ECON 1100: Introduction to Economics I

An introduction to microeconomics intended to provide students with the tools necessary to begin to understand and evaluate how resources are allocated in a market economy. Specific topics include how markets function and theories of the business firm, of consumer behaviour, and of income distribution. The economic roles of labour unions and government are also […]

ECON 1110: Introduction to Economics II

This course is an introduction to macroeconomics. The emphasis is upon measuring and explaining what determines economic aggregates such as the total national product (GDP) and the level of prices and employment. The role of money and financial institutions, the impact of international trade and the policy options available to governments for coping with inflation […]

MATH 1730: Integral Calculus

This course will cover antiderivatives, the definite integral and the fundamental theorem of calculus, techniques of integration, applications, improper integrals, sequences and series, convergence tests, power series, Taylor and Maclaurin series, and polar and parametric coordinates. (Prerequisite: MATH-1760 or MATH-1720.) (3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour per week.)

MATH 1270: Linear Algebra (Engineering)

his course will cover linear systems, linear transformations, matrix algebra, determinants, vectors in Rn, dot product, orthogonalization, diagonalization, eigenvectors and eigenvalues, in the context of and with an emphasis on a broad range of applications in Science and Engineering. Students who do not have credit for MCV4U should take MATH-1260. (Prerequisite: MATH-1280 or both Ontario […]

MATH 1720: Differential Calculus

This course will cover trigonometric functions and identities, inverse trigonometric functions, limits and continuity, derivatives and applications, mean value theorem, indeterminate forms and l’Hôpital’s rule, antiderivatives and an introduction to definite integrals. This course is for students who have taken both Ontario Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U) and Ontario Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U). […]

MATH 1760: Functions and Differential Calculus

This course will cover a review of functions, trigonometric functions and identities, transcendental functions, inverse trigonometric functions, introduction to limits, continuity, derivatives and applications, mean value theorem, indeterminate forms and l’Hôpital’s rule, antiderivatives and an introduction to definite integrals. This course is for students who have taken Ontario Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U) but have […]

MATH 1250: Linear Algebra I

This course will cover linear systems, matrix algebra, determinants, n-dimensional vectors, dot product, cross product, orthogonalization, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization and vector spaces. (Prerequisites: Both Ontario Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U) and Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) or MATH-1280.) (Antirequisites: MATH-1260, MATH-1270.) (3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour per week.)

MATH 1260: Vectors and Linear Algebra

This course is for students without Ontario Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U). The course MATH-1250 is for students with MCV4U. This course will cover vectors, three-dimensional geometry, linear systems, matrix algebra, determinants, n- dimensional vectors, dot product, cross product, orthogonalization, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization and vector spaces. (Prerequisite: Ontario Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U).) (Antirequisites: […]

MATH 1020: Mathematical Foundations

This course will cover mathematical logic, proof methods and development of proof techniques, mathematical induction, sets, equivalence relations, partial ordering relations and functions. (Prerequisite: One of COMP 1000, MATH 1250, MATH 1260 or MATH 1270.) (2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours per week.)

MATH 1780: Access to Differential Calculus

The course will cover straight lines, relations and functions, trigonometric functions, limits, derivatives, curve sketching, equations and inequalities, transformations, symmetry, exponential and logarithmic functions. This course serves as the prerequisite for MATH 1720 and MATH 1760. Majors in Science, majors in Engineering and students with at least 70% in Ontario Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U) […]

PHYS 1300: Introductory Physics for Life Sciences

This is an algebra-based course intended for students interested in the biological or health sciences, or related disciplines. The topics covered include: the basic mechanical concepts of force, work and energy; and properties of matter, and heat, with examples and applications drawn from the modeling of biological systems. (Prerequisites: one 4 “U” mathematics course or […]

PHYS 1305: Introductory Physics for Life Sciences I (B)

This is an algebra-based course intended for students interested in the biological or health sciences, or related disciplines. The topics covered include the basic mechanical concepts of force, work and energy, properties of matter, and heat, with examples and applications drawn from the modeling of biological systems. This course serves as the prerequisite for PHYS-1400 […]

PHYS 1310: Introductory Physics for Life Sciences II

This course is a continuation of PHYS-1305 intended for students interested in the biological or health sciences, or related disciplines. The topics covered include wave motion, sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and an introduction to topics in modern physics involving the life sciences such as the quantum nature of radiation and its interaction with biomolecules, […]

PHYS 1400: Introductory Physics I

Mechanics; properties of matter and heat. A calculus-based course. (Prerequisites: Grade 12 “U” Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus or equivalent.) (Recommended corequisite: MATH 1720.) (3 lecture hours a week, 2 laboratory hours and 1 tutorial hour every week.) (Antirequisites: PHYS 1300, PHYS 1305.) (Open to students in Human Kinetics, Forensic Science, Bachelor of Arts and […]

