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Chem421
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Introduction to Polymer Chemistry provides an overview of the chemistry and physics of polymers. The structures and synthetic mechanisms of most commercially important polymers are discussed, including step and chain polymerization reactions, as well as polymer modification chemistry. Theories of the physical properties of polymers both in solution and in the solid state are covered. Characterization topics include molecular weight averages, thermal transitions, and mechanical properties.
This course is intended for graduate students in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science. Advanced undergraduate students can also enroll. Prerequisites: one year undergraduate courses in both Organic and Physical Chemistry.
The course is taught by two research scientists from local industry, who are adjunct professors in the Department of Chemistry.
The content of Chem 421 is being presented as a course in the
Chemical Engineering Department during Spring 2003. (CHE 286/486) You are
welcome to browse this site, but more up to date information can be obtained on
the course site in Chemical Engineering (CHE 286/486). (Link not yet active)
The successor course to Chem 421 is
Chem424 Synthetic
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