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Chemistry and Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Joint Major

Bachelor of Science

This Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) major program is offered jointly by the Department of Chemistry and Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry.

Admission Requirements

Entry requires permission of both Departments.

Program Requirements

Lower Division Requirements

Students complete all of

BISC 101 - General Biology (4)

Introduction to the molecular, cellular and physiological mechanisms of living organisms (microorganisms, plants, animals). Lecture and lab topics include cell structure and function, flow of genetic information, enzyme function, metabolism, whole organism form and function (circulation, gas exchange, nutrition, osmoregulation). BISC 101 and 102 can be taken in either order. Prerequisite: Biology 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of C (or BISC 100 with a minimum grade of C-, or BISC 113 with a minimum grade of C+, or BPK 105 with a minimum grade of C+, or HSCI 100 with a minimum grade of C+); and Chemistry 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of C (or CHEM 111 with a minimum grade of C-; or CHEM 110 and 115, both with a minimum grade of C-). Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby

D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D112 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D113 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D114 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D115 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D116 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D117 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D118 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D119 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D120 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D121 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D201 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Surrey
D202 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Surrey
D203 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Surrey
D204 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D205 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
D206 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
LAS1 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
LAS2 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
LAS3 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
BISC 102 - General Biology (4)

Introduction to evolution and ecology, focusing on the processes that shape the diversity of life on earth. Lecture and lab topics include: natural selection and other mechanisms of evolutionary change, phylogeny, genetics, speciation, behaviour, species interactions, population ecology, and ecosystems. BISC 101 and 102 may be taken in either order. Prerequisite: Biology 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of C (or BISC 100 with a minimum grade of C-, or BISC 113 with a minimum grade of C+, or BPK 105 with a minimum grade of C+, or HSCI 100 with a minimum grade of C+). Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Kevin Lam
Melissa Chen
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby

D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D112 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D113 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D114 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D115 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D116 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
BISC 202 - Genetics (3)

Principles and concepts of transmission of genetic information. Topics include: molecular basis of inheritance, interpretation of pedigrees, chromosomal mapping, linkage, crosses, epigenetics, and the regulation and flow of genetic information from DNA to proteins. Focus on problem-solving. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102, both with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sessional
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 121 - General Chemistry and Laboratory I (4)

Builds upon the principles of chemistry through a lecture and laboratory experience to develop problem-solving skills with a focus on learning trends in the periodic table, electronic structure of atoms and molecules, chemical bonding, chemical stoichiometry, the energetics of chemical reactions, and properties of gases, liquids, and solids. This course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: Chemistry 12 with a minimum grade of B, or CHEM 109 or 111 with a minimum grade of C- or CHEM 110 and 115, both with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 120 or 125 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Garry Mund
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Garry Mund
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D201 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D202 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D203 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D204 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D205 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Rebecca Goyan
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
D301 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Surrey
D302 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Surrey
D303 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D304 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D305 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D306 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Surrey
Rebecca Goyan
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
D601 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Surrey
LA03 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA04 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA06 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA07 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB03 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB04 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB06 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB07 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB13 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB14 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB16 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB17 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LC01 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
LC02 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
LC03 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
LC06 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
LE01 TBD
LE02 TBD
LE03 TBD
CHEM 126 - General Chemistry Laboratory II (2)

As the laboratory component of CHEM 122, this course builds experimentalists skills by creating hypotheses, establishing technical skills, analyzing data, and formulating conclusions. Students perform experiments to measure chemical reaction rates, observe chemical equilibria, study the effects of acids and bases, and analyze energy evolved from chemical reactions. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 122 or CHEM 180. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
John Canal
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
John Canal
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 210 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry (2)

Introduces core skills essential to analytical chemistry, focusing on quantitative measurement and data analysis. Students learn how to identify and quantify chemicals in solids, liquids, and gases, measure trace substances and chemical equilibria, and isolate compounds from complex mixtures using a variety of analytical approaches. Prerequisite: CHEM 122 or CHEM 180, with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 215 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Hogan Yu
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 216 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (2)

Complements CHEM 210 with an immersive laboratory experience. Students develop essential analytical skills by working with gaseous, liquid, and solid samples, performing precise measurements, analyzing and interpreting data, and drawing accurate conclusions about sample composition while solving real-world chemical problems. Prerequisite: (CHEM 122 or CHEM 180) and CHEM 126, both with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 210. Students with credit for CHEM 215 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Dev Sharma
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Dev Sharma
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 230 - Inorganic Chemistry (3)

