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ETPL 3330 - Properties of Polymers 2

Introduces the concepts of viscoelastic behavior of polymer melts. Discuss the flow behavior of polymer melts under oscillatory, steady-state and transient modes. Introduces the concepts of polymer degradation and biopolymers. Discuss the use of additives in polymeric materials and their role in processing and properties. Introduce the concepts of polymer blends and polymer composites addressing both micro and nanofillers. Introduce optical and barrier properties of polymeric materials. Introduce advanced thermal characterization of polymers, such as dynamic mechanical analysis and thermal gravimetric analysis.

Credits: 4

Prereq: ETPL 2230
Course/lab fee: $