Chemistry


Faculty List
  • S. Dalili, M.Sc., Ph.D. (Toronto), Associate Professor, Teaching Stream
  • D.J. Donaldson, B.Sc. (Carleton), Ph.D. (Carleton), Professor Emeritus
  • S. Fraser, B.A. (Oxford), Ph.D. (Cambridge), Professor Emeritus
  • A. Hadzovic, B.Sc. (Sarajevo), Ph.D. (Toronto), Associate Professor, Teaching Stream
  • A. Izmaylov, M.Sc. (Moscow), M.A. (Rice), Ph.D. (Rice), Professor
  • K. Kerman, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Aegean), Ph.D. (Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology), Associate Professor 
  • K. Kim, B.Sc., Ph.D. (Toronto), Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream
  • B. Kraatz, Vordiplom (Heinrich-Heine), Diplom (Kent at Canterbury), Ph.D. (Calgary), Professor
  • R.A. McClelland, B.Sc., Ph.D. (Toronto), Professor Emeritus
  • L. Mikhaylichenko, M.Sc., Ph.D. (Krasnodar, Russia), Professor, Teaching Stream
  • W. Restivo, B.Sc. (Toronto), Professor Emerita, Teaching Stream
  • E.L.O. Sauer, B.Sc. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Ottawa), Associate Professor, Teaching Stream
  • A. Simpson, B.Sc., Ph.D. (Birmingham), Professor
  • M. Simpson, B.Sc.(Alberta), Ph.D. (Alberta), Professor
  • R. Soong, B.Sc. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Toronto), Senior Research Associate
  • R. Sullan, B.Sc. (Philippines), Ph.D. (Toronto), Assistant Professor
  • N. Thavarajah, B. Sc. (Toronto), Ph.D. (Toronto), Associate Professor, Teaching Steam
  • J.C. Thompson, B.A., Ph.D. (Cambridge), Professor Emeritus
  • T.T. Tidwell, B.S. (Georgia Inst. Tech.), Ph.D. (Harvard), Professor Emeritus
  • F. Wania, Dipl.Geook. (Bayreuth), Ph.D. (Toronto), Professor
  • X. Zhang, B.Sc., M.Sc. (Shanghai), Ph.D. (Basel), Associate Professor
  • M. Zimmer-de Iuliis, B.Sc. Ph.D. (Toronto), B.Ed (OISE) Associate Professor, Teaching Stream

Please visit the Chemistry website for the most recent list of Program Supervisors.

Chemistry can be viewed as both a challenging intellectual pursuit and a powerful, practical tool for developing and handling the resources of our contemporary society. Sound knowledge of the fundamental concepts of chemistry is useful to any student in the Physical and Environmental or Life Sciences.

All Chemistry Specialist programs (Biological Chemistry, Chemistry, and Environmental Chemistry) are accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC). These UTSC programs have met the national standards of education required by the CSC, ensuring that graduating students possess skills in both the core chemical concepts and practical laboratory skills that are necessary to thrive in today’s workforce. Graduates of these programs will receive a certificate stating that they have completed a nationally accredited chemistry program. Please visit the Canadian Society for Chemistry - Accreditation website for more information.

The basic courses in chemistry are CHMA10H3 and one of either CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3. Completion of these courses is required before any of the B-level courses in chemistry can be taken. Students who are considering enrolling in a program in chemistry are encouraged to take CHMA12H3 instead of CHMA11H3 – though either course may be used as a program requirement. B-level chemistry courses are divided according to the following sub-disciplines: Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Thereafter, one can proceed to advanced-level courses at the C- and D-level.

Students who wish to enroll in St. George 400-series courses should note that completion of the following groups of courses, together with their co-requisite and prerequisites, will normally ensure admission to the St. George courses indicated, provided that B standing or permission of the instructor is obtained.

To enter St. George Series 430, complete the following U of T Scarborough courses:
CHMA10H3
CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3
CHMB16H3
CHMB31H3 
CHMC31Y3

To enter St. George Series 440 (except 447), complete the following U of T Scarborough courses:
CHMA10H3
CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3
CHMB41H3
CHMB42H3
CHMC42H3/(CHMC41H3) and CHMC47H3

Note: Timetabling constraints usually preclude U of T Scarborough C-level and St. George 400-level courses being taken in the same year.

Combined Degree Programs, Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Engineering

The Combined Degree Programs for UTSC Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) with the Master of Engineering (MEng) offered by the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering allow exceptional students who are registered in one of the Specialist/Specialist Co-op programs identified below to apply during Year 3 of their studies, and be considered, for admission to the MEng programs in either Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry or Civil Engineering. These Combined Degree Programs allow students to complete 1.0 credit in courses that may be counted towards both degrees.

The Combined Degree Programs options are:​

  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering

For more information, including Admission and Program requirements, see the Combined Degree Programs section of the Calendar.

Combined Degree Programs, Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science

The Combined Degree Programs for UTSC Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) with the Master of Environmental Science (MEnvSc) offered by the Graduate Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences allow exceptional students who are registered in one of the Specialist/Specialist Co-op programs identified below to apply during Year 3 of their studies, and be considered, for admission to the MEnvSc program. They are designed for students interested in pursuing a career in environmental sciences within the green-sector, geosciences, industry, consulting, government and policy organizations. These Combined Degree Programs give students the opportunity to: (1) begin exploring their academic interests in Year 4 of their studies; (2) complete 1.0 credit in courses that may be counted towards both degrees; and (3) enrol in the MEnvSc in the Summer session between Years 4 and 5 in order to complete either a two-month academic or internship opportunity, in addition to the mandatory four-month academic or internship opportunity completed in the MEnvSc program alone.

Combined Degree Programs options are:​

  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science

For more information, including Admission and Program requirements, see the Combined Degree Programs section of the Calendar.

Combined Degree Programs, Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching

The Combined Degree Programs for UTSC Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) /Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) with the Master of Teaching (MT) offered by the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education provide students with a direct pathway to the completion, in 6 years, of their Undergraduate degree, Ontario Teacher’s Certificate of Qualifications, and Master’s degree. These Combined Degree Programs allow students to complete 1.0 credit in courses that may be counted towards both degrees.

The Combined Degree Programs options are:

  • Medicinal and Biological Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Medicinal and Biological Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Biochemistry (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching 
  • Biochemistry (Major Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Major Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching 
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching

For more information, including Admission and Program requirements, see the Combined Degree Programs section of the Calendar.
 

Program Combination Restrictions in Chemistry

Programs in Environmental Biology, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Physics, and Environmental Science cannot be combined. Majors in Chemistry, Biochemistry and Environmental Chemistry cannot be combined.

Guidelines for course selection

Students are urged to take [PHYA10H3 and PHYA21H3] early in their Programs even though PHYA21H3 may not be a prerequisite until third-year physical chemistry is chosen. Thus, the suggested first-year Program in Chemistry includes CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], MATA30H3, MATA36H3, PHYA10H3 and PHYA21H3. Students interested in Biological Chemistry or Biochemistry should also include BIOA01H3 and BIOA02H3.
Some courses in Chemistry (CHM) may include Ancillary fees.

Experiential Learning and Outreach

For a community-based experiential learning opportunity in your academic field of interest, consider the course CTLB03H3, which can be found in the Teaching and Learning section of the Calendar.

Chemistry Programs

COMBINED DEGREE PROGRAMS, HONOURS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE / MASTER OF ENGINEERING

The Combined Degree Programs for UTSC Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) and Master of Engineering (MEng) allow exceptional students who are registered in one of the Specialist/Specialist Co-op programs identified below to apply during Year 3 of their studies, and be considered, for admission to the Faculty of Engineering & Applied Chemistry MEng programs in either Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry or Civil Engineering.

Contact Information:
Mandy Meriano(416-208-2775)
Email:  mmeriano@utsc.utoronto.ca

Combined Degree Programs options are:

  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Geoscience (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Geoscience (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Geoscience (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Geoscience (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Civil Engineering, Master of Engineering

Application Process:

  • UTSC students in Year 3 of one the identified HBSc programs who are interested in one of the identified CDPs must contact Professor M. Meriano before the end of the Fall session.
  • Qualified UTSC students will be able to apply to their selected CDP.
  • UTSC students who are accepted to the CDP will receive a conditional offer to start the Master of Engineering (MEng) program upon completion of their HBSc program requirements.

Minimum Admission Requirements:

  • Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the HBSc program, the School of Graduate Studies, and the MEng program.
  • Applicants to the HBSc program must:
    • be enrolled full-time and in good standing;
    • have a B+ average (CGPA of 3.3) or higher in Year 2;
    • carry a full course load of 5.0 credits each year (i.e., complete 5.0 credits over the three academic sessions - Fall, Winter, Summer).
  • Applicants to the MEng program must:
    • maintain a B+ average (CGPA of 3.3) or higher in Year 3 and Year 4 of their HBSc program;
    • complete the requirements of their HBSc program;
    • be conferred with the HBSc degree.

Program Requirements and Path to Completion: 

  • Year 1 to 4: HBSc degree requirements:
    • students must complete all HBSc program requirements and degree requirements;
    • students are expected to carry a full course load of 5.0 credits over the three academic sessions (Fall, Winter, Summer) of each year;
    • in Year 3, qualified students may apply to the CDP and may be offered conditional admission to the MEng program;
    • in Year 4, students who receive a conditional offer of admission to the CDP and MEng:
      • must complete two prescribed undergraduate engineering half courses (1.0 credit) as part of the HBSc degree requirements;
      • may complete up to 1.0 credit in graduate courses with the permission of either the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry or Department of Civil Engineering (depending on the selected CDP); these courses can be counted towards the completion of both the HBSc degree requirements and the MEng program and degree requirements.
    • by the end of Year 4, fulfill both the undergraduate program requirements and the undergraduate degree requirements.
  • Year 5: Remaining MEng program and degree requirements:
    • conditions of admission are removed;
    • complete 5.0 credits in MEng courses; students who have completed up to 1.0 credit in MEng courses in Year 4 may subtract those courses from the total 5.0 credits required.

