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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course General Introduction Information

Course Code: MAK352
Course Name: Polymer Science
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
6
Language of instruction:
Course Requirement:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Area Ellective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi EBRU GÜNİSTER
Course Lecturer(s): Asst. Prof. Ebru Gunister
Course Assistants:

Course Purpose and Content

Course Objectives: To give general information about the basic structure, classification, properties, analysis methods and usage areas of polymers.
Course Content: The chemical and physical structures and properties, synthesis methods and mechanical properties of natural and synthetic polymers, plastics and elastomers will be discussed.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Have knowledge about the basic structure of polymers and can classify them.
2) Has knowledge about the properties and usage areas of polymers.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Definition and classification of polymers Lecture Notes 1
2) Chemical structure of polymers Lecture Notes 2
3) Physical properties of polymers Lecture Notes 3
4) Polymerization methods Lecture Notes 4
5) Polymer characterization techniques Lecture Notes 5
6) Thermoplastics and thermosets Lecture Notes 6
7) Elastomers and composites Lecture Notes 7
8) Processing of polymers Lecture Notes 8
9) Mechanical properties of polymers Lecture Notes 9
10) Thermal properties of polymers Lecture Notes 10
11) Electrical properties of polymers Lecture Notes 11
12) Optical properties of polymers Lecture Notes 12
13) Environmental impacts of polymers Lecture Notes 13
14) Industrial applications of polymers Lecture Notes 14

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: H. (Editor) Avcı. Polimerler: Özellikleri ve Uygulamaları. Eskişehir: Üniversite Yayınları 2021, pp.336

Sebastião V. Canevarolo. Polymer Science : A Textbook for Engineers and Technologists. Hanser Publishers, 2020.ISBN 978-1-56990-725-2,
References: H. (Editor) Avcı. Polimerler: Özellikleri ve Uygulamaları. Eskişehir: Üniversite Yayınları 2021, pp.336

Sebastião V. Canevarolo. Polymer Science : A Textbook for Engineers and Technologists. Hanser Publishers, 2020.ISBN 978-1-56990-725-2,

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Medium 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Ability to utilize advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in the field. 1
2) Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, being able to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze them, and develop solution proposals based on research and evidence. 1
3) Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which one lives with a sense of social responsibility.
4) Being able to follow information in one foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and communicate with colleagues in the field.
5) Ability to use information and communication technologies together with at least European Computer Driving License Advanced Level computer software, as required by the field.
6) Being able to evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in the field critically. 2
7) Identifying learning needs and being able to direct learning. 2
8) Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
9) Acting in accordance with social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values ​​in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying, and announcing the results related to the field.
10) Having sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture, preservation of cultural values, as well as environmental protection, occupational health, and safety.
11) Being able to conduct an advanced study independently in the field.
12) To take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex problems encountered in the field of application, which are unforeseen. 1
13) Being able to plan and manage activities for the development of those under their responsibility within the framework of a project.
14) Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources. 2
15) Being able to inform relevant individuals and institutions about the field; expressing their thoughts and solution proposals for problems both in written and verbal form. 2
16) Being able to share your thoughts and solutions regarding subjects related to the field with both experts and non-experts, supported by quantitative and qualitative data. 1

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Anlatım
Course
Okuma

Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 2 % 10
Presentation 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities Number of Activities Aktiviteye Hazırlık Aktivitede Harçanan Süre Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre Workload
Course Hours 15 3 45
Study Hours Out of Class 15 8 120
Presentations / Seminar 1 1 1
Quizzes 2 1 2
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 171