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In 1989, the Ontario Agriculture College School of Engineering at the University of Guelph was merged with the College of Physical Sciences to become the College of Physical and Engineering Sciences (CPES). CPES offers programs in Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Bachelor of Computing (B.Comp), Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), and Bachelor of Arts (BA).

The college is run by various personnel’s with the dean of the college being Dr. Anthony Vannelli. The programs generally last three to five years and includes having co-op as an option for certain majors.

History of College
The government of Ontario started a campus in Guelph in 1874, and since then engineering has been taught. The first building constructed was towards agricultural mechanics in 1905 and measured 146 ft by 64 ft. The program was developed in the early twenties through the Farm Power short courses and consultation services offered by the department. The Agricultural Engineering Department was created in 1928 with the incorporation of the Physics, Farm Mechanics and Manual Training departments. After World War I an agricultural engineering option was created to meet the increase in the mechanization of Ontario farms. Thus, in 1946, twelve individuals enrolled in the first Agricultural Mechanics Option and were given their Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (BSA) in 1948. With time, the University expanded its program. In 1954, students had the option of completing a 5th year in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Toronto and earn a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) degree along with their BSA degree. Later on in 1957 students had the option of completing Civil Engineering at the University of Toronto. In addition, this year was also the year the Department of Agricultural Engineering changed its name to the Department of Engineering Science.

The School of Agricultural Engineering was established in September 1965 with The Senate of the University allowing the B.Sc. (Eng) degree. Students in their final year had the option of choosing Agricultural Engineering, Biological Engineering and Water Resources Engineering as one of their majors. The new undergraduate program began in the fall semester of 1969 and was fully operational in 1972-73. The undergraduate program was certified in 1973 by the Canadian Accreditation Board of the Canadian Council of Professional Engineers. The first graduates of this program were in 1973. Later on during the 1980’s the program expanded with developing minors in Food Engineering and Environmental Engineering. Then in 1984 a cooperative education program was created for individuals with outstanding rankings.

In 2008, the University of Guelph had Canada's first full-fledged Nanoscience major. The major is provided by the departments of Chemistry and Physics. CPES also launched a new Mechanical Engineering program in 2009. The new program provides students the option of specializing in wind and solar energy, mechatronics, food and beverage engineering, biomechanics and prosthetics manufacturing or do a combination depending on their interests.

In addition, on May 31 2010, the University of Guelph Senate approved a proposal to create the faculty of Physical and Mathematical Sciences which will include the CPES departments of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics & Statistics. Furthermore, the Department of Computing and Information Science (CIS) will be renamed the School of Computer Science, falling within the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Sciences.

Albert A. Thornbrough Building
The Albert A. Thornbrough building was opened on June 23, 1973. It was named after Albert A. Thornbrough, president of Massey-Ferguson Ltd., and Vice-Chairman of the University Board of Directors and Chairman of the University Finance Committee from 1968 to 1973. Massey-Ferguson Ltd., a major agricultural equipment manufacturer donated $750,000 toward the $2,000,000 building costs.

Department of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry houses 20 faculty members active in the fields of analytical, physical, theoretical, organic and inorganic chemistry. Undergraduate programs contain a co-op option, giving students the opportunity to apply their education outside of the classroom. For graduate studies, the University of Guelph has a partnership with the University of Waterloo, (GWC)2, which is highly recognized across Canada as one of the best Chemistry graduate programs in the country.

Undergraduate Programs offered:
Biological and Pharmaceutical Chemistry B.Sc. (Co-op available)
 * For students who wish to maintain a strong chemistry core while being able to branch into biological and pharmaceutical chemistry, applied pharmacology, physics, or toxicology.

Applied Pharmaceutical Chemistry B.Sc. (Tech) (Co-op only)
 * Designed to train students looking to work in the pharmaceutical industry.

Chemistry B.Sc. (Co-op available)
 * Studying how molecules behave, and creating new molecules to analyze.

Biological Chemistry B.Sc.
 * Looking at the biological sciences from a perspective rooted in chemistry.

Chemical Physics B.Sc. (Co-op available)
 * A well-rounded program marked by the combination of chemistry and physics.

Environmental Monitoring and Analysis B.Sc. (Env) (Co-op available)
 * Using the study of air, soil, and water to look at the environmental and societal impact of anthropogenic chemicals and energy.

