CHEM455 POLYMER CHEMISTRY I

Course Code:2340455
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:7.5
Department:Chemistry
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. ERDAL BAYRAMLI
Offered Semester:Fall and Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives

Student will be able to classify the polymers and polymerization techniques. Students will also identify the physical and mechanical properties of polymers.


Course Content

A comprehensive course in high polymer chemistry. Polymer chains and characterization methods. Statistics and kinetics of polymerization reaction. Structure and property relations of bulk polymers. Properties of commercial polymers.


Course Learning Outcomes

Students explain the differences between different polymerization techniques. Students can outline the structure-property relationship of polymers. Students can state what polymer technology is, how the technology is applied and its relationship to the structure of the polymer.


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Capable of designing solutions for a problem defined with a purpose by taking experimental steps, performing experiments, using standard and modern instruments, analysing data, interpreting results.
2Capable of using modern methods and computational tools necessary for chemistry applications.
3Capable of doing both disciplinary and interdisciplinary teamwork.
4Capable of acting independently, taking initiatives and having analytical thinking skills.
5Capable of using mathematics, physics and biology knowledge to solve chemistry problems.
6Capable of grasping the importance of lifelong learning, following the developments in science and technology and on contemporary issues for self development
7Capable of working individually and making independent decisions, expressing own ideas verbally and non-verbally.
8Capable of having professional and ethical responsibility.
9Competent in a foreign language to follow latest technological developments in chemistry.
10Capable of following the developments in chemistry both at national and international level.
11Capable of doing laboratory experiments, in a green and sustainable way, without harming humans, environment and nature, and taking the necessary precautions to reduce the harmful chemicals and waste.
12Capable of explaining the differences between chemistry and chemical engineering education and job descriptions at various levels including students, society and the industry.

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