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2022-2023 Undergraduate Academic Calendar [ARCHIVED CALENDAR]
Course descriptions
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Contact hours are divided into lecture, laboratory, tutorial, and other. Each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods (i.e., in-class or online). Please refer to the registration section on MyOntarioTech for specific course offering information.
Not all courses are offered in any one term or academic year.
Note: If searching by Code or Number be sure to include the U at the end of the number.
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MECE 3220U – Machine Design
The essentials for mechanical engineering machine design are taught. This includes application of appropriate safety factors, failure criteria, failure analysis with application to components under static and fatigue loading conditions, along with material selection criteria. The analysis of machine elements such as shafts, fasteners and nonpermanent joints, and welds are covered. Machine elements such as springs, bearings and gears are analyzed and sized for proper application.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2310U and MECE 3270U and MECE 2420U
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MECE 3230U – Thermodynamic Applications
Thermodynamic cycles are covered, including: the Carnot cycle, gas power cycles, vapour power cycles, combined power cycles, and refrigeration cycles. Analysis of complex cycles that include reheating, intercooling, regeneration, jet-propulsion, and cogeneration. Design considerations related to the application of the thermodynamic cycles including: heat engines, refrigeration systems, and power plants. Fundamentals of combustion including an overview of fuels, ignition, chemical reactions, and flame temperature. First and second law analysis of combustion reactions. Applications of combustion including engines and furnaces. An introduction to fuel cells, electrolyzers, batteries, and capacitors.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2320U or MECE 2640U
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MECE 3260U – Introduction to Energy Systems
Energy systems, resources and use; energy classifications and terminology; energy sources and currencies; energy supply and demand; energy conversion and utilization technologies; energy storage and distribution; energy use in countries and sectors of economies; energy intensity; global energy flows and utilization patterns; principal fuels; fuel science and technology: origins of fuels, classifications and physical and chemical properties of fuels, fuel handling and fire hazards, non-conventional fuels; sustainability, sustainable development and energy; clean energy systems. Environmental impact of energy systems such as power generation, industrial processes and transportation; air, soil and water pollution and their effects on the environment; generation mechanisms of chemical pollutants, photochemical pollutants and smog. Introduction to renewable energy resources (solar, wind, geothermal, biomass), photovoltaics, microturbines. Introduction to energy storage systems. Introduction to hydrogen and fuel cells. Introduction to life cycle assessment, industrial ecology, and key environmental tools. Application of energy and exergy analysis to energy systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): (NUCL 2010U or MECE 2320U or MECE 2640U ) and (ENVS 1000U or ENGR 1015U )
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MECE 3270U – Kinematics and Dynamics of Machines
Classification of mechanisms; velocity, acceleration and force analyses; graphical and computer-oriented methods of analyses; balancing, flywheels, gears, gear trains, and cams. Introduction to Lagrangian dynamics; Lagrange’s equations of motion; Hamilton’s equations, and Hamilton’s principle.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 2020U or MECE 2430U
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MECE 3320U – Fluid Power Systems
The course reviews relevant fluid mechanics principles and proceeds with treatments of individual components. Components analyzed include: pumps, actuators, lines, valves and other related components. Discussions of individual components include: principles of operation, mathematical models, and design considerations. Analysis and design of fluid power systems used in industrial and processing equipment. Selected topics to include: positive displacement components, control devices, actuators, fluid transmission and system dynamics.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2860U and MECE 3350U
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MECE 3350U – Control Systems
Analysis and synthesis of linear feedback systems by classical and state space techniques. Nonlinear and optimal control systems. Modelling of dynamic systems; analysis of stability, transient and steady state characteristics of dynamic systems; characteristics of feedback systems; design of PID control laws using frequency response methods and the root locus technique. Introduction to nonlinear and optimal control systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): (ELEE 2790U or ELEE 2210U or ENGR 2210U or METE 2010U ) and MATH 2860U and MECE 2430U
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MECE 3390U – Mechatronics
This course provides students with the tools required to design, model, analyze and control mechatronic systems; i.e. smart systems comprising electronic, mechanical, fluid and thermal components. The techniques for modelling various system components will be studied in a unified approach developing tools for the simulation of the performance of these systems. Analysis will also be made of the various components needed to design and control mechatronic systems including sensing, actuating, and I/O interfacing components.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 3270U and MECE 3350U
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MECE 3410U – Electro-Mechanical Energy Conversion
This course provides an understanding of the principles of electromechanical energy conversion and introduces some common devices employed in the process. Specific topics covered include the principles of electromechanical energy conversion; ferromagnetic materials and their properties; basic operating concepts and steady state models for transformers, dc machines, and ac machines; electromechanical test and measurement procedures; characteristics and behaviour of machines.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): ELEE 2790U and MECE 2320U or MECE 2640U
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MECE 3420U – Solid Mechanics II
This course provides a progressive step in the engineering knowledge of solid mechanics. The topics include a review of stress and strain transformation, application of different failure analysis criteria, analysis of beams and shafts and computing deflections, statically indeterminate beams and shafts, buckling of columns, deflection assessment of beams under various types of loading using virtual work theorem and Castigliano’s method.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2420U
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MECE 3930U – Heat Transfer
Introduction to conduction, convection and radiation. Solutions to steady-state and transient conduction problems. Heat conduction across contact surfaces and cylindrical walls. Heat generation in conduction. Solutions to convection problems for laminar and for turbulent flows. Forced and natural convection. Boiling and condensing heat transfer. Two phase flow in a channel. Critical heat flux. Heat exchangers, and heat exchanger effectiveness and operational characteristics.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2010U or MECE 2320U or MECE 2640U
Credit restriction(s): NUCL 3930U
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MECE 4000U – Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering
Contemporary topics at the advanced undergraduate level. Faculty presents advanced elective topics not included in the established curriculum.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Instructor
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MECE 4151U – Solar Energy
