Time Schedule:
Christine K. Luscombe
MSE 471
Seattle Campus
Introduction of preparative methods of polymers; physical chemistry of polymeric molecules in solution, liquid and solid phase; thermodynamics of polymers; methods of characterization; mechanical properties; fabrication techniques; properties of commercial polymers. Recommended: one quarter of physical chemistry and one quarter of organic chemistry. Offered: A.
Class description
Introduction to polymer synthesis and characterization. Physical and mechanical properties of polymers. Introduction of biopolymers and semiconducting polymers
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Recommended preparation
Review organic chemistry and physical chemistry courses
Class assignments and grading
Quizzes: 10%, Home work: 25%, Midterm: 25%, Final: 40%
4 × 10 min quiz sessions, 10 pts each. Will be held on Oct. 4th, Oct. 18th, Nov. 15th, Nov. 29th.
5 homework, 20 pts each. The homework will be given out on Friday and should be turned in by next Friday.
Mid Term (100 pts): Wednesday, November 1.
Final (160 pts)
