ObjectivesCarleton's Department of Chemistry introduced Computational Chemistry-the first undergraduate program in Canada that combines the fields of computer science and chemistry. Our Computational Chemistry program reflects the growing need for specialists in this emerging field, as modern pharmaceutical research increasingly involves the extensive use of computer-controlled molecular modeling in its design.
Practical experienceAt Carleton, we believe you should gain real research experience as soon as possible. That is why, in addition to your regular course work, we provide you with a number of valuable hands-on opportunities to assist faculty members with research and teaching. Summer research scholarships are available after each undergraduate year and, faculty members regularly hire undergraduate students as summer research assistants. As a senior undergraduate student, you may also obtain a paid position as a laboratory demonstrator and marker to assist faculty, technical staff, and graduate students in the operation of first- and second-year labs.
Academic titleBachelor of Science in Computational Chemistry
Course descriptionComputational Chemistry
B.Sc. General (15.0 credits)
1. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (8.5 credits):
1. 5.0 credits in CHEM 1000 [1.0], CHEM 2103, CHEM 2203, CHEM 2206, CHEM 2501, CHEM 3101, CHEM 3102, CHEM 3106, and CHEM 3201;
2. 1.0 credit in BIOC 3101 and (BIOC 3102 or BIOC 3008);
3. 2.0 credits in COMP 1002, COMP 1005, COMP 1006, and COMP 2004;
4. 0.5 credit in COMP at the 2000- or 3000-level;
2. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (6.5 credits):
5. 2.0 credits in MATH 1007, MATH 1107, MATH 2007, and MATH 2008;
6. 1.0 credit in BIOL 1003 and BIOL 2200;
7. 0.5 credit from PHYS 1003 or PHYS 1007;
8. 0.5 credit in NSCI 1000 or Approved Arts or Social Sciences;
9. 1.5 credit in Approved Arts or Social Sciences;
10. 1.0 credit in free electives.
CHEM 0100 - Introductory Chemistry
CHEM 1000 - General Chemistry
CHEM 1003 - The Chemistry of Food, Health and Drugs
CHEM 1007 - Chemistry of Art and Artifacts
CHEM 1101 - Chemistry for Engineering Students
CHEM 2103 - Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 2203 - Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2204 - Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 2206 - Organic Chemistry IV
CHEM 2207 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2208 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 2302 - Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 2303 - Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 2501 - Introduction to Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry
CHEM 2800 - Foundations for Environmental Chemistry