Solar radiation measurements and predictions. Radiative heat transfer aspects. Classification of solar energy options. Solar thermal applications, including heating, cooling, air conditioning, electricity and fresh water production. Solar collectors and absorbing materials and their spectral characteristics. Concentrated solar panels. Solar electrical applications. Basics, materials and operational details on photovoltaics/solar cells. Solar energy conversion systems for various applications. Energy storage systems, including latent (phase change materials, molten salts) and sensible (hot water, compressed air, rock bed, etc.) options. Integrated solar energy systems for more useful outputs. Solar fuels. Thermodynamic analysis and performance assessments through energy and exergy approaches.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MECE 3930U and MECE 3260U
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MECE 4153U – Wind and Hydro Energy
Turbomachinery fundamentals and analysis, including: angular momentum, pumps, fans, blowers, hydraulic turbines, propellers, and wind turbines. Wind characteristics, location, and wind farm design considerations. Aerodynamics of wind turbines and blade shape. Analysis of horizontal and vertical axis wind turbines. Wind turbine materials, components, and design. Design of dams and reservoirs, and use of rivers and tidal flows. Storage systems including pumped storage. Electrical aspects of wind and hydro energy generation systems. Integration, applications, and environmental impact of wind and hydro energy systems. Implementation of course principles in a design and construction project.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2860U and MECE 3410U and MECE 3260U
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MECE 4210U – Advanced Solid Mechanics and Stress Analysis
Three-dimensional stress and strain analysis; strain energy methods for deflection; asymmetric and curved beams; bending, torsion and shear centers; beams on elastic foundations; thick cylinders; buckling and elastic stability; flat plates.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 3420U
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MECE 4250U – Advanced Materials Engineering
Methodology of materials selection; evaluation of property data; materials testing; tensile properties, hardness, impact properties, fatigue, creep; failure and modes of fracture; interrelationships of structure, properties and processing; structural modifications in metals, ceramics and composite materials; strengthening mechanisms; heat treatment; processing and applications of engineering materials; introduction to electron microscopy, x-ray diffraction, and mass spectrometry.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MANE 2220U and MECE 2420U
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MECE 4290U – Finite Element Methods
This course covers the theoretical and computational principles of the finite element method, including geometrical modelling, materials modelling, and discrete element formulation of flexible structures (bars, beams, frames, plates and shells). An introduction to nonlinear finite element analysis, modelling, errors and accuracy, and assembly of global matrices will be addressed. Students will have the opportunity to utilize commercially available software to solve various engineering problems. They will obtain experience with mesh generation, material property specifications, load applications, boundary condition applications, solution methods and interpretation of results. Applications will include 2-D and 3-D stress analysis and steady-state thermo-fluid applications.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2070U and MECE 2310U and MECE 2420U
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MECE 4320U – Advanced Mechatronics
The focus of this course is to provide the tools required to design, model, analyze and control mechatronics systems. Modelling of various system components into a unified approach and tools for the simulation of the performance of these systems; characteristics of typical mechatronics systems in terms of their impacts on enhancement of performance, speed of operation, and physical size; applications of mechatronics to robotics and automation industry, and other intelligent systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ELEE 3330U and MECE 3390U and ELEE 4350U
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MECE 4410U – Fossil Fuel Energy Conversion
Electrical systems loads, peaks, reliability. Types of fossil fuelled power plants. Complex Rankine and Brayton cycles. Combined-cycle power plants. Cogeneration and trigeneration. Efficiencies, irreversibilities and losses. Steam supply systems: coal firing systems; steam generator types; steam plant efficiencies; heat transfer and thermal transport in fossil fuel fired steam generators. Steam turbines: impulse and reaction blading; mechanical design of turbine components and operational considerations; efficiencies. Gas turbines: gas path design; heat balance and efficiency determination; performance analysis of actual power plant turbines; design aspects. Fans, centrifugal and axial-flow compressors, and their design. Auxiliary power plant equipment: heat exchangers, fuel preparation, water treatment, cooling equipment.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 3260U
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MECE 4430U – Sustainable and Alternative Energy Technologies
Descriptions of systems and design issues and parameters, including performance, operating characteristics, reliability. Small-scale hydraulic energy. Tidal and wave energy. Solar energy systems, including photovoltaics and thermal systems. Wind energy systems. Biomass energy. District energy. Hydrogen energy systems, including production, storage, transport and utilization technologies. Fuel cells: fundamentals such as fuel cell thermodynamics, electrode kinetics; and types, including proton exchange membrane and solid oxide fuel cells. Energy storage, including thermal, compressed air and battery storage. Geothermal energy systems. Magnetohydrodynamics, thermoetrics, thermionics. Future directions.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MECE 4240U
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MECE 4450U – Thermal Environmental Engineering
Heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration. Psychrometrics and psychrometric processes. Sensible heating and cooling, cooling and dehumidification, mixing and humidification. Ventilation and room air distribution. Human comfort. Indoor air quality. Refrigeration and refrigeration systems. Design of air conditioning and heating systems. Equipment selection. Duct and fan design. Pump and piping design. Energy management in buildings.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 3230U
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Mechatronics Engineering |
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METE 2010U – Circuits and Electronics
The course introduces the fundamental behavior of major circuit elements including resistors, independent and dependent sources, nonlinear resistors and diode, switches and MOS transistors, operational amplifiers and energy storage elements. The topics covered includes resistive circuit analysis, equivalent-circuit theorems, dynamics of first- and second-order networks, alternating currents and resistive circuits, basic concepts of signal and systems, operational amplifiers and applications, p-n junction, diode and applications and MOSFET amplifiers.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (bi-weekly)
Tutorial hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1020U and PHY 1020U and MATH 1850U
Prerequisite(s) with concurrency: MATH 2860U
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METE 2020U – Circuit Design for Mechatronics
This course presents analysis of complex circuits and application of circuit principles to design circuits for mechatronics engineering systems. Topics include mechatronics design applications of circuit principles; AC steady-state analysis, AC power, transformer, three-phase circuits, DC/AC machines, two port networks, the Laplace transform, Fourier series and Fourier transform, frequency response analysis, passive and active filter design (low- and high-pass filters, bandpass and band-reject filters); design in the time and frequency domains, Interface circuits for mechanical systems, sensors, and instrumentation.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (bi-weekly)
Tutorial hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): METE 2010U and MATH 2860U
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METE 2030U – Electronics Applications in Mechatronics
