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Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Honours

Bachelor of Science

The MBB honours program provides a broad foundation in the life sciences from a biochemical, cellular, and molecular perspective. Flexibility in upper division course selection allows students to tailor the program to their own interests as well as meet the entry requirements for medical school and other professional and graduate programs. The MBB honours program provides an intense research experience for students wanting to go on to graduate programs.

Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Requirements

Program entry requires MBB advisor permission. Declared honours students may follow the requirements in effect when they were accepted into the program, or the requirements as set out below. Acceptance into and continuance in the program requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (CGPA).

Prerequisite Grade

For a course to be accepted as fulfilling a prerequisite for any upper division MBB course, a student must have obtained a minimum grade of C, unless otherwise noted.

Program Requirements

Students complete a total of 124 units, including lower and upper division requirements as shown below, and enough elective courses to total 124. Of these 124 units, 60 units must be in upper division courses.

Lower Division Requirements

Students complete all of

BISC 101 - General Biology (4)

An introduction to the biochemical and physiological mechanisms of living organisms. Topics covered include cell structure and function, DNA replication and the flow of genetic information, enzyme function, metabolism and physiology of microorganisms, plants, and animals. Prerequisite: High school Biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better; and High school Chemistry 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or CHEM 111 with a C- or better. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Onkar Bains
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D106 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
BISC 102 - General Biology (4)

Survey of the diversity of life, and its evolutionary history on earth. The student is introduced to the study of genetics, development, and evolution, giving an overview of how these processes interact to produce form and function. Also included are principles of behavior and ecological relationships of organisms to each other and their environment. Prerequisite: High school biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Rolf Mathewes
Miranda Meents
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D201 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D202 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D203 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D204 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D205 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D206 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D207 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D208 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D209 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D210 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
BISC 202 - Genetics (3)

Principles and concepts of the transmission of genetic information treated comparatively in man, animal, plant and microbe. Prerequisite: BISC 101 and 102 with a grade of C- or better.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Kathleen Fitzpatrick
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 121 - General Chemistry and Laboratory I (4)

Atomic and molecular structure; chemical bonding; thermochemistry; elements; periodic table; gases liquids, solids, and solutions. This course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: Chemistry 12 with a minimum grade of C, or CHEM 109 or 111 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 120 or 125 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

CHEM 122 - General Chemistry II (2)

Chemical equilibria; electrochemistry; chemical thermodynamics; kinetics. Students who intend to take further laboratory courses in chemistry should take CHEM 122 concurrently with CHEM 126. Prerequisite: CHEM 120 or 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 124 or CHEM 180 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Hogan Yu
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 126 - General Chemistry Laboratory II (2)

Experiments in chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, qualitative analysis, electrochemistry and chemical kinetics. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 122. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Garry Mund
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Garry Mund
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Garry Mund
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Garry Mund
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Garry Mund
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Garry Mund
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 281 - Organic Chemistry and Laboratory I (4)

Structure, bonding, physical and chemical properties of simple organic compounds. Introduction to spectroscopy. Kinetics and mechanisms of organic reactions. This course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 122. Students with credit for CHEM 280 or CHEM 285 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

CHEM 286 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (2)

Laboratory work chosen to complement the lecture course. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Corequisite: CHEM 282 or 283. Quantitative.

MBB 222 - Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Irina Kovalyova
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
MBB 231 - Cellular Biology and Biochemistry (3)

A study of the molecular processes which underlie cell structure and function, integrating ultrastructural, physiological and biochemical approaches. Modern techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell function are integral parts of the course. Prerequisite: MBB 222, BISC 101, CHEM 281 with grades of C- or better. Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHEM 282 or CHEM 283.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sophie Sneddon
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and both of

CHEM 215 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory (4)

The principles of analytical chemistry and their practical application to solution samples. Titrimetric and electrochemical methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 122 and 126, both with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 210 or 216 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

CHEM 282 - Organic Chemistry II (2)

