Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Basic elements of biotechnology. Proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, DNA manipulation, cloning and recombinant technology, with applications in genetics, medicine and industry.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2CB3, 2M03, and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program
Antirequisite(s): BIOTECH 2BE3

3 unit(s)
Biochemistry and biotechnology; amino acids, nucleotides, nucleic acids, proteins, peptides, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, membranes and their functions, metabolism, gene expression and DNA.

Three lectures; one lab (three hours every other week); second term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2OC3, and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
An introduction to basic living cell structure, functions, genetics and the fundamentals of metabolism.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1BI3, 1CH3, and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
Material balances: single and multi-unit systems with possible reactions. Energy balance: energy conservation including enthalpy calculations, steam tables, specific heats, phase changes, and reactions. Survey of momentum, heat and mass transfer; basics of chemical process design.

Three lectures, one lab (two and one half hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3, 1MT3, and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program.

Antirequisite(s): BIOTECH 3EC3

3 unit(s)
This course covers the fundamentals of genetic studies including genes and genetic code, DNA, RNA and protein synthesis, cellular reproduction and human genetics.

Three lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1BI3 and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
Principles of molecular biology that form the basis nucleic acid and protein based methodologies. DNA replication, repair and recombination; bacterial and eukaryotic transcription and RNA processing; translation; and regulation of gene expression.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1BI3, 1CH3, and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
An introduction to microbiological analysis with emphasis on use of microscopic techniques, staining, cultivation and control of microbial growth, enumeration, identification, potable water analysis, with environmental and industrial applications.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2CB3, 2M03, and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
This course covers a working knowledge of the major classes of organic compounds, including their physical and chemical properties. The laboratory introduces the techniques of organic synthesis and identification.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3, and registration in level II or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
A continuation of Biotechnology I including a more in depth application of the recombinant technology and gene expression systems. Applications include microbial, plant, and animal biotechnology, bioremediation, cloning and stem cell technology.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2B03, 2GT3, 2MB3, and registration in level III or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
Basic control theory and interfacing concepts, design of simple digital controllers, as applied to biological systems with emphasis on biosensors, bioreactors, neural physiology, and homoeostasis.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1EL3, 2MA3, BIOTECH 2B03, 2EC3, and registration in level III or above of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
Overview of fermentation technology and bioprocessing, kinetics and thermodynamics of microbial processes. Mass transfer in immobilized systems. Analysis of batch and continuous processes, bioreactor design and analysis, operation and control, instrumentation, oxygen transfer, and scale up.

Four lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2EC3, 3BC3, 3B03, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
This course covers fundamental concepts of computational modeling and applying it to biological systems. Lab component will include programming language to explore/study biological systems.

Two lectures, one lab (two hours); first term

Prerequisite (s): ENGTECH 1CP3, ENGTECH 2MA3, and registration in level IV of Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
An introduction to the microbiology of raw materials used in the manufacturing of food products. The course will review microbial growth and examine the types of microorganisms found in foods, the fermentation process in foods and food borne illness.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2CB3, 2MB3, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
Structure and function of antibodies, antibody diversity and interactions, immune system and immunity, immunological responses to disease, antibodies production and applications, structure of viruses, methods to study viruses, virus transcriptions and interactions.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2MB3 and registration in level III or above of the Biotechnology program.

3 unit(s)
The first part of this course deals with general principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Implications of the choice of route of administration and dosing will be studied. The second component of the course is systems pharmacology whereby the major drugs affecting different systems of the human body will be explored.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3, BIOTECH 2BC3, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
The course will familiarize students with the tools and principles of bioinformatics. A toolbox will be used to study access to genomic and proteomic data and data formats and analysis techniques.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3CM3 or SFWRTECH 4AI3 or 4DA3, and BIOTECH 4GP3, ENGTECH 1CP3, 3ES3, 4EE0, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
Natural and synthetic biopolymers, and other materials for industrial and biomedical engineering applications: biocompatibility; tissue response to implants; inflammation; bioplastics, composites and applications.

