INTRODUCTION TO POLYMER PHYSICS
Introduction to the physics of polymeric materials. Concepts of polymer physical properties are introduced; including molecular weight, chain conformation, solution thermodynamics, the glass transition, crystallinity, basic rheology and viscoelasticity. Knowledge of introductory general chemistry and thermodynamics [such as CHEM 104 ] required.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: Graduate/professional standing or declared in Capstone Certificate in Polymer Processing & Manufacturing Course Designation: Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2025 Learning Outcomes: 1. Explain and calculate how the molecular weight of polymers is described as a distribution. Audience: Graduate 2. Analyze outcomes of polymer materials such as aging based on properties such as viscoelasticity. Audience: Graduate 3. Diagnose issues in manufacturing and processing such as when an incorrect molecular weight or blend has been used to make a material or compound. Audience: Graduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Explain and calculate how the molecular weight of polymers is described as a distribution. Audience: Graduate 2. Analyze outcomes of polymer materials such as aging based on properties such as viscoelasticity. Audience: Graduate 3. Diagnose issues in manufacturing and processing such as when an incorrect molecular weight or blend has been used to make a material or compound. Audience: Graduate
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- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027