Duration
30h Th, 10h Proj., 12h Labo.
Number of credits
| Master MSc. in Biomedical Engineering, professional focus | 5 crédits | |||
| Master MSc. in Chemical and Materials Science Engineering, professional focus in Chemical Engineering | 5 crédits |
Lecturer
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
English language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Lectures (30 h)
Outline
1. General Introduction on Polymers
2. Chemistry of Polymers
2.1. Polymer Structure
2.2. Polymer Properties
2.3. Polymer Synthesis
3. Technology of Polymers
3.1. Introduction and Terminology
3.2. Industrial Considerations
3.3. Polymerization Technology
3.4. Modifications during Polymerization
3.5. Mixing and Homogenization
3.6. Shaping and Orientation
3.7. Modifications with Additives
4. End-of-Life Options
4.1. Introduction and Terminology
4.2. Routes to Recycling
4.3. Requirements for Recycling
4.4. Outlook on Energy and Resource Management
Practical laboratory work (TP 12 hours)
The practical laboratory sessions will take place in small groups through collaborative work. Each team will be responsible for developing a project linked to a specific theme, designed to illustrate some fundamental concepts of polymer chemistry and technology. Emphasis will be placed on experimental work, critical interpretation of results, and connection to the theoretical notions studied in class. A written report will be required and will be evaluated as part of the final grade.
Project work (10 hours)
The project involves preparing and delivering a scientific presentation on the work completed in the lab sessions (TP). Each group is expected to outline the initial problem, present the experimental techniques used, illustrate the results in a structured and critical way, and explain the underlying theoretical concepts. This exercise is designed to develop both scientific skills (rigor, critical thinking, integration of theory and practice) and transferable skills (oral communication, teamwork, synthesis). The presentation will be evaluated as part of the final grade.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Ability to understand the basic chemical principles and technology procedures to manufacture polymers on an industrial scale. Understanding of the corresponding advantages & limitations.
Ability to apply the acquired principles to un-known situations. Ability to assess an assigned technical project within a working group and derive joint conclusions
This course contributes to the learning outcomes I.1, I.2, II.1, II.2, II.3, III.2, III.3, III.4, IV.2, VI.1, VI.2, VII.2 of the MSc in biomedical engineering.
This course contributes to the learning outcomes I.1, I.2, II.1, II.2, II.3, III.2, III.3, III.4, IV.2, VI.1, VI.2, VII.2 of the MSc in chemical and material science engineering.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Medium level English to follow the course. Ability to present the outcome of the group project work orally in English.
Introduction to polymers physics (ULg course PHYS00038-2)
Basic organic chemistry courses.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures covering theory and industrial aspects (30 h)
Practical laboratory work (12 h)
Project (10 h)
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Blended learning
Further information:
Lectures will be given based on powerpoint presentation face-to-face or by visio if required by the situation.
Practical laboratory work will take place in B6d.
Course materials and recommended or required readings
Bonten; Plastics Technology - Introduction and Fondamentals - Hanser Publishers
Paul C. Hiemenz, Timothy P. Lodge - Polymer Chemistry- CRC Press, 2007, ISBN 9781574447798
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam
Further information:
- The knowledge of the course will be evaluated through a written exam in English (with no additional tools (except calculator) or books allowed) and will account for the majority of the final grade.
- The written TP report will count in the final grade (out of exam session).
- The oral presentation of the project will be evaluated as part of the final grade. (out of exam session).
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Contacts
Chemistry of Polymers:
Debuigne Antoine
adebuigne@uliege.be
Technology of Polymers:
Klaus Keck
akkaklaus5691@gmail.com