Develops a foundational understanding of atomic structure, bonding, symmetry, molecular orbitals, acid-base behaviour, solid-state structures, and coordination chemistry, emphasizing periodicity, applying group theory, interpreting MO diagrams, assessing crystalline materials, and predicting structures, isomers, and bonding in coordination complexes using modern theoretical models. Prerequisite: CHEM 122 or CHEM 180, with a minimum grade of C-. Students who expect to take further courses in inorganic chemistry should take CHEM 230 concurrently with CHEM 236W.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Carla Pretorius
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 Carla Pretorius
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 236W - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (3)

A laboratory course complementing CHEM 230 with an emphasis on scientific writing, that is focused on developing fundamental inorganic chemistry laboratory skills and characterization techniques. Students prepare main-group and transition-metal compounds and analyze them using infrared and ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy, magnetic susceptibility, melting-point determination, and conductance measurements. Prerequisite: CHEM 126 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 230. Students with credit for CHEM 236 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D101 Carla Pretorius
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Carla Pretorius
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Carla Pretorius
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Carla Pretorius
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 260 - Atoms, Molecules, Spectroscopy (4)

Develops the fundamentals of quantum mechanics and applies them to problems and concepts of significance to all branches of chemistry. Atomic structure and models of chemical bonding will be discussed. The principles of spectroscopic measurements and simplified models will be used to understand and predict molecular spectra. Prerequisite: CHEM 122 or CHEM 180, MATH 152, and PHYS 121, 126 or 141 (or PHYS 102 with a minimum grade of B), all with a minimum grade of C-. Recommended: MATH 232. PHYS 285 will be accepted in lieu of CHEM 260.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Samira Siahrostami
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA01 Samira Siahrostami
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA02 Samira Siahrostami
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 281 - Organic Chemistry and Laboratory I (4)

Equips students with an understanding of the structure, stereochemistry, and reactivity of carbon-based (organic) molecules. Emphasis is placed on structure-reactivity relationships, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopic methods used to understand and analyze organic compounds. The laboratory component focuses on purification and analytical methods for organic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 122 or CHEM 180. Students with credit for CHEM 280 or CHEM 285 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
David Vocadlo
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA01 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA05 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA06 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA07 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB01 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB05 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB06 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LB07 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LE01 TBD
CHEM 283 - Organic Chemistry IIb (3)

A more comprehensive treatment of Organic Chemistry II. Building on CHEM 282, the course covers advanced organic reactions, including modern catalytic and radical-based transformations, their mechanisms, and their use in the synthesis of biologically relevant target molecules. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 282 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Pete Wilson
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 286 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (2)

Provides practical laboratory training to complement material covered in the Organic Chemistry II lecture course. The course emphasizes building confidence and competence in the organic chemistry laboratory through repeated practice of standard techniques, execution of diverse reaction types, and the synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds using classical and instrumental methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 282 or 283.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Pete Wilson
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Pete Wilson
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MATH 152 - Calculus II (3)

Riemann sum, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, definite, indefinite and improper integrals, approximate integration, integration techniques, applications of integration. First-order separable differential equations and growth models. Sequences and series, series tests, power series, convergence and applications of power series. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or MATH 151, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 154 or MATH 157, with a minimum grade of B. Students with credit for MATH 155 or MATH 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Michael Monagan
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
MBB 222 - Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

The structure, function and synthesis of proteins, RNA and DNA and their interrelated biological functions within the cell. An introduction to molecular biology techniques and methods of protein purification and analysis. Prerequisite: or Corequisite CHEM 281.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Edgar Young
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
MBB 229 - Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Laboratory (3)

Practical course providing hands-on experience in fundamental molecular biology and biochemistry techniques including DNA isolation, restriction enzyme digestion, transformation, polymerase chain reaction, DNA and protein electrophoresis and immunofluorescence. Prerequisite: or Corequisite: MBB 222 with a minimum grade of C- or better. Students who have taken MBB 308 or MBB 309 first may not then take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sophie Sneddon
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Sophie Sneddon
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Sophie Sneddon
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 231 - Cellular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

A study of the molecular processes which underlie cell structure and function, integrating ultrastructural, physiological and biochemical approaches. Modern techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell function are integral parts of the course. Prerequisite: MBB 222, BISC 101, CHEM 281, all with a minimum grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Valentin Jaumouille
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby

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CHEM 122 - General Chemistry II (2)