School of Computer Science (SOCS)
The School of Computer Science is committed to first rate research and innovation within the computing and information sciences. They offer a wide variety of co-op programs to give students a head start on their careers.

Undergraduate Programs offered:
Computer Science B.Comp. (Co-op available)
 * Providing a solid foundation in computing with a focus on software, hardware and theory.

Software Engineering B.Comp.
 * A program aimed at developing professional and teamwork skills with a focus on the development and design of software.

Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Programs offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics give students a firm foundation in their chosen program, opening a plethora of career opportunities in any number of fields. These areas of study allow new research in areas such as toxicology, data communications, biotechnology and more. Co-op programs are also offered for some majors.

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Undergraduate Programs offered: ===== Mathematics B.A., B.Sc., B.A.S.
 * For the math-minded, or those interested in studying pure mathematics.

Statistics B.A., B.Sc., B.A.S., Diploma—Applied Statistics
 * A strong math base, with a focus on modern statistical methods.

Applied Mathematics and Statistics B.Sc. (Co-op only)
 * A solid math and statistics education with an option for applying learned concepts in a co-op position.

Environmetrics B.Sc. Env.
 * Last admission 2009

Department of Physics
Department has 18 faculty members and its own observatory located on top of MacNaughton building. The telescope has four eyepieces and has a focal length of 3910 mm. Faculty members collaborate with many different institutions such as the Perimeter Institute and TRIUMF. In addition department features numerous seminars and events on topics such as fusion energy, particle colliders and many more. Faculty member Ralf Gellert is a lead scientist for the Alpha particle X-ray spectrometer (APXS) on board the Mars Exploration Rovers (MER).

Undergraduate Programs offered:
Physics B.Sc. (Co-op available)
 * Program focuses on covering fundamentals of physics such as electromagnetism, quantum physics, subatomic particles, and mechanics.

Nanoscience B.Sc.
 * Program includes research based curriculum, small classes and exciting career opportunities in this new fast growing field.

Theoretical Physics B.Sc.
 * Designed for those students who value taking additional mathematics courses in order to prepare them to work in modern field of theoretical physics.

Chemical Physics B.Sc. (Co-op available)
 * Major focuses on quantum mechanical basis of molecular structure and materials science.

Biophysics B.Sc. (Co-op available)
 * Program includes unique disciplines such as molecular biology, biochemistry and study of ecosystems.

School of Engineering
Guelph engineering offers seven different majors with co-op option for each of them. In addition because students take the same introductory courses in the first year, it is very easy to switch between the seven programs offered. University of Guelph offers wide array of support to engineering students via counseling, cluster living in residence and peer helpers. Guelph engineering programs focus on applying theory in practice and thus by the end of the undergraduate degree in engineering students will complete at least six design projects. Finally, Guelph engineering emphasizes that when you enroll to any of the seven programs, everyone would know your name since there is a lot of interaction between professors and students.

Undergraduate Programs offered:
Biomedical B.Eng.
 * A program that focuses on designing future medical instruments and mechanical implants by applying engineering principles to medicine.

Biological B.Eng.
 * For those who want to enhance human, animal and plant life by applying engineering principles to controlling biological processes.

Computer B.Eng.
 * Computer engineers focus on artificial intelligence and robotics, software engineers, Microsystems design and electronic design automation.

Environmental B.Eng.
 * Major focuses on ways how engineering principles can help to minimize the impact of humans on environment.

Mechanical B.Eng.
 * Students can specialize in mechatronics, wind and solar energy, food and beverage engineering, biomechanics and many more.

Systems and Computing B.Eng.
 * A multidisciplinary field that combines principles of general engineering along with strengths of computer science.

Water Resources B.Eng.
 * Program focuses on hydrology, environmental science, meteorology, geology, conservation and resources management in order to address modern concerns surrounding water.

Math & Stats Learning Centre
Within the CPES the Department of Mathematics & Statistics works closely with students to help with their education by providing a Math & Stats Learning Centre. This centre covers tutoring in the 1000 & 2000 levels of the various Math & Stats courses offered. The Centre is located in the McLaughlin Library, on the third floor and hours vary. Tutors are available in the fall and winter semester to work with drop-in students. The Centre is open for each full 14-week semester period: Mon. & Wed. 9:30 – 15:30, Tues. & Thurs. 10:00 – 16:00, and Fri. 9:30 – 14:30 (excluding holidays & winter study week).