This course present analysis and design methods for basic analog and digital electronic circuits and devices using analytical, computer and laboratory tools. The discussion focuses on application of electronic circuits to instrumentation and mechatronic systems. The topics covered includes bipolar junction transistors (BJT), circuit models and applications, field-effect transistors, circuit model and applications, feedback amplifier analysis and stability, digital logic concept, logic gate, logic electronic circuits, integrated circuit biasing techniques, digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital converters and the structure of measurement chain.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (bi-weekly)
Tutorial hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): METE 2010U
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METE 3100U – Actuators and Power Electronics
This course covers the fundamentals of AC and DC actuators, the necessary power electronics to interface with them, along with their basic control. Topics include: AC synchronous and induction motors; DC servo and stepper motors, power electronics, including H-bridges, PWM control, interfacing, power amplifiers, and transformers; and an introduction to speed and torque control of motors.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MECE 3350U and (ELEE 2250U or METE 2030U )
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METE 3200U – Sensors and Instrumentation
This course presents methods to measure physical quantities such as position, velocity, acceleration, force, strain, pressure, temperature, and fluid flow. Topics include the selection and application of sensors; sensor models; calibration; dynamic response of measurement systems; signal conditioning; methods of data acquisition and recording; and the design of measurement systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): ELEE 3230U or METE 2020U
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METE 3350U – Microprocessors and Digital Systems
Introduction to digital systems: Boolean algebra; truth tables; combinational logic; logic gates; sequential logic; flipflops, counters, memory circuits; and logic circuit analysis. Basic structure of a computer; assembly-language and high level language programming; machine language and step-by-step instruction execution and debugging; digital I/O; analog to digital conversion; interrupt handling and flow from reset, operating systems; hardware implementation of an addressing map; bus interface and memory timing; state-of-the art microprocessors: features and characteristics.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): SOFE 2710U
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METE 4000U – Special Topics in Mechatronics Engineering
Contemporary topics at the advanced undergraduate level. Faculty presents advanced elective topics not included in the established curriculum.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Instructor
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METE 4100U – Mechatronics Design
Students will learn how to design mechatronic systems through a series of open-ended design projects in a hands-on learning environment. The focus of this course is to provide the tools required to design successful mechatronic systems. Additional topics include: modelling, analyses, and control of mechatronic systems. Numerous case studies will be discussed to highlight the challenges of designing successful mechatronic systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): METE 3100U and METE 3200U and METE 3350U
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METE 4200U – Industrial Automation
This course covers the fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Students will learn the basics of PLCs, including how PLCs function, how to program PLCs, and how to design automated systems that are controlled by PLCs. In addition, students will learn the fundamentals of pneumatics and hydraulics including the design and control of systems that incorporate pneumatic and/or hydraulic components.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MANE 4280U
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METE 4300U – Introduction to Mobile Robotics
Students will learn the basics of mobile robotics through a series of open-ended projects in a hands-on learning environment. Topics covered, include: locomotion; mobile robot kinematics; perception; mapping and localization; and path planning, obstacle avoidance, and navigation.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MANE 4280U and METE 4100U
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METE 4350U – Linear State‐Space Control Systems
This course will cover linear state space control systems. Specific topics include: state space fundamentals, system controllability, system observability, minimum realizations for Single-Input/Single-Output (SISO) and Multiple-Input/Multiple-Output (MIMO) control systems, stability, design of linear state feedback control laws, observers and observes based compensators, and introduction to optimal control.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MECE 3350U
Experiential learning: Yes
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METE 4400U – Introduction to Real-Time Embedded Systems
This course focuses on the design and implementation of real-time, embedded, microprocessor-based systems. Topics include: embedded system design; instruction sets for microprocessor architecture; I/O; interrupts, hardware and software of embedded systems; program design and analysis; practical issues; multi-tasking operating systems; scheduling; and system design techniques.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): METE 3350U
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METE 4500U – Machine Vision for Robotic Systems
This course investigates the fundamentals of applying machine vision to solving problems related to the kinematics of robotic mechanical systems. The course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of machine vision such as image formation, binary morphology, linear filtering, and signal processing. This is followed by the fundamentals of imaging geometry including projective geometry, approximation theory, and fitting geometric objects to point clouds. The aim of the course is to apply the techniques to be learned in order to use digital cameras as high precision measurement devices. Practical applications in robotics are investigated such as robot calibration, pose estimation, and trajectory tracking.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MANE 4280U
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Medical Laboratory Science |
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MLSC 1010U – Introduction to Medical Laboratory Practice
This course introduces the student to the profession of Medical Laboratory Science, its history, inter-relationships to other health professionals, relevant professional associations and regulatory bodies. The scope and role of the Medical Laboratory Technologist within the core disciplines (biochemistry, hematology, blood transfusion, microbiology, and histology) and the advanced disciplines (immunology, cytology, cytogenetics, and molecular diagnostics) will be examined. The fundamental knowledge, skills and attitudes required of a student progressing on to MLS discipline-specific courses will also be introduced. Safety, specimen collection, basic instrumentation, solution preparation, staining, microscopy and quality control provide a foundation for the role of the medical laboratory technologist.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1020U and HLSC 1201U and (HLSC 2110U or MLSC 1110U )
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MLSC 1110U – Foundations in Clinical Biochemistry
A comprehensive study of human biochemistry which introduces major biomolecules and biopolymers, metabolic pathways, mechanisms of control, and gene function. This course will present how the basic principles of biochemistry underlie the normal physiological functions in humans. Topics will include nucleic acids, protein structure and function, enzymes, membranes, and lipid, nitrogen, and carbohydrate metabolism. This course will better prepare Medical Laboratory Sciences students to make informed decisions by providing them with the foundational biochemical knowledge underlying human health. The lecture component will be structured towards introductory human biochemistry. Tutorial topics for Medical Laboratory Sciences students will emphasize relevant clinical applications. A foundational knowledge of biochemistry will serve as the intellectual basis for advanced medical laboratory science courses. Students take tutorials that are specific for MLSc students, lectures are cross-listed to HLSC 2110U .
