This course will be offered in 1996-97 and in alternate years thereafter. II Fundamentals of polymer science and technology based on organic polymers. The principal mechanisms of polymerization including radical, ionic and condensation, are covered in detail. Characterization of polymers by physical means. Mechanical behavior including bulk and solution properties of polymers.
Polymer syntheses and modifications including block and graft copolymerization.
Structure, property and end use applications of plastic materials. Plastics processing, testing and technology. Survey of commodity plastics as well as engineering resins including their applications and economic considerations. Presentation of trade and technical literature in the field. This course will be offered in 1996-97 and in alternate years thereafter.