Polyfunctional organic compounds and complex organic reactions. Introduction to natural products. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 283 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Vance Williams
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby

or both of

CHEM 215 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory (4)

The principles of analytical chemistry and their practical application to solution samples. Titrimetric and electrochemical methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 122 and 126, both with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 210 or 216 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

CHEM 283 - Organic Chemistry IIb (3)

An advanced treatment of Organic Chemistry II. Topics include dienes and their reactivity, conjugation and aromaticity, aromatic substitution reactions, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, ketones and aldehydes, biological molecules, radical reactions, organometallic reagents, pericyclic reactions and planning multi-step synthesis. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 282 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Vance Williams
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby

or both of

CHEM 283 - Organic Chemistry IIb (3)

An advanced treatment of Organic Chemistry II. Topics include dienes and their reactivity, conjugation and aromaticity, aromatic substitution reactions, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, ketones and aldehydes, biological molecules, radical reactions, organometallic reagents, pericyclic reactions and planning multi-step synthesis. Prerequisite: CHEM 281 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CHEM 282 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Vance Williams
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
CHEM 380 - Chemical and Instrumental Methods of Identification of Organic Compounds (4)

Basic principles of infrared, ultraviolet, nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectroscopy as applied to the identification of organic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 283 or 284, and CHEM 286, both with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of the Department.

and one of

CMPT 102 - Introduction to Scientific Computer Programming (3)

A programming course which will provide the science student with a working knowledge of a scientific programming language and an introduction to computing concepts, structured programming, and modular design. The student will also gain knowledge in the use of programming environments including the use of numerical algorithm packages. Corequisite: MATH 152 or 155 (or 158). Students with credit for CMPT 120, 128, 130 or 166 may not take this course for further credit. Students who have taken CMPT 125, 129 or 135 first may not then take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

CMPT 110 - Programming in Visual Basic (3)

Topics will include user interfaces, objects, event-driven programming, program design, and file and data management. Prerequisite: BC Mathematics 12 (or equivalent) or any 100 level MATH course with a minimum grade of C-. Students who have obtained credit for, or are currently enrolled in a computing science course at the 200 level or higher, or ITEC 240, 241 or 242 may not take CMPT 110 for further credit except with permission of the School of Computing Science. Quantitative.

CMPT 120 - Introduction to Computing Science and Programming I (3)

An elementary introduction to computing science and computer programming, suitable for students with little or no programming background. Students will learn fundamental concepts and terminology of computing science, acquire elementary skills for programming in a high-level language and be exposed to diverse fields within, and applications of computing science. Topics will include: pseudocode, data types and control structures, fundamental algorithms, computability and complexity, computer architecture, and history of computing science. Treatment is informal and programming is presented as a problem-solving tool. Prerequisite: BC Math 12 or equivalent is recommended. Students with credit for CMPT 102, 128, 130 or 166 may not take this course for further credit. Students who have taken CMPT 125, 129, 130 or 135 first may not then take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Diana Cukierman
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Diana Cukierman
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
CMPT 130 - Introduction to Computer Programming I (3)

An introduction to computing science and computer programming, using a systems oriented language, such as C or C++. This course introduces basic computing science concepts. Topics will include: elementary data types, control structures, functions, arrays and strings, fundamental algorithms, computer organization and memory management. Prerequisite: BC Math 12 (or equivalent, or any of MATH 100, 150, 151, 154, or 157, with a minimum grade of C-). Students with credit for CMPT 102, 120, 128 or 166 may not take this course for further credit. Students who have taken CMPT 125, 129 or 135 first may not then take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

MBB 243 - Data Analysis for Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (3) *

Introductory data analysis focusing on molecular biology data sets and examples and including basic programming skills using Python and basic statistics skills using R. Prerequisite: MBB 222 and MATH 152 or MATH 155. STAT 201 (or an equivalent statistics course) or STAT 270 is recommended.

and one of

MATH 150 - Calculus I with Review (4)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Seyyed Aliasghar Hosseini
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
MATH 151 - Calculus I (3)

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

MATH 154 - Calculus I for the Biological Sciences (3)