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1.5 bi-weekly
Credit restriction(s): HLSC 2110U - tutorials are specific to MLSC
Cross-listed: HLSC 2110U
Note(s): HLSC 2110U - tutorials are specific to MLSC
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MLSC 2111U – Clinical Biochemistry I
Clinical Biochemistry I examines the theory, application and clinical significance of basic analytical procedures in the clinical chemistry laboratory. It encompasses basic clinical and analytical aspects of enzymes, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, non‐protein nitrogenous substances, body fluids and urinalysis as well as common techniques and advanced principles of photometry, automation and osmometry. Manual, semi-automated, and automated analyses are used to enforce basic laboratory practices of calibration, sample handling, result reporting, along with advanced quality control evaluation.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1880U and MLSC 1010U
Corequisite(s): HLSC 2461U
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MLSC 2140U – Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Bridge Course – Biotechnology to MLS
The intent of this bridging course is to set the university’s expectations for scholarly writing and to bring a health science and medical diagnostic perspective to foundational knowledge in the areas of microbiology and biochemistry. This is in preparation for the year 2, winter semester, Medical Laboratory Science clinically oriented courses.
Credit hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Advanced diploma in Biotechnology from Durham or Fleming College, GPA of 3 and the completion of a comprehensive course(s) in human anatomy and physiology.
Corequisite(s): MLSC 1010U , HLSC 2460U
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MLSC 3141U – Molecular Techniques and Complementary Technologies
This course introduces students to the molecular techniques and complementary technologies employed in research and diagnostic clinical laboratories. Topics will include the theory and application of relevant molecular based assays, quality control, interpretation of results and trouble shooting. There will also be an emphasis on how the implementation of these assays is enhancing the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of patients, and advancing research approaches to important scientific questions. Laboratory exercises will be carried out predominantly in a wet laboratory, complemented by web-based exercises. Those students intending to apply for a laboratory based research practicum (HLSC 4998U , HLSC 4999U ) must successfully complete this course.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 3131U and MLSC 3230U or HLSC 2465U with a grade of at least B and 60 credit hours
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MLSC 3300U – Simulated Clinical Practicum
This simulated practicum experience takes place at the university. Students work on multiple simulated clinical specimens that are related to specific patient histories. Students are expected to assess the laboratory results produced and correlate this information to the patient histories and further case study information in order to make recommendations for further testing, monitoring and/or intervention. The emphasis is on clinical reasoning and clinical judgment skills. This course also provides an opportunity for students to gain further experience on a variety of instrumentation. The intended outcome of this course is to enhance the readiness of students to enter the next phase of the clinical practicum.
Credit hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): HLSC 2461U and MLSC 3111U and MLSC 3121U and MLSC 3131U and MLSC 3200U and MLSC 3230U
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MLSC 4111U – Clinical Biochemistry III
The Biochemistry laboratory is one of the five major laboratory rotations in which students spend time during the practicum semesters. During this rotation, students participate in the testing, documentation, interpretation, and troubleshooting associated with performing analyses using the site’s principle analyzers and with performing biochemical and microscopic procedures for random and timed urine samples. This includes the maintenance and appropriate preparation, use, and storage of calibrators and quality control material. Depending on the site, students will have the opportunity to perform analyses using any of the following methodologies; electrophoresis, chromatography, osmometry, immunoassay, POCT and molecular genetics. Throughout this rotation quality management and professional practices are emphasized. Students registered in MLSC 4111U must register in MLSC 4112U to receive a grade.
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 3300U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4400U
Experiential learning: Yes
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MLSC 4112U – Clinical Biochemistry IV
This course is a continuation of MLSC 4111U . Students are expected to take this course immediately after MLSC 4111U .
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 4111U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4401U
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MLSC 4121U – Clinical Hematology III
The Hematology laboratory is one of the five major laboratory rotations in which students spend time during the practicum semesters. During this rotation, students participate in the testing, documentation, interpretation and reporting associated with processing hematology specimens for analysis, operating and maintaining cell counters, interpreting complete blood counts and reticulocyte results, performing routine hemostasis testing, completing morphology reports on white and red blood cells and platelets, and preparing and analyzing body fluids. Throughout this rotation quality management and professional practices are emphasized. Students registered in MLSC 4121U must register in MLSC 4122U to receive a grade.
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 3300U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4400U
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MLSC 4122U – Clinical Hematology IV
This course is a continuation of MLSC 4121U . Students are expected to take this course immediately after MLSC 4121U .
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 4121U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4401U
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MLSC 4131U – Clinical Microbiology III
The Microbiology laboratory is one of the five major laboratory rotations in which students spend time during the practicum semesters. During this rotation, students participate in the testing, interpretation, documentation, and reporting associated with the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of pathogens isolated from blood cultures, gastrointestinal, genital, respiratory and urinary tract specimens, wounds, tissues, CSF and other fluids. Students also process and interpret cultures from antibiotic resistant organisms and stain and interpret direct Gram smears. Throughout this rotation quality management and professional practices are emphasized. Students registered in MLSC 4131U must register in MLSC 4132U to receive a grade.
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 3141U and MLSC 3300U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4400U
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MLSC 4132U – Clinical Microbiology IV
This course is a continuation of MLSC 4131U . Students are expected to take this course immediately after MLSC 4131U .
