CHEM8013 - Polymer Chemistry

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Chemistry
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Equivalent Course(s)
BCH8013 Polymer Chemistry
Course Offering Term*:
Not offering in current academic year

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

Polymer chemistry is a multidisciplinary science that deals with the chemical synthesis and chemical/physical properties of polymers. This course of polymer chemistry is a postgraduate taught course tailored for postgraduate students only.

The aim of this course is to: 

- Introduce students to core concepts of polymer synthesis and characterization;

- Prepare students to undertake a PhD in the research of polymer science and functional materials;

- Prepare students to take on consulting and/or R&D professionals in industry related to the application of polymers in nanotechnology, renewable energy, information technology and healthcare. 


Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)
Continuous Assessment: 40%
Examination: 60%

Starting from Semester A, 2015-16, students must satisfy the following minimum passing requirement for courses offered by CHEM:


A minimum of 40% in both coursework and examination components.€

Examination Duration: 3 hours
 
Detailed Course Information
CHEM8013.pdf