Designed for students specializing in the biological and medical sciences. Topics include: limits, growth rate and the derivative; elementary functions, optimization and approximation methods, and their applications; mathematical models of biological processes. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least C, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 151 or 157 may not take MATH 154 for further credit. Quantitative.

and one of

MATH 152 - Calculus II (3)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Vijaykumar Singh
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
MATH 155 - Calculus II for the Biological Sciences (3)

Designed for students specializing in the biological and medical sciences. Topics include: the integral, partial derivatives, differential equations, linear systems, and their applications; mathematical models of biological processes. Prerequisite: MATH 150, 151 or 154, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 157 with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 152 or 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Mahdieh Malekian
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
OPO1 TBD

and one of

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

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Andrew DeBenedictis
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 120 - Mechanics and Modern Physics (3)

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

PHYS 125 - Mechanics and Special Relativity (3)

An enriched course in mechanics for students with good preparation in physics and mathematics. Special relativity and classical topics such as translational and rotational dynamics and conservation laws will be given a much more sophisticated treatment than in our other first-year courses. Prerequisite: Permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 151. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 132. Students with credit for PHYS 101, 120 or PHYS 140 may not take PHYS 125 for further credit. Quantitative.

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

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

and one of

PHYS 102 - Physics for the Life Sciences II (3)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Andrew DeBenedictis
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 121 - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (3)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Sarah Johnson
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHYS 126 - Electricity, Magnetism and Light (3)

An enriched course in electromagnetism for students with good preparation in physics and mathematics. Classical topics such as waves, electricity and magnetism, as well as wave particle duality and the birth of Quantum Mechanics, will be given a much more sophisticated treatment than in our other first year courses. Prerequisite: PHYS 125 or permission of the department. Corequisite: MATH 152. Recommended Corequisite: PHYS 133. Students with credit in PHYS 102, 121 or 141 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

PHYS 141 - Studio Physics - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (4)

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

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STAT 201 - Statistics for the Life Sciences (3)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Tim Swartz
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
OP01 TBD
STAT 270 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics (3)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Scott Pai
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
OP01 TBD

* Recommended

Upper Division Requirements

Students complete all of

MBB 308 - Molecular Biology Laboratory (3)

Modern molecular biological and recombinant nucleic acid methods will be covered. Examples are DNA and RNA isolation, plasmid preparation, restriction enzyme digestion, DNA cloning and polymerase chain reaction. Prerequisite: or corequisite: MBB 331 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for BISC 357 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Stephanie Vlachos
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 309W - Biochemistry Laboratory (4)

Contemporary techniques in biochemistry including protein purification, immunochemical methods, and lipid characterization. Prerequisite: MBB 231, with a minimum grade of C. Recommended: CHEM 215 and CHEM 286 precede MBB 309W. Writing.

MBB 321 - Intermediary Metabolism (3)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Ingrid Northwood
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
MBB 322 - Molecular Physiology (3)

Biochemical and molecular aspects of cellular function, interactions and communication including cell cycle, apoptosis, cancer, immune system, neuronal transmission and the signal transduction pathways that integrate them. Prerequisite: MBB 231, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 331 - Molecular Biology (4)

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

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Irina Kovalyova
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Mon, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby

and a minimum of six courses chosen from the following list, three of which must be 400-level courses. There is no upper limit on the quantity in this list that can be completed.

HSCI 442 - Immunology Laboratory (4)

Laboratory methods in immunology. Focus on the vertebrate immune system and the molecular and cellular principles underlying immune recognition. Experimental methods designed to combine serology, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology and genetics as a basis for understanding immunological aspects of health and disease. Prerequisite: HSCI 326 or MBB 326, and one of BISC 303, BISC 357, MBB 308, or MBB 309W, all with a minimum grade of C-.

