Distance Course- Structure and Properties of Polymers
Fees: C$ 850 (8 weeks period)
Dates: (upon request)
Max No of Participants: 15
Location: Training can be also provided at a location of your choice anywhere in Canada.
PEC-SPP 0013 Structure and Properties of Polymers
Course Description
This course provides an in-depth exploration of polymers, which are large molecules composed of repeating subunits called monomers. Polymers are ubiquitous in our daily lives and find applications in various industries, including materials science, chemistry, engineering, and biotechnology. Understanding the structure and properties of polymers is crucial for designing new materials with tailored properties and optimizing existing polymer-based products.
Course Contents
Chain Architecture: Exploring Aspects of Chain Dimensions, Gaussian Segment Density Distribution, and Polymer Conformation. Determination of Molar Mass through Techniques Such as Osmometry, Light Scattering, Gel Permeation Chromatography, and Capillary Viscometry. Investigating Polymer Phase Equilibria in Relation to Solvent Quality and Polymer Blending. Delving into Polymer Structure and Transitions, Including the Analysis of Melting and Glass Transition Temperatures, as well as the Concept of Free Volume. Examining Crystallization Characteristics, Covering Crystal Structures and Fractional Crystallinity. Understanding Mechanical Properties through Testing Methods, Compliance, Viscoelasticity, Dynamic Testing, Time-Temperature Superposition, Master Curve Analysis, Rubber Elasticity, and Crazing Phenomena. Analyzing Polymer Flow Properties, Including Viscosity, Rheology, Shear Thinning, and the Study of Flow Fields. Lastly, Exploring Various Polymer Processing Techniques.
Who can get Benefits from this course?
A course on the structure and properties of polymers can benefit a wide range of individuals from various fields and backgrounds. Here are some groups of people who can benefit from such a course. Chemistry and Materials Science Students, Chemical Engineers, Materials Scientists, Polymer Engineers, Scientists and Researchers, Professionals in the Polymer Industry, Medical Professionals, Environmental Scientists, and Anyone with a General Interest. The structure and properties of polymers can be beneficial to a wide range of individuals, from students and professionals in science and engineering fields to those with a general interest in materials and chemistry. It provides foundational knowledge that is applicable in various industries and research areas.
Recommended Textbooks:
- Young, R.J. and P.A. Lovell. Introduction to Polymers. CRC Press, 2nd edition, 1991. Chapters 1, 3-5.
- McCrum, N.G., Buckley, C.P. Bucknall, C.B. “Principles of Polymer Engineering”, Oxford, 2nd ed., 1997.
The distance education program works as follows:
• Each course is 8 weeks in duration.
• You will receive a set of notes each week covering the course material via the internet. In addition, you will receive practice problems and assignments very similar to the associations past exams.
• A one-hour conference meeting session will be conducted by your instructor each week. The objective of this session is to assist in solving the assignments as well as answer student questions that should be sent to the instructor early enough prior to the meeting time. In addition, by being able to communicate with the instructor, you will also be able to communicate with other students in the same class and watch their questions answered as well.
• Each set of assignments must be completed and submitted by the indicated date and your completed assignment will be marked and returned by your instructor.
• Upon completion of the assignments, you will be sent a final exam. It is recommended that you try to simulate the actual exam conditions (i.e., no aids and a time limit) when writing it. You will then submit this final exam for review and marking.
Please note that CMC Inc. offers technical exam preparation courses for the following association examinations: APEGGA. APEGBC, APEGM, APEGNB, PEGNL, APENS. NAPEG, PEO, APEPEI. OIQ, APEGS and APEY.
Also, note all our courses provided by CMC Inc. are based on the Canadian Council of Professional Engineers (CCPE) Engineers Canada curriculum.