The Course List displayed here is for the most recent version of the program only.
Current students should always consult their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) on myDawson.
Term 1
Course Number
Course Name
C - L - H
Hrs
Concentration
201-922-DW
Introduction to Statistical Methods
2 - 1 - 1
45
Description:
The course covers basic combination and probability analysis and statistical analysis of experimental data including means, standard deviation, confidence interval, graphical representation of data, accuracy and precision, regression analysis, statistical comparison of experimental methods and control charts.
201-923-DW
Applied Mathematics
2 - 1 - 2
45
Description:
To provide students with the necessary mathematical knowledge to aid them in their engineering courses and to prepare them for Calculus.
202-102-DW
General Chemistry
3 - 2 - 3
75
The description for this course is not available at this time.
210-111-DW
Introduction to Laboratory Technology
2 - 1 - 2
45
Description:
This course will give the students an overview of the occupation of an analytical chemistry technologist in Quebec. The students will learn the basic principles of quality standards applied in analytical chemistry laboratories and of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training is provided to the students, which will allow them to continue working in the chemistry laboratories. The students will learn to interpret and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
210-112-DW
Basic Laboratory Techniques
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
This course focuses on the preparation and standardization of solutions for use in analytical procedures. Students will acquire basic laboratory skills on the proper use of balances and pipettes, and be able to perform volumetric titration, dilution, and solution transfer. The course will emphasize the use of calculations and statistical tools associated with treating experimental data. These skills will be applied to the analyses of environmental and industrial samples.
For the Electronics Engineering Technology course (201-NYA-05 Electronics Engineering Technology), students will learn limits, continuity, the derivative, techniques of differentiation, integrals, applications of derivatives, and integrals to Electronics Engineering Technology. For the Chem-Tech course (201-NYA-05 Chem Tech/Lab Tech), students will learn limits, the derivative, techniques of differentiation, integrals, applications of derivatives, areas, volumes and other applications of calculus related to their area of study.
202-201-DW
Chemistry of Solutions
3 - 2 - 3
75
Description:
This course focuses on chemical equilibrium principles for aqueous solutions. Topics include solution concentrations, kinetics and equilibrium, pH, buffer solutions, solubility product, electrochemistry and free energy. A strong emphasis is placed on laboratory techniques.
203-924-DW
Applied Optics
2 - 3 - 3
75
Description:
This is the first physics course for students in the Analytical Chemistry program. The primary aim of the course is to acquaint students with the basic concepts required to understand the physical properties of the equipment used in Analytical Chemistry. In addition to both geometric and wave optics, the course will cover basic concepts in nuclear and modern physics.
210-211-DW
Introduction to Analysis Techniques
3 - 4 - 3
105
Description:
This course gives the first glimpse at physicochemical and instrumental analysis techniques, while continued emphasis is placed on traditional analysis techniques, such as titrimetry and gravimetry. The students are also exposed to the basic knowledge, use and maintenance of some chromatographic and spectroscopic instruments, all of which will be applied in all laboratory courses throughout the program. Quality assurance activities will be applied throughout this course.
General Education
603-10x-DW
English 102 or 103
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of courses for:
This is the second course for students in the Analytical Chemistry program. The primary aim of the course is to acquaint students with the basic concepts of electrical measurement, DC circuits, and basic principles of electronics in order to identify electronic components and to understand schematic diagrams of equipment used in chemical analysis, as specified in the manufacturer’s technical manuals.
210-311-DW
Samples in Analytical Chemistry
1 - 3 - 1
60
Description:
The Samples in Analytical Chemistry course (210-311-DW) informs students how to collect, handle and store representative samples prior to analysis. Practical experiments conducted during the semester aim to reinforce these principles.
210-331-DW
Introduction to Organic Techniques
2 - 3 - 2
75
Description:
Introduction to Organic Techniques (210-331-DW) provides students with basic knowledge of hydrocarbons, their classes, nomenclatures, and properties, as well as basic experimental skills in performing organic chemistry experiments, focusing on separation (TLC, distillation), purification (crystallization, extraction) and identification (mp, bp, optical rotation, IR and 1H NMR spectroscopy) of simple organic compounds.
210-341-DW
Analytical Spectroscopy
3 - 4 - 3
105
Description:
In this course, students will learn to use different atomic and molecular spectroscopy instruments with emphasis on quantitative applications. The theoretical background of various spectroscopic techniques is introduced, as well as the structure and components of the instruments.
General Education
603-10x-DW
English 102 or 103
2 - 2 - 3
60
Please see the English Department's offering of courses for:
210-491-DW: Internship (Stage) This course will allow the students to gain experience in an industrial laboratory, performing a project under the supervision of the host company. They will apply some of the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic milieu, gain knowledge of the industry and lab hosting the stage, observe the functioning of industrial laboratories, their organization, and the diverse tasks of the technologist, demonstrate ability to integrate into a working team, gain knowledge and understanding of laboratory safety, acquire skills on writing a resume and develop presentation skills.
