This course explores the field of polymer chemistry. Synthetic methods for polymer preparation will be discussed, including condensation, radical, ionic, and ring-opening approaches. The solid-state structure, phase behavior, and mechanical properties of polymers will be covered, as well as current topics of interest in the literature. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours Prerequisite(s): CHEM 242 and CHEM 255. Note: Students can receive credit for only one CHEM 879 or CHEM 479.
This course explores the field of polymer chemistry. Synthetic methods for polymer preparation will be discussed, including condensation, radical, ionic, and ring-opening approaches. The solid-state structure, phase behavior, and mechanical properties of polymers will be covered, as well as current topics of interest in the literature. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours Prerequisite(s): CHEM 242 and CHEM 255. Note: Students can receive credit for only one CHEM 879 or CHEM 479.
