320 \u2013 Introduction to Organisms\r\nOne of UPEI 1010 or 1020 or 1030;\r\nIKE 1040\r\nOne General Elective\r\n\r\nYear 2 at UPEI:<\/strong>\r\nChemistry 2210 \u2013 Analytical Chemistry\r\nChemistry 2310 \u2013 Physical Chemistry I\r\nChemistry 2430 \u2013 Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences\r\nChemistry 3530 \u2013 Biochemistry\r\nBiology 2210 \u2013 Cell Biology\r\nBiology 2060 \u2013 Microbiology\r\nBiology 2230 \u2013 Genetics\r\nStatistics 1210 \u2013 Introductory Statistics\r\nTwo General Electives\r\n\r\nTransfer to Holland College:<\/strong>\r\nStudents who have completed the required courses listed above are eligible to transfer to Holland College. Priority is given to students entering the third year of the BSc Biotechnology program. Students begin in May with an intersession program at Holland College and complete this intersession program in June. Students then return to Holland College in September and participate in the second year of the Bioscience Technology program. This program includes a period of on-the-job training that occurs in the intersession period of the following year in May and June. After successful completion of the Holland College Bioscience program students will receive a block credit transfer of 30 credit hours and then return to UPEI for the final year of the program.\r\n\r\nYear 4 at UPEI:<\/strong>\r\nChemistry 3220 \u2013 Analytical instrumentation\r\nBiology 3220 \u2013 Introduction to Bioinformatics OR Biology 3620 \u2013 Computational Biology\r\nBiology 3260 \u2013 Introduction to Physiology of Cells and Organisms\r\nBiology 4710 \u2013 Molecular Biotechnology\r\nOne Science Elective at the 3000 level\r\nOne Science Elective at the 4000 level\r\nOne Science Elective at the 3000 or 4000 level\r\nThree General Electives\r\n

NOTES REGARDING 1<\/strong>0<\/strong>00-LEVEL CHEMISTRY COURSES<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Chemistry 1110-1120 are introductory courses required for, but not restricted to, Chemistry Majors and Honours. A combined average of at least 60% is a prerequisite for all Chemistry courses above the 1000 level. However, this course prerequisite may also be met by the successful completion of a qualifying examination to be offered each year on the first Tuesday after Labour Day. This examination, which shall cover material from both is open to those who have passing grades for both Chemistry 1110 and 1120, but who do not have a combined average of at least 60%. To be admitted to Chemistry courses above the 1000 level, students must achieve a score of 65% on the qualifying examination. The score on the qualifying exam will not replace those attained in Chemistry 1110 and 1120, nor shall it be factored into any calculation of grades for graduation, scholarships or other purposes. This course prerequisite may also be waived with the permission of the Chair for individual courses. This 60% combined average regulation does not apply to students who have received credit for Chemistry 1110-1120 prior to the 2007-2008 academic year.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

MINOR IN BIOTECHNOLOGY<\/h1>\r\nA student will obtain a minor in Biotechnology by successfully completing 21 semester hours of courses drawn from required BIOT courses and approved electives.\u00a0 *NOTE:\u00a0 This Minor is not an option for students in the Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology program.\r\n
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  1. Required Courses<\/strong>:\r\nBIOT 1020 Field Studies in Biotechnology on PEI\r\nBIOT 2020 Case Studies in Biotechnology<\/li>\r\n \t
  2. One of:\r\n<\/strong>BIOT 4820 Experiential Learning Project in Biotechnology, or\r\nBIOT 4830 Advanced Biotechnology Laboratory OR an approved Biotechnology-related Research course or honours project, or a UPEI Co-op Program work placement also Biotechnology-related and approved by the biotechnology program).<\/li>\r\n \t
  3. Twelve (12) <\/strong>semester hours (4 courses) chosen from the list below, with no more than six semester hours of these within one discipline.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nApproved electives that may be used towards the Biotechnology Minor: <\/strong>\r\n\r\nBiology 2230 Genetics I\r\nBiology 2210 Cell and Molecular Biology\r\nBiology 2060 Microbiology\r\nBiology 2250 Human Biochemistry\r\nBiology 3230 Genetics II\r\nBiology 3520 Molecular Biology Research Techniques\r\nBiology 4040 Endocrinology\r\nBiology 4710 Molecular Biotechnology\r\nBiotechnology 4610: Special Topics in Biotechnology\r\nChemistry 2210 Analytical Chemistry\r\nChemistry 2420 Organic Chemistry II\r\nChemistry 2430 Organic Chemistry for the Life Sciences\r\nChemistry 2310 Physical Chemistry I\r\nChemistry 3530 Biochemistry\r\nChemistry 4810-1 Special Topics \u2014 Medicines from the Sea\r\nChemistry 3220 Analytical Instrumentation\r\nChemistry 4090 Biomaterials\r\nComputer Science 3220\/Biology 3220 Introduction to Bioinformatics\r\nFoods and Nutrition 3020 Advanced Foods\r\nFoods and Nutrition 4120 Human Metabolism\r\nPhysics 2210 Modern Physics\r\nPhysics 2010 Waves and Oscillations\r\nPhysics 3420 Introduction to Medical Physics\r\nPhysics 3520 Biomedical Imaging\r\nPhysics 3610 Solid State Physics\r\nPhysics 3910 Radiation Detection and Measurement\r\nPhysics 4140 Optics and Photonics\r\nScience 3010 Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Science\r\n\r\nApproved Holland College Offerings (Letter of Permission required)<\/strong>\r\nBIOS-1200 Laboratory Techniques\r\nBIOL-1315 Theoretical and Applied Immunology\r\n\r\nMany of the above-listed courses have prerequisites. For example, many of these courses that are 2000-level and above, require 1000-level introductory courses in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, and may have additional 2000-level or 3000-level prerequisites. Students are advised to plan ahead accordingly.\r\n

    BIOTECHNOLOGY COURSES<\/h1>\r\nBIOT 1020 FIELD STUDIES IN BIOTECHNOLOGY ON PEI\r\nThis course employs Prince Edward Island\u2019s unique concentration of companies engaged in the research, development, and commercialization of biotechnologies as an \u201coperating laboratory\u201d for developing an awareness and understanding of the techniques and processes, challenges, and solutions involved in Biotechnology of the 21st century. Through a series of field trips, students will examine first-hand how bioscience industries on the Island employ common biotechnology processes and how they apply them to solve different problems. There will be required writing exercises associated with each field trip. Students taking this course will attain a foundational layer of transferrable skills via competency-building written exercises, comprehensive experiential learning of biotechnologies across different working environments, and engagement with a pool of industry leaders.\r\nThree lecture hours plus three field trip hours per week\r\n\r\nBIOT 2020 CASE STUDIES IN BIOTECHNOLOGY\r\nThis course develops critical thinking around research problems in Biotechnology through a series of case studies. Students will examine and solve research problems in biotechnology. Material for the case studies will be drawn from biotechnology industries generically and from local industries, increasing in complexity as the semester progresses. Students will build competencies in Biotechnology methods and techniques, develop the ability to see alternative approaches, and develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.\r\nThree lecture hours per week\r\n\r\nBIOT 4610 SPECIAL TOPICS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY\r\nA course in which topics or issues in biotechnology are explored outside the core area.\r\nThree lecture hours per week\r\n\r\nBIOT 4820 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROJECT IN BIOTECHNOLOGY\r\nThis practical course offers students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to working on and researching a problem in biotechnology. Students will work under the supervision of an industry mentor or\/and a faculty member with a connection to local industry. Students are required to write a report describing the work and give an oral presentation on the work where academic and industry experts will be present.\u00a0 Support of an industry mentor and\/or a faculty member must be obtained prior to registering for this course.\u00a0 Students are advised to contact the Chair at least two months in advance.\r\nPREREQUISITE:\u00a0 BIOT 2020 and permission of the instructor.\r\nNote:\u00a0 Minimum six hours per week\r\n\r\nBIOT 4830 ADVANCED BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY\r\nA capstone laboratory course designed to enhance relevant skills of students who are interested in continuing their career in industry, e.g. a pharmaceutical company or a biotech start-up, or are taking the Biotechnology Minor. Students will select and carry out a number of short projects which are developed by faculty members in the various areas of Biotechnology. Students will be evaluated on their development of experimental procedures based on the biotechnology literature, scientific record-keeping, and preparation of reports.\r\nPREREQUISITE:\u00a0 BIOT 2020 - must be taken prior to this course\r\nSix hours laboratory and one hour seminar per week\r\n

