The course is divided into 5 parts:
1. Introduction of polymer (classification and systematics of synthetic polymers and biopolymers)
2. Polymer synthesis: polymerisation, kinetics, etc.
3. Polymer morphology and physico-chemical properties
4. Basic characterization and analysis of solid polymers and polymers in solution.
5. Application
The lecture for this course will be conducted through face to face manner.
1. Introduction of polymer (classification and systematics of synthetic polymers and biopolymers)
2. Polymer synthesis: polymerisation, kinetics, etc.
3. Polymer morphology and physico-chemical properties
4. Basic characterization and analysis of solid polymers and polymers in solution.
5. Application
The lecture for this course will be conducted through face to face manner.
To develop an understanding of the fundamentals in polymer chemistry covering:
1. The synthesis and characterisation of polymers
2. The relation between chemical structure, polymer morphology and physico-chemical properties
3. Methods for characterising and analysing polymers.
1. The synthesis and characterisation of polymers
2. The relation between chemical structure, polymer morphology and physico-chemical properties
3. Methods for characterising and analysing polymers.
| Goals and objectives | Course Outcomes | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Students can explain about fundamental of polymers, their synthesis and reaction mechanisms. |
A-1
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| 2. | Students can interpret polymer behaviors and properties in the solid and solution state; as well as characterization techniques commonly used in polymer science. |
A-1
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| 3. | Students can implement and give examples of the practical utilization of polymers and polymer technology. |
A-1
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| Assignments | Mid-term exam | Final exam | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 10% | 20% | 30% | |
| 2. | 10% | 30% | 40% | |
| 3. | 10% | 10% | 10% | 30% |
| Total. | 30% | 30% | 40% | - |
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Introduction to polymers Classification of polymers (synthetic and biological polymers) |
Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 2. | Polymer synthesis: chain growth and step growth polymerization | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 3. | Polymer synthesis: radical, ionic and condensation polymerisation | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 4. | Coordination polymerisation Ringopening polymerisation Copolymerisation |
Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 5. | Properties of polymers in solution | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 6. | Properties of polymers in solid state | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 7. | Mid-course examination and discussion about the detail in the examination | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 185分 |
| 8. | Mechanical properties of polymers based on their structures | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 9. | Introduction for characterization of polymers I | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 10. | Introduction for characterization of polymers II | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 11. | Presentation and discussion on a selected topic on polymer characterizations | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 12. | Industrial application of polymers Basics of plastics processing |
Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 13. | Elastomers, functional polymers, liquid crystalline polymers, conducting polymers | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 190分 |
| 14. | Final examination and discussion about the detail in the examination | Lecture review at home, complete homework assignments and prepare for exams | 185分 |
| Total. | - | - | 2650分 |
| A:Fundamental Mechanical Engineering | B:Advanced Mechanical Engineering | C:Environment and Materials Engineering | D:Chemistry and Biotechnology | E:Electrical Engineering and Robotics | G:Advanced Electronic Engineering | F:Information and Communications Engineering | L:Computer Science and Engineering | H:Urban Infrastructure and Environment |
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30% - Assignments
30% - One mid-term exam
40% - One final exam
Students must earn a total score of 60% or more to pass this course.
30% - One mid-term exam
40% - One final exam
Students must earn a total score of 60% or more to pass this course.
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in the class |
Title: Polymer Chemistry
Authors : Sebastian Koltzenburg, Michael Maskos, Oskar Nuyken
Publisher: Springer, 2017
Authors : Sebastian Koltzenburg, Michael Maskos, Oskar Nuyken
Publisher: Springer, 2017
- 9:00 - 18:00 Students can contact and make appointment via email.
- Contact information: Kumkum Ahmed email: kumkum@shibaura-it.ac.jp
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| Applicable | Internship experience at an international company on the mechanical characterization of thermoplastic polymers and their processing which will be utilized to teach in the current lecture for understanding mechanical properties of polymers based on their structures, processing of polymers and their applications. |
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