COURSE CURRICULUM

Ottawa equates to a 0.5-unit course at Carleton University. Topics cover diverse areas such as radiochemistry (CHM 5105), surface chemistry and nanostructures (CHM 5108), mass spectrometry applications (CHM 5109), and nanotechnology physical methods (CHM 5206). Additional nanotechnology-related courses include CHM 5207 and CHM 5208, which focus on synthetic and biological macromolecular nanostructures, respectively. Environmental chemistry and toxicology are explored in CHM 5606. Advanced topics include scientific data processing (CHM 8104), bioorganic chemistry (CHM 8126), and organic spectroscopy (CHM 8134). Molecular spectroscopy special topics (CHM 8150) and directed special studies (CHM 8158) allow for customized learning under faculty guidance. Polymer chemistry (CHM 8164) addresses synthesis and characterization of various polymer types. CHM 8165 discusses modern protein engineering techniques, while CHM 8173 and CHM 8175 provide foundational and advanced content in molecular simulation and statistical mechanics. Stereoselective synthesis (CHM 8174) covers catalyst and substrate-controlled methodologies. CHM 8176 introduces chemistry education theory and research, focusing on learning strategies and educational methodologies. Several courses, including CHM 5108, 5109, 5206, 5207, 5208, 5606, 8104, 8126, 8134, 8150, 8158, 8164, 8173, 8174, 8175, and 8176, are cross-listed with equivalents at Carleton University, ensuring academic alignment between the institutions. Many courses integrate contemporary challenges and technological applications, with offerings in areas such as nanotechnology, spectroscopy, polymer science, bioorganic chemistry, and computational modeling. Students are often required to have background knowledge in chemistry fundamentals or departmental permission for enrollment. The curriculum is designed to offer theoretical understanding, practical skills, and exposure to current research topics relevant to both academic and industrial chemistry contexts.