COMBINED DEGREE PROGRAMS, HONOURS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE / MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

The Combined Degree Programs for UTSC Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) with the Master of Environmental Science (MEnvSc) offered by the Graduate Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences allow exceptional students who are registered in one of the Specialist/Specialist Co-op programs identified below to apply during Year 3 of their studies, and be considered, for admission to the MEnvSc program. They are designed for students interested in pursuing a career in environmental sciences within the green-sector, geosciences, industry, consulting, government and policy organizations. These Combined Degree Programs give students the opportunity to: (1) begin exploring their academic interests in Year 4 of their studies; (2) complete 1.0 credit in courses that may be counted towards both degrees; and (3) enrol in the MEnvSc in the Summer session between Years 4 and 5 in order to complete either a two-month academic or internship opportunity, in addition to the mandatory four-month academic or internship opportunity completed in the MEnvSc program alone.

Contact Information:
Combined Degree Programs Coordinator
Email: cdp.utsc@utoronto.ca

The Combined Degree Programs options are:

Department of Biological Sciences

  • Conservation and Biodiversity (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Integrative Biology (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science

Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences

  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Environmental Geoscience (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Environmental Geoscience (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Environmental Science

Application Process:

  • Applicants must apply to the Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) program, the MEnvSc program, and the CDP.
  • Qualified students in Year 3 of their HBSc degree program apply to the MEnvSc program and their chosen CPD through the SGS Online Admission Application system:
    • students will select one of the three fields of study within the MEnvSc program at the time of application:
      • Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation
      • Conservation and Biodiversity, or
      • Terrestrial and Aquatic Systems
    • those accepted will receive a conditional offer to start the MEnvSc program upon completion of their HBSc program and degree requirements.

Minimum Admission Requirements:

To be considered for conditional admission to the MEnvSc program and the selected CDP, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be admitted to the HBSc degree and one of the above listed undergraduate programs at UTSC.
  • Meet the minimum admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and the MEnvSc program.
  • Be enrolled full-time and in good standing in the HBSc program:
    • have a B+ average (CGPA of 3.3) or higher in Year 2;
    • carry a full course load of 5.0 credits each year (i.e., complete 5.0 credits over the three academic sessions - Fall, Winter, Summer); where necessary, exceptions will be made for students in Co-op programs.
  • Complete the following undergraduate courses as part of the HBSc degree requirements:
    • Students in the Specialist in Conservation and Biodiversity or the Specialist in Integrative Biology:
      • BIOC63H3 Conservation Biology (0.5 credit)
      • BIOD54H3 Applied Conservation Biology (0.5 credit)
    • Students in the Specialist/Specialist Co-op programs in Global Environmental Change, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Geoscience, or Environmental Physics:
      • EESC24H3 Advanced Readings in Environmental Science (0.5 credit)
      • EESD10Y3 Research Project in Environmental Science (1.0 credit)

To be given full, unconditional admission to the MEnvSc program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Maintain a B+ average (CGPA of 3.3) or higher in their final year of study in the HBSc program or over upper-level (C- and D-level) courses.
  • Achieve at least a grade of B- (70%) in both of the graduate courses taken in Year 4 of undergraduate study; these courses must be chosen in consultation with the Graduate Program Supervisor:
    • for the field in Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation: EES 1133H Climate Change Science and Modelling (0.5 credit), plus an additional 0.5 credit;
    • for the field in Conservation and Biodiversity: EES 3002H Conservation Policy (0.5 credit), plus an additional 0.5 credit;
    • for the field in Terrestrial and Aquatic Systems: 1.0 credit.
  • Be conferred with the HBSc degree.

Program Requirements and Path to Completion:

  • Year 4: HBSc degree requirements
    • students must complete all HBSc program requirements and degree requirements;
    • students are expected to carry a full course load of 5.0 credits over the three academic sessions (Fall, Winter, Summer) of each year; where necessary, exceptions will be made for students in Co-op programs;
    • students who receive a conditional offer of admission to the CDP must complete the following undergraduate courses:
      • students in the Specialist in Conservation and Biodiversity or the Specialist in Integrative Biology:
        • BIOC63H3 Conservation Biology (0.5 credit)
        • BIOD54H3 Applied Conservation Biology (0.5 credit)
      • students in the Specialist/Specialist Co-op programs in Global Environmental Change, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Geoscience, or Environmental Physics:
        • EESC24H3 Advanced Readings in Environmental Science (0.5 credit)
        • EESD10Y3 Research Project in Environmental Science (1.0 credit)
    • students must complete 1.0 credit in graduate courses, chosen in consultation with the Graduate Program Supervisor, as follows:
      • for the field in Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation: EES 1133H Climate Change Science and Modelling (0.5 credit), plus an additional 0.5 credit;
      • for the field in Conservation and Biodiversity: EES 3002H Conservation Policy (0.5 credit), plus an additional 0.5 credit;
      • for the field in Terrestrial and Aquatic Systems: 1.0 credit.
  • Optional registration in the Summer session prior to Year 5:
    • students complete one of the following opportunities:
      • EES 4001H Internship Training (0.5 credit)
      • EES 4003H Academic Training (0.5 credit)
  • Year 5: Remaining MEnvSc program and degree requirements.

COMBINED DEGREE PROGRAMS, HONOURS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE OR HONOURS BACHELOR OF ARTS / MASTER OF TEACHING

The Combined Degree Programs for UTSC Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc)/ Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA) with the Master of Teaching (MT) offered by the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education are designed for students who are interested in a career in Education. They allow exceptional students who are registered in one of the 50 identified Specialist and Major programs to gain early admission to the MT, which is a full-time professional program that leads to both a Master's degree and eligibility to become a certified teacher in Ontario. Students who successfully complete one of the Combined Degree Programs listed below will earn two University of Toronto degrees (HBA/ HBSc and MT), and be recommended to the Ontario College of Teachers for a Certificate of Qualifications as elementary or secondary school teachers.

Contact Information:
Combined Degree Programs Coordinator
Email: cdp.utsc@utoronto.ca

The Combined Degree Programs options are:

Department of Anthropology

  • Evolutionary Anthropology (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Evolutionary Anthropology (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Socio-Cultural Anthropology (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • Socio-Cultural Anthropology (Major), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching

Department of Arts, Culture and Media

  • Theatre and Performance Studies (Major), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching

Department of Biological Sciences

  • Biology (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Conservation and Biodiversity (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Conservation and Biodiversity (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Human Biology (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Human Biology (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Integrative Biology (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Molecular Biology, Immunology and Disease (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Plant Biology (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching

Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences

  • Mathematics (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Mathematics (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Mathematics (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Mathematics (Major Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching

Department of English

  • English (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • English (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • English (Major), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • English (Major Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching

Department of Language Studies

  • French (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • French (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • French (Major), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • French (Major Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching

Department of Historical and Cultural Studies

  • History (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • History (Major), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching

Department of Human Geography

  • Human Geography (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • Human Geography (Major), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching

Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences

  • Medicinal and Biological Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Medicinal and Biological Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Biochemistry (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Biochemistry (Major Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Chemistry (Major Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Global Environmental Change (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Environmental Chemistry (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Environmental Physics (Specialist Co-op), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Physics and Astrophysics (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Physics and Astrophysics (Major), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching
  • Physical and Mathematical Sciences (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Science/ Master of Teaching

Department of Sociology

  • Sociology (Specialist), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching
  • Sociology (Major), Honours Bachelor of Arts/ Master of Teaching

Students applying to the MT must have two teaching subjects regardless of the concentration they are applying to (Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate, or Intermediate/Senior), and must have completed at least 6.0 credits in their first teaching subject and at least 3.0 credits in their second teaching subject (note: both French as a Second Language and Science require at least 6.0 credits in university courses even when they are a second teaching subject). Each of the programs listed below includes a minimum of 6.0 credits in courses that can be applied towards the completion of the prerequisites for the identified OISE teaching subject(s).

UTSC Programs Fit With OISE MT Teaching Subjects:

UTSC ProgramMT Teaching Subjects - Required Number of Courses/Credits Completed
- Specialist/ Specialist Co-op in Medicinal and Biological ChemistryScience - Chemistry, or
Science - Biology, or
Science - General
- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in Molecular Biology and BiotechnologyScience - Biology, or
Science - General
- Major/Major Co-op In Biochemistry
- Major in Biology
- Specialist in Conservation and Biodiversity
- Major in Conservation and Biodiversity
- Specialist in Human Biology
- Major in Human Biology
- Specialist in Integrative Biology
- Major in Molecular Biology, Immunology and Disease
- Major in Plant Biology
- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in Global Environmental Change

Science - Biology

 

- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in Chemistry
- Major/Major Co-op in Chemistry
- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in Environmental Chemistry		Science - Chemistry
- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in Environmental Physics
- Specialist in Physics and Astrophysics
- Major in Physics and Astrophysics
- Specialist in Physical and Mathematical Sciences		Science - Physics
- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in Mathematics
- Major/Major Co-op in Mathematics		Mathematics
- Specialist in Evolutionary Anthropology
- Major in Evolutionary Anthropology
- Specialist in Socio-Cultural Anthropology
- Major in Socio-Cultural Anthropology
- Specialist in Sociology
- Major in Sociology		Social Science - General
- Major in Theatre and Performance StudiesDramatic Arts
- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in English
- Major/Major Co-op in English		English
- Specialist/Specialist Co-op in French
- Major/Major Co-op in French		French (Second Language)
- Specialist in History
- Major in History		History
- Specialist in Human Geography
- Major in Human Geography		Geography

Application Process:

  • Applicants must apply to the Honours Bachelor of Arts (HBA)/ Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) program, the MT program and the CDP.
  • Qualified students in Year 3 of their HBA/ HBSc degree program apply to the MT program; those accepted will receive a conditional offer to start the MT program upon completion of their HBA/ HBSc program and degree requirements.

Minimum Admission Requirements:

To be considered for conditional admission to the MT program and the selected CDP, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Be admitted to the HBA/ HBSc degree and at least one of the above-listed undergraduate programs at UTSC.
  • Meet the admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and the MT program.
  • Be enrolled full-time and in good standing in the HBA/ HBSc program(s):
    • have a B+ average or higher in Year 2;
    • carry a full course load of 5.0 credits each year (i.e., complete 5.0 credits over the three academic sessions - Fall, Winter, Summer); where necessary, exceptions will be made for students in Co-op programs.
  • Have completed at least half of the teaching subjects' prerequisite courses - i.e., 3.0 credits in the first teaching subject and at least 1.5 credits in the second teaching subject (or 3.0 credits if the second teaching subject is French as a Second Language or Science) - by the end of Year 3.
  • Provide at least two letters of reference (see: http://www.oise.utoronto.ca/mt/Home.html).
  • Provide a Statement of Intent indicating their preferred concentration (Primary/Junior, Junior Intermediate, or Intermediate/Senior) and describe three significant teaching and/or teaching-related experiences they have had, especially with groups of children; with reference to these experiences, applicants should identify insights gained about teaching and learning, and explain how, based on these insights, they might contribute to the education of students in today's schools. On their resumé, applicants must list, in chart form, the extent of their teaching experiences; the chart should include dates, location of the experience, applicants' role, and number of hours working with students.
  • Meet other qualifications as specified by the MT program, including: a police record check, relevant teaching experiences, academic and professional references, and satisfying teaching subject prerequisites.

