| Semester
One |
COMM
1001 Technical Communications/
Computer Applications
Students become familiar with techniques for presenting technical
material in written and oral form. Microsoft Word is used for
assignments. |
BIOS
1000 Cell Biology
Cell Biology is an introductory course focusing on topics of
cell structure and function, the flow of energy in cells, and
the exchange of information in and between cells. Basic biological
laboratory exercises augment theoretical material. |
CHEM
1000 General Chemistry 1
An introductory chemistry course that includes review of elements
and their symbols, nomenclature of inorganic compounds and ions,
chemical calculations, chemical equations, and concentration
of solutions. Lab work supplements the theory. |
CHEM
1001 Organic Chemistry 1
This course is designed as an introduction to organic chemistry.
A special effort is made to illustrate the practical applications
of organic chemistry to everyday life and biological processes. |
| Semester
Two |
MATH
1004 Mathematics 2/
Computer Applications
Engineering and scientific applications involving properties
of exponents, logarithms and special graphing techniques. Microsoft
Excel will be used.
Prerequisites: COMM 1001 & MATH 1003 |
BIOS
1001 Introduction to Microbiology
This applied biology course provides an introduction to microbiological
theory, specifically addressing the fundamentals of microbiology,
bacterial morphology, growth, nutrition and control. The principal
divisions of the field are discussed, and their economic or
medical applications. |
CHEM
1002 Organic Chemistry 2
A continuation of Organic Chemistry 1. Laboratory work supplements
the theory.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1001
|
CHEM
1003 General Chemistry 2
This course gives an introduction to chemical kinetics, equilibrium,
acid-base titration, electro and solution chemistry. Relevant
lab work and techniques are emphasized.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1000 |
BIOS
1006 Anatomy and Physiology
This is a introductory course that covers the fundamentals
of human anatomy and physiology: cells, tissues, organs and
organ systems and the ways in which they function.
Prerequisite: BIOS 1000
|
| Semester
Three |
MATH
2002 Statistics and Data Analysis
Topics covered: measures of central tendency, measures of variation,
frequency distributions, linear regression and the normal distribution.
Microsoft Excel is used to generate statistical reports and
graphs.
Prerequisite: MATH 1004 |
BIOS
2000 Microbiology
This applied biology course provides an introduction to microbiological
theory and skills: specifically addressing microscopy, staining
methods, cultivation of microorganisms, control of microbial
growth, enumeration, water sanitary analysis and industrial
application. |
CHEM
2000 Analytical Chemistry 1
An introductory course dealing with the general methods of quantitative
and qualitative chemical analysis. Laboratory work supplements
the theory.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1003 |
CHEM
2001 Chemical Instrumentation 1
This course stresses the basic concepts and techniques of chromatography
(thin layer, column, paper, and gas) and spectrophotometry (IR,
UV, visible). In addition, sample preparation is discussed.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1003 |
BIOS
2006 Biotechnology 1
Biotechnology is an introductory course focusing on applications
of biotechnology in animal and plant genetics, environmental
remediation, forensics, gene therapy, the human genome project,
marine biology, and medicine.
Prerequisite: BIOS 1001 |
| Semester
Four |
CHEM
2002 Chemical Instrumentation 2
This course deals with a wide range of instrumental parameters
and techniques of analysis and includes advanced gas chromatography,
liquid chromatography, flame photometry, polarimetry, refractometry,
UV, IR and visible spectrophotometry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2001 |
BIOS
2001 Fermentation Technology
This course covers the fundamentals of fermentation technology
and bioprocessing. Subject material includes batch and continuous
fermentation, production of biomass, bioconversions, the use
of immobilized cells and recovery of byproducts.
Prerequisites: BIOS 1001 & BIOS 2000 |
PLAC
2000 One Week Placement
A one-week placement in the field. |
BIOS
2002 Botany
This course presents the fundamentals of plant anatomy and physiology
with particular reference to those characteristics that benefit
mankind: food, flavoring, wood, paper, fibres, and medicines.
Prerequisite: BIOS 1000 |
BIOS
2003 Genetics
Introduction to the fundamental principles of genetics: cellular
reproduction, mechanisms of inheritance, genes and the genetic
code, RNA and protein synthesis and basic human genetics.
Prerequisite: BIOS 1000 |
| BIOS
2004 Pharmacology
A study of basic pharmacology to prepare students to work
in the field of pharmaceutical manufacturing and research,
label and regulatory requirements or clinical studies.
Prerequisite: BIOS 1006
|
BIOS
2005 Introduction to Nutrition
This course covers the fundamentals of nutrition: where nutrients
occur, how they are absorbed and metabolized, dietary requirements
in relation to the growth, health, reproductive success and
longevity of humans.
Prerequisite: BIOS 1006 |
| Semester
Five |
BIOS
3000 Biochemistry
An introduction to the chemistry of carbohydrates and metabolism
of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, and minerals.
Laboratory work supplements the theory.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1002 |
BIOS
3001 Extraction Technology
This course describes the fundamentals of extraction techniques
used to extract chemicals from plant materials, e.g., solid-liquid
extraction.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1002 & CHEM 1003 |
BIOS
3002 Neutraceuticals
This course presents the effects of natural products on human
health. Topics include plant colours, flavours, and fibres,
fatty acids, dairy products, enhancing the effect of neutraceuticals
through processing techniques and an introduction to the development
of neutraceutical products. |
BIOS
3003 Plant Identification
The techniques used to identify angiosperms to species level,
with special emphasis on those with potential phytomedicinal
properties.
Prerequisite: BIOS 2002 |
| Semester
Six |
ENVR
3000 Toxicology
Introduction to the study of the harmful interactions between
chemicals and biological systems. Living things are exposed
to a variety of toxins, ranging from metals and inorganic molecule
large complex organic compounds. Toxicology applies concepts
of basic biochemistry, chemistry, pathology and physiology,
along with experimental observation and analysis. Topics covered
in this course include basic principles of toxicology, interaction
of pollutants with natural systems, biological response to toxicants,
ecotoxicology of pollutants, bioassay/biomonitoring techniques
and ecotoxicological decision making. Where possible, examples
will be drawn from Ontario and the Great Lakes basin.
Prerequisites: BIOS 1006 & BIOS 1005 |
CHEM
3000 Food Chemistry
This course gives the student a basic knowledge of the chemistry
of foods and food analysis. An oral presentation by the student
on a food ingredient topic is included. The labs emphasize food
analysis methods used by the food industry.
Prerequisite: BIOS 3000 |
BIOS
3004 GMP/GLP
This course follows the Therapeutic Products Program guidelines
on Good Manufacturing Practices as referred to in the Food and
Drug Regulations.
Prerequisite: BIOS 2004 |
BIOS
3005 Tissue Culture
An introductory course on techniques used to culture plant and
animal cells in artificial media. The uses of such cell cultures
are investigated and lectures are supplemented by labs and field
trips.
Prerequisite: BIOS 1001 |
BIOS
3006 Prospecting
The techniques used for discovering, identifying and sampling
potentially useful plants in the wild are discussed.
Prerequisite: BIOS 2002 |
PLAC
3003 One Month Placement
A one-month placement in the field. |
