ECTS - Polymer Science and Technology

Polymer Science and Technology (CEAC423) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Polymer Science and Technology CEAC423 3 0 0 3 5
Pre-requisite Course(s)
CEAC 103 AND CEAC104 OR CEAC105
Course Language English
Course Type N/A
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Prof. Dr. Atilla Cihaner
Course Assistants
Course Objectives The main purpose of the course is to provide polymer fundamentals; historical development, basic definitions and concepts, classification of polymers and application. Major topics include polymer synthesis and nomenclature; molecular weight and molecular weight distribution; reactions of polymers; morphology; stereoregular polymers; polymer blends; step-growth, chain-growth, and ring-opening polymerization, polymer industry. This course also aims to emphasize the structure-property relationships.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Discuss various polymer preparation methods.
  • Discuss polymer reaction mechanism and kinetics.
  • Learn the fundamental principles of polymer chemistry.
  • Give a logically approach in polymer characterization.
  • Teach historical development of polymers, basic definitions and concepts.
  • Discuss the relationships between structure and property.
  • Teach the properties and applications of polymers
Course Content Historical development, basic concepts and definitions, classifications of polymers, polymerization mechanisms, chain-reaction polymerization, ionic and coordination polymerizations, step-growth polymerizations, ring-opening polymerization, chemical bonding and polymer structure, morphology, crystallinity, glass transition temperature, polymer modi

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction Chapter 1
2 Polymerization Mechanisms Chapter 2
3 Polymerization Mechanisms Chapter 2
4 Chemical Bonding and Polymer Structure Chapter 3
5 Chemical Bonding and Polymer Structure Chapter 3
6 Thermal Transitions in Polymers Chapter 4
7 MIDTERM I
8 Polymer Modification Chapter 5
9 Condensation (Step-Reaction) Polymerization Chapter 6
10 Chain-Reaction (Addition) Polymerization Chapter 7
11 Chain-Reaction (Addition) Polymerization Chapter 7
12 MIDTERM II
13 Copolymerization Chapter 8
14 Polymer Reaction Engineering Chapter 9
15 Polymer Properties and Applications Chapter 10
16 Final Examination

Sources

Course Book 1. Robert O. Ebewele. Polymer Science, CRC Press, 2000
Other Sources 2. Textbook of Polymer Science. 3rd Ed., F. W. Billmayer, Wiley Publication, 1984.
3. G. Odian, Principles of Polymerization, 4th ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2004.
4. R. B. Seymour, Structure-Property Relationships in Polymers. Plenum Press, 1984.
5. M. P. Stevens, Polymer Chemistry: An Introduction, 3rd ed., Oxford University Press, 1999

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments - -
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 2 60
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 3 100
Percentage of Semester Work 60
Percentage of Final Work 40
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses X
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. X
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. X
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. X
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. X
6 The ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually. X
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. X
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. X
9 Acting in conformity with the ethical principles; professional and ethical responsibility and knowledge of the standards employed in chemical engineering applications. X
10 Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. X
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 2 32
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 17 34
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 11 11
Total Workload 125