PHYS 1410: Introductory Physics II

Wave motion, sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and modern physics. (Prerequisite: PHYS 1400 or GENG-1110.) (3 lecture hours per week, 1 tutorial hour and 2 laboratory hours every week.) (Antirequisites: PHYS-1310.) (Open to students in Engineering, Human Kinetics, Forensic Science, Bachelor of Arts and Science, and all programs within in the Faculty of Science. Exceptions […]

STAT 2910: Statistics for the Sciences

Descriptive statistics. Probability, discrete and continuous distributions. Point and interval estimation. Hypothesis testing. Goodness of fit. Contingency tables. (Prerequisite: Grade 12 “U” Advanced Level Mathematics or equivalent, or Grade 11 Functions and Relations, or Grade 11 Functions.) (Antirequisites: 02-250, 73-101, 73-102, 73-105, 73-205, and GENG 2220.) (May not be taken for credit after taking 65-250 […]

FRSC 1000: Introduction to Forensic Science

This course will survey the many disciplines of Forensic Science from the crime scene, to the laboratory, and ultimately to the courtroom. It will incorporate expertise in crime scene and death investigations including bloodstain pattern analysis, forensic pathology, entomology, and anthropology. It will also include guest speakers from the fields of forensic biology, chemistry, and […]

ESCI 2400: Geomorphology

The geological processes operating on or near Earth’s surface and the development and evolution of erosional and depositional landforms as a result of glacial ice, permafrost, wind, running water, gravity, waves and tides, and exposure to the atmosphere. (3 lecture hours a week.)

ESCI 1141: Cartography and Digital Mapping

This introductory course focuses on the key elements of map design, representation of spatial data and map interpretation. Topics will include projections, datums and coordinate reference systems, scale properties and unit calculations, map symbology and map accuracy. Different mapping approaches, such as choropleth, isoline and dot mapping will be utilized throughout the course. Web-based mapping […]

ESCI 1130: Atmosphere and Climate

An introduction to the atmosphere and the basic principles of meteorology and climatology. Topics include weather systems, atmospheric pollution and inadvertent climate modification, climate change and relationships between climate and living organisms. (3 lecture hours a week.)

ESCI 1111: Introduction to Earth Science

An introduction to earth’s physical character and the processes that shape our planet. The focus is on the geosphere: earth materials; weathering; sedimentation; magmatism and volcanism; metamorphism; deformation; earthquakes; mountain building; and Earth’s internal structure. These will be examined in the context of the origin of the Earth, geologic time, and plate tectonics. The nature […]

ESCI 1100: Introduction to Environmental Science

An introduction to the components of Earth’s environment (geosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere) and the principles and processes defining and influencing environmental systems (energy and matter cycles). Human interactions with, and influences on, the environment will be examined (resource and land use, waste and pollution, development, conservation and sustainability). This course is designed for Science […]

CHEM 1110: General Chemistry II

A continuation of CHEM 1100 covering such topics as: chemical kinetics; general equilibrium theory; acid base theory; chemical thermodynamics; and introduction to organic chemistry. (Prerequisite: CHEM 1100.) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)

CHEM 1100: General Chemistry I

Introductory concepts in chemistry, including reactions of atoms, ions, and molecules; solution stoichiometry; thermochemistry; electronic structure of atoms; basic chemical bonding and molecular geometry; periodic properties of the elements; and the theory of gases. (Prerequisite: Grade 12 “U” Chemistry or equivalent (CHEM-1000), or consent of the instructor.) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory/tutorial hours a week.)

BIOM 1073: Introductory Medical Microbiology

This introductory course provides a foundation in microbiology relating to Nursing. Key concepts in the biology of infectious agents, human-microbe interactions, mechanisms of microbial diseases, control of microbial growth, immunology, epidemiology, and public health. (Open only to Nursing students. May not be used for credit in any Science program.) (Co-requisite: Registration in all courses required […]

BIOL 1111: Biological Diversity

Principles governing living systems; the origins and diversity of life; evolution, reproduction, and heredity; the structure and function of viruses through plants and animals; basic principles of ecology. (Grade 12 “U” Biology or equivalent, or BIOL 1003 and BIOL 1013 are strongly recommended; corequisite: Chemistry CHEM 1110 or equivalent.) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours a […]

BIOL 1101: Cell Biology

Examination of the principles governing living systems, with emphasis on the molecular and cellular basis of life, molecular genetics, energetics, differentiation, and development. (Grade 12 “U” Biology or equivalent, or BIOL 1003 and BIOL 1013 are strongly recommended) (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours a week.)

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After the first day I started playing video games, I knew I wanted my future job to do something with them. I am now studying computer science and hopefully will be able to program games of my own soon. It took me years of researching in different fields before I knew what path I wanted […]

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I made some great friends in my program and had the chance to work on interesting group projects. I also was able to establish some great contacts through my job experiences as part of the co-op program. All in all, you will get out of Computer Science what you put into it.

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