    CHEMISTRY COURSES<\/strong><\/h1>\r\n1000 INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF CHEMISTRY\r\nThis course is designed for students needing an introduction to chemical principles, in preparation for first year chemistry and for non-science students seeking an introduction to chemistry and its role in our world. Basic chemical principles are introduced in relation to everyday applications, including industry and the environment. Topics include: matter and energy; elements and atoms; nomenclature and chemical reactions; electron arrangements in atoms; chemical quantities and calculations; acids and bases; and gases. Classes will be augmented by laboratory demonstrations. This course is required for those students planning to take Chemistry 1110 and who do not have Grade 12 Academic Chemistry.\r\nNOTE: Credit for this course cannot be given to students who have previously completed Chemistry 1110\r\n

    1110 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I\r\nThis course emphasizes the fundamentals of chemistry. Topics include: atoms, molecules and ions; stoichiometry; mass relations; gases and their behaviour; electronic structure and the periodic table; covalent bonding and molecular geometry; and thermochemistry. The laboratory associated with this course stresses stoichiometry, qualitative analysis, atomic spectroscopy and thermochemistry.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Grade XII Chemistry, Chemistry 1000, or the permission of the Chair in special cases\r\nThree lecture hours a week; one three-hour laboratory period or tutorial a week<\/p>\r\n

    1120 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II\r\nThis course continues the subject matter of Chemistry 1110. Topics include: chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, intermolecular forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, entropy and Gibbs energy, redox equations and electrochemistry. The laboratory associated with this course stresses volumetric analysis, titration curves and chemical kinetics.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1110\r\nThree lecture hours a week; one three-hour laboratory period or tutorial a week<\/p>\r\n

    2020 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY\r\nThis course deals with the major topics of concern in environmental chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the chemistry involved, as well as assessment of the relative hazards and corrective methods available to provide abatement. Topics covered include: atmospheric free radical chemistry, the green- house effect, stratospheric ozone, tropospheric chemistry and photochemical smog, the chemistry of natural water systems, acid rain, indoor air quality, sewage and waste management, chlorinated organic compounds, and heavy metals in the environment.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1110\r\nThree lecture hours a week & three laboratories during the term (scheduled during the first class)<\/p>\r\n

    2210 ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY\r\nThe treatment of analytical data and the estimation of experimental error are considered in detail. Chemical equilibrium, rate and equilibrium constants, abundance and titration curves, complexometric and redox reactions are discussed. The Beer-Lambert law and colorimetry are also examined. The laboratory work includes a selection of gravimetric, volumetric and colorimetric techniques relevant to the theory discussed.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120\r\nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    2310 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I\r\nThis is an introductory course that deals with the topics of kinetic theory, introductory thermodynamics and thermo- chemistry, phase diagrams, conductivity, electrochemistry and introductory reaction kinetics. The latter includes first- and second-order reactions, as well as methods for dealing with the kinetics of complex reaction mechanisms.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120, Mathematics 1910-1920, or Mathematics 1120 with permission of the Chair\r\nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\r\n

    2410 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I\r\nThis course introduces students to the structure and reactivity of hydrocarbons and functional groups, stereochemistry, aromaticity, nucleophilicity and electrophilicity, basic types of organic reactions and the application of spectroscopy to structure elucidation.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120\r\nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week\r\nNOTE: Credit cannot be obtained for both Chemistry 2410 and Chemistry 2430.<\/p>\r\n

    2420 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II\r\nThis course provides a detailed examination of reactivity and mechanisms of organic reactions, including nucleophilic substitution, elimination, addition, electrophilic aromatic substitution, reactions of carbonyl compounds, and rearrangements. Some multistep synthesis and polymers (including biopolymers) are also discussed.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\r\nThree lecture hours and three laboratory hours a week\r\nNOTE: Credit cannot be obtained for both Chemistry 2420 and Chemistry 2430.<\/p>\r\n

    2430 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES\r\nThis course is an introduction to organic chemistry for students in the life sciences (and others who do not intend to pursue a major in chemistry). Topics covered include the structure and reactivity of hydrocarbons and functional groups, stereochemistry, aromaticity, nucleophilicity and electrophilicity. Basic types of reactions discussed include nucleophilic substitution, elimination, addition, oxidation\/reduction and reactions of carbonyl compounds.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120\r\nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week\r\nNOTE: Credit cannot be obtained for both Chemistry 2430 and Chemistry 2410 or 2420.<\/p>\r\n

    2720 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY I\r\nThis course introduces transition metals and their coordination compounds. Topics include: naming and electron counting, coordination isomers, stereochemistry, approaches to ligand design, hard-soft acid base (HSAB) theory, crystal field theory, ligand field theory, and molecular symmetry. The course also examines substitution reactions, green chemistry, IR spectroscopy, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120.\r\nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    2820 INTRODUCTION TO SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH\r\nThis course introduces students to some of the basic skills required in planning and reporting scientific research. It includes electronic searching of the literature, planning and design of experiments, analysis of experimental data, assessment of experimental error, scientific proof, ethics in research, scientific publications, social media, and scientific presentations.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120\r\nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    3220 ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTATION\r\nThis course introduces a variety of instrumentation techniques, and examines the theory, advantages and limitations associated with each. Topics include UV-visible absorption spectroscopy, atomic absorption and emission spectroscopy, operational components of spectrophotometers; electro- analytical methods, potentiometric methods, ion-specific electrodes, voltammetry, liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, spreadsheet methods and statistical software.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2210 and Chemistry 3610 or permission of the Chair\r\nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    3310 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II\r\nThis course is an introduction to quantum mechanics and spectroscopy for chemists. Topics covered include blackbody radiation, the photoelectric effect, diffraction, particle in a box, rigid rotor, harmonic oscillator and hydrogen atom in detail. The course will also explore the interaction of light with matter and applications to rotational, vibrational and electronic spectroscopy.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2310 with a minimum of 60% and Mathematics 2910, or permission of the Chair\r\nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\r\n

    3420 ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY\r\nThis course addresses the application of structure elucidation and synthetic methods to organic chemistry. Topics covered include: enolates, enamines, functional group interconversion, polycyclic and heterocyclic aromatic compounds, cycloadditions, rearrangements, multistep syntheses, and natural product synthesis.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60% and Chemistry 3610\r\nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    3530 BIOCHEMISTRY\r\nThis course is an introduction to biochemistry. Topics covered include the structure and function of biomolecules and their building blocks; protein structure; enzyme mechanism and kinetics; cell membrane structure and transmembrane signalling; thermodynamics of metabolism and an overview of the major metabolic pathways; DNA replication, transcription and translation of RNA for protein synthesis. The tutorial portion of the course focuses on the physical and chemical properties of proteins and enzymes. Students learn modern biochemistry techniques including ion-exchange and affinity chromatography, spectroscopy and enzyme assays.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2420 or Chemistry 2430\r\nThree lecture hours and two hours tutorial a week\r\nNOTE: Students will not get credit for both Biology-2250 and Chemistry-3530<\/p>\r\n