MBB 323 - Introduction to Physical Biochemistry (3)

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

MBB 324 - Protein Biochemistry (3)

An exploration of the fundamental aspects of proteins; their chemical and physical nature, their synthesis, stability and turnover, as well as their structure and function. Methods of protein analysis and structure determination will be presented. Prerequisite: MBB 222 with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 326 - Introduction to the Immune System (3)

Introduction to the structure and function of the immune system and how this system protects against microbial infections. Innate immune responses, including the function of innate immune cells, receptors and complement. Adaptive immune responses, including the organization of lymphoid organs, development and function of T and B cells, and antibodies. Prerequisite: MBB 231 with a minimum grade of C. Students with credit for HSCI 426, MBB 426 or HSCI 326 may not take this course for further credit.

MBB 328 - Introduction to Microbial Pathogenesis (3)

The molecular strategies that bacterial and viral pathogens use to colonize the human body and cause disease will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on the specific microbes and their virulence factors, secretion systems, toxins and surface adhesions. Strategies for combating microbial infections - antibiotics, antiviral agents and vaccines - will be discussed in detail. Prerequisite: MBB 231 with a minimum grade of C. Students with credit for MBB 428 may not take this course for further credit.

MBB 342 - Introductory Genomics and Bioinformatics (3)

Major topics in genomics and bioinformatics, with integrated discussion of associated ethical/legal/social issues. An overview of laboratory and computer-based methods to study genomes, and their applications. Hands-on computer lab session providing an opportunity to use and experiment with bioinformatics software and databases utilized in genomics and bioinformatics research. Prerequisite: MBB 231, BISC 202 and either MBB 243 or 3 units of CMPT or equivalent, all with a minimum grade of C. Recommended: STAT 201 (or an equivalent statistics course) or STAT 270.

MBB 402 - Developmental Biology of Cell Signalling (3)

Aspects of developmental biology in the context of signal transduction pathways. The diverse mechanisms used in cell signalling and how the various approaches to the study of signal transduction in organismal development complement each other will be examined with an emphasis on current literature. Prerequisite: MBB 331 or BISC 302W with a minimum grade of C.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Stephanie Vlachos
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 420 - Selected Topics in Contemporary Biochemistry (3)

The topics in this course will vary from term to term, depending on faculty availability and student interest. Prerequisite: Will be announced before the start of the term and will depend upon the nature of the topic offered.

MBB 421 - Nucleic Acids (3)

Recent literature is examined for insights into the structure and properties of DNA and RNA, drawing on a variety of biochemical, chemical and molecular biological perspectives. Prerequisite: MBB 331 with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 422 - Biomembranes (3)

A review of recent research on the structure, dynamics, function and biosynthesis of membranes, membrane lipids and proteins. Prerequisite: MBB 322 and MBB 309W with a minimum grade of C, MBB 324 as a pre or co-requisite.

MBB 423 - Protein Structure and Function (3)

Mechanistic principles for how protein molecules achieve diverse functions such as chemical catalysis and conformational switching. Students will learn to critique hypotheses about structural mechanisms, and to interpret the primary literature reporting on structural evidence from X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: MBB 323 or MBB 324, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 424 - Membrane Transport Mechanisms (3)

Structure and function of molecules that mediate transport across membranes including channels, carriers, and pumps. Primary literature from the fields of biochemistry and physiology will be explored through lectures and independent study. Prerequisite: MBB 321, and any two of MBB 322, MBB 323, MBB 324, CHEM 360, with a minimum grade of C, or permission of the instructor.

MBB 427 - Immune Responses in Health and Disease (3)

Defects in the immunologic response to bacterial, viral and parasitic infections. The mechanisms of action of vaccines. The causes of immune-mediated diseases, such as autoimmune diseases, hypersensitivity reactions (including asthma and allergy) and organ transplant rejection. The reaction of the immune system to cancer and immunotherapy for cancer. Prerequisite: One of MBB 326, HSCI 326, MBB 426 or HSCI 426, with a minimum grade of C, or permission of the instructor. Students with credit for HSCI 427 cannot take MBB 427 for credit.