140-923-DW
Microbiology
2 - 4 - 3
90
Description:
The Microbiology course is given in the fourth semester of the Laboratory Technology Program. This course introduces students to the fundamental principles related to microorganisms and basic laboratory techniques used in an industrial context. The competencies attained in this course focus on the isolation and identification of microorganisms and their potential risks especially with respect to potable water, food and pharmaceutical products. This course will also deal with methods to control microorganisms, the safe-handling and management of contaminated materials and emergency action in case of exposure to dangerous microorganisms.
202-203-DW
Organic chemistry 1
3 - 2 - 3
75
The description for this course is not available at this time.
210-441-DW
Instrumental Separations
2 - 5 - 3
105
Description:
In this course, the students will learn the basics of instrumental separations using liquid and gas chromatography and capillary electrophoresis. The basics of chromatographic separations, as well as the theory of different separation techniques are discussed. The students will learn to independently operate chromatography instruments, with consideration of the nature of the sample and the goal of the separation. Basic instrument maintenance is performed. Aspects of method development are introduced. The students will also perform quantitative analyses using calibrations common in chromatographic methods.
210-491-DW *
Internship (Stage)
0 - 10 - 1
150
Description:
This course will allow the students to gain experience in an industrial laboratory, performing a project under the supervision of the host company. They will apply some of the knowledge and skills acquired in the academic milieu, gain knowledge of the industry and lab hosting the stage, observe the functioning of industrial laboratories, their organization, and the diverse tasks of the technologist, demonstrate ability to integrate into a working team, gain knowledge and understanding of laboratory safety, acquire skills on writing a resume and develop presentation skills.
In this course, the students will explore the various applications of instrumental techniques in chemical analysis, such as atomic and molecular spectroscopy and chromatographic techniques. The laboratory experiments are designed to deepen the student’s understanding of the overall procedure of chemical analysis from interpreting the analysis protocol to performing the analysis and interpreting the results.
210-512-DW
Electrochemistry
1 - 2 - 1
45
Description:
This course provides the competencies associated to the field of electrochemical analysis. A review and application of the different potentiometric and galvanometric electrochemical techniques will be covered. The student will be familiarized with the construction and the use of different working (indicator) and reference electrode and the assembly of electrochemical cells for performing electroanalytical measurements.
210-531-DW
Organic Analysis
2 - 4 - 2
90
Description:
The Organic Analysis Course covers all aspects of the reactions, preparation and spectroscopic analysis of organic molecules and mixtures. The emphasis is on the techniques commonly used in industry, such as thin-layer chromatography (TLC), column and flash chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), infrared (IR) and mass spectroscopy (MS).
210-551-DW
Physicochemical Measurements
3 - 4 - 3
105
Description:
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and concepts of Chemical Thermodynamics and their applications to problems of chemical interests. Physical Chemistry provides future chemical technologists with the theoretical background necessary for comprehension of important industrial processes and for further study. The laboratory experiments will acquaint students with basic apparatus and experimental techniques used in Physical Chemistry.
In this course, the students will perform laboratory experiments in qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis using manual and instrumental techniques that have been learned earlier in the Program. For some of the experiments, the students will develop the procedure using given goals and guidelines. Emphasis is put on the overall process of analysis, from sample collection and preparation to the final result, with methods to estimate accuracy and precision. The students are expected to conduct themselves in the laboratory with a high degree of autonomy and professionalism.
210-631-DW
Biomolecules
2 - 5 - 3
105
Description:
This course builds on the skills and competencies acquired in previous organic chemistry courses - Organic Chemistry I and both intro and advanced Organic Chemistry Techniques. The objective of the course is to familiarize the students with the properties, reactions, and characterization of different biological molecules. This is achieved through laboratory work, lectures, and homework assignments. In the laboratory component, the students will characterize different types of biomolecules using manual and instrumental methods.
210-651-DW
Chemical Processes
3 - 0 - 2
45
Description:
This course will prepare the student to formulate and solve material and energy balances on chemical process systems. More fundamentally, it introduces the engineering approach to solving process-related problems: breaking a process down into its components, establishing the relations between known and unknown process variables, assembling the information needed to solve for the unknowns using a combination of experimentation, empiricism, and the application of natural laws, and, finally, putting the pieces together to obtain the desired problem solution. This course will begin with a qualitative discussion on problems chemical engineers must face in connection with several dissimilar processes, and the introduction to fundamental techniques of engineering calculations. The systematic development of elementary process analysis is also discussed: what process variables are and how they are expressed, measured and calculated.
210-693-DW
Laboratory Technology Project
1 - 4 - 2
75
Description:
The course will provide experience in working independently in a laboratory utilizing the techniques and methods learned in the Program. The students will also learn how to design lab experiments specifying the equipment and supplies needed to execute a project. The course will also teach the students to take notes and keep a proper lab notebook according to GLP. Finally the students learn to interpret experimental results, write a technical report, work in a safe environment, give a final oral presentation and a critical assessment of the project.
General Education
345-BXH-DW
Applied Ethics in Humanities
3 - 0 - 3
45
Please see the Humanities Department's offering of Applied Ethics (345-BXH-MQ) courses.
