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Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Engineering (Materials)
Code
KMEB2108
Title
Polymer Science and Technology
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
120 hours
Credit
3
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain general concepts and definitions that are
fundamental to polymer science & technology
2.
Identify various types of polymer
3.
Design various types of polymer and polymerisation
mechanism
4.
Calculate basic calculation of polymer molecular weight,
thermodynamics, mechanical properties, etc.
Synopsis
This course introduces the students to polymer science &
technology. It consists of introduction to polymer science,
classification of polymers, polymer synthesis, solutions,
molecular weight, solid-state properties and mechanical
properties.
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
1.
Joel R. Fried, 2nd Edition, Polymer Science and Technology,
Prentice Hall.
2.
Malcom P. Stevens, 2nd Ed., Polymer Chemistry – an
Introduction, Oxford.
3.
Harry R. Allock et al, 3rd edition, Contemporary Polymer
Chemistry, International Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall.
4.
A Brent Strong, Plastics: Materials anf Processing, Prentice-
HallStephen L. Rosen, 2nd edition, Fundamental Pronciples
of Polymeric Materials, Wiley-Interscience Publication
5.
Anil Kumar et al, Fundamentals of Polymers, Mc Graw Hill
Soft Skills
Please refer to Softskills Matrix