Three lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2BC3, 3B03, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
An introduction to biopharmaceutical drug development and manufacture. Emphasis will include basic genetic engineering principles used in the development and large-scale manufacture of biopharmaceutical products.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3B03, 3PM3, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
This course will familiarize students with current methods of laboratory safety and good lab and manufacturing practices in biotechnology; bioethics issues, benefits and risks of biotechnology applications; provincial, federal and international guidelines/regulations.

Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3PM3, ENGTECH 4EE0, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
This course examines genomics, functional genomics and proteomics. Topics covered are the organization of model system genomes, gene expression profiling at the mRNA and protein levels, microarrays, analyses of interactions, genomic and proteomic databases.

Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 2M03, 3B03, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
This advanced course examines select topics of interest that reflect current methods utilized to produce new products and processes in the field of biotechnology. The course invites subject experts from various sectors of the biotech industry as guest lecturers.

Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 3B03, 4GP3, ENGTECH 4EE0, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)
This course is a continuation of BIOTECH 4TR1 and it requires the students to conduct further research, modify/refine the project design, develop, and implement the independent project proposal submitted as a part of the Capstone Project I. The project will be documented as a technical report and presented in a seminar.

One tutorial, one lab (three hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): BIOTECH 4BL3, 4BM3, 4GP3, 4TR1, ENGTECH 4EE0, and registration in level IV of the Biotechnology program

3 unit(s)

Introduction to laboratory procedures used in chemical analysis for classical wet and instrumental methods; statistical data treatment, gravimetric analysis, volumetric analysis, pH measurements and optical methods.
Three lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CH3 and registration Automation Engineering Technology or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

This course provides basic introduction to the following topics: chemistry of life, cells, genetics, evolution and diversity and plant and animal form and function.

Two lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

Basic chemical concepts, calculations and laboratory procedures. Chemical formulae and equations, chemical stoichiometry, nomenclature, acids and bases, gases, chemical equilibrium, thermochemistry and thermodynamics, redox reactions and electrochemistry.

Three lectures, one tutorial, one lab (three hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Programming concepts and introduction to C++ programming. C++ syntax, functions, decision-making, looping, operators, arrays and data structures.

Two lectures, one lab (two hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology
Antirequisite(s): COMPTECH 3PD3

3 unit(s)

Introduction to electronic circuits; DC and AC sources, resistors, inductors, and capacitors; phasors and impedance; transient and steady-state analysis; network analysis; energy and power.

Four lectures, one lab (three hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

Pre-calculus concepts: algebra, trigonometry, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, matrices, determinants and vectors. Limits, continuity, differential calculus, partial derivatives, applications, sequences and series.

Four lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Statics and kinematics of particles and rigid bodies: force vectors; equilibrium; trusses, frames and machines; internal forces; centroids; friction; axial load, torsion, bending and shear; stress and strain. Newton’s Second Law; moments of inertia; plane motion.

Four lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology

3 unit(s)
Integral calculus involving all the techniques of integration, applications, improper integrals, multiple integrals and integral theorems, infinite sequences and series.

Four lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MC3 and registration Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Sound, light, kinematics, forces, work, energy, fluid and thermal physics.

Four lectures, one lab (two hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

Programming concepts and introduction to Python programming. Python syntax, functions, decision-making, looping, operators, arrays and data structures.
Two lectures, one lab (two hours); first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Biotechnology

3 unit(s)
Project-based course covering computer programming. Object-oriented, event-driven programs involving decisions, looping, arithmetic calculations, string handling and data file handling.

Two lectures, one lab (two hours); second term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1CP3 and registration in Automation Engineering Technology or Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology

0 unit(s)
Minimum of 15 weeks of full-time employment in a professional environment.
First term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2PW3 and registration in a Four-Year Technology Program and permission of the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Office.