To be given full, unconditional admission to the MT program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Maintain a B+ average or higher in their final year of study in the HBA/ HBSc program, or over upper-level (C- and D-level) courses.
  • Achieve at least a B+ average in 1.0 credit in graduate courses taken in Year 4.
  • Regardless of the concentration to which they are applying (Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate, Intermediate/Senior), complete the prerequisites for both the first and second teaching subjects; students are encouraged to consult often with their HBA/HBSc Program Supervisor, as well as the Combined Degree Programs Coordinator.
  • Be conferred with the HBA/ HBSc degree.

Program Requirements and Path to Completion:

  • Year 1 to 4: HBA/ HBSc degree requirements:
    • students must complete all of the HBA/ HBSc program and degree requirements;
    • students are expected to carry a full course load of 5.0 credits over the three academic sessions (Fall, Winter, Summer) of each year;
    • in Year 3, qualified students may apply to the MT and the CDP and may be offered conditional admission to the MT;
    • by the end of Year 3 students must complete at least 3.0 credits required for the first teaching subject, and at least 1.5 credits for the second teaching subject (or 3.0 credits if the second teaching subject is French as a Second Language or Science);
    • in Year 4, students who receive a conditional offer of admission to the CDP must complete any two of the graduate elective half courses recommended by OISE for CDP students; these courses (1.0 credit) are counted towards the completion of both the HBA/ HBSc degree and the MT program and degree; CDP students are graded as graduate students in these courses and are required to meet graduate expectations;
    • by the end of Year 4, students must complete all HBA/ HBSc program requirements and degree requirements, including at least 6.0 credits required for the first teaching subject, and  at least 3.0 credits for the second teaching subject (or 6.0 credits if the second teaching subject is French as a Second Language or Science).
  • Year 5 and 6: Remaining MT program and degree requirements:
    • students must complete 11.0 credits as identified by OISE.

SPECIALIST PROGRAM IN CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCSPE1376

For an updated list of Program Supervisors, please visit the Chemistry website.

This program offers students a deep theoretical and practical learning experience in all aspects of modern chemistry. The first year of the program emphasizes learning fundamentals across various disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, and math. As students progress into upper years, this knowledge is applied to specialized courses focusing on the sub-disciplines of chemistry, including organic, inorganic, analytical, physical, and environmental chemistry. Students in this program will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of scientific knowledge by participating in a directed research project in their fourth year. This program is ideally suited for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in chemistry or a related discipline, or to work in chemistry-related industries.

The chemistry specialist program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC). It meets the national standards of education required by the CSC, ensuring that graduating students possess skills in both the core chemical concepts and practical laboratory skills that are necessary to thrive in today’s workforce. Graduates of these programs will receive a certificate stating that they have completed a nationally accredited chemistry program.

Enrolment Requirements

Students may apply to this program after completing at least 4.0 credits, including CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], PHYA10H3, PHYA21H3, and 1.0 credit in either MATA23H3, MATA30H3 or MATA36H3 with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 2.0. Application for admission to the program is made to the registrar through ROSI in April/May and July/August. See the UTSC Office of the Registrar’s website for information on the program (Subject POSt) selection.

Program Requirements
The Program requires completion of 14.0 credits as follows:

First Year:
1. 4.0 credits from the following
CHMA10H3 Introductory Chemistry I: Structure and Bonding
[CHMA11H3 Introductory Chemistry II: Reactions and Mechanisms or CHMA12H3 Advanced General Chemistry]
MATA23H3 Linear Algebra I
MATA30H3 Calculus I for Physical Sciences
MATA36H3 Calculus II for Physical Sciences
PHYA10H3 Physics I for the Physical Sciences
PHYA21H3 Physics II for the Physical Sciences
STAB22H3 Statistics I


Second Year:
2. 4.0 credits from the following
CHMB16H3 Techniques in Analytical Chemistry
CHMB21H3 Chemical Structure and Spectroscopy
CHMB23H3 Introduction to Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics: Theory and Practice
CHMB31H3 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
CHMB41H3 Organic Chemistry I
CHMB42H3 Organic Chemistry II
CHMB62H3 Introduction to Biochemistry
MATB41H3 Techniques of Calculus of Several Variables I

Third Year:
3. 3.0 credits from the following
CHMC11H3 Principles of Analytical Instrumentation
CHMC16H3 Analytical Instrumentation
[CHMC20H3 Intermediate Physical Chemistry or CHMC21H3 Topics in Biophysical Chemistry]
CHMC31Y3 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
CHMC42H3 Organic Synthesis

Fourth Year:
4. 3.0 credits from the following
PSCD02H3 Current Questions in Mathematics and Science
and
0.5 credit in any C-level or 300-level CHM course not already taken
and
2.0 credits in any D-level or 400-level CHM course including one of the following:
CHMD90Y3 Directed Research
CHMD91H3 Directed Research
CHMD92H3 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Course

SPECIALIST (CO-OPERATIVE) PROGRAM IN CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCSPE1376C

Academic Program Supervisor of Studies: S. Dalili (416-287-7215) Email: sdalili@utsc.utoronto.ca
Co-op Program Coordinator: coopsuccess.utsc@utoronto.ca

The Specialist (Co-op) Program in Chemistry is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program that combines academic studies with paid work terms in the public, private, and/or non-profit sectors. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop the academic and professional skills required to pursue employment in these areas, or to continue on to graduate training in an academic field related to Chemistry upon graduation.
In addition to their academic course requirements, students must successfully complete the additive Arts & Science Co-op Work Term and Course requirements.

Enrolment Requirements
The minimum qualifications for entry are 4.0 credits, including CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3, MATA30H3, MATA36H3, PHYA10H3 and PHYA21H3, plus a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.

Current Co-op Students:
Students admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt in their first year of study must request a Co-op Subject POSt on ACORN upon completion of 4.0 credits and must meet the minimum qualifications for entry as noted above.

Prospective Co-op Students:
Prospective Co-op students (i.e., those not yet admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt) must submit a program request on ACORN, and meet the minimum qualifications noted above. Deadlines follow the Limited Enrolment Program Application Deadlines set by the Office of the Registrar each year. Failure to submit the program request on ACORN will result in that student's application not being considered.

Academic Program Requirements
Students must complete the program requirements as described in the Specialist Program in Chemistry.

Co-op Work Term Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete Co-op work term(s) as follows: three 4-month work terms, one 4-month work term and one 8-month work term, or one 12-month work term. To be eligible for their first work term, students must be enrolled in the Specialist (Co-op) Program in Chemistry and have completed at least 7.0 credits, achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and complete COPB50H3 and COPB51H3. It is strongly recommended that CHMB16H3 be completed before the first work term.

Students must be available for work terms in each of the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters and must complete at least one of their required work terms in either a Fall or Winter semester. This requires that students take courses during at least one Summer semester.

Co-op Course Requirements
In addition to their academic program requirements, Co-op students complete the following Co-op specific courses as part of their degree:

  • Co-op Preparation courses: COPB50H3 and COPB51H3 (completed in first year)
  • Work Term Search courses: COPB52H3 (semester prior to first work term), COPC98H3 (semester prior to second work term), and COPC99H3 (semester prior to third work term)
  • Co-op Work Term courses: COPC05H3 (each semester a student is on work term)

These courses are designed to prepare students for their job search and work term experience, and to maximize the benefits of their Co-op work terms. They must be completed in sequence, and fall into three categories: Co-op Preparation courses (COPB50H3 & COPB51H3) are completed in first year, and cover a variety of topics intended to assist students in developing the skills and tools required to secure a work term; Work Term Search Courses (COPB52H3, COPC98H3, & COPC99H3) are completed in the semester prior to each work term, and support students while competing for work terms that are appropriate to their program of study, as well as preparing students for the transition into and how to succeed the workplace; Co-op Work Term courses (COPC05H3) are completed during each semester that a student is on work term, and support students’ success while on work term, as well as connecting their academics and the workplace experience.

Co-op courses are taken in addition to a full course load. They are recorded on transcripts as credit/no credit (CR/NCR) and are considered to be additive credit to the 20.0 required degree credits. No additional course fee is assessed as registration is included in the Co-op Program fee.

For information on fees, status in Co-op programs, and certification of completion of Co-op programs, see the Co-operative Programs section and the Arts and Science Co-op section in the UTSC Calendar.

SPECIALIST PROGRAM IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCSPE0361

For an updated list of Program Supervisors, please visit the Chemistry website.

This program is intended for students who want an in-depth study of chemistry, with a specialization in how to apply chemistry to solve environmental problems. The first year of the program emphasizes learning fundamentals across various disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, math and environmental science. As students progress into upper years, they develop skills in the fundamental areas of chemistry while also taking specialized courses in environmental chemistry. In their fourth year, students have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of scientific knowledge by participating in a directed research project. Students who graduate from this program will be well qualified for positions in government and industry as well as several graduate programs.

This program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry (CSC). It meets the national standards of education required by the CSC, ensuring that graduating students possess skills in both the core chemical concepts and practical laboratory skills that are necessary to thrive in today’s workforce. Graduates of these programs will receive a certificate stating that they have completed a nationally accredited chemistry program.

Enrolment Requirements

Students may apply to this program after completing at least 4.0 credits from the following: EESA01H3, EESA06H3, BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3], [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3], and [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3]; in addition, they must have achieved a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 2.0. Application for admission to the program is made to the Registrar through ACORN. See the UTSC Registrar's website for information on the program (Subject POSt) selection, and application window dates on the following website.