    3610 SPECTROSCOPIC METHODS IN STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS\r\nThis course examines ultraviolet, visible, infrared and n.m.r. spectroscopy and mass spectrometry in terms of the physical processes responsible for the energy absorption and ion generation. Problems associated with the recording and interpretation of spectra are addressed and the application of spectral analysis to structural identification is stressed.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60%\r\nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\r\n

    3740 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY II\r\nThis course examines the descriptive inorganic and organometallic chemistry of the main group elements and their compounds. Topics include: green chemistry, molecular symmetry vibrational spectroscopy, multinuclear NMR spectroscopy, main group elements and their reactivity (Lewis acids, frustrated Lewis pairs, boron-based polymers, clusters, carbenes and silylenes, main group multiple bonds, N-oxides, phosphorous redox reactivity, haloacids), cross coupling catalysis, metal hydrides, and catalytic hydrogenation.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2720 with a minimum of 60% and Chemistry 3610 must be completed or taken concurrently.\r\nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\r\n

    4050 ADVANCED STUDIES IN NMR SPECTROSCOPY\r\nThis course covers the use of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometry used in the determination of structures in Organic and Inorganic Chemistry. Major topics include the theory and use of NMR spectroscopy, in particular the use of 2D experiments and multi-nuclear NMR spectroscopy. Particular emphasis is placed on developing the students' ability to interpret spectra and elucidate the structure of a molecule based on this evidence beyond the undergraduate level, as well as the role NMR has played as a structural tool in the pharmaceutical industry and academia.\r\nCross-level listed with MMS 8050.\r\nPREREQUISITE:\u00a0 Chemistry 3610 with a minimum of 60%\r\n3 hours credit<\/span><\/p>\r\n

    4090 BIOMATERIALS\r\nThis course covers the fundamentals of the synthesis, properties, and biocompatibility of metallic, ceramic, polymeric, and biological materials that come in contact with tissue and biological fluids. Emphasis is placed on using biomaterials for both hard and soft tissue replacement, organ replacement, coatings and adhesives, dental implants, and drug delivery systems. New trends in biomaterials and the recent merging of cell biology and biochemistry with materials is examined.\r\nCross-level listed with MMS 8090.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3420\r\n3 hours credit<\/span><\/p>\r\n

    4140<\/span>\u00a0MARINE NATURAL PRODUCTS CHEMISTRY\r\n<\/span>The overall goal of the course is to provide a description of the structures and biosynthetic origins of natural products of marine origin. The main classes of natural products will be reviewed with an emphasis on their biological origin as a tool to understanding structures. The biomedical relevance of marine natural products will be discussed along with special topics lectures on such themes as \"From lead compound to FDA approval\" and \"Development of a natural product drug lead\". Additional lectures on biological screening and metabolomics as modern tools in drug discovery, and chromatographic purification of natural products will round out the discussions.\r\nCross-level listed with MMS 8140.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410 or Chemistry 2430\r\n3 hours credit<\/p>\r\n

    4320 METHODS IN COMPUTATIONAL CHEMISTRY\r\nIn this class we will review the theoretical foundations of quantum mechanics as well as undergo practical investigations of real-world chemical problems using modern quantum chemical software. Topics include methods in first principles simulations such as Hartree-Fock, perturbation theory, configuration interaction, coupled cluster and density functional theories in addition to more approximate methods such as semi-empirical approaches and molecular mechanics force fields.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3310 with a minimum of 60%\r\nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    4410 PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY\r\nThis course examines the qualitative and quantitative relationships between the rates and mechanisms of organic reactions, and the electronic and physical structures of reactants. Among the topics considered are: theory and applications of inductive and resonance effects, linear free energy relationships, kinetic isotope effects, solvent effects, steric effects in substitution and elimination reactions, acids and bases and pericyclic reactions, applications of semi-empirical and ab initio molecular orbital calculations.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3420 with a minimum of 60%\r\nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    4610-4620 DIRECTED STUDIES IN CHEMISTRY\r\nThese courses may be offered at the discretion of the Department to advanced students. Conditions under which they are offered and entry will be subject to the approval of the Chair of the Department and the Dean of Science.\r\n(See Academic Regulation 9<\/a> for Regulations Governing Directed Studies.)<\/p>\r\n

    4640 POLYMER CHEMISTRY\r\nThis course examines the synthesis, properties, and applications of organic polymers. Topics include: ionic, radical and condensation polymerizations, as well as the newer catalytic methods.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60%\r\nThree lecture hours and a one-hour laboratory a week<\/p>\r\n

    4670 INORGANIC REACTION MECHANISMS AND CATALYSIS\r\nInorganic reaction mechanisms are discussed, with an emphasis on catalytic cycles and the application of organometallic compounds to synthesis. Topics include: basic inorganic reaction mechanisms, catalytic cycles and catalysis, application of organometallic chemistry to modern industrial synthesis and polymerization reactions, and chirality and enantioselectivity in catalysis. Fundamental concepts will be supplemented with material from the current literature to explore the broad range of interdisciplinary applications of inorganic and organometallic catalysts.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3740 with a minimum of 60%\r\nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    4680 ADVANCED INORGANIC CHEMISTRY\r\nThis course deals with advanced topics in Inorganic Chemistry. Topics include: bioinorganic chemistry, green chemistry, solid state inorganic chemistry and advanced coverage of molecular orbital theory and bonding in transition metal and main group complexes. This course will also introduce advance spectroscopic techniques, including X-ray diffraction, Mossbauer spectroscopy and multi-nuclear NMR spectroscopy. The current literature is explored to illustrate the broad range and interdisciplinary nature of inorganic chemistry.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3740 with a minimum of 60%\r\nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    4690 MATERIALS CHEMISTRY\r\nThis course discusses current topics in materials chemistry. Topics include the synthesis and characterization of intercalation compounds, conductive polymers and their applications, semiconductors and their applications, defects in inorganic solids, and transport measurements.\r\nCross-level listed with MMS 8690.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60%, 3310, 3740 with a minimum of 60% in these courses\r\nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\r\n

    4810 SPECIAL TOPICS\r\nA course in which topics or issues are explored outside the core area.<\/p>\r\n

    4820 ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECT\r\nA laboratory research course designed to review, unify, and augment the content of previous chemistry courses and to provide an introduction to chemical research. Students will abstract and adapt procedures from the chemical literature and apply them in a one-semester research project carried out under the supervision of a Faculty Member. Components in the evaluation include a written thesis and its oral presentation.\r\nPREREQUISITES: All Chemistry courses of a 3000 level or lower which are required for the Chemistry Major program must be completed or taken concurrently. Entry to this course is contingent upon the student finding a departmental faculty member willing to supervise the research and permission of the department.\r\nTwelve hours laboratory a week (minimum)\r\nSix semester hours of credit<\/p>\r\n

    4830 ADVANCED CHEMISTRY LABORATORY\r\nA capstone laboratory course designed to integrate and augment the content of previous chemistry courses in organic, in- organic, physical and analytical chemistry. Students will select and carry out a number of short projects which are developed by faculty members in the various areas of Chemistry. Students will be evaluated on their development of experimental procedures based on the chemical literature, scientific record-keeping, and preparation of reports.\r\nPREREQUISITES: All Chemistry courses of a 3000 level or lower which are required for the Chemistry Major program must be completed or taken concurrently.\r\nSix hours laboratory and one hour seminar a week<\/p>\r\n

