Polymer Chemistry an Introduction, Malcolm P. Stevens, Third Edition available at USF Bookstore. Synthetic methods, characterization techniques and polymer properties are discussed. The course begins with basic concepts and proceeds to state of the art polymer science issues.
Organic chemistry is a prerequisite.
Attendance is recommended during lectures and mandatory during presentations. S-U contracts must be negotiated during the first three weeks of the term. Catalog p. 41. An I grade indicates incomplete coursework and may be awarded to an undergraduate student only when a small portion of the student s work is incomplete and only when the student is otherwise earning a passing grade.