Program Requirements
Total requirements: 16.0 credits

First Year (4.5 credits):
BIOA01H3 Life on Earth: Unifying Principles
BIOA02H3 Life on Earth: Form, Function and Interactions
CHMA10H3 Introductory Chemistry I: Structure and Bonding
[CHMA11H3 Introductory Chemistry II: Reactions and Mechanisms or CHMA12H3 Advanced General Chemistry]
EESA01H3 Introduction to Environmental Science
EESA06H3 Introduction to Planet Earth
[MATA29H3 Calculus I for Life Sciences or MATA30H3 Calculus I for Physical Sciences] 
[MATA35H3 Calculus II for Biological Sciences or MATA36H3 Calculus II for Physical Sciences] 
[PHYA10H3 Physics I for the Physical Sciences or PHYA11H3 Physics I for the Life Sciences]

Second Year (4.5 credits):
CHMB16H3 Techniques in Analytical Chemistry
CHMB23H3 Introduction to Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics: Theory and Practice
CHMB31H3 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
CHMB41H3 Organic Chemistry I
CHMB42H3 Organic Chemistry II
CHMB55H3 Environmental Chemistry
EESB15H3 Earth History
and
0.5 credit from the following:
CHMB21H3 Chemical Structure and Spectroscopy
CHMB62H3 Introduction to Biochemistry
and
0.5 credit from the following:
EESB03H3 Principles of Climatology
EESB19H3 Mineralogy

Third Year (4.0 credits):
CHMC11H3 Principles of Analytical Instrumentation
EESC07H3 Groundwater
EESC20H3 Geochemistry
STAB22H3 Statistics I
and
1.5 credit from the following:
CHMC16H3 Analytical Instrumentation
CHMC31Y3 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
CHMC42H3 Organic Synthesis
CHMC47H3 Bio-Organic Chemistry
and
0.5 credit from the following:
EESB04H3 Principles of Hydrology
EESB05H3 Principles of Soil Science

Fourth Year (3.0 credits):
CHMD16H3 Environmental and Analytical Chemistry
EESC13H3 Environmental Impact Assessment and Auditing
EESD02H3 Contaminant Hydrogeology
EESD15H3 Fundamentals of Site Remediation
and
1.0 credit from the following, including 0.5 credits from CHMD90Y3, CHMD91H3 and CHMD92H3:
CHMD11H3 Application of Spectroscopy in Chemical Structure Determination
CHMD59H3 Modelling the Fate of Organic Chemicals in the Environment
CHMD89H3 Introduction to Green Chemistry
CHMD90Y3 Directed Research in Chemistry
CHMD91H3 Directed Research in Chemistry
CHMD92H3 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Course

SPECIALIST (CO-OPERATIVE) PROGRAM IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCSPE0361C

Co-op Program Coordinator: coopsuccess.utsc@utoronto.ca

The Specialist (Co-op) Program in Environmental Chemistry is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program that combines academic studies with paid work terms in the public, private, and/or non-profit sectors. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop the academic and professional skills required to pursue employment in these areas, or to continue on to graduate training in an academic field related to Environmental Chemistry upon graduation.
In addition to their academic course requirements, students must successfully complete the additive Arts & Science Co-op Work Term and Course requirements.

Enrolment Requirements
The minimum qualifications for entry are 4.5 credits, including, BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3, EESA01H3, EESA06H3, MATA30H3, [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3 or MATA37H3] and [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3], plus a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.

Current Co-op Students:
Students admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt in their first year of study must request a Co-op Subject POSt on ACORN upon completion of 4.0 credits and must meet the minimum qualifications for entry as noted above.

Prospective Co-op Students:
Prospective Co-op students (i.e., those not yet admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt) must submit a program request on ACORN, and meet the minimum qualifications noted above. Deadlines follow the Limited Enrolment Program Application Deadlines set by the Office of the Registrar each year. Failure to submit the program request on ACORN will result in that student's application not being considered.

Academic Program Requirements
Students must complete the program requirements as described in the Specialist Program in Environmental Chemistry.

Co-op Work Term Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete Co-op work term(s) as follows: three 4-month work terms, one 4-month work term and one 8-month work term, or one 12-month work term. To be eligible for their first work term, students must be enrolled in the Specialist (Co-op) Program in Environmental Chemistry and have completed at least 7.0 credits, achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and complete COPB50H3 and COPB51H3. It is strongly recommended that CHMB16H3 be completed before the first work term.

Students must be available for work terms in each of the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters and must complete at least one of their required work terms in either a Fall or Winter semester. This requires that students take courses during at least one Summer semester.

Co-op Course Requirements
In addition to their academic program requirements, Co-op students complete the following Co-op specific courses as part of their degree:

  • Co-op Preparation courses: COPB50H3 and COPB51H3 (completed in first year)
  • Work Term Search courses: COPB52H3 (semester prior to first work term), COPC98H3 (semester prior to second work term), and COPC99H3 (semester prior to third work term)
  • Co-op Work Term courses: COPC05H3 (each semester a student is on work term)

These courses are designed to prepare students for their job search and work term experience, and to maximize the benefits of their Co-op work terms. They must be completed in sequence, and fall into three categories: Co-op Preparation courses (COPB50H3 & COPB51H3) are completed in first year, and cover a variety of topics intended to assist students in developing the skills and tools required to secure a work term; Work Term Search Courses (COPB52H3, COPC98H3, & COPC99H3) are completed in the semester prior to each work term, and support students while competing for work terms that are appropriate to their program of study, as well as preparing students for the transition into and how to succeed the workplace; Co-op Work Term courses (COPC05H3) are completed during each semester that a student is on work term, and support students’ success while on work term, as well as connecting their academics and the workplace experience.

Co-op courses are taken in addition to a full course load. They are recorded on transcripts as credit/no credit (CR/NCR) and are considered to be additive credit to the 20.0 required degree credits. No additional course fee is assessed as registration is included in the Co-op Program fee.

For information on fees, status in Co-op programs, and certification of completion of Co-op programs, see the Co-operative Programs section and the Arts and Science Co-op section in the UTSC Calendar.

SPECIALIST PROGRAM IN MEDICINAL AND BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCSPE1995

For an updated list of Program Supervisors, please visit the Chemistry website.

Chemistry is an integral component of medical science, and fundamentally impacts key aspects of modern medicine, including diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and understanding of diseases. The Medicinal & Biological Chemistry program is intended for students who want to specialize in chemistry, and in particular, its applications to medicine and broader scientific areas related to human health. The first year of the program emphasizes learning fundamentals across various disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, and math. In the second year, additional coursework helps students to build the fundamental connection between chemistry and human health. In their third and fourth years, students will explore more specific topics related to medicinal and biological applications, such as drug development and chemical technologies in diagnosis. In their fourth year, students will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of scientific knowledge in this field by participating in a directed research project. The combination of coursework and research experience makes this program ideally suited for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in medicinal, pharmaceutical and biological chemistry or a related discipline, or to work in health-related industries. It is also excellent preparation for students wishing to pursue professional schools such as medicine, pharmacy or law.

Enrolment Requirements
Students may apply to this program after completing at least 4.0 credits including: BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3] and [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3] with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 2.0. Application for admission to the program is made to the registrar through ROSI in April/May and July/August. See the UTSC Office of the Registrar’s website for information on the program (Subject POSt) selection.

Program Requirements
The program requires the completion of the following 14.5-15.0 credits:

First Year (4.0 credits):
BIOA01H3 Life On Earth: Unifying Principles
BIOA02H3 Life on Earth: Form, Function and Interactions
CHMA10H3 Introductory Chemistry I: Structure and Bonding
[CHMA11H3 Introductory Chemistry II: Reactions and Mechanisms or CHMA12H3 Advanced General Chemistry]
[MATA29H3 Calculus I for Life Sciences or MATA30H3 Calculus I for Physical Sciences]
[MATA35H3 Calculus II for Biological Sciences or MATA36H3 Calculus II for Physical Sciences]
[PHYA10H3 Physics I for the Physical Sciences or PHYA11H3 Physics I for Life Sciences]
STAB22H3 Introduction to Statistics

Second Year (4.5 credits):
BIOB10H3 Cell Biology
BIOB11H3 Molecular Aspect of Cellular and Genetic Processes
BIOB12H3 Laboratory for Cell and Molecular Biology
CHMB16H3 Techniques in Analytical Chemistry
CHMB21H3 Chemical Structure and Spectroscopy
CHMB23H3 Introduction to Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics: Theory and Practice
CHMB31H3 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
CHMB41H3 Organic Chemistry I
CHMB42H3 Organic Chemistry II

Third Year (4.0-4.5 credits):
BIOC12H3 Biochemistry I: Proteins and Enzymes
BIOC13H3 Biochemistry II: Bioenergetics and Metabolism
BIOC23H3 Practical Approaches to Biochemistry
CHMC11H3 Principles of Analytical Instrumentation
CHMC42H3 Organic Synthesis
CHMC47H3 Bio-Organic Chemistry
CHMC71H3/​(CHMD71H3) Medicinal Chemistry
and
0.5 credit from:
CHMC16H3 Analytical Instrumentation
CHMC21H3 Topics in Biophysical Chemistry
CHMC31Y3 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry

Fourth Year (2.0 credits):
CHMD79H3 Topics in Biological Chemistry
1.5 credits in D-level CHM courses
including
0.5-1.0 credits from the following:
CHMD90Y3 Directed Research
CHMD91H3 Directed Research
CHMD92H3 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Course
and
0.5 credit from the following:
CHMD41H3/​(CHMC41H3) Physical Organic Chemistry
CHMD47H3 Advanced Bio-Organic Chemistry
CHMD69H3 Chemical Elements in Living Systems

SPECIALIST (CO-OPERATIVE) PROGRAM IN MEDICINAL AND BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCSPE1995C

Academic Program Supervisor of Studies: S. Dalili sdalili@utsc.utoronto.ca
Co-op Program Coordinator: coopsuccess.utsc@utoronto.ca

The Specialist (Co-op) Program in Biological Chemistry is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program that combines academic studies with paid work terms in the public, private, and/or non-profit sectors. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop the academic and professional skills required to pursue employment in these areas, or to continue on to graduate training in an academic field related to Biological Chemistry upon graduation.
In addition to their academic course requirements, students must successfully complete the additive Arts & Science Co-op Work Term and Course requirements.

