Teaching

• BSc Course: Polymer Chemistry - 4th Year Class - Chemistry Dept/College of Science (Full Term)
• PhD Course: Advanced Polymer Chemistry - Charmo University

Polymer chemistry is a multidisciplinary science that deals with the chemical synthesis and properties of polymers which are considered as macromolecules. Further studies in this special field include structures, reactions and modifications of polymers, as well as its degradations and recycling.

Studying of this science helps to obtain new polymer products with broader applications, serving the humanity not only in basic needs of food, clothing and shelter but also in giving physiological aids to the blind, heart problems and so on.

The two basic chemical reaction mechanisms by which polymers produced are chain-growth polymerizations and step-growth reactions. Characterization of these polymers can establish the structure-property relations. In order to produce high quality polymers for specific needs, the reactions are continually under modifications.

Around 30% of all scientists in the chemical industry research in the polymer field. Despite its today’s importance and potential for future economic growth, there is inadequate university-level study program for polymer chemistry. Therefore, this course will introduce the students deeply to polymer science and technology, where polymer types, reactions, mechanisms, structures, properties and applications of polymer will be provided. This gives a good opportunity for those who want to research further and broaden their knowledge in this field.

In addition, a laboratory course is also designed to give students practical experiences with polymerization tools and characterization.