examines descriptive chemistry; measurements; atoms; molecules; the mole; mole calculations and reaction stoichiometry; the balancing of redox reactions; gases; thermochemistry; introduction to chemical kinetics and equilibrium; acids and bases. This course is intended to be a preparatory course to build the necessary foundations for Chemistry 1050 and 1051. This course meets the pre-requisites for CHEM 1050.

builds on basic chemistry concepts from high school. Topics include gases; thermochemistry; atomic structure; periodic properties; chemical bonding including valence bond theory; hybridization and introduction to molecular orbital theory; properties of liquids and solids.

builds on CHEM 1050 topics and on basic chemistry concepts from high school. Topics include solutions, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, equilibria involving acids and bases including polyprotic acids, buffers, acid-base indicators, titration curves, solubility and complex ion equilibrium, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.

is an introduction to analytical chemistry and includes preparation of samples and standards, calibration methods, statistical treatment of data, spectrophotometric trace analysis, gravimetric analysis and volumetric analysis including acid-base titrations, precipitation titrations, oxidation-reduction titrations, complexometric titrations and titrations in non-aqueous systems. Also introduced are liquid-liquid and other types of extraction, and chromatography with key methods of detection. Theoretical, practical and problem-solving aspects are covered.

focuses on fundamental concepts in the chemistry of s, p, and d block elements and their compounds. Emphasis will be placed on periodic trends in physical and chemical properties, molecular symmetry, molecular orbital diagrams, simple crystal structures, Lewis acid/base theory, and introductory coordination chemistry.

builds upon knowledge of physical chemistry from first year. It covers the three laws of thermodynamics for ideal and real systems as well as chemical kinetics. Topics in thermodynamics include the thermodynamics of ideal and real gases, phases, and solutions, the Maxwell relations, equilibria between phases, and in electrolyte solutions. The integrated rate laws for simple and complex mechanisms, and the temperature dependence of reaction rates in terms of kinetic molecular theory are some of the topics discussed in the kinetics section of the course.

examines the quantum mechanics of simple systems such as the particle in a box, the harmonic oscillator, linear rotor, and hydrogen-like atoms. Topics also include orbital quantum numbers, spin, many electron atoms, an introduction to quantum mechanical methods, the electronic structures of molecules, bonding, and symmetry. Furthermore, electronic, rotational, and vibrational spectroscopy will be discussed as well as modern applications of spectroscopy and lasers.

is a course on bonding involving carbon; conformations and stereochemistry; introduction to functional groups and nomenclature; properties, syntheses and reactions of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols and ethers.

is an introduction to the interpretation of mass, infrared, 1H and 13C NMR spectra; properties, syntheses and reactions of simple aromatic and heteroaromatic compounds, ketones, aldehydes, amines, carboxylic acids and their derivatives; aldol and related reactions.

provides an introduction to the fundamental chemical properties of seawater and the processes governing the concentrations of elements and compounds in the oceans. It is an introduction to the sources, distribution, and transformations of chemical constituents of the ocean, and their relation to biological, chemical, geological, and physical processes. Topics include: controls on average concentration of chemicals in the ocean; vertical and horizontal distributions of ocean constituents; air-sea interactions; production, export, and remineralization of organic matter; the ocean carbon cycle; human-induced changes; stable isotopes; and trace elements.

builds upon the student’s knowledge from CHEM 2100 (Analytical Chemistry I) and applies it to a more advanced level of instrumental quantitative analysis. The course examines error treatment, atomic emission an absorption spectroscopy, gas and liquid chromatography, capillary electrophoresis and supercritical fluid chromatography and extraction techniques, electroanalytical chemistry, molecular and atomic mass spectrometry, x-ray spectroscopy, ion and electron spectroscopy, surface analysis techniques and thermogravimetric analysis.

is a detailed examination of the chemistry of the s and p block elements and modern applications of inorganic chemistry in materials and nanotechnology.

is a detailed examination of the structure, bonding, and chemistry of the d block elements.

examines physical chemistry from the microscopic viewpoint. Topics include probability distributions, quantum statistical mechanics, statistical thermodynamics, ensembles, kinetics and introduction to statistical rate theories as well as an introduction to computational chemistry (lab).

is an introduction to organic synthesis. It covers the principles of organic synthesis and a range of reactions that are used in its pursuit. These reactions fall under the general headings of functional group interconversion (oxidation, reduction, protection, deprotection, substitution, elimination) and skeleton-building (reactions of carbon nucleophiles with electrophiles, transition metal-catalyzed reactions, pericyclic reactions and reactions involving reactive intermediates).

