The aim of the subject is to introduce the student in the field of Polymer Chemistry, particularly in that of synthetic polymers, which today dominate the world of synthetic materials and they are, therefore, fundamental in the integral formation of a chemist. Special emphasis it will be placed on understanding the structure of polymers and the special properties derived from it. The main polymerization methods will be analyzed, as well as, their kinetics and the molecular characteristics that each method. Then, its solution properties will be studied, which will allow describing molecular weight characterization techniques, being of great importance from the point of view of their application. The study of its aggregation states: amorphous, crystalline and elastic, its morphology, properties and thermal transitions, will complete the general vision of the characteristics of these materials. Finally, the main methods of industrial transformation and the most relevant practical applications of these materials will be described. Likewise, a series of laboratory practices have been included that will allow for simple characterization operations that will facilitate the understanding of some fundamental concepts and particular characteristics of polymers.

For an adequate understanding of the subject, student needs to have previous training in the basic tools of physical chemistry (particularly, kinetics and thermodynamics) and know the rudiments of organic chemistry.

Specific skills



- C.E.1. Knowing effectively the characteristics of the different polymer synthesis and its kinetics, as well as the different molecular weight characterization methods, so that you can select the most appropriate method of synthesis and characterization of a specific sample.

- C.E.2. Recognize clearly between the different states of aggregation in which polymers can be found, as well as their characteristics and thermal transitions to evaluate the advantages or disadvantages of their use compared to other materials.

- C.E.3. Ability to understand and use experimental methods of analysis and characterization of the most representative properties of macromolecular substances, as well as to interpret the results derived from them in terms of the structure / properties relationship.

- C.E.4.To know the basic industrial transformation processes of polymers and their applications in order to evaluate their use in specific cases.

- C.E.5.Recognize, without doubt, the terminology proper to the field of polymeric materials so that you can easily consult the specific documentation of these materials.



Transversal skills

- C.T.1. Be able to explain orally and comprehensively, phenomena and processes related to Chemistry and related subjects, in Basque and / or Spanish and English.

- Competition C.T.2. Use the information and knowledge to train in new existing or emerging fields related to Chemistry.

- C.T.3. Demonstrate the ability to work as a team and to solve problems in multidisciplinary contexts.

- C.T.4. Possess those learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy



General Skills according to ANECA: M03CM03, M03CM09, M03CM11, M03CM12

- Structure and general characteristics of polymers

- Methods of synthesis: addition, polycondensation and copolymerization.

- Polymer solutions and characterization techniques

- States of aggregation, morphology and thermal transitions in polymers.

- Technology and applications of polymers.



There will be an exit to a company in the area of polymers or if it is not possible, there will be two laboratory practices related to the synthesis and characterization of the thermal behavior of polymers.

It will be based on master classes, accompanied by classroom practices in which the issues and exercises proposed will be discussed together. Tasks will be proposed, related to the science of polymers, in which it is intended to expand aspects not addressed in lectures; These tasks can be done individually or in groups. Likewise, the practical aspects of this subject will be addressed in the laboratory, so that in addition to the management of the instruments will require the preparation of detailed reports in which both the theoretical aspects and the interpretation and treatment of the results obtained must be addressed.

The realization of the practices will have a mandatory character.

It will be necessary to reach a minimum score of three points out of ten in each of the types of evaluation activities indicated above in order to access the averaging and pass the subject.

• Final Assessment System
• Tools and qualification percentages:
  • Written test to be taken (%): 50
  • Team projects (problem solving, project design)) (%): 40
  • Exhibition of works, readings ... (%): 10

In accordance with the regulations governing the evaluation of students in the official degree programs, the assessment tests must be kept by the department at least until the end of the next academic year. Likewise, students may waive the call within one month before the end of the teaching period of the subject and in this case you will get the grade of not presented.

In addition, the student can be evaluated through the final evaluation system. To do so, he / she must submit in writing to the faculty responsible for the subject the waiver of the continuous evaluation, for which he / she will have a term of 9 weeks from the beginning of the quarter according to the academic calendar of the Faculty. Said final evaluation test will consist of evaluation activities comparable to those used in the continuous call.

In accordance with the regulations governing the evaluation of students in the official degree programs, the evaluation in the extraordinary call will be made exclusively through the final evaluation system. The positive results obtained by the students during the course will be retained, in the case of having obtained negative results through continuous evaluation, said results will not be maintained for the extraordinary call, in which the student will be able to obtain 100% of the grade. This extraordinary evaluation test will consist of evaluation activities comparable to those used in the ordinary call.

Bata, gafas y cuaderno de laboratorio

Basic bibliography

J. Areizaga, M.M. Cortázar, J.M. Elorza y J.J. Iruin. "Polímeros". Editorial Síntesis. Madrid. 2002.

I. Katime "Química Física Macromolecular". UPV. Bilbao. 1994.

I.Katime y C. Cesteros. "Química Física Macromolecular II. Disoluciones y Estado Sólido". UPV. Bilbao. 2002.

I. Katime. "Problemas de Química Física Macromolecular". UPV. Bilbao 1994.

In-depth bibliography

Bibliografía avanzada. G. Odian. ¿Principles of Polymerization¿. 4ª ed. Wiley-Interscience. Hoboken (N.J.). 2004.
Y. Gnanou, M. Fontanille. ¿Organic and Physical Chemistry of Polymers¿. Wiley.-Interscience. Hoboken (N.J.). 2008.
L.H. Sperling. "Introduction to Physical Polymer Science". John Wiley&Sons. New York. 2006.
H.F. Mark y N.M. Bikales (Ed.). "Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Engineering". 19 volúmenes. John Wiley&Sons. New York 1985.

Journals

Macromolecules
Polymer
Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics
Journal of Polymer Science A y B
Journal of Chemical Education
Plásticos Modernos

Web addresses

Macrogalería:
http://pslc.ws/spanish/index.htm
Curso Básico intensivo de plásticos (CBIP):
http://www.jorplast.com.br/cbipep/cbip1ep.html
American Chemical Society Short Course in Polymer Chemistry:
http://www.chem.vt.edu/chem-dept/acs/index.html.
Polymer Chemistry Hypertext:
http://www.polymerchemistryhypertext.com/.
PLC:
http://plc.cwru.edu/tutorial/enhanced/main.htm
Plastics Knowledge:
http://www.plasticsknowledge.com/.