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 4131U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4401U
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MLSC 4210U – Professional Practice in the Clinical Laboratory I
Professional conduct is an essential component of the practice of Medical Laboratory Science. The behaviours associated with professional conduct are outlined in the national competency profile of the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS), which form the basis of the behaviour expectations in this course. The goal is for students to consistently meet, by the end of the practicum, the entry to practice standards as stated in the CSMLS Code of Professional Conduct and the Code of Ethics of the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario. Students registered in MLSC 4210U must register in MLSC 4211U .
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 3300U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4400U
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MLSC 4211U – Professional Practice in the Clinical Laboratory II
This course is a continuation of MLSC 4210U . Students are expected to take this course immediately after MLSC 4210U . Students must also participate in a national certification examination review seminar and successfully complete a comprehensive theory examination.
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 4210U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4401U
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MLSC 4220U – Transfusion Science III
The Transfusion laboratory is one of the five major laboratory rotations in which students spend time during the practicum semesters. During this rotation students participate in the testing, documentation, interpretation and reporting associated with the preparation of specimens for analysis, pre-transfusion testing, antibody identification, blood product management, investigation of transfusion reactions, and fetal-maternal and neonatal serological testing. Throughout this rotation quality management and professional practices are emphasized. Students registered in MLSC 4220U must register in MLSC 4221U to receive a grade.
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 3220U and MLSC 3300U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4400U
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MLSC 4221U – Transfusion Science IV
This course is a continuation of MLSC 4220U . Students are expected to take this course immediately after MLSC 4220U .
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 4220U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4401U
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MLSC 4231U – Histopathology I
The Histopathology laboratory is one of the five major laboratory rotations in which students spend time during the practicum semesters. During this rotation students participate in the testing, documentation, interpretation and reporting associated in the processing of specimens for analysis, including accessioning, grossing, fixation, decalcification, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining and numerous special staining procedures depending on the tissue components that need to be demonstrated. The ultimate goal is the production of diagnostic quality slides. Throughout this rotation quality management and professional practices are emphasized. Students registered in this course must register in MLSC 4232U to receive a grade.
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 3231U and MLSC 3300U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4400U
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MLSC 4232U – Histopathology II
This course is a continuation of MLSC 4231U . Students are expected to register in this course immediately after MLSC 4231U .
Credit hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): MLSC 4231U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4401U
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MLSC 4400U – Clinical Project I
The first half of this two-semester course presents the opportunity for students to complete an extensive literature review related to a current topic in health care. Students also work with their clinical coordinator and clinical project mentor to establish the topic and methodology to be used to complete the clinical project in the second semester course, MLSC 4401U . Students registered in this course must register in MLSC 4401U to receive a grade.
Credit hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): HLSC 3910U
Corequisite(s): MLSC 4111U , MLSC 4121U , MLSC 4131U , MLSC 4210U , MLSC 4220U , MLSC 4231U
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NSCI 2400U – Introduction to Movement Neuroscience
This course is designed to develop and extend basic concepts of the functional anatomy of the human nervous system into a broader comprehension of the neuroanatomical, neurophysiological, and cognitive‐behavioral approaches prevalent within human movement and neuroscience. This is a foundation course that sets out to establish the core principles for Stage 3 comprehension and eventual graduate-level study of the Human Motor System.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2010U
Credit restriction(s): KINE 1110U and HLSC 2400U
Cross-listed: KINE 1110U
Note(s): Must be registered in Integrative Neuroscience Program.
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NSCI 3410U – Motor Control and Learning
This course develops a critical approach to the understanding of human movement. It will expand on the principles of applied neuroscience that were established in NSCI 2400U . The course will examine the neurological, physiological, psychological and behavioural principles underlying human motor control and motor learning. Specific topics covered will include classification and measurement of motor performance, the role of sensory processes, memory and attention. Applications for clinical and coaching professions will be covered by examining proper delivery of feedback and the structure of practice. It is intended that this course will establish a sound foundation for post-graduate study in clinical disciplines and care interventions used in movement rehabilitation.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): NSCI 2400U
Credit restriction(s): KINE 2110U and HLSC 3410U
Cross-listed: KINE 2110U
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NSCI 3470U – Anatomy of Human Movement
Anatomy of Human Movement covers the applied anatomy of the musculoskeletal system. It uses a regional approach to develop a sound understanding of regional structures, and their role in producing movement, both individually and synergistically as part of movement patterns and composite movements. The course is a hybrid course which uses a combination of online lecture material and quizzes, face-to-face classroom time for case studies and concept reinforcement, and ‘hands-on’ laboratories in addition to models and specialized 3‐D computer software to aid students in their learning.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2
Prerequisite(s): NSCI 2400U
Credit restriction(s): KINE 2000U and HLSC 3470U
Cross-listed: KINE 2000U
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NSCI 4414U – Advanced Topics in Neuromuscular Physiology and Pathophysiology
This course investigates advanced topics in neuromuscular physiology and pathology that are important for the control of human movement. There is a focus on the neurophysiology underlying human movement pathologies with a contextual integration of the principles of advanced neuroscience to neuromuscular rehabilitation.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): NSCI 3410U
Credit restriction(s): KINE 4414U and HLSC 4414U
Cross-listed: KINE 4414U
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NSCI 4808U – Exploring Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities
This course integrates perspectives on the physiology, psychology, epidemiology and sociology of people with mental health issues and developmental disabilities (including dual diagnosis) and the implications for overall health and wellbeing. Key areas of both mental illness and developmental disabilities will be discussed; including schizophrenia, psychosis, depression, anxiety, violence and abuse, suicide, bullying, addiction, obsessive compulsive disorder, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, Down syndrome, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, how these conditions are related to each other and dual diagnoses.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Completed 84 credit hours, and registration in the Integrative Neuroscience program.