MBB 429 - RNA-mediated Gene Regulation (3)

RNA plays an important role in gene regulation. This course will explore recent primary literature studying the biochemistry of these processes. Prerequisite: MBB 331 with a minimum grade of C.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Peter Unrau
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Wed, Fri, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
MBB 430 - Mechanisms of Secretory Transport (3)

Analysis of mechanisms of protein, lipid, and nucleic acid delivery and transport within cells; processes of protein targeting, exocytosis, and endocytosis; molecular mechanisms of vesicle transport and membrane fusion; role in signal transduction and disease. Prerequisite: MBB 322 and MBB 331, with a minimum grade of C.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Christopher Beh
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
MBB 431 - Cells and the Environment (3)

The cellular processes at the interface of cells and the environment will be explored in-depth. Through the use of lectures and group discussions and an emphasis on the primary literature, the focus will be on recent developments in molecular cell biology through the study of symbiosis and adaptation. Prerequisite: MBB 322 and 331, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 432 - Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques (4)

Laboratory with accompanying lectures designed to give practical experience in advanced contemporary molecular biology techniques. Projects will involve recombinant gene and protein manipulations to investigate the dynamics of proteins within living cells. Prerequisite: MBB 308 and MBB 331, all with a minimum grade of C, or permission of instructor. Recommended: MBB 309W.

MBB 433 - Epithelial Cell Biology (3)

Emerging concepts in epithelial cell biology, including the establishment and maintenance of epithelial cell polarity and cell adhesion leading to the sculpting of developing organisms, roles in wound healing, birth defects and microbial defense, and insights into the maintenance of epithelia by stem cells will be explored. Prerequisite: MBB 331 or BISC 333, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 436 - Gene Expression (3)

Lectures and student presentations will cover the wide range of ways in which organisms (primarily eukaryotes) regulate gene expression along the pathway from DNA to protein. Prerequisite: MBB 331, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 438 - Human Molecular Genetics (3)

Recent advances in human molecular genetics including genome analysis, gene therapy, genetic testing, and studies of genetic disorders. Prerequisite: MBB 331, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 440 - Selected Topics in Contemporary Molecular Biology (3)

The topics in this course will vary from term to term, depending on faculty availability and student interest. Prerequisite: will depend upon the nature of the topic offered.

MBB 441 - Bioinformatics (3)

Examining the use of, and theory behind, bioinformatic software and algorithms for the analysis of macromolecular data. Includes consideration of recent literature and discussion of ethics in method development and analysis. Prerequisite: MBB 331 and MBB 342, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 443 - Protein Biogenesis and Degradation (3)

A consideration of protein biogenesis (folding, assembly, and targeting to cellular compartments), modification, and degradation, and their roles in protein and cellular function. Prerequisite: MBB 321 and MBB 322, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 446 - The Molecular Biology of Cancer (3)

An examination of the molecular mechanisms that contribute to tumor formation, the hallmarks of cancer and their relationship to therapeutic strategies. Prerequisite: MBB 322 and 331, with a minimum grade of C, or permission of the instructor.

MBB 460 - Selected Topics in Bioinformatics and Genomics (3)

The topics in this course will vary from term to term, depending on faculty availability and student interest. Students may repeat this course for further credit under a different topic. Prerequisite: Will vary depending on the topic.

MBB 461 - Comparative Genomics (3)

Examination of the fundamentals of comparative genomics, identification and activity of functional elements in genomes, inter- and intra-species comparisons, relationship of genomic to phenotypic variation, and personalized genomics are among the topics to be explored. Comparison of genome data has impacts on medicine and many other fields of the life sciences. Prerequisite: MBB 331 and MBB 342, with a minimum grade of C. Students who have completed MBB 440 Comparative Genomics may not complete this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nansheng Chen
May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Tue, Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
MBB 462 - Human Genomics (3)

The organization of the human genome and the role of genomic variation in health and disease. Genomics and personalized medicine; intellectual property and privacy issues. Prerequisite: MBB 331 and MBB 342, with a minimum grade of C. Students with credit for MBB 440 with this same course title may not complete this course for further credit.