    4900 HONOURS RESEARCH AND THESIS\r\nThis course is a laboratory course focused on a project of original research. The course carries twelve semester hours of credit and is required of every Honours student in their final year of undergraduate study. The project is designed during the second semester of the prior year and intensive experimental work is conducted during the final year, for a minimum average of twelve hours per week, under the direction of an advisor and an advisory committee. The research results are reported in thesis format and are presented orally to the Department faculty and students.\r\nPREREQUISITE: Acceptance to the Honours Program\r\nTwelve semester hours of credit<\/p>","rendered":"

    http:\/\/upei.ca\/chemistry<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

    Chemistry Faculty<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Russ Kerr, Professor Emeritus
    \nMichael T.H. Liu, Professor Emeritus
    \nBarry Linkletter, Associate Professor, Chair
    \n<\/span>Amani Abdelghani, Associate Professor
    \nRabin Bissessur, Professor
    \n<\/span>Marissa Clapson, Assistant Professor
    \nTrevor Clark, Assistant Professor
    \nNola Etkin, Professor<\/span>
    \nBrian D. Wagner, Professor
    \nMarya Ahmed, Adjunct Professor<\/span><\/span>
    \n<\/span>Jason Pearson, Professor
    \n<\/span>J. Regis Duffy, Adjunct Professor
    \n<\/span>Christopher Kirby, Adjunct Professor
    \n<\/span>Douglas Marchbank, Adjunct Professor
    \n<\/span>Jason Robinson Adjunct Professor
    \n<\/span>Marianne Rodgers, Adjunct Professor
    \n<\/span>Rheal Towner, Adjunct Professor<\/p>\n

    Accreditation received by the Canadian Society for Chemistry National Board for the Chemistry Major and Honours Program.<\/p>\n

    GENERAL REQUIREMENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

    For all courses with both laboratory and lecture components, credit will be granted only if satisfactory standing in both of these components has been obtained.<\/p>\n

    REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Chemistry must take at least 48 semester hours of chemistry in total and must at the same time complete certain courses as specified by the major requirements.<\/p>\n

    The required Chemistry courses are: Chemistry 1110-1120, Chemistry 2210, Chemistry 2410-2420, Chemistry 2310, Chemistry 2720, Chemistry 3220, Chemistry 3310, Chemistry 3420, Chemistry 3530, Chemistry 3610, Chemistry 3740, Chemistry 4820 OR 4830 and two Chemistry electives, at least one of which is at the 4th year level.<\/p>\n

    Additional course requirements for the Chemistry major include the following courses from other disciplines: Biology 1310-1320, Mathematics 1910, Mathematics 1920 and Mathematics 2910; Physics 1110-1120 (highly recommended) or Physics 1210-1220. As well, students majoring in Chemistry are advised to take Physics 2120 (Electricity, Magnetism, and Circuits).<\/p>\n

    (NOTE: As per Academic Regulation #1 h), all undergraduate degree programs require successful completion of IKE-1040, one of UPEI-1010, 1020 or 1030, and a Writing Intensive Course.)\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

    All programs of study of students declared as Chemistry majors must be approved by the Chair of the Department. An outline of the Chemistry major requirements in the suggested sequence for their completion is given below, but deviations from it are permitted provided that the pertinent prerequisites are fulfilled.<\/p>\n

    First Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 1110-1120 General Chemistry I and II
    \nBiology 1310-1320 General Biology I and II
    \nPhysics 1110-1120 (highly recommended) or 1210-1220 General Physics
    \nMathematics 1910-1920 Single Variable Calculus I and II
    \nElectives (6 semester hours)<\/p>\n

    Second Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 2210 Analytical Chemistry
    \nChemistry 2410-2420 Organic Chemistry I & II
    \nChemistry 2310 Physical Chemistry I
    \nChemistry 2720 Inorganic Chemistry I
    \nMathematics 2910 Multivariable and Vector Calculus
    \nElectives (9 semester hours)<\/p>\n

    Third Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 3220 Analytical Instrumentation
    \nChemistry 3310 Physical Chemistry II
    \nChemistry 3420 Advanced Organic Chemistry
    \nChemistry 3610 Organic Spectroscopy
    \nChemistry 3740 Inorganic Chemistry II
    \nElectives (15 semester hours)<\/p>\n

    Fourth Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 3530 Biochemistry
    \nChemistry 4820 Advanced Research Project OR 4830 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory
    \nChemistry Electives
    \nElectives 15 or 18<\/p>\n

    *The total number of electives depends on whether Chemistry 4820 (6 credits) or Chemistry 4830 (3 credits) is taken to fulfill the fourth year laboratory requirement. The Chemistry electives may be chosen from the Chemistry courses numbered: 2020, 2820, or any 4th year Chemistry course. At least one of the electives must be a 4th year course.<\/p>\n

    REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Students may obtain a degree with a minor in Chemistry by successfully completing the following courses:<\/p>\n

    Chemistry 1110 and 1120
    \nChemistry 2210
    \nChemistry 2310
    \nChemistry 2720
    \nAND<\/strong>
    \nChemistry 2020 and 2430
    \nOR<\/strong>
    \nChemistry 2410 and 2420<\/p>\n

    With permission of the chair, one of the above courses may be replaced with one of Chemistry 3220, 3310, 3420, 3610 or 3740.<\/p>\n

    REQUIREMENTS FOR HONOURS IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The Honours Program in Chemistry is designed to provide research experience at the undergraduate level within the BSc program. It is available to students with a strong academic background who intend to continue studies at the post-graduate level in Chemistry or some related field, or to students who intend to pursue a career where research experience would be an asset.<\/p>\n

    The Honours Program differs from the major in requiring a two-semester research course with thesis report, in the requirement of 126 semester hours for the degree and in the requirement of an additional five advanced Chemistry courses.\u00a0 (NOTE: As per Academic Regulation #1 h), all undergraduate degree programs require successful completion of IKE-1040, one of UPEI-1010, 1020 or 1030, and a Writing Intensive Course.)\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

    The following are the course requirements for the Honours Program in Chemistry:<\/p>\n

    First Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 1110-1120 General Chemistry I and II
    \nBiology 1310-1320 General Biology I and II
    \nPhysics 1110-1120 (highly recommended) or 1210-1220 General Physics
    \nMathematics 1910-1920 Introductory Calculus I and II
    \nElectives (6 semester hours)
    \nTotal 32 semester hours<\/p>\n

    Second Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 2210 Analytical Chemistry
    \nChemistry 2410-2420 Organic Chemistry I & II
    \nChemistry 2310 Physical Chemistry I
    \nChemistry 2720 Inorganic Chemistry I
    \nMathematics 2910 Multivariable and Vector Calculus
    \nElectives (9 semester hours)
    \nTotal 28 semester hours<\/p>\n

    Third Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 3220 Analytical Instrumentation
    \nChemistry 3310 Physical Chemistry II
    \nChemistry 3420 Advanced Organic Chemistry
    \nChemistry 3530 Biochemistry
    \nChemistry 3610 Organic Spectroscopy
    \nChemistry 3740 Inorganic Chemistry II
    \nChemistry elective (3 semester hours)
    \nMathematics elective (3 semester hours)
    \nElectives (6 semester hours)
    \nTotal 30 semester hours<\/p>\n