3 unit(s)
Techniques for solving first and second order ordinary differential equations with applications; initial value and boundary value problems, systems of differential equations, partial differential equations.

Three lectures, one tutorial; first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MT3; and registration in Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

0 unit(s)
Minimum of 15 weeks of full-time employment in a professional environment.
First term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 2EE0; registration in a Four-Year Technology Program; and permission of the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Office

3 unit(s)
An introductory statistics course covering the following topics with engineering applications: organization and description of data, probability and distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing and bivariate data analysis using regression.
Two lectures, one tutorial; first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 1MT3; and registration in Level III of Automation Engineering Technology or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): ENGTECH 2ES3, 3ST3

3 unit(s)

Mathematical models of physical systems; differential equations, Laplace transforms; block diagrams, transfer functions; system transient response; stability analysis in s-, frequency-, and time-domain; Routh-Hurwitz criteria, root-locus analysis, Bode plots, Nyquist criterion, state-space representation; simple PID control systems; lead-lag compensation; digital simulations of control systems.
Three lectures; one term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 3MA3 and registration in Power and Energy Engineering Technology or Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Antirequisite(s): ENGTECH 3CT3, ENRTECH 3CT3, 4CT3

0 unit(s)
Minimum of 15 weeks of full-time employment in a professional environment.
Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 3EE0; registration in a Four-Year Technology Program; and permission of the Engineering Co-op and Career Services Office

3 unit(s)

Project-based course using the agglomeration of previously acquired knowledge. Research, design, implement and document a software solution to a problem in a real-world application domain.
Three lectures, one term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV Software Engineering Technology

Antirequisite(s): SFWRTECH 4FD3

3 unit(s)

Students are given an introduction to the functional areas within businesses and an overview of the local and global business environments. The fundamentals of micro-economics and macro-economics are introduced, as well as sustainability in the environment of business.
Three lectures: second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

This course introduces technology students to the unique communication challenges of their profession. Its main purpose is to provide students with the foundations of sound technical communication skills, both oral and written.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in or Automotive and Vehicle Technology I, Biotechnology I, or Process Automation Technology I, or Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology, or Process Automation Technology

3 unit(s)

This course aims at developing students; technical communication skills, with an emphasis on inquiry and research skills such as defining problems, researching underlying issues, and analyzing opposing arguments.
Three lectures: second term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 1CS3 and registration in or Automotive and Vehicle Technology I, Biotechnology I, or Process Automation Technology I, or Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology, or Process Automation Technology

Antirequisite(s): GEN TECH 1TI3

3 unit(s)

Students will develop their written and oral communications skills with an emphasis on styles appropriate for a technology-based workplace including technical report writing. They will also develop their teamwork, problem solving, and research skills.
Two lectures; one tutorial (two hours): first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 1CS3, 1CZ3, 3TC3

3 unit(s)
Costing methods of engineering designs and processes; minimum attractive rate of return, return sensitivities, time value of money, internal rates of return, pay-back period, amortization of equipment and capital cost allowance structures.
Three lectures; second term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology
Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3EE3

3 unit(s)

This course provides and overview and introduction to the human resource functions that support an organizations goals and objectives. Topics include: Designing and analyzing jobs; recruitment and selection; onboarding and training; career development; and performance management.
Three lectures: first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 1HR3

3 unit(s)
The course examines fundamental management principles of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling in technology organizations. Emphasis is placed on understanding and application of human resource management practices to engage people in attaining organizational goals.

Three lectures: second term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2HR3 and registration in Level II Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 1HR3, 1OB3, 3MP3, 3OB3, 4T03

3 unit(s)

The course focuses on key employability skills needed to participate and progress in today’s dynamic technology organizations. Emphasis is placed on understanding the role and responsibilities of technology professionals such as; career management, professionalism and workplace intercultural competence.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 1CS3 and registration in Level II of Automotive and Vehicle Technology, Biotechnology or Process Automation Technology

3 unit(s)

This course introduces students to the interrelationship of entrepreneurial thinking and innovation at both the industry and firm level.

Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2MP3, 3FF3 and registration in Level II or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 2EN3, 2ET3, 3EN3, 4ET3

3 unit(s)

The course focuses on departmental budget methodologies, understanding and interpretation of various financial statement components in terms of their relevance to managerial decision making.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 1FS3, 1FT3, 3FS3

3 unit(s)

Statistical tools, tests, design and analysis of planned experiments, Taguchi methods, control charts for variables and attributes, capability analysis, acceptance sampling, elements of reliability, quality assurance, and ISO 9000 certification.
Three lectures; first term.

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 2ES3 or 3ES3; and registration in Level II or above Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3T03, 4SS3

3 unit(s)

Introduction to best practice in the management of technical projects including the use of planning, software and the management of people.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 2MP3 and registration in Level II or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology Co-op

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3PM3, 4PM3

3 unit(s)

Formerly GENTECH 3FT3

This capstone course examines the ‘total’ view of the organization and how it relates and interacts with various factors in its environment to gain long-term sustainable advantage.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 1FT3 or 3FF3, 3ET3 or 4ET3, ENGTECH 4EE0 and registration in Level III or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3FT3, 3SF3, 4SF3

3 unit(s)

This course introduces the 4Ps of marketing: product, price, promotion, and place with a Business-to-Business focus. Global and high technology markets and their unique challenges will be presented. Students will learn to make marketing decisions within a strategic framework.
Three lectures; one term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 4MK3

3 unit(s)

Formerly GENTECH 4SC3

This course addresses the management of operations at the strategic, tactical and operations levels. Emphasizing decisions required to successfully design, create and deliver goods and services in a globalized marketplace.
Three lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): GENTECH 3LS3 and registration in Level III or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

This course introduces students to the best practices for essential written, spoken, and graphic communications used in technology workplaces. Emphasis is placed on how to conduct research, analyze information, and design communication materials that are succinct and customized to the readers’ needs.
Three lectures; one term, may be offered online or in-person

Prerequisite(s): Registration in one of Civil Engineering Infrastructure Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Power and Energy Engineering Technology or Software Engineering Technology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 3TC3

3 unit(s)

The course explores the social implications and environmental impacts of technologies and the ethical challenges they impose on technology professionals. Critical thinking skills and professional responsibility are examined using real-ethical dilemmas to help students develop a professional ethical identity that can be carried forward into their career.
Three lectures; first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 4EE0, and registration in Level III or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

3 unit(s)

Formerly GENTECH 3TS3
A study of the diverse and often contradictory impact of technology on society. The consequences of current technological changes and those of the recent past are explored to illustrate the complexities of technological-societal interrelationships.
Three lectures; second term

Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of Automation Engineering Technology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, or Biotechnology

Antirequisite(s): GENTECH 2TC3, 3L03, 4TP3

3 unit(s)

This course covers machine monitoring using an electronic interface to a machines PLC and with Direct Machine Interface (DMI) modules, installation of noise and vibration sensor network and analysis of data from the sensors. It also covers, signal processing, mobile and remote monitoring through sensors, wired and wireless Local Area Networks, cloud, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Three lectures, one lab (three hours every other week); first term

Prerequisite(s): ENGTECH 4EE0 and registration in level IV of Automation Engineering Technology program or the Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology program

3 unit(s)

Theories and practice of machine intelligence with focus on statistical learning methods, artificial neural networks, naturally inspired algorithms, deep learning, big data management, and pattern recognition.

Three lectures, one term; completely online with in-person exams

Prerequisite(s): Registration in level IV of Biotechnology, Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Infrastructure Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Power and Energy Engineering Technology, and Software Engineering Technology

Antirequisite(s): SMRTTECH 4AI3