Enrolment Requirements
The minimum qualifications for entry are 3.5 credits, including BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3], [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3], and [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3], plus a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.

Current Co-op Students:
Students admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt in their first year of study must request a Co-op Subject POSt on ACORN upon completion of 4.0 credits and must meet the minimum qualifications for entry as noted above.

Prospective Co-op Students:
Prospective Co-op students (i.e., those not yet admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt) must submit a program request on ACORN, and meet the minimum qualifications noted above. Deadlines follow the Limited Enrolment Program Application Deadlines set by the Office of the Registrar each year. Failure to submit the program request on ACORN will result in that student's application not being considered.

Academic Program Requirements
Students must complete the program requirements as described in the Specialist Program in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry.

Co-op Work Term Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete three Co-op work term(s) as follows: three 4-month work terms, one 4-month work term and one 8-month work term, or one 12-month work term. To be eligible for their first work term, students must be enrolled in the Specialist (Co-op) Program in Biological Chemistry and have completed at least 7.0 credits, achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and complete COPB50H3 and COPB51H3. It is strongly recommended that CHMB16H3 and BIOB12H3 be completed prior to the first work term.

Students must be available for work terms in each of the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters and must complete at least one of their required work terms in either a Fall or Winter semester. This requires that students take courses during at least one Summer semester.

Co-op Course Requirements
In addition to their academic program requirements, Co-op students complete the following Co-op specific courses as part of their degree:

  • Co-op Preparation courses: COPB50H3 and COPB51H3 (completed in first year)
  • Work Term Search courses: COPB52H3 (semester prior to first work term), COPC98H3 (semester prior to second work term), and COPC99H3 (semester prior to third work term)
  • Co-op Work Term courses: COPC05H3 (each semester a student is on work term)

These courses are designed to prepare students for their job search and work term experience, and to maximize the benefits of their Co-op work terms. They must be completed in sequence, and fall into three categories: Co-op Preparation courses (COPB50H3 & COPB51H3) are completed in first year, and cover a variety of topics intended to assist students in developing the skills and tools required to secure a work term; Work Term Search Courses (COPB52H3, COPC98H3, & COPC99H3) are completed in the semester prior to each work term, and support students while competing for work terms that are appropriate to their program of study, as well as preparing students for the transition into and how to succeed the workplace; Co-op Work Term courses (COPC05H3) are completed during each semester that a student is on work term, and support students’ success while on work term, as well as connecting their academics and the workplace experience.

Co-op courses are taken in addition to a full course load. They are recorded on transcripts as credit/no credit (CR/NCR) and are considered to be additive credit to the 20.0 required degree credits. No additional course fee is assessed as registration is included in the Co-op Program fee.

For information on fees, status in Co-op programs, and certification of completion of Co-op programs, see the Co-operative Programs section and the Arts and Science Co-op section in the UTSC Calendar.

MAJOR PROGRAM IN BIOCHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCMAJ1762

Supervisor Email: biochemistry-major@utsc.utoronto.ca
For an updated list of Program Supervisors, please visit the Chemistry website.


 The Major program in Biochemistry provides students with the opportunity to explore the chemistry of living systems. In the first two years, students take a suite of core courses in both biology and chemistry. In later years, students merge these disciplines through courses that explore the chemistry of proteins, enzymes and metabolism. This program is intended for students who are interested in biochemistry, but who do not wish to complete the more focused specialist in biological chemistry. The program is also excellent preparation for students wishing to pursue professional schools such as medicine, pharmacy or law.

Note: This program cannot be combined with the Major/Major Co-op programs in Chemistry, or the Major/Major Co-op programs in Environmental Chemistry.

Program Requirements

Students should complete the following 9.0 credits:

First Year:
1. 3.0 credits from the following
BIOA01H3 Life on Earth: Unifying Principles
BIOA02H3 Life on Earth: Form, Function and Interactions
CHMA10H3 Introductory Chemistry I: Structure and Bonding
[CHMA11H3 Introductory Chemistry II: Reactions and Mechanisms or CHMA12H3 Advanced General Chemistry]
[MATA29H3 Calculus I for the Life Sciences or MATA30H3 Calculus I for Physical Sciences]
[MATA35H3 Calculus II for Biological Sciences or MATA36H3 Calculus II for Physical Sciences]

Second and Later Years:
2. 6.0 credits from the following
BIOB10H3 Cell Biology
BIOB11H3 Molecular Aspect of Cellular and Genetic Processes
BIOB12H3 Cell & Molecular Biology Laboratory
BIOC12H3 Biochemistry I: Proteins & Enzymes
BIOC13H3 Biochemistry II: Bioenergetics & Metabolism
BIOC23H3 Practical Approaches to Biochemistry
CHMB16H3 Techniques in Analytical Chemistry
CHMB41H3 Organic Chemistry I
CHMB42H3 Organic Chemistry II
CHMC47H3 Bio-Organic Chemistry
and
0.5 credit from the following:
*CHMB20H3 Chemical Thermodynamics and Elementary Kinetics
*CHMB23H3 Introduction to Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics: Theory and Practice
CHMB31H3 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
CHMC11H3 Principles of Analytical Instrumentation
CHMC42H3 Organic Synthesis
CHMC71H3/​(CHMD71H3) Medicinal Chemistry
* If CHMB20H3 or CHMB23H3 is selected, one of either [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3] is required.
and
0.5 credit from the following:
CHMD41H3/​(CHMC41H3) Physical Organic Chemistry
CHMD47H3 Advanced Bio-Organic Chemistry
CHMD69H3 Chemical Elements in Living Systems
CHMD79H3 Topics in Biological Chemistry

MAJOR (CO-OPERATIVE) PROGRAM IN BIOCHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCMAJ1762C

Academic Program Supervisor of Studies: S. Dalili (416-287-7215) Email: sdalili@utsc.utoronto.ca
Co-op Program Coordinator: coopsuccess.utsc@utoronto.ca
The Major (Co-op) Program in Biochemistry is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program that combines academic studies with paid work terms in the public, private, and/or non-profit sectors. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop the academic and professional skills required to pursue employment in these areas, or to continue on to graduate training in an academic field related to Biochemistry upon graduation.

In addition to their academic course requirements, students must successfully complete the additive Arts & Science Co-op Work Term and Course requirements.

Note: This program cannot be combined with the Major/Major Co-op programs in Chemistry, or the Major/Major Co-op programs in Environmental Chemistry.

Enrolment Requirements
The minimum qualifications for entry are 4.0 credits, including BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3, [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3] and [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3], plus a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.

Current Co-op Students:
Students admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt in their first year of study must request a Co-op Subject POSt on ACORN upon completion of 4.0 credits and must meet the minimum qualifications for entry as noted above.

Prospective Co-op Students:
Prospective Co-op students (i.e., those not yet admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt) must submit a program request on ACORN, and meet the minimum qualifications noted above. Deadlines follow the Limited Enrolment Program Application Deadlines set by the Office of the Registrar each year. Failure to submit the program request on ACORN will result in that student's application not being considered.

Academic Program Requirements
Students must complete the program requirements as described in the Major Program in Biochemistry.

Co-op Work Term Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete Co-op work term(s) as follows: three 4-month work terms, one 4-month work term and one 8-month work term, or one 12-month work term. To be eligible for their first work term, students must be enrolled in the Major (Co-op) Program in Biochemistry and have completed at least 7.0 credits, achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and complete COPB50H3 and COPB51H3. It is strongly recommended that CHMB16H3 and BIOB12H3 be completed prior to the first work term.

Students must be available for work terms in each of the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters and must complete at least one of their required work terms in either a Fall or Winter semester. This requires that students take courses during at least one Summer semester.

Co-op Course Requirements
In addition to their academic program requirements, Co-op students complete the following Co-op specific courses as part of their degree:

  • Co-op Preparation courses: COPB50H3 and COPB51H3 (completed in first year)
  • Work Term Search courses: COPB52H3 (semester prior to first work term), COPC98H3 (semester prior to second work term), and COPC99H3 (semester prior to third work term)
  • Co-op Work Term courses: COPC05H3 (each semester a student is on work term)

These courses are designed to prepare students for their job search and work term experience, and to maximize the benefits of their Co-op work terms. They must be completed in sequence, and fall into three categories: Co-op Preparation courses (COPB50H3 & COPB51H3) are completed in first year, and cover a variety of topics intended to assist students in developing the skills and tools required to secure a work term; Work Term Search Courses (COPB52H3, COPC98H3, & COPC99H3) are completed in the semester prior to each work term, and support students while competing for work terms that are appropriate to their program of study, as well as preparing students for the transition into and how to succeed the workplace; Co-op Work Term courses (COPC01H3) are completed during each semester that a student is on work term, and support students’ success while on work term, as well as connecting their academics and the workplace experience.

Co-op courses are taken in addition to a full course load. They are recorded on transcripts as credit/no credit (CR/NCR) and are considered to be additive credit to the 20.0 required degree credits. No additional course fee is assessed as registration is included in the Co-op Program fee.

For information on fees, status in Co-op programs, and certification of completion of Co-op programs, see the Co-operative Programs section and the Arts and Science Co-op section in the UTSC Calendar.

MAJOR PROGRAM IN CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCMAJ1376

For an updated list of Program Supervisors, please visit the Chemistry website.

The Major program in Chemistry provides students with an introduction to all major sub-disciplines within chemistry, including analytical, biological, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Students will develop both theoretical knowledge and practical lab skills throughout their course work. This program is intended for students who are interested in chemistry, but who do not wish to complete the more focused specialist program.

Note: This program cannot be combined with the Major/Major Co-op programs in Biochemistry or the Major program in Environmental Chemistry.

Program Requirements
Students should complete the following 8.5 credits:

First Year:

CHMA10H3 Introductory Chemistry I: Structure and Bonding
[CHMA11H3 Introductory Chemistry II: Reactions and Mechanisms or CHMA12H3 Advanced General Chemistry]
MATA30H3 Calculus I for Physical Sciences
MATA36H3 Calculus II for Physical Sciences
PHYA10H3 Physics I for the Physical Sciences
PHYA21H3 Physics II for the Physical Sciences

Second and Later Years:
CHMB16H3 Techniques in Analytical Chemistry
CHMB23H3 Introduction to Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics: Theory and Practice
CHMB31H3 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
CHMB41H3 Organic Chemistry I
CHMB42H3 Organic Chemistry II
CHMB62H3 Introduction to Biochemistry
and
2.5 credits in CHM of which at least 2.0 credits must be at the C- or D-level and 0.5 credit at the D-level. 0.5 of these C- or D-level credits must include a laboratory component.**
** Students should note that if they are going to select CHMC20H3/​CHMC21H3, MATA23H3 and MATB41H3 will need to be taken in addition to their other program requirements.

