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Overview

The course is divided into 4 sections: Polymer Chemistry and Synthesis: raw materials and synthesis of polymers; monomers, homopolymers, copolymers; basic organic chemistry and applied polymer chemistry; free radical polymerization, kinetics and mechanism; ionic and condensation polymerization, kinetics and mechanism. Polymer Physics and Characterisation: chain dimensions; polymer thermodynamics; polymer solution … For more content click the Read More button below. Polymer morphology and physico-chemical properties: amorphous and crystalline states; multicomponent systems; iso-free volume theory; mechanical, physical and chemical properties in relation to bulk morphology; lab component that complements the theory learned in class with a focus on the properties of polymers. Commodity and speciality plastics: compositions and fabrication; additives in plastics; commercial manufacturing processes and applications

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