Builds on CHEM 121, emphasizing essential concepts including chemical reactions and equilibria, acid-base principles, reaction rates, solubility, thermodynamics, and chemical kinetics. Students also quantify reaction energetics and explore electrochemical processes, with a focus on oxidation-reduction reactions, thereby deepening their understanding of both theoretical and practical applications of chemistry. Students who intend to take further laboratory courses in chemistry should take CHEM 122 concurrently with CHEM 126. Prerequisite: CHEM 120 or 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 124 or CHEM 180 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Charles Walsby
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 180 - General Chemistry II with Applications to Life Sciences (3)

A basic introduction to chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, and equilibria as well as application of these concepts to the structure and function of biomolecules. Concepts will be illustrated using examples of biological systems. Students will be introduced to central ideas in biochemistry and molecular biology. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 122 or CHEM 124 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Caterina Ramogida
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby

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MATH 150 - Calculus I with Review (4)

Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Topics as for Math 151 with a more extensive review of functions, their properties and their graphs. Recommended for students with no previous knowledge of Calculus. In addition to regularly scheduled lectures, students enrolled in this course are encouraged to come for assistance to the Calculus Workshop (Burnaby), or Math Open Lab (Surrey). Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B+, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B-, or MATH 110 with a grade of at least A-. Students with credit for either MATH 151, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 150 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sheena Miao Ying Tan
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Vijay Singh
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
D401 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Surrey
D402 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D403 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
MATH 151 - Calculus I (3)

Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric functions, inverse functions. Limits, continuity, and derivatives. Techniques of differentiation, including logarithmic and implicit differentiation. The Mean Value Theorem. Applications of differentiation including extrema, curve sketching, Newton's method. Introduction to modeling with differential equations. Polar coordinates, parametric curves. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least A, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B, or MATH 110 with a grade of at least A. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 151 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nils Bruin
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Vijay Singh
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD

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STAT 201 - Statistics for the Life Sciences (3)

Research methodology and associated statistical analysis techniques for students with training in the life sciences. Intended to be particularly accessible to students who are not specializing in Statistics. Prerequisite: Recommended: 30 units. Students cannot obtain credit for STAT 201 if they already have credit for - or are taking concurrently - STAT 101, 203, 205, 285, or any upper division STAT course. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jinko Graham
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
Tim Swartz
Online
OP01 TBD
STAT 270 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics (3)

Basic laws of probability, sample distributions. Introduction to statistical inference and applications. Prerequisite: or Corequisite: MATH 152 or 155 or 158, with a minimum grade of C-. Students wishing an intuitive appreciation of a broad range of statistical strategies may wish to take STAT 100 first. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sessional
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
OP01 TBD

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PHYS 120 - Mechanics and Modern Physics (3)

A general calculus-based introduction to mechanics. Topics include translational and rotational motion, momentum, energy, gravitation, and selected topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12 or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. This prerequisite may be waived, at the discretion of the department, as determined by the student's performance on a regularly scheduled PHYS 100 final exam. Please consult the physics advisor for further details. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 101, 125 or 140 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jeff Sonier
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D116 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 121 - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (3)

A general calculus-based introduction to electricity, magnetism and optics. Topics include electricity, magnetism, simple circuits, optics and topics from applied physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 120 or 125 or 140, with a minimum grade of C-, or PHYS 101 with a minimum grade of B. Corequisite: MATH 152 or 155. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 133. Students with credit for PHYS 102, 126 or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

PHYS 132 - Physics Laboratory I (1)

Introduction to experimental physics with an emphasis on measurement and experimental design. Includes elementary experiments in mechanics designed to support and enrich conceptual learning. Corequisite: PHYS 101 or 120 or 125. Students with credit for PHYS 140 may not take PHYS 132 for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Steve Dodge
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 133 - Physics Laboratory II (1)

Introduction to experimental physics with an emphasis on measurement and experimental design. Includes elementary experiments in electromagnetism and optics designed to support and enrich conceptual learning. Prerequisite: PHYS 132 or 140 or ENSC 120 (no substitutions), with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: PHYS 102 or 121 or 126. Students with credit for PHYS 141 may not take PHYS 133 for further credit.

