For Masters and PhD students:

MT 262 (3:0): Concepts in Polymer Blends and Nanocomposites (Jan-April)

This course aims at providing a comprehensive overview of polymer blends and composites, advanced concepts in nanocomposites, importance of interface and surface treatment of the reinforcing materials on the property development, various processing techniques and applications. Course content Introduction to polymer blends and composites, nanostructured materials and nanocomposites Polymer-polymer miscibility, factors governing miscibility, immiscible systems and phase separation Importance of interface on the property development, compatibilizers and compatibilization Blends of amorphous & semi-crystalline polymers, rubber toughened polymers, particulate, fiber reinforced composites. Nanostructured materials like nano clay, carbon nanotubes, graphene etc. and polymer nanocomposites. Surface treatment of the reinforcing materials and interface/interphase structures of composites/nanocomposites. Various processing techniques like solution mixing, melt processing. Unique properties of blends, composites/nanocomposites in rheological, mechanical, and physical properties and applications

MT 243: Laboratory Experiments in Metallurgy (Jan-Apr)

For Undergraduate Students:

UMT 307 (2:1): Manufacturing Processes and Laboratory Experiments (Jan-Apr)

Various processing techniques like solution mixing, melt processing, additives and compounding, Extrusion (Single and Twin Screw), Injection Molding, Blow Molding (Extrusion/Injection), Rotational Molding, Thermoforming, Troubleshooting and Solutions.