Polymer Chemistry

Polymer Chemistry

1. understand the polymer mechanisms and techniques

   • free radical mechanisms
   • reaction rates and degree of polymerisation
   • step polymerisation
   • ionic processes
   • ring open processes
   • co-polymerisation
   • polymerisation techniques

2. understand the basic properties of polymers from their structural features

   • glass transition temperature
   • crystal structure of polymers and their relation to properties and uses
   • creep and stress relaxation
   • mechanical properties

3. Understand the service performance and environmental behaviour polymers

   • factors responsible for the degradation of polymers is processing and service
   • common antigradents
   • environmental stress cracking
   • structure of polymers related to attack by common inorganic and organic chemicals
   • environment