Fall 2025 - CHEM 849 G100
Special Topics in Materials Chemistry (3)
Class Number: 5922
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Tue, Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Gary Leach
1 778 782-8065
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Selected topics in materials chemistry will be covered, which may vary from year to year and may include (but are not limited to): materials with tunable optoelectronic properties, trace element analysis of materials using non-destructive techniques, and materials with applications in producing and utilizing chemical energy.
Materials
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Registrar Notes:
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