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Course Descriptions
CHEM 740-3 Solid State Materials Chemistry
Solid State Materials Chemistry
CHEM 740
The study of the detailed chemistry of solid state inorganic materials in terms of crystal structures, bonding, preparative methods, analytical and characterization techniques, mixed valence states, solid solutions, defects and non-stoichiometry, molecular mechanisms of the optical, electronic, ionic, magnetic and dielectric properties, and materials applications in advanced technology. Equivalent Courses: CHEM837
CHEM 742-3 Polymeric Materials
Polymeric Materials
CHEM 742
The course covers the detailed chemistry of polymers, including polymer structure, studies of polymer solutions, molecular weight determination, and the synthesis of polymers. In addition, topics of current interest in polymer science will be discussed. Equivalent Courses: CHEM869
CHEM 750-3 Physical Organic Chemistry
Physical Organic Chemistry
CHEM 750
An advanced treatment of mechanism and structure in organic chemistry and the use of physical methods as probes of structure, stereochemistry and conformation.
CHEM 752-3 Bio-organic Chemistry
Bio-organic Chemistry
CHEM 752
An advanced treatment of the use of enzymes in organic synthesis, the use of stable and radio isotopes in the study of enzymatic processes, and the design of enzyme inhibitors.
CHEM 755-3 Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Synthetic Organic Chemistry
CHEM 755
An advanced treatment of strategy in organic synthesis. The principles and use of modern synthetic methodology. Equivalent Courses: CHEM751
CHEM 759-3 Special Topics in Organic Chemistry
Special Topics in Organic Chemistry
CHEM 759
An advanced treatment of specific topics related to the study of organic compounds. Topics which will be discussed will vary from one term to the next.
CHEM 801-3 Student Seminar
Student Seminar
CHEM 801
Discussion of recent literature in chemistry.
CHEM 802-3 M.Sc. Research Proposal and Examination
M.Sc. Research Proposal and Examination
CHEM 802
Each student will submit a written report on his/her research, make an oral presentation, and answer questions relating to their proposed research.
CHEM 808-3 PhD Candidacy Examination
PhD Candidacy Examination
CHEM 808
Each student will submit a written report on his/her research, make an oral presentation and answer questions at the examination. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Prerequisite: For students in the PhD program.
CHEM 819-3 Special Topics in Analytical Chemistry
Special Topics in Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 819
In-depth coverage of a particular area of analytical chemistry. Example subject areas include separation science, mass spectrometry, optical spectroscopy, electrochemistry, or surface science. Occasionally the subject matter of this course will be a survey of recent advances in the field.
CHEM 832-3 Organometallic Chemistry
Organometallic Chemistry
CHEM 832
An advanced treatment of the synthesis, structures, reactions and spectroscopic identification of inorganic compounds.
CHEM 839-3 Special Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
Special Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
CHEM 839
An advanced, in-depth treatment of a specialized area of inorganic chemistry.
CHEM 842-3 Special Topics in Radiochemistry
Special Topics in Radiochemistry
CHEM 842
Theory and practical techniques of the current uses of radioactive isotopes in systems of chemical interest.
CHEM 849-3 Special Topics in Materials Chemistry
Special Topics in Materials Chemistry
CHEM 849
Selected topics in materials chemistry will be covered, which may vary from year to year and may include (but are not limited to): materials with tunable optoelectronic properties, trace element analysis of materials using non-destructive techniques, and materials with applications in producing and utilizing chemical energy.
CHEM 862-3 Molecular Spectroscopy
Molecular Spectroscopy
CHEM 862
Quantum mechanical treatment of atomic and molecular energy levels. In-depth treatment of electronic, vibrational, and rotational spectroscopy including group theory treatment of selection rules that determine observed spectral lines. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Chemistry graduate program.
CHEM 865-3 Electrochemistry
Electrochemistry
CHEM 865
Modern techniques and concepts in electrochemistry. Topics include equilibrium and dynamic electrochemistry, ion transport and voltammetry. Electrochemical systems of increasing importance including chemically modified electrodes, fuel cells and solar energy conversion applications will also be discussed. Equivalent Courses: CHEM863 CHEM869
CHEM 869-3 Special Topics in Physical Chemistry
Special Topics in Physical Chemistry
CHEM 869
A specialized area of physical chemistry will be selected from a list of topics.
CHEM 898-18 MSc Thesis
MSc Thesis
CHEM 898
A thesis for the MSc degree may be written on a topic in either chemistry or chemical education. Students electing to write a thesis in chemical education, are required to complete satisfactorily 10 units of course work in the Faculty of Education in addition to the minimum chemistry degree requirements. The 10 units of course work in the Faculty of Education may not be used for credit towards the PhD degree in Chemistry if the student transfers into the PhD program. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
CHEM 899-18 PhD Thesis
PhD Thesis
CHEM 899
Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
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