Senior undergraduate & graduate students are welcome to work at the Learning Centre for wages. They can apply at the Mathematics and Statistics office in the MacNaughton Building.

The Learning Centre also posts Self-Study Modules on its website for students, or anyone interested, to attempt at their leisure. Modules include topics such as Exponents & Logs, Trigonometry, Quadratics, Graphs, Equations and Lines.

The website also hosts access to a Repository of modules covering various topics to assist all University students with improving their numeracy and quantitative reasoning abilities. The Numeracy and Quantitative Reasoning Initiative, which begun in 2005, was responsible for the conception of the Repository. The University of Guelph Library & Learning Commons, the Data Resource Centre (DRC), the Teaching Support Services (TSS) and the Computing and Communications Services work along with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics to make the Repository a success. Some topics include Percentages & Percentiles, Nominal, z-scores, Measures of Central Tendency, and t-tests, with the option to search the Repository for various topics.

Students are encouraged to reach out to the Learning Centre and to seek assistance through the Numeracy and Quantitative Reasoning Repository. Further help for Math & Stats students can be found through Seminars held periodically in sections such as Colloquium Series, Thesis/Project Presentation, Applied Analysis, Biomathematics & Biostatistics, Operations Research, Quantum Information & Geometric Statistics, and Computational Statistics.

Also, a program exists through the Supported Learning Groups (SLG) which helps Math & Stats students with MATH 1080 (Elements of Calculus I) and STAT 2040 (Statistics I) by providing sessions lead by Peer Helpers where students get the opportunity to work on course concepts, program vocabulary, and be able test themselves.

The City of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario, Canada was rated, in 2007, as one of the top ten best places to live in Canada by "MoneySense" magazine and has managed to remain on the list in the top 20 for 2010. Guelph is internationally known for its musical attractions such as the Hillside Festival and The Guelph Jazz Festival. It has also been ranked as one of the top five sustainable cities in Ontario. Student ID cards serve as Guelph Transit bus passes, which allow students to get around the various city locations, such as taking a trip to The Grand River Conservation Area where students can enjoy mountain biking, rock climbing, caving, canoeing and kayaking. Student ID cards are also used as meal cards, where money is automatically deducted from the student's account. This meal card can also be used at various off-campus Guelph restaurant locations.

University Campus
The College of Physical & Engineering Science students are part of the University of Guelph, which consists of roughly 18,000 full-time and part-time students. Aside from classes, lectures and labs, the University encourages the "empowerment and the development of the whole person" by creating a solid support system to students through endless Athletics options, inviting them to join intercollegiate teams.

Other forms of support the University offers include good health and mental well-being, as well as safety and emergency first-aid services. Guelph is extremely active in creating a supportive community.

For those relocating to Guelph, the University offers a variety of services in assisting with accommodation, such as on-campus walking students through their various options and even has on-line virtual tours. The University also supplies information about off-campus housing.

The campus has 17 different dining facilities and the hospitality services have been "rated number one for campus food six years in a row".

Extracurricular
Students are encouraged to be involved in their respective fields of study within the College by offering things such as Social Networking in the Computer Science department, as well as job opportunities to undergraduate & graduate students. Many of the people on the Gryphon Racing team, a student run club that builds an open-wheeled racecar each year, are Engineer majors. (14)

The College hosts various events involving high-school students such as the School of Engineering's WindEng design competition and Roboticon, which is held by the School of Computer Science.

CPES Student Council
CPES Student Council (CPESSC) is a student run organization within CPES that brings students within the college together for social activities and also allows their voice to be heard by the college, the Alumni Association and the university community. The council consists of six executive members that get voted in each year. The positions are President, VP Internal, VP Social, VP Finances, VP Operations and Chairperson.

CPESSC also has a duty to support registered academic interest groups within the college. Each club has the right to vote on CPESSC issues during their weekly meetings. The clubs currently registered with CPESSC are:
 * Astronomy Club
 * Bachelor of Arts & Science Student Association
 * Chemistry & Biochemistry Club
 * Engineering Society
 * Environmental Science Student Executive
 * Math & Stats Club
 * Physics Club
 * Society of Computing & Information Science
 * Women in Science & Engineering
 * Nanoscience Club