Credit restriction(s): HLSC 4808U
Cross-listed: HLSC 4808U
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NSCI 4999U – Advanced Topics in Integrative Neuroscience
This advanced course covers a comprehensive examination of the field of neuroscience by reading and presenting papers from the primary research literature. Topics may include but are not limited to: neural development, neurobiology of movement and disease, neuropharmacology, molecular neurobiology, neurobiology of behavior, neurochemistry and the neuroscience of model organisms and invertebrates. Students will be required to give an oral presentation based on a primary research paper. Group projects will also include the preparation and peer review of a research grant proposal.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): Fourth year standing in the Integrative Neuroscience program.
Experiential learning: Yes
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NUCL 1530U – Radiation and Nuclear Technologies
This course provides an introduction and overview of the application of radiation and nuclear technologies in society with particular emphasis on energy production, the environment and medicine. The importance of safety in general and radiation safety in particular is also covered. A principal aim of the course is to provide students with a broad overview of the many practical applications of radiation and nuclear technologies and the role of scientists and engineers in the development of these technologies for the betterment of society and the protection of the environment.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1.5 biweekly
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NUCL 2010U – Thermodynamic Cycles
Introduction and basic concepts; energy, energy transfer, and general energy analysis; properties of pure substances (regular fluids, supercritical fluids, gases, and reactor coolants); energy analysis of closed systems; First Law of Thermodynamics; mass and energy analysis of control volumes; Second Law of Thermodynamics; entropy; exergy; Carnot cycle; gas-power cycles; vapor- and combined-power cycles; supercritical-pressure Rankine cycle; nuclear plants power cycles; and refrigeration cycles. Nuclear power plant and supercritical plant layouts. Thermodynamic-property relations; T-s diagrams; gas mixtures; gas-vapor mixtures, and air-conditioning; chemical reactions; chemical and phase equilibrium; and compressible flow.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 1.5 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1.5
Prerequisite(s): PHY 1010U and MATH 1020U
Credit restriction(s): MECE 2320U , ENGR 2010U
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NUCL 2500U – Introduction to Nuclear Physics
An introduction to nuclear and reactor physics. Topics include: elements of relativity, radioactivity, alpha, beta and gamma decay; binding energy, interaction of radiation with matter; neutron cross sections, neutron scattering and absorption; fission; fusion; neutron density and flux, neutron diffusion, diffusion equation; neutron multiplication factor and reactivity, reactor equation, four and six factor formulae, neutron flux distribution, flux flattening, nuclear energy and applications of radioisotopes in various fields.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1020U and PHY 1020U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 2500U
Experiential learning: Yes
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NUCL 2860U – Fluid Mechanics
Fundamentals of fluid mechanics, including: properties of fluids and their units; fluid static. Kinematics of fluids, conservation of mass and the continuity equation. Dynamics of fluids; Euler equation; Bernoulli equation. The energy equation; energy grade lines. Flow of viscous fluids; laminar and turbulent flows; flow in pipes and fittings; the Moody diagram. Flows around immersed bodies; lift and drag on bodies. Boundary layers; flow separation. Flow measurement techniques.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1020U and PHY 1010U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 2860U, MECE 2860U
Experiential learning: Yes
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NUCL 2950U – Radiation Protection
Defines and introduces basic concepts in radiation safety; dose limits and risk; protection from external radiation: time, decay and distance, shielding, access control; external radiation hazards; radiation surveys; internal radiation hazards; behaviour of internal sources, annual limit on intake, derived air concentration for tritium, radioiodines, particulates; bioassay; contamination control; basic principles of radiation dosimetry; calculation of internal and external body radiation exposures; regulations concerning radioactive materials; safe working with radiation.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 2500U or NUCL 2500U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 2950U, RADI 2100U
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NUCL 3740U – Scientific Instrumentation
This course is designed to instruct students how to set, use and analyze the appropriate sensor technology (transducers) for measurements related to nuclear technology. In the course the student will learn how to perform experimental data analysis, how various components of sensing devices inter-relate (for example, relationships between amplifiers, transformers, filters, etc.), the operating principles of transducers for physical measurements, including, but not limited to: ionizing radiation, displacement and area, pressure, flow, temperature, force, torque, strain, motion, vibration, and air pollution. The student will learn both analog and digital techniques for data analysis, including multiplexing, data conversion and error detection and correction. The laboratory exercises will give the student hands-on experience designing measurement systems. Proper data reporting techniques will also be emphasized.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): ELEE 2790U and STAT 2800U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 3740U
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NUCL 3820U – Nuclear Reactor Kinetics
An introduction to the basic principles of nuclear reactor kinetics and nuclear reactor control. Topics include: neutron cycle; reactor period; prompt and delayed neutrons; source neutron effects; sub-critical, critical and supercritical reactor; point reactor model; thermal power and neutron power; fission product poisoning; Xenon override capability; fresh and equilibrium fuel characteristics; reactivity effects of temperature changes and coolant voiding; reactivity control; approach to critical; reactor stability; spatial flux and power distribution. Reactor simulators will be used to illustrate the key principles being taught.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2500U and MATH 2860U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 3820U
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NUCL 3860U – Introduction to Nuclear Reactor Technology
This course is designed to provide the radiation science student with a working background in nuclear reactor technology, so that they may be prepared to work in and around nuclear fission (or fusion) reactors. The emphasis of the course is on health physics and radiation protection aspects of the nuclear fuel cycle. Elementary reactor operation will be covered in sufficient detail to allow the student to have a working knowledge of where radiation hazards are produced, and what controls can be used to minimize the hazards. Nuclear reactor safety and control systems will be covered, and the inherent safety of the CANDU design will be described and compared with other common light water reactor designs such as PWR, BWR, RBMK etc.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4640U or NUCL 4640U
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NUCL 3930U – Heat Transfer
Introduction and basic concepts: conduction, convection and radiation; properties of solids and fluids; heat conduction equations; steady-state and transient conduction; numerical methods in heat conduction; fundamentals of convection; external and internal forced convection; natural convection; boiling and condensation phenomena; heat exchangers; fundamentals of thermal radiation and radiation heat transfer.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2010U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 3930U, MECE 3930U
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NUCL 4360U – Nuclear Plant Electric and Auxiliary Systems
Nuclear plant unit electrical distribution systems, plant emergency electric power systems; condenser cooling systems; water and air cooling systems; low-pressure, high-pressure and recirculating service water systems; demineralized water systems; heavy water management and upgrading; instrument and breathing air systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 2790U or ELEE 2790U
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NUCL 4460U – Nuclear Power Systems
Principles of fission; nuclear fuels; thermal and fast reactors; converters and breeders; light water reactors; heavy water reactors, gas cooled reactors; direct and indirect cycle nuclear plants; unit control strategies; nuclear plant safety; fuel cycles; plant decommissioning; waste management; environmental effects; life-cycle costs. Principles of fusion reactors; experimental fusion facilities.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2010U and ENGR 3930U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4460U
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NUCL 4510U – Nuclear Plant Chemistry
Corrosion and crud formation; heavy water chemistry; heavy water production and upkeep; moderator and heat transport system chemistry; purification systems to remove particulates, contaminants and chemicals added to control reactivity; decontamination; steam generator, condenser and feedwater chemistry; pH and pD control in power plants; online and offline control of process chemistry; metallurgical problems in nuclear power plants; metallurgical techniques for irradiated materials.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1800U or CHEM 1020U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4510U
Note(s): Elective for Nuclear Engineering programs.
