Polymer Science and Technology Laboratory
Polymer Science and Technology
Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polymer Science and Technology Laboratory | PST501 | Elective | Master's degree | 1 | Fall | 8 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Associate Prof. Dr. Halime KENAR
Assistant Prof. Dr. Semin Özge KESKİN
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Do synthesis of basic polymers.
2) Determine thermal properties of polymers and use corresponding equipments.
3) Determine physical, mechanical and dynamic-mechanical properties of polymers nad use corresponding equipments.
4) Determine of polymer morphology by using microscopy.
5) Prepare and test a rubber compound.
6) Characterize vulcanized rubber compounds.
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
| Program Competencies | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||
| Learning Outcomes | |||||
| 1 | No relation | Middle | No relation | High | |
| 2 | No relation | Middle | No relation | High | |
| 3 | No relation | Middle | No relation | High | |
| 4 | No relation | Middle | No relation | High | |
| 5 | No relation | Middle | No relation | High | |
| 6 | No relation | Middle | No relation | High | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Polymer Chemistry
Course Contents
Introduction to polymer laboratory Primary characterization of polymers PS synthesis by emulsion and solution polymerization techniques Molecular weight determination by viscometry Mechanical characterization of polymers: Tensile and impact tests Dynamic-mechanical properties of polymers: DMA Thermal properties of polymers: DSC and TGA Dielectric properties of polymers Polymer processing: Extrusion and injection molding Morphological properties of polymers: XRD and SEM Tribological properties of polymers: Abrasive abrasion Rubber compounding and testing
Weekly Schedule
1) Introduction to polymer laboratory2) Introduction to polymer laboratory
3) Primary characterization of polymers
4) Primary characterization of polymers
5) Synthesis of different polymers with solution and bulk polymerization techniques
6) Synthesis of different polymers with solution and bulk polymerization techniques
7) Molecular weight analysis by use of solution viscosity technique
8) Mid-term exam
9) Thermal properties of polymers
10) Thermal properties of polymers
11) Mechanical characterization of polymers
12) Shaping of polymers- Extrusion and injection molding processes
13) Dynamic and mechanical properties of polymers
14) Morphological properties of polymers
15) Rubber compounding and characterization
16) Final exam
Recommended or Required Reading
1- Polymer laboratory book
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Lecture
3) Question-Answer
4) Question-Answer
5) Discussion
6) Discussion
7) Drill and Practice
8) Drill and Practice
9) Group Study
10) Group Study
11) Lab / Workshop
12) Lab / Workshop
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade |
50% |
|---|---|
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
50% |
Total |
100% |
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required