Note: This program cannot be combined with the Major Program in Biochemistry.

MAJOR (CO-OPERATIVE) PROGRAM IN CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCMAJ1376C

Academic Program Supervisor of Studies: S. Dalili (416-287-7215) Email: sdalili@utsc.utoronto.ca
Co-op Program Coordinator: coopsuccess.utsc@utoronto.ca

The Major (Co-op) Program in Chemistry is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program that combines academic studies with paid work terms in the public, private, and/or non-profit sectors. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop the academic and professional skills required to pursue employment in these areas, or to continue on to graduate training in an academic field related to Chemistry upon graduation.
In addition to their academic course requirements, students must successfully complete the additive Arts & Science Co-op Work Term and Course requirements.

Note: This program cannot be combined with the Major/Major Co-op programs in Biochemistry or the Major program in Environmental Chemistry.

Enrolment Requirements
The minimum qualifications for entry are 4.0 credits, including CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3, MATA30H3, MATA36H3, PHYA10H3 and PHYA21H3, plus a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.

Current Co-op Students:
Students admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt in their first year of study must request a Co-op Subject POSt on ACORN upon completion of 4.0 credits and must meet the minimum qualifications for entry as noted above.

Prospective Co-op Students:
Prospective Co-op students (i.e., those not yet admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt) must submit a program request on ACORN, and meet the minimum qualifications noted above. Deadlines follow the Limited Enrolment Program Application Deadlines set by the Office of the Registrar each year. Failure to submit the program request on ACORN will result in that student's application not being considered.

Academic Program Requirements
Students must complete the program requirements as described in the Major Program in Chemistry.

Co-op Work Term Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete Co-op work term(s) as follows: three 4-month work terms, one 4-month work term and one 8-month work term, or one 12-month work term. To be eligible for their first work term, students must be enrolled in the Major (Co-op) Program in Chemistry and have completed at least 7.0 credits, achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and complete COPB50H3 and COPB51H3. It is strongly recommended that CHMB16H3 be completed before the first work term.

Students must be available for work terms in each of the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters and must complete at least one of their required work terms in either a Fall or Winter semester. This requires that students take courses during at least one Summer semester.

Co-op Course Requirements
In addition to their academic program requirements, Co-op students complete the following Co-op specific courses as part of their degree:

  • Co-op Preparation courses: COPB50H3 and COPB51H3 (completed in first year)
  • Work Term Search courses: COPB52H3 (semester prior to first work term), COPC98H3 (semester prior to second work term), and COPC99H3 (semester prior to third work term)
  • Co-op Work Term courses: COPC05H3 (each semester a student is on work term)

These courses are designed to prepare students for their job search and work term experience, and to maximize the benefits of their Co-op work terms. They must be completed in sequence, and fall into three categories: Co-op Preparation courses (COPB50H3 & COPB51H3) are completed in first year, and cover a variety of topics intended to assist students in developing the skills and tools required to secure a work term; Work Term Search Courses (COPB52H3, COPC98H3, & COPC99H3) are completed in the semester prior to each work term, and support students while competing for work terms that are appropriate to their program of study, as well as preparing students for the transition into and how to succeed the workplace; Co-op Work Term courses (COPC05H3) are completed during each semester that a student is on work term, and support students’ success while on work term, as well as connecting their academics and the workplace experience.

Co-op courses are taken in addition to a full course load. They are recorded on transcripts as credit/no credit (CR/NCR) and are considered to be additive credit to the 20.0 required degree credits. No additional course fee is assessed as registration is included in the Co-op Program fee.

For information on fees, status in Co-op programs, and certification of completion of Co-op programs, see the Co-operative Programs section and the Arts and Science Co-op section in the UTSC Calendar.

MAJOR PROGRAM IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCMAJ0361

For an updated list of Program Supervisors, please visit the Chemistry website.

The Major program in Environmental Chemistry will introduce students to the main areas within chemistry, with an emphasis on analytical, environmental, inorganic, and organic chemistry, and also ensure students gain foundational knowledge of the environmental sciences. Students will develop both theoretical knowledge and practical lab skills throughout their course work. This program is intended for students who are interested in developing basic environmental skills, but who also seek the flexibility of combining this program with other Major and Minor programs. Students interested in developing depth in Environmental Chemistry should consider the Specialist or Specialist (Co-operative) program in Environmental Chemistry.

This program cannot be combined with the Major/Major Co-op programs in Biochemistry, the Major/Major Co-op programs in Chemistry, the Major/Major Co-op programs in Environmental Science, or the Minor in Environmental Science.

Program Requirements
Students must complete 9.0 credits as follows:

First Year (3.0 credits):
CHMA10H3 Introductory Chemistry I: Structure and Bonding
[CHMA11H3 Introductory Chemistry II: Reactions and Mechanisms or CHMA12H3 Advanced General Chemistry]
[MATA29H3 Calculus I for Life Sciences or MATA30H3 Calculus I for Physical Sciences] 
[MATA35H3 Calculus II for Biological Sciences or MATA36H3 Calculus II for Physical Sciences]
EESA01H3 Introduction to Environmental Science
and 0.5 credit from:
EESA06H3 Introduction to Planet Earth
EESA07H3 Water
EESA11H3 Environmental Pollution

Second and Later Years (6.0 credits):
CHMB16H3 Techniques in Analytical Chemistry
CHMB31H3 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
CHMB41H3 Organic Chemistry I
CHMB42H3 Organic Chemistry II
CHMB55H3 Environmental Chemistry
CHMC11H3 Principles of Analytical Information
and 0.5 credit from:
EESB03H3 Principles of Climatology
EESB04H3 Principles of Hydrology
EESB05H3 Principles of Soil Science
and
2.5 additional credits in CHM courses that meet the following criteria:
i. at least 2.0 credits must be at the C- or D-level
ii. at least 0.5 credit must be at the D-level
iii. at least 0.5 credit at the C- or D-level must be a course with a laboratory component (CHMD16H3 is highly recommended)

MAJOR (CO-OPERATIVE) PROGRAM IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (SCIENCE) - SCMAJ0361C

For an updated list of Academic Program Supervisors, please visit the Chemistry website.
Co-op Program Coordinator: coopsuccess.utsc@utoronto.ca

The Major (Co-op) Program in Environmental Chemistry is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program that combines academic studies with paid work terms in the public, private, and/or non-profit sectors. The program provides students with the opportunity to develop the academic and professional skills required to pursue employment in these areas, or to continue on to graduate training in an academic field related to Environmental Chemistry upon graduation.

In addition to their academic course requirements, students must successfully complete the additive Arts & Science Co-op Work Term and Course requirements.

Enrolment Requirements
The minimum qualifications for entry are 4.0 credits, including: CHMA10H3, [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3], MATA30H3, MATA36H3, EESA01H3, and 0.5 credit from: [EESA06H3, EESA07H3, EESA11H3], plus a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.

Current Co-op Students:
Students admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt in their first year of study must request a Co-op Subject POSt on ACORN upon completion of 4.0 credits and must meet the minimum qualifications for entry as noted above.

Prospective Co-op Students:
Students must request the Co-op program on ACORN. Submission deadlines follow the Limited Enrolment Program Application Deadlines set by the Office of the Registrar each year. Failure to make the program request on ACORN will result in the student's application not being considered.

Academic Program Requirements
Students must complete the program requirements as described in the Major Program in Environmental Chemistry.

Co-op Work Term Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete Co-op work term(s) as follows: three 4-month work terms, one 4-month work term and one 8-month work term, or one 12-month work term. To be eligible for their first work term, students must be enrolled in the Major(Co-op) Program in Environmental Chemistry and have completed at least 7.0 credits, achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and complete COPB50H3 and COPB51H3.It is strongly recommended that CHMB16H3 be completed before the first work term.

Students must be available for work terms in each of the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters and must complete at least one of their required work terms in either a Fall or Winter semester. This requires that students take courses during at least one Summer semester.

Co-op Course Requirements
In addition to their academic program requirements, Co-op students complete the following Co-op specific courses as part of their degree:

  • Co-op Preparation courses: COPB50H3 and COPB51H3 (completed in first year)
  • Work Term Search courses: COPB52H3 (semester prior to first work term), COPC98H3 (semester prior to second work term), and COPC99H3 (semester prior to third work term)
  • Co-op Work Term courses: COPC05H3 (each semester a student is on work term)

These courses are designed to prepare students for their job search and work term experience, and to maximize the benefits of their Co-op work terms. They must be completed in sequence, and fall into three categories: Co-op Preparation courses (COPB50H3 & COPB51H3) are completed in first year, and cover a variety of topics intended to assist students in developing the skills and tools required to secure a work term; Work Term Search Courses (COPB52H3, COPC98H3, & COPC99H3) are completed in the semester prior to each work term, and support students while competing for work terms that are appropriate to their program of study, as well as preparing students for the transition into and how to succeed the workplace; Co-op Work Term courses (COPC05H3) are completed during each semester that a student is on work term, and support students’ success while on work term, as well as connecting their academics and the workplace experience.

Co-op courses are taken in addition to a full course load. They are recorded on transcripts as credit/no credit (CR/NCR) and are considered to be additive credit to the 20.0 required degree credits. No additional course fee is assessed as registration is included in the Co-op Program fee.

For information on fees, status in Co-op programs, and certification of completion of Co-op programs, see the Co-operative Programs section and the Arts and Science Co-op section in the UTSC Calendar.

 

Chemistry Courses

CHMA10H3 - Introductory Chemistry I: Structure and Bonding

This course will introduce the study of chemical properties and transformations of matter. The course starts with the quantum mechanical model of the atom and the principles of how the periodic table is organized. Key reaction types are explored including acid/base, redox, and precipitation as well as a quantitative description of gases. Bonding and structure in chemical compounds is examined followed by a close look at solutions, solids and intermolecular forces. The course concludes with nuclear chemistry. This course includes a three-hour laboratory every other week.