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NUCL 4520U – Nuclear Plant Safety
Worker and public safety requirements; codes and standards; sources of radioactive release; defence in depth; principle of control, cool, contain; accident prevention, mitigation and accommodation; separation and independence; redundancy; common mode events; inherent safety features; plant safety systems; safety culture, management of plant safety; design basis accident; accident analysis; examples of nuclear accidents.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 4640U or NUCL 4640U
Credit restriction(s): NUCL 4525U
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NUCL 4525U – Nuclear Plant Safety Design
This course describes the regulatory requirements and the principles guiding the protection of workers and the general public from being harmed as a result of nuclear plant operations. Topics include: worker and public safety requirements; codes and standards; sources of radioactive release; defence in depth; principle of control, cool, contain; accident prevention, mitigation and accommodation; separation and independence; redundancy; common mode events; inherent safety features; plant safety systems; safety culture, management of plant safety; design basis accident; accident analysis; quantitative and probabilistic risk assessment; examples of nuclear accidents; online and off-line computer codes for the design and safety analysis of nuclear plants.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 4640U or NUCL 4640U ; ENGR 4660U; ENGR 4700U or NUCL 4700U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4520U, NUCL 4520U
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NUCL 4545U – Nuclear Plant Steam Utilization Systems
Main design and operating features of nuclear power plant steam utilization systems using pressurized and boiling light water, pressurized heavy water and gas cooled reactors; steam utilization systems for small, medium and large reactors; unit control schemes; steam generator design and operating features, steam generator level and pressure control; turbine and generator operation; condenser and feedheating systems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 3820U or NUCL 3820U ; NUCL 4540U
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NUCL 4550U – Thesis Project I
The thesis project provides students with the opportunity, under the supervision of a faculty member, to integrate and synthesize knowledge gained throughout their program of study, to satisfy specific objectives and requirements. The project topic will be selected to include some aspects of the student’s specialization. Students will be required to organize and conduct a project with a significant analytical component, including consideration of technical, economic, environmental and other societal impacts. Thesis Project I will typically be a group project, but with each student having clearly defined roles, objectives and outcomes. The requirements include a written paper and a group presentation of the project outcomes.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 1
Laboratory hours: 4
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor
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NUCL 4560U – Thesis Project II
The thesis project provides students with the opportunity, under the supervision of a faculty member, to integrate and synthesize knowledge gained throughout their program of study, to satisfy specific objectives and requirements. The project topic will be selected to include some aspects of the student’s specialization. Students will be required to organize and conduct a project with a significant analytical component, including consideration of technical, economic, environmental and other societal impacts. Thesis Project II will typically be an individual research or design project, although with the approval of the professor, a significant and clearly delineated individual contribution to a group project is acceptable. The requirements include a written paper and an individual presentation of the project outcomes.
Credit hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 6
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 4550U
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NUCL 4610U – Corrosion for Engineers
A study of types, causes, costs, measurement and prevention of corrosion. Topics include: effects of material choices and the environment; types of corrosion discussed: general or uniform, galvanic, crevice, pitting, intergranular, selective leaching, stress-corrosion, erosion-corrosion, hydrogen effects; corrosion testing; selection of materials; aqueous corrosion; high temperature corrosion; corrosion in nuclear and fossil plants and other industrial environments; electrochemical principles; thermodynamics; electrode kinetics; aqueous corrosion kinetics; practical applications.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1020U or CHEM 1800U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4610U
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NUCL 4625U – Radioactive Waste Management Design
Students will study: nature of radioactive waste; origin of low, intermediate and high activity waste; characteristics, forms and quantity of radioactive waste; production of radioactive waste at each stage of the nuclear cycle: mining, fuel fabrication, reactor operation and maintenance, spent fuel, reactor structural components; medical and industrial waste; handling, transporting, storing and disposing technologies for each type of waste; on-site and off-site storage; spent fuel reprocessing and disposal methods; radioactive waste management plans and practices in various countries; public concerns and perception of radioactive waste management. Two field trips will be arranged.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 3570U or RADI 3570U ; ENGR 3930U or NUCL 3930U ; ENGR 4610U or NUCL 4610U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4620U or NUCL 4620U
Experiential learning: Yes
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NUCL 4640U – Nuclear Plant Operation
A combination of lectures and self-paced interactive CD-ROM study will introduce students to the principles of energy conversion, to the operating features of the main nuclear reactor types, the use of pressure vessels and pressure tubes, natural versus enriched fuel, moderators, reactor coolant systems, steam turbines and associated water systems, generators, transformers, electrical output and plant electrical systems, grid frequency and voltage control, reactor following-turbine and turbine-following- reactor unit control systems, turbine generator governing, power maneuvering capability, trips, steam dumping to the condenser, normal and abnormal operating events.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): PHY 1020U or ENGR 3820U or NUCL 3820U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4640U and NUCL 3860U
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NUCL 4670U – Shielding Design
Radiation sources; characteristics and utilization of various radiation detectors; statistics of radiation counting; radiation spectroscopy with scintillation detector; semi-conductor detectors; identification and measurement of source strength, spectrum and geometry; shielding requirements for various types of radiation; shielding materials for equipment and processes employing radiation; radiation heating; radiation damage; measuring the effectiveness of various shielding materials; shielding for the transportation of radioactive materials; calculation and design of shielding for industrial and power plant applications; shielding requirements for spent fuel storage.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2950U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4670U
Note(s): Elective for Nuclear Engineering or Radiation Science programs.
