Polymers and Materials Chemistry

Courses

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  • Four half-courses to include at least two of the three core half-courses (CHM1206H, CHM1301H, CHM1302H).
  • A formal permission from the Associate Chair is required if a student needs to take a course other than the core course to complete his or her course requirements within the sub-discipline.

Seminars

  • Presentation of at least two seminars (usually in the second and fourth years of study) and participation in the Polymers and Materials Chemistry seminar program (CHM1390Y).
  • The first seminar will be an independent research proposal; the second seminar will be a presentation on research.

Research

  • Enrolment in Polymers and Materials Research course (CHM2303H) every term, starting in the second term of program registration.
  • Students receive a grade from the supervisor for work undertaken in the laboratory toward completion of the thesis. 

Comprehensive Field Examination

  • Successful completion of an oral examination in the area of Polymers and Materials Chemistry, usually completed following the course work.