    Fourth Year
    \n<\/strong>Chemistry 4320 Methods in Computational Chemistry
    \nChemistry 4410 Physical Organic Chemistry
    \nChemistry 4670 Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms and\u00a0Catalysis OR\u00a0Chemistry 4680 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
    \nChemistry 4900 Honours Thesis
    \nChemistry electives (6 semester hours)
    \nElectives (9 semester hours)
    \nTotal 36 semester hours<\/p>\n

    The Chemistry electives may be chosen from among Chemistry courses numbered: 2020, 2820, or any 4th year Chemistry course. The Mathematics elective may be chosen from Mathematics 2610, 3010, Statistics 1210 or Statistics 2910 in consultation with the Chair. As well, students in the Honours Program in Chemistry are strongly advised to take Physics 2120 (Electricity, Magnets, Circuits) and\/or Physics 3120 (Electromagnetism I).<\/p>\n

    Honours students should note that Chemistry 4900 is a two- semester course and carries twelve semester hours of credit. No credit for the first semester will be granted without successful completion of the second semester of the course.<\/p>\n

    For admission to the Honours Program, students must have a minimum average of 70% in all previous courses; normally the Department expects high second-class standing or first-class standing in previous Chemistry courses. Permission of the Department is also required and is contingent on the student finding an Honours Advisor, on being assigned an advisory committee, on acceptance of the research project by the Chemistry Department, and on general acceptability. Students interested in doing Honours should consult with the Department Chair as early as possible and not later than March 31 of the student\u2019s third year.<\/p>\n

    To graduate with a BSc Honours in Chemistry, students must complete 126 semester hours of credit which meet the required courses outlined above. As well, students must attain a 75% average in all Chemistry courses combined and must achieve a minimum overall average of 70% in all courses submitted for the degree. Students failing to meet the Honours requirements may apply for a transfer to the BSc Chemistry Major Program or to other degree programs.<\/p>\n

    CO-OP EDUCATION IN CHEMISTRY<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

    The UPEI Co-operative Program is an integrated approach to university education which enables students to alternate academic terms on campus with work terms in suitable employment. The success of such programs is founded on the principle that students are able to apply theoretical knowledge from course studies in the workplace and return to the classroom with practical workplace experience. Students who successfully complete all the requirements of the program will have the notation entered on their transcripts and on the graduation parchment.<\/p>\n

    Students accepted into the program, complete at least three paid work terms of normally 14 weeks duration, and three professional development courses. Credits earned through completion of work terms are counted as general electives.<\/p>\n

    The Co-operative option is available to full-time students in the Chemistry Major or Honours program.\u00a0 Applications to the Co-operative Education Program are normally made after completion of the first year of study.<\/p>\n

    See the Co-operative Education Program section<\/a> of the UPEI Academic Calendar for more information.<\/p>\n

    Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology<\/h1>\n

    This program combines practical and applied courses provided by the Bioscience Technology diploma program at Holland College with strong theoretical science courses at the University of Prince Edward Island. It is designed for students interested in obtaining a rigorous and broad training in biotechnology, such as gaining experience in research, laboratory procedures and safety, scientific ethics, and regulatory affairs, while increasing access to post-graduate opportunities (e.g. Master\u2019s degree programs). Students are provided with foundational science courses as well as senior specialized courses in the life sciences at the university level to complement the strong hands-on technical training acquired during the college diploma program. On-the-job training is provided for all students.<\/p>\n

    There are two paths into this program, so students can either start at Holland College or UPEI, and end up with the same articulated degree. The technical lab-based content is covered at Holland College in the Bioscience Technology diploma program, either during the first two years of the degree (for students who start at Holland College; Path 1) or in year 3 (for students who start at UPEI; Path 2).<\/p>\n

    (NOTE: As per Academic Regulation #1 h), all undergraduate degree programs require successful completion of IKE-1040, one of UPEI-1010, 1020 or 1030, and a Writing Intensive Course.)<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Path 1, starting at Holland College (\u20182+2\u2019):<\/strong><\/p>\n

    If students have received a Bioscience Technology diploma and achieved a minimum 70% average at Holland College, they are eligible to apply to UPEI for formal entry into the BBT degree program. Once accepted to UPEI, students will undertake a rigorous program of 20 courses, 13 of which will be required, 3 will be upper level science electives, and 4 will be general electives. Once accepted, students are subject to all of the Academic Regulations of the University.<\/p>\n

    Path 2, starting at UPEI (\u20182+1+1\u2019):<\/strong>
    \nStudents apply to start at UPEI in the Faculty of Science directly out of high school, following standard application procedures at UPEI. Once accepted, students undertake one year of science courses similar to a first year biology or chemistry student (9 required courses, 1 elective) and a second year of science at UPEI (8 required courses, 2 electives). During this second year students apply to Holland College for the Bioscience Technology diploma program by the deadline of May 1st. Once accepted, they complete their second year by attending an intersession program at Holland College in May and June. Then students attend one full year at Holland College in the Bioscience Technology diploma program (including an additional on-the-job training intercession course in May). Students then finish back at UPEI in their final year (4 required courses, 3 upper level science electives, 3 general electives).
    \nFor students who already have received a Bioscience Technology diploma, the recommended sequence of courses for the 2 years of Path 1 at UPEI is:<\/p>\n

    Year 1 at UPEI:<\/strong>
    \nChemistry 2210 \u2013 Analytical Chemistry
    \nChemistry 2430 \u2013 Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences
    \nChemistry 3530 \u2013 Biochemistry
    \nMathematics 1120 \u2013 Calculus for the Managerial, Social, and Life Sciences
    \nPhysics 1210 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences I
    \nPhysics 1220 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences II
    \nBiology 2210 \u2013 Cell Biology
    \nOne General Elective
    \nOne of UPEI 1010 or 1020 or 1030;
    \nIKE 1040<\/p>\n

    Year 2 at UPEI:<\/strong>
    \nChemistry 3220 \u2013 Analytical instrumentation
    \nBiology 3220 \u2013 Introduction to Bioinformatics OR Biology 3620 \u2013 Computational Biology
    \nBiology 3260 \u2013 Introduction to Physiology of Cells and Organisms
    \nBiology 4710 \u2013 Molecular Biotechnology
    \nStatistics 1210 \u2013 Introductory Statistics
    \nOne Science Elective at the 3000 level
    \nOne Science Elective at the 4000 level
    \nOne Science Elective at the 3000 or 4000 level
    \nTwo General Electives<\/p>\n

    For students who have not received a Bioscience Technology diploma, the recommended sequence of courses for the 4 years of Path 2 is:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Year 1 at UPEI:<\/strong>
    \nChemistry 1110 \u2013 General Chemistry I
    \nChemistry 1120 \u2013 General Chemistry II
    \nMathematics 1120 \u2013 Calculus for the Managerial, Social, and Life Sciences
    \nPhysics 1210 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences I
    \nPhysics 1220 \u2013 Physics for the Life Sciences II
    \nBiology 1310 \u2013 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology
    \nBiology 1320 \u2013 Introduction to Organisms
    \nOne of UPEI 1010 or 1020 or 1030;
    \nIKE 1040
    \nOne General Elective<\/p>\n

    Year 2 at UPEI:<\/strong>
    \nChemistry 2210 \u2013 Analytical Chemistry
    \nChemistry 2310 \u2013 Physical Chemistry I
    \nChemistry 2430 \u2013 Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences
    \nChemistry 3530 \u2013 Biochemistry
    \nBiology 2210 \u2013 Cell Biology
    \nBiology 2060 \u2013 Microbiology
    \nBiology 2230 \u2013 Genetics
    \nStatistics 1210 \u2013 Introductory Statistics
    \nTwo General Electives<\/p>\n

