B.Tech Chemical Science and Technology 

CH 323                 Polymer Chemistry                      (3-0-0-6)

Syllabus: Introductory concepts, definition, common system chemistry and classification of polymers, resins, rubber, plastics; Conformations and properties of various types of polymers; Characterization: molecular weight studies and molecular weight distribution; Mechanistic aspects: addition, ionic, emulsion, suspension, aqueous, coordination, condensation polymerization; Relevant aspects of physical properties of polymer systems, rheological properties; Unit operations: calendering, extrusion and molding; fabrication processes, degradation and stabilization of polymer systems; Polymer Industry: manufacturing of some industrially important polymers (like PVC, Polyethylene, synthetic rubber, and synthetic fiber) and their characterization; Polymer Processing, Polymer additives and Curatives; Recent development in the field of biodegradable polymers.

Texts:

1. G.S. Misra, Introduction to Polymer Chemistry, Wiley Eastern, New Delhi, 1993.
2. J. R. Fried, Polymer Science and Technology,Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, 1995.

References:

1. R. E. Fornes and R. D. Gilbert, Polymer and Fiber Science: Recent Advances, VCH, New York, 1991.
2. L.H. Sperling, Introduction to Physical Polymer Science, John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1992.
3. S. R. Sandler and W. Koro, Polymer Syntheses, Academic Press, Boston, 1992.