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PHYS 125 - Mechanics and Special Relativity (3)

A course in mechanics and modern physics designed for students who want to study translational and rotational dynamics, conservation laws, and oscillations in depth and gain additional insight into foundations of special relativity and select topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: Permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 151. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 101, 120 or PHYS 140 may not take PHYS 125 for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Matthias Danninger
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 126 - Electricity, Magnetism and Light (3)

A course in electromagnetism designed for students who want to study electric charge and current, electric and magnetic fields, circuits, electromagnetic interactions in depth and gain additional insight into Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic waves, and wave-particle duality. Prerequisite: PHYS 125 with a minimum grade of C- or permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 152. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 133. Students with credit in PHYS 102, 121 or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

PHYS 132 - Physics Laboratory I (1)

Introduction to experimental physics with an emphasis on measurement and experimental design. Includes elementary experiments in mechanics designed to support and enrich conceptual learning. Corequisite: PHYS 101 or 120 or 125. Students with credit for PHYS 140 may not take PHYS 132 for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Steve Dodge
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 133 - Physics Laboratory II (1)

Introduction to experimental physics with an emphasis on measurement and experimental design. Includes elementary experiments in electromagnetism and optics designed to support and enrich conceptual learning. Prerequisite: PHYS 132 or 140 or ENSC 120 (no substitutions), with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: PHYS 102 or 121 or 126. Students with credit for PHYS 141 may not take PHYS 133 for further credit.

or all of

PHYS 101 - Physics for the Life Sciences I (3)

Force and motion, conservation of energy and momentum, fluids, properties of soft matter and thermal physics with applications taken from the life sciences. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12 or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. This prerequisite may be waived, at the discretion of the department, as determined by the student's performance on a regularly scheduled PHYS 100 final exam. Please consult the physics advisor for further details. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154 or 157; BISC 100 or 101 or 102 or 113. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 120, 125 or 140 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sarah Johnson
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D114 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D116 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 102 - Physics for the Life Sciences II (3)

Waves and optics; electricity and magnetism; modern physics emphasizing radioactivity, with applications taken from the life sciences. Prerequisite: PHYS 101 or 120 or 125 or 140; MATH 150 or 151 or 154 or 157; both with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: BISC 100 or 101 or 102 or 113. Recommended Corequisites: MATH 152, 155 or 158; PHYS 133. Students with credit for PHYS 121, 126, or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sabine Betts
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 132 - Physics Laboratory I (1)

Introduction to experimental physics with an emphasis on measurement and experimental design. Includes elementary experiments in mechanics designed to support and enrich conceptual learning. Corequisite: PHYS 101 or 120 or 125. Students with credit for PHYS 140 may not take PHYS 132 for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Steve Dodge
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 133 - Physics Laboratory II (1)

Introduction to experimental physics with an emphasis on measurement and experimental design. Includes elementary experiments in electromagnetism and optics designed to support and enrich conceptual learning. Prerequisite: PHYS 132 or 140 or ENSC 120 (no substitutions), with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: PHYS 102 or 121 or 126. Students with credit for PHYS 141 may not take PHYS 133 for further credit.

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PHYS 140 - Studio Physics - Mechanics and Modern Physics (4)

A general calculus-based introduction to mechanics taught in an integrated lecture-laboratory environment. Topics include translational and rotational motion, momentum, energy, gravitation, and selected topics in modern physics. Prerequisite: BC Principles of Physics 12, or PHYS 100 or equivalent, with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154. Students with credit for PHYS 125 or 120 or 101 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Daria Ahrensmeier
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
Surrey
Surrey
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
LA01 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
Surrey
PHYS 141 - Studio Physics - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (4)

A general calculus-based introduction to electricity, magnetism and optics taught in an integrated lecture-laboratory environment. Topics include electricity, magnetism, simple circuits, optics and topics from applied physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 120 or PHYS 125 or PHYS 140 or MSE 103, with a minimum grade of C-, or PHYS 101 with a minimum grade of B. Corequisite: MATH 152 or MATH 155. Students with credit for PHYS 126 or 121 or 102 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Upper Division Requirements

Students complete all of the following

CHEM 316 - Introductory Instrumental Analysis (4)

Offers hands-on experience with modern analytical chemistry techniques. Students learn to separate complex mixtures using gas and liquid chromatography and to identify and measure chemical species using ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy, fluorescence, mass spectrometry, elemental analysis, electron microscopy, X-ray spectroscopy, and Raman and infrared spectroscopies. Prerequisite: CHEM 210, 216, and 260, all with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of the department.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Bingyun Sun
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA01 Bingyun Sun
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA02 Bingyun Sun
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 332 - The Chemistry of Transition Metals (3)

Explores the synthesis and characterization of classical and organometallic complexes of transition metals, and their physical and chemical properties. Topics include coordination chemistry, electronic spectra, magnetic properties, and various reactions. It introduces organometallic chemistry and offers a comprehensive understanding of transition metal complexes. Prerequisite: CHEM 230 and 236W, both with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of the department. Corequisite: CHEM 260.

