Course Listing
Please view 'Required' or 'Elective' course options below by selecting their title, or use the search bar to view the available courses in the Academic Timetable.
Required Core Courses
The ability to communicate one’s ideas effectively is an essential ingredient in any successful career. For this reason, the program places a particular emphasis on the development of communication skills, both oral and written. In addition to the Graduate Seminar courses (MTSC 6000H and 6100H), students will have other opportunities to gain experience in oral communication such as being teaching assistants for undergraduate courses and presenting their work at conferences. Furthermore, for the thesis students, the quality of the oral presentation at the thesis defence will be assessed. The quality and clarity of writing will be assessed in the evaluation of the thesis and the research report.
Elective Courses
In consultation with your research supervisor, students will successfully complete two electives. The courses available vary from year to year based on faculty availability and student demand. Courses may include topics in Solid State Theory, Computational Physics, Silicon Chemistry, Biomaterials as well as special topics in materials science. Students are also permitted to take one upper level undergraduate course as one of their elective courses by mutual agreement of their supervisor and the program director.
Please visit the Academic Timetable to see which courses are presently being offered and in which location(s). Not all courses listed below run every term or in all locations. For specific details about program requirements and degree regulations, please refer to the Academic Calendar.
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MTSC-6000H
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Graduate Seminar in Science Communication I
This course will assist students in developing essential communication skills. A series of oral and written exercises will each be followed by constructive review by both peers and faculty. Evaluation will focus on clarity, precision and the care with which the audience is guided to the presenter's objective. Non-credit. Registration open to Materials Science students only. |
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MTSC-6010H
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Physics and Chemistry of Materials
This course examines the fundamental principles and concepts used by physicists and chemists to describe materials. It covers scientific and practical interrelations between traditional disciplines emphasizing the structure, physical and chemical properties of all classes of materials. Prerequisite: Students should have completed at least one full-year of study in each of undergraduate physics, chemistry, and mathematics. Registration open to Materials Science students only. |
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MTSC-6100H
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Graduate Seminar in Science Communication II
This course will further the students' communication skills. Students will present a 30 minute research talk on their research to all participants in the program. Speakers will receive peer and faculty reviews of their presentations. Non-credit. |
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MTSC-6130H
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Surface Science and Catalysis
This course covers the fundamental science required to understand the atomic and electronic structure of surfaces and their chemical reactivity and the most common tools for surface characterization. Prerequisite: MTSC 6010H. |
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MTSC-6140H
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Experimental Techniques in Materials Characterization
A techniques-oriented course covering high resolution experimental solid-state characterization including both theory and operational aspects of bulk, surface and molecular characterization. |
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MTSC-6260H
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Topics in Material Science I
This course will focus on topics that may vary depending on the interests of the students and the availability of faculty. Some suggested topics are Nanotechnology, Optical Applications, Electrochemistry and Mass Transport in Fuel Cells. |
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MTSC-6270H
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Topics in Materials Science II
This course will focus on topics that may vary depending on the interests of the students and the availability of faculty. Some suggested topics are Nanotechnology, Optical Applications, Electrochemistry and Mass Transport in Fuel Cells. |
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MTSC-6330H
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Electrochemical Methods
This course addresses the principles and theory of dynamic electrochemistry, voltammetry, stripping analysis, electrochemical sensors and detectors, including an overview of electroanalytical methods and in-depth treatment of mass transport and electron transfer kinetics. Advanced electrode materials and elctrode/cell designs will also be covered. Prerequisite: MTSC-6010H. |