Exclusion: CHM120H5, CHM151Y1
Recommended Preparation: Grade 12 Chemistry and [Grade 12 Advanced Functions or Grade 12 Calculus] are highly recommended
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Note: [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3] and [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3] are required for some higher level Physical and Environmental Sciences courses.

CHMA11H3 - Introductory Chemistry II: Reactions and Mechanisms

This course quantitatively examines reactions and equilibria in chemical systems with an emphasis on their thermodynamic properties and chemical kinetics. The course begins with a close examination of solutions followed by dynamic chemical equilibrium. This leads directly to acid/base and solubility equilibria and thermochemistry, including calorimetry. The course concludes with thermodynamics, kinetics and electrochemistry with a strong emphasis on the how these are connected to Gibbs Free Energy. This course includes a three hour laboratory every other week.

Prerequisite: CHMA10H3
Exclusion: CHMA12H3, CHM110H5, CHM135H1, CHM139H1, CHM151Y1
Recommended Preparation: [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3]
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Note: [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3] and [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3] are required for some higher level Physical and Environmental Sciences courses.

CHMA12H3 - Advanced General Chemistry

This course will build on the topics from CHMA10H3, including a close examination of solutions, dynamic chemical equilibrium, acid/base and solubility equilibria and thermochemistry, including calorimetry and thermodynamics, kinetics and electrochemistry as they relate to Gibbs Free Energy. In this course, students will explore these ideas in more detail both from a theoretical and practical point of view, in comparison to CHMA11H3. The lecture portion will focus on how chemical concepts are applied in cutting edge research. The weekly laboratory period will provide students with access to the most current equipment used in both industrial and research settings as well as workshops that will explore how to analyze and extract data from published, peer-reviewed journal articles.

Prerequisite: CHMA10H3 with a grade of 70% or higher and [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3]
Exclusion: CHMA11H3, CHM151Y1, CHM135H1, CHM110H5

CHMB16H3 - Techniques in Analytical Chemistry

An introduction to the principles and methods of classical analysis and the provision of practical experience in analytical laboratory techniques. The course deals primarily with quantitative chemical analysis. Classical methods of volumetric analysis, sampling techniques, statistical handling of data are studied, as well as a brief introduction to spectro-chemical methods. This course includes a four hour laboratory every week.

Prerequisite: CHMA10H3 and [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3] and [MATA29H3 or MATA30H3] and [MATA35H3 or MATA36H3]
Exclusion: CHM211H5, CHM217H1
Recommended Preparation: STAB22H3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMB20H3 - Chemical Thermodynamics and Elementary Kinetics

The concept of chemical potential; phase equilibria; solutions; chemical equilibria (including electrochemical applications); elementary reactions; multi-step and coupled reactions (with biochemical applications); elementary collision theory and transition state theory. This course includes a weekly tutorial.

Prerequisite: [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3] and [ MATA35H3 or MATA36H3 or MATA37H3] and [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3]
Exclusion: CHMB23H3, CHM220H1, CHM222H1, CHM225Y1, JCP221H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Note: Students interested in taking C-level Physical Chemistry courses should take PHYA10H3 instead of PHYA11H3. Some C-level Physical Chemistry courses have PHYA21H3 and MATB41H3 as prerequisites, and PHYA21H3 requires PHYA10H3 as a prerequisite.

CHMB21H3 - Chemical Structure and Spectroscopy

This course uses quantum mechanics to describe atomic and molecular structure and bonding. The theory of these systems is treated first and their spectroscopy afterwards. The following topics are covered: motivation for quantum mechanics, Schrödinger’s equations, quantum postulates and formalisms, solutions of the time-independent Schrödinger equation for model systems (particle in a box, harmonic oscillator, rigid rotor, hydrogen-like atoms), angular momentum operator, electron spin, many electron atoms, theories of chemical bonding (valence bond theory and molecular orbital theory), quantum mechanics of the internal motion of molecules, spectroscopy of atomic and molecular systems.

Prerequisite: CHMB20H3 or CHMB23H3
Exclusion: CHM223H1, CHM225Y1
Recommended Preparation: MATA23H3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Note: Students in the Specialist and Specialist Co-op programs in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry are advised to complete CHMB23H3 rather than CHMB20H3 prior to enrolling in CHMB21H3.

CHMB23H3 - Introduction to Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics: Theory and Practice

This course explores the concepts of chemical potential, phase equilibria, solutions, chemical equilibria (including electrochemical applications), elementary reactions, multi-step and coupled reactions (with biochemical applications), elementary collision theory and transition state theory.

Prerequisite: [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3] and [ MATA35H3 or MATA36H3 or MATA37H3] and [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3]
Exclusion: CHMB20H3, CHM220H1, CHM222H1, CHM225Y1, JCP221H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Note: 1. Restricted to students in the following programs: Specialist in Biological Chemistry, Specialist in Chemistry, Major in Biochemistry, Major in Chemistry 2. Lectures are shared with CHMB20H3. 3. Students interested in taking C-level Physical Chemistry courses should take PHYA10H3 instead of PHYA11H3. Some C-level Physical Chemistry courses have PHYA21H3 and MATB41H3 as prerequisites, and PHYA21H3 requires PHYA10H3 as a prerequisite.

CHMB31H3 - Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry

Fundamental periodic trends and descriptive chemistry of the main group elements are covered. The topics include structures, bonding and reactivity; solid state structures and energetics; and selected chemistry of Group 1, 2, and 13-18. The course has an accompanying practical (laboratory) component taking place every second week.

Prerequisite: CHMA10H3 and [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3]
Exclusion: CHM238Y, CHM231H
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMB41H3 - Organic Chemistry I

This course begins with a review of chemical bonding in organic structures, followed by an in depth look at conformational analysis and stereochemistry. It explores the reactivity of organic molecules, starting with acid-base reactions, simple additions to carbonyl compounds, reactions of alkenes and alkynes, and substitution reactions. The course includes weekly tutorials and a four hour laboratory every other week.

Prerequisite: [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3]
Exclusion: CHM136H1, CHM138H1, CHM151Y1, CHM242H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMB42H3 - Organic Chemistry II

This course builds on the topics seen in Organic Chemistry I. Major reactions include electrophilic and nucleophilic aromatic substitutions, and the chemistry of carbonyl compounds. Spectroscopic methods for structure determination are explored (NMR, MS, IR), along with the chemistry of biologically important molecules such as heterocycles and carbohydrates. This course includes a four-hour laboratory every other week, as well as weekly one-hour tutorials.

Prerequisite: [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3] and CHMB41H3
Exclusion: CHM243H5, CHM247H1, CHM249H1
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMB43Y3 - Organic Chemistry I and II

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of organic chemistry. Major topics include organic acids/bases, stereochemistry, substitution/elimination mechanisms, reactions of alkenes/alkynes, radicals, aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, oxidation/reduction, radicals, spectroscopy, heterocycles and carbohydrates. Includes a 4 hour lab and 6 hours of lecture each week.

Prerequisite: Completion of at least 4.0 credits, including CHMA10H3 and [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3]. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7. Permission of instructor.
Exclusion: CHMB41H3, CHMB42H3, CHM138H, CHM151Y, CHM247H, CHM249H, CHM242H, CHM245H
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMB55H3 - Environmental Chemistry

An investigation of aspects of chemical substances and processes as they occur in the environment, including both naturally occurring and synthetic chemicals.
This course will include an introduction to atmospheric chemistry, aqueous chemistry, some agricultural and industrial chemistry, and chemical analysis of contaminants and pollutants.

Prerequisite: CHMA10H3 and [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3]
Exclusion: CHM310H
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMB62H3 - Introduction to Biochemistry

This course is designed as an introduction to the molecular structure of living systems. Topics will include the physical and chemical properties of proteins, enzymes, fatty acids, lipids, carbohydrates, metabolism and biosynthesis. Emphasis will be placed on the relationships between the chemical structure and biological function.

Prerequisite: CHMA10H3 and [CHMA11H3 or CHMA12H3] and CHMB41H3
Exclusion: BIOC12H3 and BIOC13H3 and BCH210H and BCH242Y and BCH311H and CHM361H and CHM362H
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Note: This course cannot be taken by students enrolled in the Specialist Program in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry and Major Program in Biochemistry.

CHMC11H3 - Principles of Analytical Instrumentation

An introduction to the workings and application of modern analytical instrumentation. A range of modern instrumentation including NMR spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry, Microscopy. Light Spectroscopy (visible, Ultra Violet, Infrared, Fluorescence, Phosphorescence), X-ray, Chromatography and electrochemical separations will be addressed. Principles of measurement; detection of photons, electrons and ions; instrument and experiment design and application; noise reduction techniques and signal-to-noise optimization will be covered.

Prerequisite: CHMB16H3
Exclusion: CHM317H1, CHM311H5
Recommended Preparation: CHMB20H3 and CHMB21H3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMC16H3 - Analytical Instrumentation

A laboratory course to complement CHMC11H3, Principles of Analytical Instrumentation.
This course provides a practical introduction and experience in the use of modern analytical instrumentation with a focus on the sampling, sample preparation (extraction, clean-up, concentration, derivatization), instrumental trace analysis and data interpretation of various pharmaceutical, biological and environmental samples.
This course includes a four hour laboratory every week.

Prerequisite: CHMC11H3
Exclusion: CHM317H1, CHM396H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMC20H3 - Intermediate Physical Chemistry

Basic statistical mechanics and applications to thermochemistry and kinetics; intermolecular interactions; concepts in reaction dynamics.

Prerequisite: CHMB23H3 and CHMB21H3 and MATB41H3 and PHYA21H3
Exclusion: CHM328H1, JCP322H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMC21H3 - Topics in Biophysical Chemistry

Advanced topics in Physical Chemistry with emphasis on biochemical systems. Spectroscopic methods for (bio) molecular structure determination, including IR, NMR, UV/VIS; colloid chemistry; polymers and bio-polymers, bonding structure and statistical mechanics; physical chemistry of membranes, active transport and diffusion; oscillatory (bio)chemical reactions.

Prerequisite: CHMB21H3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMC31Y3 - Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry

A detailed discussion of the structure, bonding, spectroscopy and reactivity of transition metal compounds. After an overview of descriptive chemistry, the focus is on coordination and organometallic chemistry, with an introduction to catalysis and biocoordination chemistry. The laboratory focuses on intermediate and advanced inorganic syntheses, and classical and instrumental characterization methods. This laboratory is six hours in duration and occurs every week.

