An introduction in polymer chemistry, studying the different methods of polymer synthesis and characterization of macromolecules. Emphasis on the molecular structure of these materials and how it relates to physical properties. Laboratory to emphasize enzyme isolation and molecular biology techniques. Three hours of lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week. Three hours of lecture and 4 hours of laboratory per week.
Subject matter varies.
Course may be taken more than once provided subject matter is not repeated. Entails a directed laboratory or library oriented investigation of one or more topics of mutual interest to student and instructor. Approximately 120 hours per semester. Approximately 120 hours per semester.