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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| CHEMISTRY PR. | |
| Code | MTH025 |
| Name | Processing and Characterization of Polymers in the Plastics Industry |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. GÜLFEZA KARDAŞ |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. GÜLFEZA KARDAŞ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to provide students with fundamental knowledge of polymer production, processing, and characterization, and to develop their skills in this field.
Course Content
This course covers the fundamental concepts of polymers, their production processes under laboratory conditions, characterization methods, processing techniques, and quality control procedures. It also aims to examine the effects of polymer processing techniques on the chemical and physical structures of polymers, evaluate the application areas of polymers, and provide an understanding of R&D approaches specific to these application areas.
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite.
Resources
Polimer Kimyası/Prof. Dr. Mehmet SAÇAK Polymer Handbook /J . BRANDRUP , E . H . IMMERGUT , an d E . A . GRULK E Polymer Chemistry Şişirme Film-Ekstrüzyon/ Ulrich B uettel
Notes
Polymer Handbook
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the basic definition, chemical structure, molecular structure and fundamental properties of polymers. |
| LO02 | Classifies polymer types within the scope of thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, natural and synthetic polymers. |
| LO03 | Explains polymer synthesis, polymerization reactions and basic polymer production methods. |
| LO04 | Evaluates the basic properties and application areas of commonly used industrial thermoplastic polymers, especially PP and PE. |
| LO05 | Relates polymer processing techniques such as extrusion, molding and film production to basic process parameters |
| LO06 | Defines the analysis methods used in the thermal, mechanical, physical and chemical characterization of polymers and interprets the obtained data. |
| LO07 | Explains the relationship between polymer performance, quality control processes and product properties. |
| LO08 | Evaluates the use of polymers in different application areas such as the plastics industry, packaging, automotive, textile, agriculture and medical fields. |
| LO09 | Evaluates the environmental impacts of polymers, recycling methods and sustainable production approaches. |
| LO10 | Explains basic R&D and problem-solving approaches for industrial problems within the scope of polymer technologies. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Relates his/her knowledge in the field of chemistry to life and industry by relying on his/her knowledge | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Evaluates the developments in the world by following and perceiving the orientations in the industry. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Gains awareness of lifelong learning and renews his/her knowledge. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Access to information and associate their knowledge with other fields of science. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands the need to combine information in the application of information and perceives the total quality awareness. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | S/he has knowledge in the use of resources, in the creation of technology depending on the country's resources. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | S/he conveys what s/he knows to people close or distant to the subject by concretising. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Gains the ability to access new information and technology. | |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns to think creatively and produce solutions to problems in the field. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | To be able to associate information by having the ability of reasoning and transfer what they know to practice. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Sets up laboratory equipment and makes decisions alone. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To be able to follow the current technology in the field of chemistry and gain added value. | 4 |
| PLO13 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Follows the developments, gains the ability to follow the directions in the field. | 4 |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knowing information sharing and participating in teamwork and directing the team. | |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gains universal thinking and critical perspective. | |
| PLO16 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Starts to have a say in the field. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Definition and Properties of Polymers | Reading basic information about polymer, monomer, macromolecule and polymerization concepts. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Chemical and Molecular Structure of Polymers | Reviewing covalent bonding, chain structure, branching and crosslinking concepts. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Physical and Chemical Properties of Polymers | Researching density, elasticity, crystallinity, glass transition and melting temperature concepts. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Örnek Olay, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Polymer Types and Classification | Researching thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, natural and synthetic polymer classes. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Polymer Synthesis and Polymerization Reactions | Preliminary reading on addition and condensation polymerization. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Örnek Olay, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Polymer Production Methods: Polymerization, Condensation and Solid-State Reactions | Researching the application areas of different polymer production methods. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Örnek Olay |
| 7 | Degree of Polymerization and Polymer Molecular Weight | Reviewing degree of polymerization, number-average and weight-average molecular weight concepts. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Reviewing weeks 1–7 and solving sample questions. | Yöntem Seçilmemiş |
| 9 | Thermoplastic Polymers: PP, PE and Their General Properties | Researching the basic properties, applications and industrial examples of PP and PE polymers. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 10 | Thermoplastic Polymer Processing Techniques | Preliminary reading on extrusion, injection molding, blown film and casting methods. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Beyin Fırtınası, Problem Çözme |
| 11 | Extrusion and Molding | Reviewing extruder sections, screw structure, temperature profile and die systems. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 12 | Polymer Analysis and Characterization | Learning basic information about FT-IR, DSC, TGA, mechanical tests and MFI/MFR analyses. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 13 | Polymer Applications: Plastics Industry and Plastic Products | Researching polymers used in packaging, automotive, textile, medical and agricultural applications. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 14 | Polymer Performance and Quality Control | Reviewing mechanical strength, chemical resistance, thermal performance and quality control tests. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 15 | Environmental Effects and Recycling of Polymers | Researching plastic pollution, recycling methods, sustainable polymers and circular economy topics. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Örnek Olay |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Proje / Tasarım |
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| 17 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 15 | 1 | 15 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 71 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,84 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||