CHEM 380 - Instrumental Methods of Organic Structure Determination (4)

Equips students with the knowledge to use infrared and ultraviolet spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, and mass spectrometry to determine the structures of organic molecules. The laboratory component of the course hones students’ organic laboratory skills and provides practice interpreting spectra of student produced and purified samples. Prerequisite: (CHEM 282 or 283 or 284) and CHEM 286, both with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of the department.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Erika Plettner
Patricia Somers
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
LA01 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
LA02 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 309W - Biochemistry Laboratory (4)

Contemporary techniques in biochemistry including protein purification, immunochemical methods, and lipid characterization. Prerequisite: MBB 229 and MBB 231, both with a minimum grade of C. Writing.

MBB 321 - Intermediary Metabolism (3)

The enzymes and intermediates of major catabolic and anabolic pathways. Their regulation and integration in health and disease states. Prerequisite: MBB 231, with a minimum grade of C.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Dustin King
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 331 - Molecular Biology (4)

The study of DNA and RNA in relation to gene structure and expression: DNA replication and the regulation of gene expression in bacteria and higher organisms. Introduction to recombinant DNA and cloning theory; natural vector structures and recombinant vector construction. Prerequisite: MBB 231, and BISC 202, with a minimum grade of C.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Stephanie Vlachos
Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby

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CHEM 360 - Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics (3)

Classical thermodynamics and chemical kinetics with a focus on their applications to chemical systems. Concepts of energy, enthalpy, entropy, spontaneity and equilibrium are explored in addition to reaction rates, mechanisms, and molecular reaction theories. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of how thermodynamic properties govern chemical change. Prerequisite: CHEM 260 with a minimum grade of C-. Recommended: MATH 251. MBB 323 will be accepted in lieu of CHEM 360.

MBB 323 - Introduction to Physical Biochemistry (3)

Introduction to physical biochemistry including thermodynamics, spectroscopic principles and applications, and molecular transport and interactions. The physical properties and structure determination of biomolecules will be emphasized. Prerequisite: MATH 152 (or 155), PHYS 121 (or 102, or 126, or 141), CHEM 122 (or 102, or 180), MBB 222, all with a minimum grade of C.

and a minimum of two upper division MBB courses, including at least three units at the 400-level, and a minimum of two upper division CHEM courses, including at least three units at the 400-level (excluding CHEM 481).

Electives

In addition to the above, students complete

  • courses chosen to fulfil the WQB requirements

  • upper division courses from any faculty to total a minimum of 44 upper division units

  • electives at any division from any faculty to provide 120 units as required for the degree

Co-operative Education Recommendation

Students are encouraged to enroll in co-operative education.

University Degree Requirements

Students must also satisfy University degree requirements for degree completion.

Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements

Students admitted to 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏ beginning in the fall 2006 term must meet writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of any degree program they may undertake. See Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements for university-wide information.

WQB Graduation Requirements

A grade of C- or better is required to earn W, Q or B credit

Requirement

Units

Notes
W - Writing

6

Must include at least one upper division course, taken at 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏ within the student's major subject; two courses (minimum three units each)

Q - Quantitative

6

Q courses may be lower or upper division; two courses (total six units or more)
B - Breadth

18

Designated Breadth

Must be outside the student's major subject, and may be lower or upper division:

Two courses (total six units or more) Social Sciences: B-Soc
Two courses (total six units or more) Humanities: B-Hum
Two courses (total six units or more) Sciences: B-Sci

6

Additional Breadth

Two courses (total six units or more) outside the student's major subject (may or may not be B-designated courses, and will likely help fulfil individual degree program requirements).

Students choosing to complete a joint major, joint honours, double major, two extended minors, an extended minor and a minor, or two minors may satisfy the breadth requirements (designated or not designated) with courses completed in either one or both program areas.

Residency Requirements and Transfer Credit

The University's residency requirement stipulates that, in most cases, total transfer and course challenge credit may not exceed 60 units, and may not include more than 15 units as upper division work.

  • At least half of the program's total units must be earned through 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏ study
  • At least two thirds of the program's total upper division units must be earned through 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏ study
  • At least two thirds of the upper division units in the courses of a school offering (or joint offer) must be earned through that school at 51ÉçÇøºÚÁÏ
  • For information regarding transfer, consult an Advisor.

Elective Courses

In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to plan the remaining required elective courses.