FCK3110 Transport Properties of Polymers 6.0 credits
The course consists of a project assignment on the theme: mass transport properties of polymers, that the student will carry out, preferably with connections to the students own research. The content of the project is decided jointly between the student and the examiner, but should have a clear connection to the course literature. Individual introduction is given at the start, and the project is presented individually at the end.
Information for research students about course offerings
The course can be taken at any time, it is not bonded to any specific period. Contact examiner for information.
Content and learning outcomes
Course disposition
Writing a report with the theme Transport Properties of polymers, preferably related to own research.
Course contents
Writing a report with the theme Transport Properties of polymers, preferably related to own research.
Intended learning outcomes
After completion of the course the doctoral student should have the knowledge and ability to
- demonstrate for the level of the course adequate acquired knowledge in the specialized topics of the course.
- design, plan and carry out a project to address a scientific problem applied within the specialized scope of the course.
- present and motivate orally own project results, and critically evaluate own and others’ results.
- reflect on the selected scientific problem with respect to environmental, human or societal aspects.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Eligible for studies at the third-cycle level.
Recommended prerequisites
Basic polymer knowledge
Equipment
Literature
Applied Polymer Science, Gedde, Hedenqvist, Hakkarainen, Nilsson, Das, Springer 2020
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- RAP1 - Report, 6.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Approved project report.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
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Main field of study
Education cycle
Add-on studies
Supplementary information
The course replaces course F3E5052