Prerequisite: CHMB16H3 and [CHMB20H3 or CHMB23H3] and CHMB31H3 and CHMB42H3
Exclusion: CHM338H and CHM331H
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Note: Priority will be given to students in the Specialist programs in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry and Chemistry.

CHMC42H3 - Organic Synthesis

Principles of synthesis organic and functional group transformations; compound stereochemistry, spectroscopy and structure elucidation. This course includes a four hour laboratory every week.

Prerequisite: CHMB41H3 and CHMB42H3
Exclusion: CHM342H1, CHM343H1, CHM345H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMC47H3 - Bio-Organic Chemistry

The chemistry of heterocycles, nucleic acids, terpenes, steroids and other natural products; amino acids, proteins and carbohydrates; introduction to enzyme structure and catalysis.
This course includes a four hour laboratory every week.

Prerequisite: CHMB41H3 and CHMB42H3
Exclusion: CHM347H1, CHM347H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMC71H3 - Medicinal Chemistry

The course focuses on the important concepts in the design and synthesis of drugs. The course may include the principles of pharmacology, drug metabolism and toxicology. Strategies for generating valuable active compounds and structure/activity relationships involved in selective transformations of available building blocks into diversely functionalized derivatives will be discussed. The course provides an overview of reactions used at different stages of the drug development process, using representative examples from the literature and case studies of drugs where applicable.

Prerequisite: CHMC47H3
Exclusion: (CHMD71H3), CHM440H1, CHM444H5
Recommended Preparation: BIOC12H3 or CHMB62H3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMD11H3 - Application of Spectroscopy in Chemical Structure Determination

In this course students will learn about the following analytical techniques used in organic structure determination: mass spectrometry, IR spectroscopy, NMR spectroscopy, and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy. There will be focus on a systematic approach in structure determination through various spectroscopy. Students will receive hands-on training in spectral interpretation, processing and analysis as well as training on the use of different computer software for the purpose of analysis.

Prerequisite: CHMB16H3 and CHMC11H3
Exclusion: CHM442H5
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Course Experience: University-Based Experience
Note: Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Specialist/Specialist Co-op programs in Environmental Chemistry. Additional students will be admitted as space permits. 

CHMD16H3 - Environmental and Analytical Chemistry

Students will learn about analytical techniques used in environmental chemistry, including: gas and liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy. Environmental sampling and ecotoxicology will also be covered. Students will carry out laboratory analyses and receive hands-on training with analytical instrumentation commonly used in environmental chemistry.

Prerequisite: CHMB55H3 and CHMC11H3
Exclusion: CHM317H, CHM410H
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Course Experience: University-Based Experience
Note: Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Specialist/Specialist Co-op in Environmental Chemistry. Additional students will be admitted as space permits.

CHMD39H3 - Topics in Inorganic Chemistry

Advanced topics in inorganic chemistry will be covered at a modern research level. The exact topic will be announced in the Winter Session prior to the course being offered.

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Normally only for individuals who have completed fifteen full credits, including at least two C-level Chemistry courses, and who are pursuing one of the Chemistry Programs.

CHMD41H3 - Physical Organic Chemistry

This course offers an in-depth understanding of organic chemistry by systematically exploring the factors and principles that govern organic reactions. The first half of the course covers fundamentals including boding theories, kinetics, thermodynamics, transition state theory, isotope effects, and Hammett equations. In the second half, these topics are applied to the study of different types of organic reactions, such as nucleophilic substitutions, polar additions/eliminations, pericyclic reactions and radical reactions.

Prerequisite: CHMB41H3 and CHMB42H3
Exclusion: (CHMC41H3), CHM341H5, CHM348H1, CHM443H1
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMD47H3 - Advanced Bio-Organic Chemistry

This course will teach biochemical reactions in the context of Organic Chemistry. This course will build on topics from CHMC47H3. Application of enzymes in organic synthesis, chemical synthesis of complex carbohydrates and proteins, enzyme catalyzed proton transfer reactions and co-enzymes will be discussed in depth with recent literature examples. Experiential learning is an integral part of this course. Students will explore the applications of Bio-Organic Chemistry in healthcare and industrial settings as part of an experiential learning project

Prerequisite: BIOC12H3 and BIOC13H3 and CHMC47H3
Exclusion: CHM447H
Recommended Preparation: CHMB20H3

CHMD59H3 - Modelling the Fate of Organic Chemicals in the Environment

This course introduces quantitative approaches to describe the behaviour of organic chemicals in the environment. Building upon a quantitative treatment of equilibrium partitioning and kinetically controlled transfer processes of organic compounds between gaseous, liquid and solid phases of environmental significance, students will learn how to build, use and evaluate simulation models of organic chemical fate in the environment. The course will provide hands-on experience with a variety of such models.

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Normally recommended for individuals who have completed 15.0 credits, including at least 1.0 credit at the C-level in CHM courses, and who are enrolled in one of the Chemistry programs.
Exclusion: JNC2503H, CHE460H1

CHMD69H3 - Bioinorganic Chemistry

This course will explore the role of the chemical elements other than “the big six” (C, H, O, N, P, S) in living systems, with a focus on metal cations. The topic includes geochemistry and early life, regulation and uptake of metallic elements, structure-function relationships in metalloproteins.

Prerequisite: [[ BIOC12H3 and BIOC13H3] or CHMB62H3] and CHMB31H3
Exclusion: CHM333H, CHM437H
Recommended Preparation: CHMC31Y3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMD79H3 - Topics in Biological Chemistry

Advanced topics in biological chemistry will be covered at a modern research level. The exact topic will be announced in the Winter Session prior to the course being offered.

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Normally recommended for individuals who have completed fifteen full credits, including at least two C-level Chemistry courses, and who are pursuing one of the Chemistry Programs.

CHMD89H3 - Introduction to Green Chemistry

The 'twelve principles' of green chemistry will be discussed in the context of developing new processes and reactions (or modifying old ones) to benefit society while minimizing their environmental impact. Examples will be taken from the recent literature as well as from industrial case studies.

Prerequisite: [CHMC42H3 or CHMC47H3]
Recommended Preparation: CHMB31H3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences

CHMD90Y3 - Directed Research

You can find the names and contact information for the current course coordinators by visiting the Chemistry website.

This course involves participation in an original research project under the direction of a faculty supervisor. Approximately 260 hours of work are expected in CHMD90Y3. The topic will be selected in conference with the course coordinator who will provide project descriptions from potential faculty supervisors. Progress will be monitored during periodic consultations with the faculty supervisor as well as the submission of written reports. The final results of the project will be presented in a written thesis as well as an oral and/or poster presentation at the end of the term.
Please see the note below on registration in CHMD90Y3.

Prerequisite: Permission of the course coordinator.
Exclusion: CHMD91H3, CHMD92H3
Course Experience: University-Based Experience
Note: Students must apply to the course coordinator for admission into this course. Applications must be received by the end of August for enrolment in the fall/spring semester; for enrolment in the summer semester, applications must be received by the end of April.
Applications will consist of:
1) A letter of intent indicating the student's wish to enrol in CHMD90Y3;
2) A list of relevant courses successfully completed as well as any relevant courses to be taken during the current session;
3) Submission of the preferred project form indicating the top four projects of interest to the student. This form is available from the course coordinator, along with the project descriptions. Generally, only students meeting the requirements below will be admitted to CHMD90Y3:
1) A Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.5. Students who do not meet this requirement should consider enrolling in CHMD92H3 instead;
2) Completion of at least 15.0 credits;
3) Completion of at least 1.0 credits of C-level chemistry or biochemistry courses containing a lab component (i.e. CHMC16H3, CHMC31Y3, CHMC42H3, CHMC47H3, BIOC23H3). Once the course coordinator (or designate)* has approved enrolment to CHMD90Y3, they will sign the course enrolment form for submission to the registrar.
*Note that the course coordinator (or designate) is the only one permitted to give "permission of instructor" on this form.

CHMD91H3 - Directed Research

You can find the names and contact information for the current course coordinators by visiting the Chemistry website.

This course involves participation in an original research project under the direction of a faculty supervisor. Approximately 130 hours of work are expected in CHMD91H3. The topic will be selected in conference with the course coordinator who will provide project descriptions from potential faculty supervisors. Progress will be monitored during periodic consultations with the faculty supervisor as well as the submission of written reports. The final results of the project will be presented in a written thesis as well as an oral and/or poster presentation at the end of the term.
Please see the note below on registration in CHMD91H3.

Prerequisite: Permission of the course coordinator.
Exclusion: CHMD90Y3, CHMD92H3
Course Experience: University-Based Experience
Note: Students must apply to the course coordinator for admission into this course. Applications must be received by the end of August for enrolment in the fall/spring semester; for enrolment in the summer semester, applications must be received by the end of April.
Applications will consist of:
1) A letter of intent indicating the student's wish to enroll in either CHMD90Y3 or CHMD91H3;
2) A list of relevant courses successfully completed as well as any relevant courses to be taken during the current session;
3) Submission of the preferred project form indicating the top four projects of interest to the student. This form is available from the course coordinator, along with the project descriptions.

Generally, only students meeting the following requirements will be admitted to CHMD91H3:
1) A Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.5. Students who do not meet this requirement should consider enrolling in CHMD92H3 instead;
2) Completion of at least 15.0 credits;
3) Completion of at least 1.0 credits of C-level chemistry or biochemistry courses containing a lab component (i.e. CHMC16H3, CHMC31Y3, CHMC42H3, CHMC47H3, BIOC23H3). Once the course coordinator (or designate)* has approved enrolment to CHMD91H3, s/he will sign the course enrolment form for submission to the registrar.
*Note that the course coordinator (or designate) is the only one permitted to give "permission of instructor" on this form.

CHMD92H3 - Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Course

A lab course designed to introduce students to modern synthetic methods while performing multi-step syntheses. The course will consist of two, six hour lab days every week. Students will develop advanced practical synthetic and analytic skills by working with important reactions taken from different chemistry disciplines.


Prerequisite: CHMC42H3 or CHMC31Y3
Exclusion: CHMD90Y3 and CHMD91H3
Breadth Requirements: Natural Sciences
Course Experience: University-Based Experience

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