MTE5882 - Advanced polymeric materials

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Overview

Polymers are a ubiquitous part of our everyday life. Advances in polymer synthesis, processing and engineering have led to new applications exploiting the unique properties of polymers to realise advanced technologies far removed from their initial application. Building on a review of the fundamentals of polymer science, this unit will … For more content click the Read More button below.

Building on a review of the fundamentals of polymer science, this unit will explore the use of polymers in a range of novel applications from biomedical applications to optoelectronic devices. Different classes of polymers will be discussed including conjugated polymers, block co-polymers and biopolymers with a view to linking the physical properties of the polymer chain to the functionality of the technological application.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

S1-FF-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Neil Cameron

Unit Coordinator(s)

Professor Chris McNeill

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 50%

Final assessment: 50%

This unit contains a hurdle requirement that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Workload requirements

Workload

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Electronics, calculators and tools:
- From 2020, you are required to have a Casio FX-82AU (any version) scientific calculator OR Texas Instruments 30XB scientific calculator - $50. More information
Protective clothing and equipment:
- 100% cotton Laboratory coat - $50
- Safety glasses - $8

Availability in areas of study

Materials science