BCH061 Fundamentals of Polymer Engineering Syllabus — AKTU 2024-25

Syllabus

5 units · 40 lecture hours

Unit1

Unit 1

8 hrs

Fundamental of Polymer Chemistry Chemistry of Polymerisation Reaction: Functionality, polymerization reactions, polycondensation, addition free radical and chain polymerization, copolymerization, block and graft polymerizations, stereo specific polymerization. Kinetics of radial, chain and ionic polymerization and co-polymerisation systems. Molecular Weight Estimation: Average molecular weight Polymerisation Processes: Bulk, solution, emulsion and suspension polymerization. Thermoplastic composites, fibre reinforcement fillers, surface treatment, reinforced thermoset composites-resins, fibers additives, fabrication methods.

Unit2

Unit 2

9 hrs

Types of polymers; Blends; Composites; Materials and applications of polymers Engineering Polymers: Types of engineering polymers; Thermoplastics; Thermosets; Elastomers; Polyolefins; Polyethylene; Polypropylene, High Performance Polymers, Polyesters; Polycarbonate; Polyamide; Polyetherimides; Poly-amide-imide; High temperature Resistant polymers

Unit3

Unit 3: Characterization Of Polymers

8 hrs

Some important techniques and instruments used for characterization of polymers, Introduction of BIS Standards for polymers Polymerization engineering; Polymer Processing; Additives; Polymer products; Processing; Introduction to rheology and various polymer processing techniques and equipments

Unit4

Unit 4

9 hrs

Manufacturing Of Polymers: Polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinylchloride and copolymers, polystyrene, polyamides, polyesters, Acrylics, Phenol-formaldehyde, Melamine-formaldehyde, Polyurethane, Epoxides, Rubbers and elastomers Polymer Mixtures: Polymer compatibilization, Thermodynamic theories for polymers solutions, solubility parameter, solvents and plasticizers, Polymer blending, reinforced plastics and elastomers, additives for polymers, polymer composites

Unit5

Unit 5: Plastics

6 hrs

extrusion, injection molding, blow molding, compression, and transfer molding, Recycling of polymers Applications of polymers in commodity products

Course Objectives3 points

To provide a broad and fundamental knowledge of polymers and their chemical, physical, and mechanical behavior.
To emphasize polymer synthesis, reaction engineering, and various processing techniques like moulding and extrusion and learn the various mechanisms of polymerization, and choose suitable techniques for polymer synthesis.
To equip the students with the knowledge necessary for deciding which characterization technique(s) would be appropriate for determining properties of interest.

Course Outcomes (COs)6 outcomes

After completion of the course student will be able to:

CO1Understand the fundamental principles of polymer chemistry, including polymerization reactions, functionalities, and different types of polymerizations such as free radical and ionic.
CO2Analyze the kinetics and mechanisms of radical, chain, and ionic polymerization, and explore the complexities of copolymerization and stereospecific polymerization.
CO3Evaluate techniques for estimating the molecular weight of polymers and apply this knowledge to different polymerization processes including bulk, solution, emulsion, and suspension polymerization.
CO4Identify and describe various types of polymers, including engineering polymers, thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers, and their applications in diverse fields.
CO5Examine methods for polymer characterization, including key techniques and instruments, and understand the role of BIS standards in polymer quality and performance.
CO6Explore polymer processing techniques and manufacturing methods, including extrusion, injection molding, and recycling, and analyze the use of additives, blending, and compatibilization in polymer products and composites.

REFERENCE BOOKS

S. NO.

Books

YEAR OF PUBLICATION/ REPRINT
F.W. Billmeyer, "Text Book of Polymer Science", 3rd edition ., Wiley Inter-Science 1984
F. Rodriguez, "Principles of polymer systems",4th edition, Taylor, and Francis, Washington 2003
Herman F. Mark (Editor) “Encyclopaedia of Polymers Science and Technology", John Wiley-Inter Science. 4th edition . 2005
J. R. Fried, “Polymer Science and Technology”, Prentice-Hall, Inc .1st edition 1973 1973
A. Kumar, “Fundamentals of Polymer Engineering”, 2nd editon. 2002
A. Rudin , “Elements of Polymer Science and Engineering”, 2nd editon. Academic Press, San Diego London Boston New York Sydney Tokyo Toronto. 1990

Official AKTU syllabus

This subject is on page 47, 48, 49 of the original AKTU PDF.

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