Basic concepts in polymer science and engineering, physical and chemical properties of polymers relevant to polymer processing , solidification of polymers, thermoplastic processing methods, processing of thermosets and rubber materials, brief introduction on process simulations and design of polymer products.
KF2290 Polymer Processing 6.0 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After the course the student should know:
- Polymer nomenclature and basic concepts
- Relationship between polymer structure and the kinetics of solidification
- Relationship between repeating unit structure and physical and chemical properties
- Rheological properties of polymers
- Selection of processing methods for different products and polymeric materials
- Principles about problems and opportunities in polymer processing
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Basic knowledge in physics, chemistry and general materials science.
Literature
Gedde, Ulf W. 2002: Fundamentals of polymer science & engineering and polymer processing.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- ÖVN1 - Exercises, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
Written examination (TEN1; 4,5 hp)
Home work assignments (Övn1; 1,5 hp)
Examiner
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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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Offered by
Education cycle
Second cycle
Supplementary information
The course will not be given 2011/2012