    Transfer to Holland College:<\/strong>
    \nStudents who have completed the required courses listed above are eligible to transfer to Holland College. Priority is given to students entering the third year of the BSc Biotechnology program. Students begin in May with an intersession program at Holland College and complete this intersession program in June. Students then return to Holland College in September and participate in the second year of the Bioscience Technology program. This program includes a period of on-the-job training that occurs in the intersession period of the following year in May and June. After successful completion of the Holland College Bioscience program students will receive a block credit transfer of 30 credit hours and then return to UPEI for the final year of the program.<\/p>\n

    Year 4 at UPEI:<\/strong>
    \nChemistry 3220 \u2013 Analytical instrumentation
    \nBiology 3220 \u2013 Introduction to Bioinformatics OR Biology 3620 \u2013 Computational Biology
    \nBiology 3260 \u2013 Introduction to Physiology of Cells and Organisms
    \nBiology 4710 \u2013 Molecular Biotechnology
    \nOne Science Elective at the 3000 level
    \nOne Science Elective at the 4000 level
    \nOne Science Elective at the 3000 or 4000 level
    \nThree General Electives<\/p>\n

    NOTES REGARDING 1<\/strong>0<\/strong>00-LEVEL CHEMISTRY COURSES<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Chemistry 1110-1120 are introductory courses required for, but not restricted to, Chemistry Majors and Honours. A combined average of at least 60% is a prerequisite for all Chemistry courses above the 1000 level. However, this course prerequisite may also be met by the successful completion of a qualifying examination to be offered each year on the first Tuesday after Labour Day. This examination, which shall cover material from both is open to those who have passing grades for both Chemistry 1110 and 1120, but who do not have a combined average of at least 60%. To be admitted to Chemistry courses above the 1000 level, students must achieve a score of 65% on the qualifying examination. The score on the qualifying exam will not replace those attained in Chemistry 1110 and 1120, nor shall it be factored into any calculation of grades for graduation, scholarships or other purposes. This course prerequisite may also be waived with the permission of the Chair for individual courses. This 60% combined average regulation does not apply to students who have received credit for Chemistry 1110-1120 prior to the 2007-2008 academic year.<\/p>\n

    MINOR IN BIOTECHNOLOGY<\/h1>\n

    A student will obtain a minor in Biotechnology by successfully completing 21 semester hours of courses drawn from required BIOT courses and approved electives.\u00a0 *NOTE:\u00a0 This Minor is not an option for students in the Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology program.<\/p>\n

      \n
    1. Required Courses<\/strong>:
      \nBIOT 1020 Field Studies in Biotechnology on PEI
      \nBIOT 2020 Case Studies in Biotechnology<\/li>\n
    2. One of:
      \n<\/strong>BIOT 4820 Experiential Learning Project in Biotechnology, or
      \nBIOT 4830 Advanced Biotechnology Laboratory OR an approved Biotechnology-related Research course or honours project, or a UPEI Co-op Program work placement also Biotechnology-related and approved by the biotechnology program).<\/li>\n
    3. Twelve (12) <\/strong>semester hours (4 courses) chosen from the list below, with no more than six semester hours of these within one discipline.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Approved electives that may be used towards the Biotechnology Minor: <\/strong><\/p>\n

      Biology 2230 Genetics I
      \nBiology 2210 Cell and Molecular Biology
      \nBiology 2060 Microbiology
      \nBiology 2250 Human Biochemistry
      \nBiology 3230 Genetics II
      \nBiology 3520 Molecular Biology Research Techniques
      \nBiology 4040 Endocrinology
      \nBiology 4710 Molecular Biotechnology
      \nBiotechnology 4610: Special Topics in Biotechnology
      \nChemistry 2210 Analytical Chemistry
      \nChemistry 2420 Organic Chemistry II
      \nChemistry 2430 Organic Chemistry for the Life Sciences
      \nChemistry 2310 Physical Chemistry I
      \nChemistry 3530 Biochemistry
      \nChemistry 4810-1 Special Topics \u2014 Medicines from the Sea
      \nChemistry 3220 Analytical Instrumentation
      \nChemistry 4090 Biomaterials
      \nComputer Science 3220\/Biology 3220 Introduction to Bioinformatics
      \nFoods and Nutrition 3020 Advanced Foods
      \nFoods and Nutrition 4120 Human Metabolism
      \nPhysics 2210 Modern Physics
      \nPhysics 2010 Waves and Oscillations
      \nPhysics 3420 Introduction to Medical Physics
      \nPhysics 3520 Biomedical Imaging
      \nPhysics 3610 Solid State Physics
      \nPhysics 3910 Radiation Detection and Measurement
      \nPhysics 4140 Optics and Photonics
      \nScience 3010 Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Science<\/p>\n

      Approved Holland College Offerings (Letter of Permission required)<\/strong>
      \nBIOS-1200 Laboratory Techniques
      \nBIOL-1315 Theoretical and Applied Immunology<\/p>\n

      Many of the above-listed courses have prerequisites. For example, many of these courses that are 2000-level and above, require 1000-level introductory courses in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, and may have additional 2000-level or 3000-level prerequisites. Students are advised to plan ahead accordingly.<\/p>\n

      BIOTECHNOLOGY COURSES<\/h1>\n

      BIOT 1020 FIELD STUDIES IN BIOTECHNOLOGY ON PEI
      \nThis course employs Prince Edward Island\u2019s unique concentration of companies engaged in the research, development, and commercialization of biotechnologies as an \u201coperating laboratory\u201d for developing an awareness and understanding of the techniques and processes, challenges, and solutions involved in Biotechnology of the 21st century. Through a series of field trips, students will examine first-hand how bioscience industries on the Island employ common biotechnology processes and how they apply them to solve different problems. There will be required writing exercises associated with each field trip. Students taking this course will attain a foundational layer of transferrable skills via competency-building written exercises, comprehensive experiential learning of biotechnologies across different working environments, and engagement with a pool of industry leaders.
      \nThree lecture hours plus three field trip hours per week<\/p>\n

      BIOT 2020 CASE STUDIES IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
      \nThis course develops critical thinking around research problems in Biotechnology through a series of case studies. Students will examine and solve research problems in biotechnology. Material for the case studies will be drawn from biotechnology industries generically and from local industries, increasing in complexity as the semester progresses. Students will build competencies in Biotechnology methods and techniques, develop the ability to see alternative approaches, and develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.
      \nThree lecture hours per week<\/p>\n

      BIOT 4610 SPECIAL TOPICS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
      \nA course in which topics or issues in biotechnology are explored outside the core area.
      \nThree lecture hours per week<\/p>\n

      BIOT 4820 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROJECT IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
      \nThis practical course offers students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to working on and researching a problem in biotechnology. Students will work under the supervision of an industry mentor or\/and a faculty member with a connection to local industry. Students are required to write a report describing the work and give an oral presentation on the work where academic and industry experts will be present.\u00a0 Support of an industry mentor and\/or a faculty member must be obtained prior to registering for this course.\u00a0 Students are advised to contact the Chair at least two months in advance.
      \nPREREQUISITE:\u00a0 BIOT 2020 and permission of the instructor.
      \nNote:\u00a0 Minimum six hours per week<\/p>\n

      BIOT 4830 ADVANCED BIOTECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
      \nA capstone laboratory course designed to enhance relevant skills of students who are interested in continuing their career in industry, e.g. a pharmaceutical company or a biotech start-up, or are taking the Biotechnology Minor. Students will select and carry out a number of short projects which are developed by faculty members in the various areas of Biotechnology. Students will be evaluated on their development of experimental procedures based on the biotechnology literature, scientific record-keeping, and preparation of reports.
      \nPREREQUISITE:\u00a0 BIOT 2020 – must be taken prior to this course
      \nSix hours laboratory and one hour seminar per week<\/p>\n

