MATSCEN 5641
Transcript Abbreviation:
Str-Prop Polymers
Course Description:
An understanding of the structure/property relationships that drive the continued expansion of polymers into a wide array of applications.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 2010, CPHR 2.0 or higher, and rank 3 or 4 in Engineering; or Grad standing; or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for both 642 and 643.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Survey the broad field of polymer science and engineering associated with the behavior of plastics
Introduce the student to important concepts that distinguish plastics from inorganic materials (e.g., ceramics, metals) and govern their behavior as solids
Learn about crystallization and crystallization phenomena important in determining polymer 'architecture'
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to bonding in polymers | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Polymer architecture and microstructure – crystallization/thermal analysis | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Recycling and the “Big 6” | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Mechanical properties and additives | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Unit operations and properties | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Case studies and fracture; diffusion | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Polymer synthesis and chain structure | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Polymer solutions | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Polymer blends | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Polymer surfaces and interfaces | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Modern polymer topics | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| In-class quizzes | 10% |
| Mid-term Exam 1 | 30% |
| Mid-term Exam 2 | 30% |
| Final Exam | 30% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to physical polymer science | L.H. Sperling |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 2 | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 4 | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 5 | an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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