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NUCL 4680U – Nuclear Materials
Irradiation effects on material properties, including neutrons, charged particles and gamma radiation; activation products; selection of materials for nuclear applications; radiation induced damage in materials; neutronic, thermal and structural considerations; material properties of nuclear fuels and fuel cladding; pressure vessel and pressure tube material behaviour; moderator, coolant and steam generator material properties; materials suitable for reactivity control device and shielding; materials used for long term storage of radioactive waste and spent fuel; activation analysis of materials using a neutron source.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MANE 2220U and NUCL 2950U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4680U
Note(s): Elective for Nuclear Engineering or Radiation Science programs.
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NUCL 4700U – Nuclear Plant Design and Simulation
Introduces the main design and operating features of nuclear power plants using pressurized and boiling light water, pressurized heavy water and gas cooled reactors; small, medium and large reactors; unit control schemes; shutdown and safety systems; reactor cooling, shutdown and emergency core cooling systems; steam generator design features, level and pressure control; turbine and generator design; feedwater systems; unit electrical, service water and air systems. Where appropriate, nuclear power plant simulators will be used to demonstrate key aspects of power plant design.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2010U and NUCL 4640U and NUCL 4780U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4700U
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NUCL 4730U – Reactor Control
The time and frequency domain performance characterizations of control loops are introduced with consideration of actuator and sensor limitations. Different controller design and tuning methods and instrumentation calibration procedures are discussed. Advanced control technologies, such as distributed control systems are introduced in view of their potential applications in the existing and newly constructed CANDU power plants. Students gain familiarity with the use of indicators and alarms; the role of the operator, man-machine interface design; the use of computers in reactor control; in-core and out-of-core measurement of neutron flux, spatial flux control, start-up instrumentation, failed fuel detection and location; reactivity control methods, mechanisms and algorithms; reactor shutdown methods, mechanisms and systems; loss of reactor control; heat transport system pressure and inventory control.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2860U or ENGR 0103U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4730U
Experiential learning: Yes
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NUCL 4780U – Nuclear Reactor Design
An introduction to thermal and fast reactors and reactor cooling systems. Topics include: natural and enriched fuels; pressure vessels and pressure tubes; reactor structures; moderator materials and systems; reactor coolant materials and systems; shutdown and safety systems, heat generation and removal in the fuel; modes of heat transfer from fuel to coolant; boiling heat transfer; cooling by natural circulation; measurement of thermal-hydraulic parameters; momentum, mass and energy transfer processes; requirements for main heat transport, shutdown cooling and emergency core cooling systems. Nuclear power plant simulators will be used to demonstrate key aspects of reactor design.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2500U and NUCL 2860U and NUCL 3820U and NUCL 3930U and (MATH 2070U or MATH 2810U )
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4780U
Experiential learning: Yes
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NUCL 4810U – Nuclear Fuel Cycles
Students study the production of fissile and fertile nuclear fuel; isotope separation; enrichment of uranium; characteristics of fuel-element materials; metal and ceramic uranium fuel; design and fabrication of fuel elements; fuelling strategies; fuel failure mechanisms and detection of failed fuel; properties of irradiated fuel; the role of plutonium; principles of spent fuel reprocessing; dissolution of spent fuel from nuclear reactors; plutonium separation; meeting safe-guards requirements; natural versus slightly enriched fuel cycles; recycling of PWR fuel in CANDU; use of plutonium from the weapons program; thermal breeders; fast breeders.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 4610U or NUCL 4610U ; ENGR 4780U or NUCL 4780U or NUCL 4540U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4810U
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NUCL 4880U – Principles of Fusion Energy
This course explores the nature and energy generating potential of fusion reactions. Topics include: matter-energy transformations; fusion reaction analysis; Coulomb repulsion; deuterium-tritium reactions; production, extraction and storage of tritium; energy efficiency; fusion fuels and wastes; fusion reactor blankets; burn cycles; characteristics and diagnostics of plasmas; magnetic and inertial confinement schemes for fusion; tokomak techniques; laser fusion techniques; damage to walls and other materials; fission-fusion reactions; ITER Project; global fusion research projects.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): NUCL 2500U and NUCL 3930U
Credit restriction(s): ENGR 4880U
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NUCL 4994U – Capstone Design I
The capstone design provides nuclear engineering students with the opportunity, under the supervision of a faculty member, to integrate and synthesize knowledge gained throughout their program of study. Through completion of their design, students working in a team, will demonstrate an understanding of the design engineering process and the ability to apply it. The topic will be selected to include aspects of nuclear energy. Students will be required to organize and conduct a design with a significant analytical component and demonstrate understanding of several aspects such as technical, economic, environmental and other societal impacts. Capstone Design 1, will typically be a group design, but with each student having clearly defined roles, objectives and outcomes.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 1
Laboratory hours: 4
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): Dean’s or dean’s designate’s permission. Students must have completed all courses up to and including third year and be in clear standing.
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