      CHEMISTRY COURSES<\/strong><\/h1>\n

      1000 INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF CHEMISTRY
      \nThis course is designed for students needing an introduction to chemical principles, in preparation for first year chemistry and for non-science students seeking an introduction to chemistry and its role in our world. Basic chemical principles are introduced in relation to everyday applications, including industry and the environment. Topics include: matter and energy; elements and atoms; nomenclature and chemical reactions; electron arrangements in atoms; chemical quantities and calculations; acids and bases; and gases. Classes will be augmented by laboratory demonstrations. This course is required for those students planning to take Chemistry 1110 and who do not have Grade 12 Academic Chemistry.
      \nNOTE: Credit for this course cannot be given to students who have previously completed Chemistry 1110<\/p>\n

      1110 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
      \nThis course emphasizes the fundamentals of chemistry. Topics include: atoms, molecules and ions; stoichiometry; mass relations; gases and their behaviour; electronic structure and the periodic table; covalent bonding and molecular geometry; and thermochemistry. The laboratory associated with this course stresses stoichiometry, qualitative analysis, atomic spectroscopy and thermochemistry.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Grade XII Chemistry, Chemistry 1000, or the permission of the Chair in special cases
      \nThree lecture hours a week; one three-hour laboratory period or tutorial a week<\/p>\n

      1120 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II
      \nThis course continues the subject matter of Chemistry 1110. Topics include: chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, intermolecular forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, entropy and Gibbs energy, redox equations and electrochemistry. The laboratory associated with this course stresses volumetric analysis, titration curves and chemical kinetics.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1110
      \nThree lecture hours a week; one three-hour laboratory period or tutorial a week<\/p>\n

      2020 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
      \nThis course deals with the major topics of concern in environmental chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the chemistry involved, as well as assessment of the relative hazards and corrective methods available to provide abatement. Topics covered include: atmospheric free radical chemistry, the green- house effect, stratospheric ozone, tropospheric chemistry and photochemical smog, the chemistry of natural water systems, acid rain, indoor air quality, sewage and waste management, chlorinated organic compounds, and heavy metals in the environment.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1110
      \nThree lecture hours a week & three laboratories during the term (scheduled during the first class)<\/p>\n

      2210 ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
      \nThe treatment of analytical data and the estimation of experimental error are considered in detail. Chemical equilibrium, rate and equilibrium constants, abundance and titration curves, complexometric and redox reactions are discussed. The Beer-Lambert law and colorimetry are also examined. The laboratory work includes a selection of gravimetric, volumetric and colorimetric techniques relevant to the theory discussed.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120
      \nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\n

      2310 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I
      \nThis is an introductory course that deals with the topics of kinetic theory, introductory thermodynamics and thermo- chemistry, phase diagrams, conductivity, electrochemistry and introductory reaction kinetics. The latter includes first- and second-order reactions, as well as methods for dealing with the kinetics of complex reaction mechanisms.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120, Mathematics 1910-1920, or Mathematics 1120 with permission of the Chair
      \nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\n

      2410 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
      \nThis course introduces students to the structure and reactivity of hydrocarbons and functional groups, stereochemistry, aromaticity, nucleophilicity and electrophilicity, basic types of organic reactions and the application of spectroscopy to structure elucidation.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120
      \nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week
      \nNOTE: Credit cannot be obtained for both Chemistry 2410 and Chemistry 2430.<\/p>\n

      2420 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
      \nThis course provides a detailed examination of reactivity and mechanisms of organic reactions, including nucleophilic substitution, elimination, addition, electrophilic aromatic substitution, reactions of carbonyl compounds, and rearrangements. Some multistep synthesis and polymers (including biopolymers) are also discussed.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410
      \nThree lecture hours and three laboratory hours a week
      \nNOTE: Credit cannot be obtained for both Chemistry 2420 and Chemistry 2430.<\/p>\n

      2430 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES
      \nThis course is an introduction to organic chemistry for students in the life sciences (and others who do not intend to pursue a major in chemistry). Topics covered include the structure and reactivity of hydrocarbons and functional groups, stereochemistry, aromaticity, nucleophilicity and electrophilicity. Basic types of reactions discussed include nucleophilic substitution, elimination, addition, oxidation\/reduction and reactions of carbonyl compounds.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120
      \nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week
      \nNOTE: Credit cannot be obtained for both Chemistry 2430 and Chemistry 2410 or 2420.<\/p>\n

      2720 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
      \nThis course introduces transition metals and their coordination compounds. Topics include: naming and electron counting, coordination isomers, stereochemistry, approaches to ligand design, hard-soft acid base (HSAB) theory, crystal field theory, ligand field theory, and molecular symmetry. The course also examines substitution reactions, green chemistry, IR spectroscopy, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120.
      \nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\n

      2820 INTRODUCTION TO SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
      \nThis course introduces students to some of the basic skills required in planning and reporting scientific research. It includes electronic searching of the literature, planning and design of experiments, analysis of experimental data, assessment of experimental error, scientific proof, ethics in research, scientific publications, social media, and scientific presentations.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 1120
      \nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\n

      3220 ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTATION
      \nThis course introduces a variety of instrumentation techniques, and examines the theory, advantages and limitations associated with each. Topics include UV-visible absorption spectroscopy, atomic absorption and emission spectroscopy, operational components of spectrophotometers; electro- analytical methods, potentiometric methods, ion-specific electrodes, voltammetry, liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, spreadsheet methods and statistical software.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2210 and Chemistry 3610 or permission of the Chair
      \nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\n

      3310 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II
      \nThis course is an introduction to quantum mechanics and spectroscopy for chemists. Topics covered include blackbody radiation, the photoelectric effect, diffraction, particle in a box, rigid rotor, harmonic oscillator and hydrogen atom in detail. The course will also explore the interaction of light with matter and applications to rotational, vibrational and electronic spectroscopy.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2310 with a minimum of 60% and Mathematics 2910, or permission of the Chair
      \nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\n

      3420 ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
      \nThis course addresses the application of structure elucidation and synthetic methods to organic chemistry. Topics covered include: enolates, enamines, functional group interconversion, polycyclic and heterocyclic aromatic compounds, cycloadditions, rearrangements, multistep syntheses, and natural product synthesis.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60% and Chemistry 3610
      \nThree lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week<\/p>\n

      3530 BIOCHEMISTRY
      \nThis course is an introduction to biochemistry. Topics covered include the structure and function of biomolecules and their building blocks; protein structure; enzyme mechanism and kinetics; cell membrane structure and transmembrane signalling; thermodynamics of metabolism and an overview of the major metabolic pathways; DNA replication, transcription and translation of RNA for protein synthesis. The tutorial portion of the course focuses on the physical and chemical properties of proteins and enzymes. Students learn modern biochemistry techniques including ion-exchange and affinity chromatography, spectroscopy and enzyme assays.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2420 or Chemistry 2430
      \nThree lecture hours and two hours tutorial a week
      \nNOTE: Students will not get credit for both Biology-2250 and Chemistry-3530<\/p>\n

      3610 SPECTROSCOPIC METHODS IN STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
      \nThis course examines ultraviolet, visible, infrared and n.m.r. spectroscopy and mass spectrometry in terms of the physical processes responsible for the energy absorption and ion generation. Problems associated with the recording and interpretation of spectra are addressed and the application of spectral analysis to structural identification is stressed.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60%
      \nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\n

