Course - Polymer Chemistry - TKP4130
TKP4130 - Polymer Chemistry
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The subject provides an introduction to polymer science with respect to synthesis, polymerization kinetics and network formation/gelation of macomolecules formed by step-growth and chain-growth polymerization. Polymer structure/conformation and transitions from liquid (melt, solutions) to solid (polymer crystals and glass) states are discussed using equilibrium thermodynamics, kinetics and free volume considerations. Polymer solubility/miscibility and phase diagrams are determined using thermodynamic parameters. Molecular weight determination of polymers is shown using osmotic pressure, viscosimetry and size exclusion chromatography (SEC). An overview of mechanical and rheological properties of polymers is also given.
Learning outcome
At the end of the course the students should be able to:
- Elaborate on step-growth and chain polymerization, with respect to mechanism and kinetics.
- Derive conditions for gelation in systems consisting of bi- and multifunctional monomers.
- Elaborate on the differences between crystalline melting temperature and glass transition temperature, as well as the effect of kinetics on both.
- Distinguish between enthalpic and entropic contributions to crystallization.
- Distinguish between absolute and relative methods for molecular weight determination.
- Describe the flow properties of polymer melts and solutions.
- Interpret experimental data and determine parameters such as polymerization rates and copolymer composition.
- Design experimental conditions for gelation in a given system.
- Estimate the solubility of a given polymer in various solvents and blends.
- Research planning and evaluation of experimental data from molecular weight determination of polymers using viscosimetry, osmotic pressure and SEC.
- Evaluate the effect of factors such as polymer structure, molecular weight, branching and diluents on crystallinity.
- Use spreadsheet-based data analysis and linear regression.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and theoretical exercises. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may change from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Recommended previous knowledge
Insight and general knowledge into chemistry and physics.
Course materials
Textbook: P. C. Painter and M. M. Coleman: Fundamentals of Polymer Science, 2. ed., together with the problem sets.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIK2043 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2014
Language of instruction: English
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- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Chemical Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2014-05-21 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Summer KONT Skriftlig 100/100 2014-08-13 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"