Polymeric Materials (MATE310) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Polymeric Materials MATE310 Area Elective 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
MATE201
Course Language English
Course Type Elective Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Course Assistants
Course Objectives To teach ‘Structure’, ‘Property’, and ‘Processing’ of polymeric materials in order to understand their mechanical and physical properties.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • In this course students will learn the structure, property and processing of polymeric materials. At the end of the course, students will have knowledge about the mechanical and physical properties of polymeric materials at introduction level.
Course Content Introductory information about the types, importance and application of polymeric materials; structure and properties of polymers; characteristics, applications, and processing of polymers.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction; Definition, Classification, Historical development, Raw material, Uses. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
2 Structure of the Polymers; Binding, Configuration & Conformation, Related pages of the course books and the other sources.
3 Structure of the Polymers; Crystallinity, Thermal properties.
4 Molecular Weight and Distribution; Colligative properties, End-Group Analysis Related pages of the course books and the other sources
5 Molecular Weight and Distribution; Light Scattering, Intrinsic viscosity, GPS. Related pages of the course books and the other sources.
6 Midterm 1
7 Synthesis of Polymers; Chain growth polymerization. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
8 Synthesis of Polymers; Step growth polymerization. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
9 Polymerization Processes; Bulk polymerization. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
10 Polymerization Processes; Emulsion polymerization. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
11 Radiation polymerization, Solution polymerization.
12 Suspension polymerization, Plasma polymerization. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
13 Polymer Processing Techniques; Extrusion, Molding. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
14 Polymer Processing Techniques; Calendering, Coating. Related pages of the course books and the other sources
15 Recitation before final exam
16 Final exam

Sources

Course Book 1. Polymer Science and Technology, 3rd Ed. Joel R. Fried, 2013.
2. Introduction to Polymers, 3rd Ed. Robert J. Young, Peter A. Lovell, 2011.
Other Sources 3. Plastics Engineering R. J. Crawford
4. Polymer Chemistry, Fred J. Davis
5. Mechanical Response of Polymers: An Introduction, Alan S. Wineman, K. R. Rajagopal
6. Materials Science and Engineering; Callister, John Wiley & Sons

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation 1 10
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 2 20
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 1 30
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 5 100
Percentage of Semester Work 60
Percentage of Final Work 40
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences and the subjects specific to chemical engineering disciplines; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems. X
2 The ability to define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3 The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions in such a way as to meet the specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4 The ability to select, and use modern techniques and tools needed to analyze and solve complex problems encountered in chemical engineering practices; the ability to use information technologies effectively.
5 The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, gather data, and analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or research areas specific to engineering disciplines.
6 The ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually.
7 Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both in writing and in writing; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make presentations, to give clear and understandable instructions.
8 Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and adapt and excel oneself continuously.
9 Acting in conformity with the ethical principles; professional and ethical responsibility and knowledge of the standards employed in chemical engineering applications.
10 Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development.
11 Knowledge of the global and social effects of chemical engineering practices on health, environment, and safety issues, and knowledge of the contemporary issues in engineering areas; awareness of the possible legal consequences of engineering practices.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 16 1 16
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments 2 10 20
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 1 15 15
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 25 25
Total Workload 124