      3740 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
      \nThis course examines the descriptive inorganic and organometallic chemistry of the main group elements and their compounds. Topics include: green chemistry, molecular symmetry vibrational spectroscopy, multinuclear NMR spectroscopy, main group elements and their reactivity (Lewis acids, frustrated Lewis pairs, boron-based polymers, clusters, carbenes and silylenes, main group multiple bonds, N-oxides, phosphorous redox reactivity, haloacids), cross coupling catalysis, metal hydrides, and catalytic hydrogenation.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2720 with a minimum of 60% and Chemistry 3610 must be completed or taken concurrently.
      \nThree lecture hours and three hours laboratory a week<\/p>\n

      4050 ADVANCED STUDIES IN NMR SPECTROSCOPY
      \nThis course covers the use of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometry used in the determination of structures in Organic and Inorganic Chemistry. Major topics include the theory and use of NMR spectroscopy, in particular the use of 2D experiments and multi-nuclear NMR spectroscopy. Particular emphasis is placed on developing the students’ ability to interpret spectra and elucidate the structure of a molecule based on this evidence beyond the undergraduate level, as well as the role NMR has played as a structural tool in the pharmaceutical industry and academia.
      \nCross-level listed with MMS 8050.
      \nPREREQUISITE:\u00a0 Chemistry 3610 with a minimum of 60%
      \n3 hours credit<\/span><\/p>\n

      4090 BIOMATERIALS
      \nThis course covers the fundamentals of the synthesis, properties, and biocompatibility of metallic, ceramic, polymeric, and biological materials that come in contact with tissue and biological fluids. Emphasis is placed on using biomaterials for both hard and soft tissue replacement, organ replacement, coatings and adhesives, dental implants, and drug delivery systems. New trends in biomaterials and the recent merging of cell biology and biochemistry with materials is examined.
      \nCross-level listed with MMS 8090.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3420
      \n3 hours credit<\/span><\/p>\n

      4140<\/span>\u00a0MARINE NATURAL PRODUCTS CHEMISTRY
      \n<\/span>The overall goal of the course is to provide a description of the structures and biosynthetic origins of natural products of marine origin. The main classes of natural products will be reviewed with an emphasis on their biological origin as a tool to understanding structures. The biomedical relevance of marine natural products will be discussed along with special topics lectures on such themes as “From lead compound to FDA approval” and “Development of a natural product drug lead”. Additional lectures on biological screening and metabolomics as modern tools in drug discovery, and chromatographic purification of natural products will round out the discussions.
      \nCross-level listed with MMS 8140.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410 or Chemistry 2430
      \n3 hours credit<\/p>\n

      4320 METHODS IN COMPUTATIONAL CHEMISTRY
      \nIn this class we will review the theoretical foundations of quantum mechanics as well as undergo practical investigations of real-world chemical problems using modern quantum chemical software. Topics include methods in first principles simulations such as Hartree-Fock, perturbation theory, configuration interaction, coupled cluster and density functional theories in addition to more approximate methods such as semi-empirical approaches and molecular mechanics force fields.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3310 with a minimum of 60%
      \nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\n

      4410 PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
      \nThis course examines the qualitative and quantitative relationships between the rates and mechanisms of organic reactions, and the electronic and physical structures of reactants. Among the topics considered are: theory and applications of inductive and resonance effects, linear free energy relationships, kinetic isotope effects, solvent effects, steric effects in substitution and elimination reactions, acids and bases and pericyclic reactions, applications of semi-empirical and ab initio molecular orbital calculations.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3420 with a minimum of 60%
      \nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\n

      4610-4620 DIRECTED STUDIES IN CHEMISTRY
      \nThese courses may be offered at the discretion of the Department to advanced students. Conditions under which they are offered and entry will be subject to the approval of the Chair of the Department and the Dean of Science.
      \n(See       Academic Regulation 9<\/a> for Regulations Governing Directed Studies.)<\/p>\n

      4640 POLYMER CHEMISTRY
      \nThis course examines the synthesis, properties, and applications of organic polymers. Topics include: ionic, radical and condensation polymerizations, as well as the newer catalytic methods.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60%
      \nThree lecture hours and a one-hour laboratory a week<\/p>\n

      4670 INORGANIC REACTION MECHANISMS AND CATALYSIS
      \nInorganic reaction mechanisms are discussed, with an emphasis on catalytic cycles and the application of organometallic compounds to synthesis. Topics include: basic inorganic reaction mechanisms, catalytic cycles and catalysis, application of organometallic chemistry to modern industrial synthesis and polymerization reactions, and chirality and enantioselectivity in catalysis. Fundamental concepts will be supplemented with material from the current literature to explore the broad range of interdisciplinary applications of inorganic and organometallic catalysts.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3740 with a minimum of 60%
      \nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\n

      4680 ADVANCED INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
      \nThis course deals with advanced topics in Inorganic Chemistry. Topics include: bioinorganic chemistry, green chemistry, solid state inorganic chemistry and advanced coverage of molecular orbital theory and bonding in transition metal and main group complexes. This course will also introduce advance spectroscopic techniques, including X-ray diffraction, Mossbauer spectroscopy and multi-nuclear NMR spectroscopy. The current literature is explored to illustrate the broad range and interdisciplinary nature of inorganic chemistry.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 3740 with a minimum of 60%
      \nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\n

      4690 MATERIALS CHEMISTRY
      \nThis course discusses current topics in materials chemistry. Topics include the synthesis and characterization of intercalation compounds, conductive polymers and their applications, semiconductors and their applications, defects in inorganic solids, and transport measurements.
      \nCross-level listed with MMS 8690.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Chemistry 2410\/2420 with a combined minimum average of 60%, 3310, 3740 with a minimum of 60% in these courses
      \nThree lecture hours a week<\/p>\n

      4810 SPECIAL TOPICS
      \nA course in which topics or issues are explored outside the core area.<\/p>\n

      4820 ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECT
      \nA laboratory research course designed to review, unify, and augment the content of previous chemistry courses and to provide an introduction to chemical research. Students will abstract and adapt procedures from the chemical literature and apply them in a one-semester research project carried out under the supervision of a Faculty Member. Components in the evaluation include a written thesis and its oral presentation.
      \nPREREQUISITES: All Chemistry courses of a 3000 level or lower which are required for the Chemistry Major program must be completed or taken concurrently. Entry to this course is contingent upon the student finding a departmental faculty member willing to supervise the research and permission of the department.
      \nTwelve hours laboratory a week (minimum)
      \nSix semester hours of credit<\/p>\n

      4830 ADVANCED CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
      \nA capstone laboratory course designed to integrate and augment the content of previous chemistry courses in organic, in- organic, physical and analytical chemistry. Students will select and carry out a number of short projects which are developed by faculty members in the various areas of Chemistry. Students will be evaluated on their development of experimental procedures based on the chemical literature, scientific record-keeping, and preparation of reports.
      \nPREREQUISITES: All Chemistry courses of a 3000 level or lower which are required for the Chemistry Major program must be completed or taken concurrently.
      \nSix hours laboratory and one hour seminar a week<\/p>\n

      4900 HONOURS RESEARCH AND THESIS
      \nThis course is a laboratory course focused on a project of original research. The course carries twelve semester hours of credit and is required of every Honours student in their final year of undergraduate study. The project is designed during the second semester of the prior year and intensive experimental work is conducted during the final year, for a minimum average of twelve hours per week, under the direction of an advisor and an advisory committee. The research results are reported in thesis format and are presented orally to the Department faculty and students.
      \nPREREQUISITE: Acceptance to the Honours Program
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