CHE 444

CHE 444 Structure Property Relations in Macromolecular Media

Credit Structure:(3-0)3

Catalog Description:

Macromolecular chains. Thermodynamics of macromolecules. Diffusion in macromolecules. Gelation, Rheological properties.

 

Course Objectives:

To give the students an understanding of structure-property relations in macromolecular media; ability to communicate effectively; a solid understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; an awareness of the need for, and ability to engage life-long learning; familiarity with the contemporary chemical engineering issues.

 

Prerequisites:
None

 

Textbook(s):
Seymour, R.B. and Carraher, C.H., “Structure-Property Relationships in Polymers”, Plenum Press, New York, 1984.

McCrum, N.G., Buckley, C.P. and Bucknall, C.B., “Principles of Polymer Engineering”, Oxford, University Press, New York, 1988.

H.G. Elias, "Macromolecules", Plenum Press, New York, 1977.

 

Reference:

Rosen, Stephen L., “Fundamental Principles of Polymeric Materials”, John Wiley and Sons Inc., New York, 1993.

 

Syllabus:


1.      Chemical and Physical Structures of  Polymers (2 weeks).

2.      Tests for Properties of Polymers (0.5 week)

3.      Thermal, Mechanical, Optical and Electric Properties of Polymers (3 weeks).

4.      Diffusion and Permeation of Gas and Vapors in Polymers (1 week).

5.      Chemical Resistance of Polymers (0.5 week).

6.      Polymer Rheology (2 weeks).

7.      Polymer Matrix Composites (2 weeks).

8.      Structure and Technology of Rubbers (2 weeks).

 

2  Midterm exams (1 week)

Homeworks, Quizzes, Projects:

A term project is given

 

Computer Usage:

In report writing

Laboratory work:

None

 

Category Content:

Mathematics and Basic Sciences: None

Engineering Sciences: None

Humanities & Social Sciences: None

Departmental: 3 credits

 

Instructors:
Göknur Bayram, Levent Yılmaz, Ülkü Yılmazer