MBB 463 - Forensic Genomics (3)

A focus on the molecular and genomic biology associated with forensic science, including genome structure, genotyping, genetic analysis of DNA fingerprints, DNA data bases and CODIS, Y STRs. mtDNA and ethical considerations of DNA typing. Prerequisite: MBB 331, with a minimum grade of C.

MBB 464 - From Genome to System (3)

Methods that enable the integration of Biochemical, Genetic and Genomic knowledge (BiGG) to reconstruct a genomic scale network that defines the metabolic physiology of an organism will be explored. Applications of these approaches in the fields of microbial evolution, interaction networks, genetic engineering and drug discovery will be discussed. Prerequisite: MBB 331 and MBB 342.

and one additional upper division course from any department in the Faculty of Science (including MBB)

and either all of the following, which are taken in a single term (option A)

MBB 481 - Directed Research - Honours Thesis (5)

MBB 481 is one of three Directed Research courses taken concurrently to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option A). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out full time laboratory research in molecular biology and biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. The grade for MBB 481 encompasses the research design aspect of the project, consisting of the research proposal and honours thesis. Prerequisite: MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB or Biological Physics Honours Program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the MBB department. Corequisite: MBB 482 and MBB 483.

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MBB 482 - Directed Research - Honours Research Performance (5)

MBB 482 is one of three Directed Research courses taken concurrently to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option A). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out full time laboratory research in molecular biology and biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. The grade for MBB 482 encompasses the research performance aspect of the project. Prerequisite: MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB or Biological Physics Honours Program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the MBB department. Corequisite: MBB 481 and MBB 483.

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MBB 483 - Directed Research - Honours Thesis Defense (5)

MBB 483 is one of three Directed Research courses taken concurrently to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option A). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out full time laboratory research in molecular biology and biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. The grade for MBB 483 encompasses the defense component of the research project. Prerequisite: MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB or Biological Physics Honours Program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the MBB department. Corequisite: MBB 481 and MBB 482.

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or both of the following, to be taken in two consecutive terms (option B)

MBB 491 - Directed Research I (5)

MBB 491 is offered as a stand-alone Directed Research course open to MBB Majors, or as the first of two courses taken consecutively to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option B). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out part time laboratory research in an area of molecular biology or biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. MBB 491 coursework includes preparation of a research proposal and a report and oral presentation on the results of the project. Prerequisite: MBB 308 or MBB 309W and permission of the MBB department. Upper level standing in an MBB major, minor or honours program is required.

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MBB 492 - Directed Research II (10)

MBB 492 is the second of two courses taken consecutively to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option B). Two-thirds of full-time laboratory research in an area of molecular biology or biochemistry. The research project is typically a continuation of the MBB 491 project, supervised by the same faculty member. The course includes the preparation of a research proposal, a report and an oral presentation on the results of the project. Prerequisite: MBB 491, MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB honours program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the department.

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Students are required to complete additional upper division units to total a minimum of 60 upper division units.

Co-operative Education Recommendation

Students are encouraged to enroll in co-operative education.

University Honours Degree Requirements

Students must also satisfy University degree requirements for degree completion.

Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements

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

WQB Graduation Requirements

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

Requirement

Units

Notes
W - Writing

6

Must include at least one upper division course, taken at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV within the student’s major subject
Q - Quantitative

6

Q courses may be lower or upper division
B - Breadth

18

Designated Breadth Must be outside the student’s major subject, and may be lower or upper division
6 units Social Sciences: B-Soc
6 units Humanities: B-Hum
6 units Sciences: B-Sci

6

Additional Breadth 6 units outside the student’s major subject (may or may not be B-designated courses, and will likely help fulfil individual degree program requirements)

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

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Residency Requirements and Transfer Credit

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

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

Elective Courses

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

In order to complete an honours degree in 124 units, students are encouraged to use upper division B-soc and B-hum courses to complete these electives rather than fulfill their B-soc and B-hum requirements with Lower Division courses.

An elective course is any university course outside of the student's program requirements.

