| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emulsion Polymerisation | KIM411 | Elective | Bachelor's degree | 4 | Fall | 3 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Dr. Olcay MERT
Prof. Dr. Ufuk YILDIZ
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Recognize the kinetics and mechanism of emulsion polymerization.
1) Recognize the kinetics and mechanism of emulsion polymerization.
2) Recognize the main elements of emulsion polymerization.
2) Recognize the main elements of emulsion polymerization.
3) Recognize the function of water in emulsion polymerization.
3) Recognize the function of water in emulsion polymerization.
4) Recognize the function of emulsifiers in emulsion polymerization
4) Recognize the function of emulsifiers in emulsion polymerization
5) Recognize the emulsion polymerization methods
5) Recognize the emulsion polymerization methods
6) Recognize the dispersion polymerization sytems
6) Recognize the dispersion polymerization sytems
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Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
YOK
Course Contents
This course includes introduction, classical and more-recent theories of emulsion polymerization, emulsion polymerization mechanism, additives, characterization methods of polymer dispersion, cleaning of latices.
Weekly Schedule
1) Classification and identification of the disperse systems2) Emulsion polymerization and copolymerization
3) Harkins and Smith-Ewart theories
4) Gordon and Medvedev theories
5) Polymerization in emulsified monomer droplets
6) Emulsion polymerization initiators
7) The role of the surfactants in emulsion polymerization
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) The interaction between emulsifier molecules and particle surface
10) The role of monomer and water in emulsion polymerization
11) Additives used in emulsion polymerization
12) Characterization of the dispersions
13) Characterization of the dispersions
14) Characterization of the dispersions
15) Purification of the dispersions
16) Final examination
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Drill and Practice
5) Demonstration
6) Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade |
40% |
|---|---|
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
60% |
Total |
100% |
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required