An in-depth study of a selected topic in chemistry that requires a thorough understanding of organic chemistry.
Topics vary depending on student interest and instructor availability.
The web page will retain all the syllabi with the most recent one first. The student will develop a firm understanding of the synthesis, analysis, morphology, and rheology of polymers. Once these goals are met, many traditional and nontraditional uses of polymers will be investigated. Since the assignments are classified as major works, copies will be maintained in the student portfolios maintained in the department. This exam will be cumulative with respect to the work completed to the point 1 week prior to the stated midterm point in the schedule.