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examines advances in the traditional chromatographic techniques, the development of new analytical tools in separation science, the interfacing of mass spectrometers to chromatographic instruments, and other mass spectrometric techniques.

examines the principles and theory of dynamic electrochemistry, voltammetry, stripping analysis, electro-chemical sensors and detectors.

comprises the development and critical evaluation of analytical methods and sampling protocols for analyses in complex matrices, including those relevant to environmental, medical, food, and forensic sciences.

are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects of current interest related to analytical chemistry.

examines the role of certain transition elements e.g. iron, copper, cobalt, and zinc, in proteins and enzymes will be discussed in terms of structural features, the natural ligands, magnetic properties, mechanisms, etc., and reinforced with examples of 'model compounds'. Magnetic theory, in particular for polynuclear transition metal complexes, will also be developed.

is principles and applications of organometallic chemistry with emphasis on compounds of the transition metals, lanthanides and actinides. A study of synthetic methods, structure, bonding, reactions and applications of these concepts to organic synthesis and to catalysis.

is a survey of inorganic and organometallic reactions, their mechanisms and kinetic characteristics. In addition, stereochemical non-rigidity, reactions of coordinated ligands and homogeneous catalysis are discussed.

is an introduction to the theory of electronic excited states in transition metal complexes. Applications to artificial photosynthesis, photodynamic therapy, molecular photovoltaics and molecular electronics.

examines the benefits and limitations of new methods aimed at reducing the environmental impact of chemical processes including waste prevention, hazard/risk reduction, catalysts, renewable feedstocks and alternative solvents.

are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects of current interest related to inorganic chemistry.

examines exact solutions to the Schrodinger equation, introduction to approximate methods, modern methods (wavefunction and density functional theories), spectroscopy, and applications of computational chemistry.

examines intermolecular forces, the properties of liquids, the solvation of molecules and ions, and the structure and dynamics of macromolecules within the framework of statistical thermodynamics.

covers the structure and properties of surfaces and interfaces, including the thermodynamics of interfacial processes and the consequences of reduced dimensionality on electronic, optical, and other chemical properties. Interfaces between solids, liquids and gases will be considered, with possible applications in separation science, micro/nanofabrication, and biofouling.

are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects of current interest related to physical chemistry.

is a study of the major classes of biomolecules, their structure, function, and their chemistry. The chemistry and the biochemical reactions of carbohydrates, amino acids, peptides, lipids, coenzymes, nucleic acids, polyketides, and the shikimic acid pathway. An introduction to natural products and secondary metabolites. Synthesis of peptides, nucleosides and polynucleotides. Biosynthesis of fatty acids, terpenes, polyketides, shikimates, peptides and polynucleotides.

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is an introduction to the quantitative and qualitative theories of reactions and reactivity and their application to organic reaction mechanisms and to mechanism elucidation.

examines modern synthetic methods with particular attention placed on the synthesis of enantiomerically enriched compounds and newer methods for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds. Designing syntheses of complex organic molecules.

provides a fundamental understanding of the importance of heterocyclic compounds along with exploration into their designed synthesis. This course will include (but is not limited to): nomenclature, historically relevant molecules, new synthetic approaches, advanced organic mechanisms and compound reactivity/properties.

explores the fundamental concepts and modern methodological advancements in C–H functionalization research with an emphasis on metal catalyzed/mediated processes, radical chemistry, and photocatalysis in synthetic chemistry. This course will include (but is not limited to): catalytic cycles, historically relevant research findings, new synthetic approaches, mechanistic observations/understandings, and applications of the described synthetic processes.

are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects of current interest related to organic chemistry.

examines advances in modern and traditional NMR techniques, the principles and applications of solution and solid-state NMR spectroscopy and micro imaging.

are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects of current interest related to interdisciplinary chemistry.

applies fundamental principles of chemistry to reactions and processes in the environment. Reaction mechanisms, physical processes, and application of analytical techniques to environmental chemistry will be discussed. The course will cover the chemistry underpinning current environmental problems such as long-range transport of persistent pollutants, photochemical smog, and climate change.

are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects of current interest related to environmental chemistry.

will provide the necessary foundation of knowledge to enable students to understand the principles of drug discovery, the main pharmacokinetics properties of drugs, the relationships between the chemical structure of drugs and their biological actions, their toxicity and side-effects, and the kinetics of inhibitory mechanisms and the metabolic reactions of drugs. It will also provide an overview of pharmaceutical regulatory affairs.

is available only to students in Chemistry Honours or Chemistry Joint Honours Programs. These courses are two single-semester, linked courses based on independent research carried out under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry. Research undertaken for these courses must have a clear disconnect from any research previously conducted. These courses are mandatory for Honours Chemistry students. A grade of pass in 490A is required to proceed to 490B. A written thesis is to be handed in by the end of the course. 490A and 490B are to be taken in the Fall and Winter semesters in the same academic year.