| Course Objectives: |
It is aimed to teach concepts and related models such as molecular mobility, deformations, phase transitions, molecular interactions, various properties of polymer materials, polymer structure-property relationships, elasticity, viscosity in polymer materials, and to provide introductory level information about polymer blends, composites and basic processing methods. |
| Course Content: |
Basic definitions and concepts related to polymer science. Chemical structure and properties of polymers. Configuration and conformation in polymers. Polymer solutions, solubility criteria and thermodynamics of polymer solutions. Solid state properties and crystal structures of polymers. Glass transition, crystallization and melting processes. Structures of amorphous polymers and elastomers. Mechanical properties of polymers, viscosity, viscoelasticity, creep and relaxation behaviors. Structure-property relationships of polymers. Thermal and electrical properties of polymers. Cross-linked polymers. Polymer blends and composites. Polymer processing methods. Liquid crystal polymers. Properties of commercial polymers. |
| Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
Basic definitions and concepts in polymer science. Brief history of polymer science. Classification of polymers – commercial polymers |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 2) |
Polymerization methods. Configuration and conformation of polymer chains. |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 3) |
Polymer chemistry - solid state structures, molecular weight and molecular weight distribution concepts, crystal structures and morphological properties of polymers. Amorphous regions, phase transitions. |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 4) |
Relationships between polymer chemistry and thermal, chemical and mechanical properties |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 5) |
Relationships between polymer chemistry and thermal, chemical and mechanical properties |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 6) |
Mechanical properties of polymers, test methods |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 7) |
Elastomers, cross-linked and thermosetting systems |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 8) |
Midterm |
None |
| 9) |
Viscosity and rheological properties of polymers – test methods |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 10) |
Viscoelasticity, creep and stress relaxation behavior |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 11) |
Polymer blends and composites |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 12) |
Polymer solutions, solubility criteria and thermodynamics of polymer solutions |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 13) |
Polymer processing methods, liquid crystal polymers |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 14) |
Polymer processing methods, liquid crystal polymers |
Lecture notes, other resources |
| 15) |
Final |
None |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 1) |
To be able to use advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field |
2 |
| 2) |
To be able to interpret and evaluate data using advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, to be able to identify and analyze problems, to be able to develop solutions based on research and evidence. |
2 |
| 3) |
To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of employees under his/her responsibility within the framework of a project. |
1 |
| 4) |
To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the results of data related to the field. |
1 |
| 5) |
To be able to carry out an advanced level study related to the field independently. |
1 |
| 6) |
To be able to take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to the field. |
2 |
| 7) |
To have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources containing up-to-date information in the field. |
3 |
| 8) |
To have sufficient awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety. |
1 |
| 9) |
To be able to inform the relevant people and institutions about the issues related to the field; to be able to convey his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems in written and orally. |
1 |
| 10) |
To be able to share his/her thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems related to his/her field with experts and non-experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. |
1 |
| 11) |
To be able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which he/she lives with a sense of social responsibility |
1 |
| 12) |
To be able to evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field with a critical approach |
2 |
| 13) |
To be able to identify their learning needs and direct their learning |
2 |
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