Research and Directed Reading Courses

For honours degree credit, students are limited to 18 undergraduate research courses and/or directed reading units. These include

MBB 471 - Undergraduate Colloquium (1)

Recent research articles on the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular activities, genomics and bioinformatics or the structure, function and interactions of macromolecules will be presented and discussed by students and faculty. This course will be available for MBB undergraduates to take once for undergraduate credit and will be offered in conjunction with MBB 821 (Cell and Molecular Biology), 841 (Genomics and Bioinformatics) or 861 Biomolecular Structure and Function. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

MBB 481 - Directed Research - Honours Thesis (5)

MBB 481 is one of three Directed Research courses taken concurrently to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option A). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out full time laboratory research in molecular biology and biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. The grade for MBB 481 encompasses the research design aspect of the project, consisting of the research proposal and honours thesis. Prerequisite: MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB or Biological Physics Honours Program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the MBB department. Corequisite: MBB 482 and MBB 483.

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MBB 482 - Directed Research - Honours Research Performance (5)

MBB 482 is one of three Directed Research courses taken concurrently to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option A). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out full time laboratory research in molecular biology and biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. The grade for MBB 482 encompasses the research performance aspect of the project. Prerequisite: MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB or Biological Physics Honours Program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the MBB department. Corequisite: MBB 481 and MBB 483.

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MBB 483 - Directed Research - Honours Thesis Defense (5)

MBB 483 is one of three Directed Research courses taken concurrently to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option A). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out full time laboratory research in molecular biology and biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. The grade for MBB 483 encompasses the defense component of the research project. Prerequisite: MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB or Biological Physics Honours Program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the MBB department. Corequisite: MBB 481 and MBB 482.

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MBB 490 - Directed Readings in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (2)

Directed reading in a topic of molecular biology or biochemistry chosen in consultation with a supervisor. Before seeking approval for enrollment in this course, the student should have already obtained the agreement of a faculty member that he/she is willing to supervise the project, and have prepared a written proposal (of approximately one page) stating the nature of the directed reading topic. The course will include the preparation of a written term paper on the topic chosen. Prerequisite: MBB 231, with a minimum grade of C, and permission of the molecular biology and biochemistry department. Usually, upper level standing with at least 60 units in a Biochemistry major, minor or honours program will be required.

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MBB 491 - Directed Research I (5)

MBB 491 is offered as a stand-alone Directed Research course open to MBB Majors, or as the first of two courses taken consecutively to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option B). This course provides students with the opportunity to carry out part time laboratory research in an area of molecular biology or biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. MBB 491 coursework includes preparation of a research proposal and a report and oral presentation on the results of the project. Prerequisite: MBB 308 or MBB 309W and permission of the MBB department. Upper level standing in an MBB major, minor or honours program is required.

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MBB 492 - Directed Research II (10)

MBB 492 is the second of two courses taken consecutively to fulfill the requirements of the MBB Honours program (Option B). Two-thirds of full-time laboratory research in an area of molecular biology or biochemistry. The research project is typically a continuation of the MBB 491 project, supervised by the same faculty member. The course includes the preparation of a research proposal, a report and an oral presentation on the results of the project. Prerequisite: MBB 491, MBB 308, MBB 309W and MBB 331, enrollment in the MBB honours program, a minimum 3.0 CGPA and 3.0 UDGPA and permission of the department.

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MBB 498 - Directed Research (3)

Part time laboratory research in an area of molecular biology or biochemistry under the supervision of an MBB faculty member or associate. MBB 498 coursework includes preparation of a research proposal, a report and an oral presentation on the results of the project. Prerequisite: MBB 308 or 309W; Students may not take MBB 498 concurrently with MBB 481, 482, 483, 491 or 492 or BISC 490, 491, 492W, 498 or 499.

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and corresponding courses offered by other departments (e.g. BISC 490, 491, 492, 498, 499). If students complete more than 18 units of these courses, they may not apply the extra units toward the degree total (124 for honours). In addition, honours students may not complete more than 15 research and/or reading units in one term.