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EMA 3066 (Section 2836)

INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC MATERIALS (POLYMERS)
Syllabus for Fall Semester 2013

1. Catalog Description - Uses, structure, processing and properties of organic materials, including
polymers, biomacromolecules and small molecule organic materials. Scientific principles are
introduced through discussion of developed organic materials for high technology applications. (3
credit hours).

2. Pre-requisites - EMA 3010 and one of the following: EMA 3011, CHM 2200 or CHM 2210.

3. Course Objectives - This is an introductory course in organic materials, with emphasis on polymer
science and engineering. The topics to be covered will be broken down into three categories- (1)
polymer structure and characteristics, (2) properties and processing of polymers and advanced
organic materials, and (3) polymer synthesis. The specific objectives for the course are:
a. To know the properties of common polymers and advanced molecular materials.
b. To be able to predict polymer properties from knowledge of structure.
c. To be able to choose the appropriate polymer for a particular application.

4. Contribution of course to meeting the professional component - This is a 3 credit course. It
provides 2 credits towards engineering sciences and 1 credit towards design.

5. Relationship of course to program outcomes - This course addresses the following MSE Program
outcomes (note: letters refer to the list of MSE Program Educational outcomes):

a. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to materials systems
c. Ability to apply and integrate knowledge of structure, properties, processing, and
performance to solve materials selection and design problems within realistic constraints.
g. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
h1. Understanding of the economic impact of engineering solutions.
k. Ability to use the techniques, skills, and tools needed for practice as a materials engineer

6. Instructor: Laurie B. Gower, Associate Professor of Materials Science & Engineering
a. Office Location: 210A Rhines Hall
b. Office phone: 846-3336
c. E-mail: lgowe@mse.ufl.edu
d. Class Website: https://lss.at.ufl.edu/ (Sakai login with student ID)
e. Office Hours for Gower: Mondays, 5
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period

7. Teaching Assistant: Michael Kwan
a. Office location MAE 314
b. Telephone:
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c. E-mail: mkwan0321@ufl.edu
d. Office Hours for TA: Wednesdays and Fridays, 5
th
period (Rhines 125 library)

8. Class Meeting Times: MWF: 4
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(10:40- 11:30am)

9. Class schedule: MWF 4
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period

10. Class Meeting Location: Psychology 130

11. Material and Supply Fees: NA

12. Textbook required:
a. Title: Essentials of Polymer Science and Engineering
b. Authors: Paul C. Painter & Michael M. Coleman
c. Publication Date and edition: 2009, 1
st
edition (DEStech Publications Inc)
d. ISBN: 978-1-932078-75-6

13. Recommended reading: NA

14. Course Outline:

Tentative Schedule (8-21-13) *Exam dates are not yet confirmed
Lecture # Month Date Chapter and Subject Reading Assignment
1 Aug. W 21 Introduction & Overview Chapter 1
2 F 23 Types of Polymers Chapter 2
3 M 26 Isomerism
4 W 28 Molecular Weight Distributions
5 F 30 Polymer Synthesis Chapter
Sept M 2 Labor Day Holiday (no class)
6 W 4 Step-Growth (Condensation) Polym.
7 F 6 Chain-Growth (Addition) Polymerization:
8 M 9 Free Radical Mechanism, chain transfer
9 W 11 Gelation Section of Chapter 5
10 F 13 Ionic (Insertion/Coordination) Polym.
11 M 16 Catalysts: Ziegler Nata, metallocene
12 W 18 Polymerization Processes
13 F 20 Copolymerization Section of Chapter 6
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M 23 Exam 1 (evening)- no class
14 W 25 Bonding and states of matter Chapter 8
15 F 27 Conformations
16 M 30 Chain dimensions
17 Oct. W 2 Order and structure
18 F 4 Morphology: Amorphous vs. Crystalline
19 M 7 Polymer crystallinity
20 W 9 Crystallization and glass transition Chapter 10:
21 F 11 Thermo
22 M 14 Factors effecting Crystallinity and Tm
23 W 16 Glass transition
24 F 18 Factors effecting Tg
M 21 Exam 2 (evening)- no class
25 W 23 Polymer Solutions and Blends Chapter 11
26 F 25 Thermo of phase behavior
27 M 28 Electronic properties of organics Dr. Franky So
28 W 30 Electronic properties of organics Dr. Franky So
29 Nov. F 1 Processing Chapter 14
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M 4 Flory-Huggins and Theta Temperature
31 W 6 Mechanical properties; Elastic Chapter 13
F 8 Homecoming holiday
M 11 Veterans day holiday
32 W 13 Nonlinear behavior- rubber elasticity
33 F 15 Nonlinear behavior- melt rheology
M 18 Exam 3 (evening)- no class
34 W 20 Viscoelasticity
35 F 22 Viscoelasticity: Creep, Er, tan
36 M 25 Time-Temperature Superposition
W 27 Thanksgiving holiday
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F 29 Thanksgiving holiday
37 Dec. M 2 Molecular Weight determination Chapter 12
38 W 4 Molecular Weight determination
Optional Review Session (TBD)
M 9 Final Exam: (9E: 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.) Comprehensive

15. Attendance and Expectations:

Homework: Homework should be turned in at the beginning of class. No late submissions will
be accepted in order that solutions can be posted after class.
Grade changes: Requests for adjustment to any grade should occur within the 2 week period
following the posted grade in question, and must be approved by the course instructor (you can
discuss your concerns with the TA, but the TA can not change grades without final approval
from me).
Policy on Class Attendance: Lecture attendance is recommended. While attendance is not
mandatory, experience has shown that those who attend lectures earn higher grades in the
course.
Policy on Cell Phones: Cell phones should be turned off or on vibrate mode during class, with
the exception of a primary care giver. If/when receiving a call, promptly move to outside the
classroom.
Make-up Exam Policy- Make-up exams will be provided only with the prior approval of the
instructor or excused absence. In general, acceptable reasons for excused absence include
illness, serious family emergencies, special curricular requirements, military obligation, court-
imposed legal obligations, religious holidays and participation in official university activities
such as music performances, athletic competition or debate.

16. Grading: Homework- 20%
First exam- 20%
Second exam- 20%
Third exam- 20%
Final exam- 20% (comprehensive)

* Homework and grades will be posted on the class Sakai website, approximately weekly

17. Grading Scale: Final grades will be assigned according to the following scale:
A = 92 - 100 C = 70 73.99
A- = 89 91.99 C- = 66 69.99
B+ = 86 88.99 D+ = 63 65.99
B = 82 85.99 D = 60 62.99
B- = 78 - 81.99 D- = 56 59.99
C+ = 74 77.99 E = below 56
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A C- will not be a qualifying grade for critical tracking courses. In order to graduate, students must
have an overall GPA and an upper-division GPA of 2.0 or better (C or better). Note: a C- average is
equivalent to a GPA of 1.67, and therefore, it does not satisfy this graduation requirement. For more
information on grades and grading policies, please visit:
https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/regulations/info/grades.aspx
18. Requirements for class attendance and make-up exams, assignments, and other work are consistent
with university policies that can be found at:
https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/regulations/info/attendance.aspx

19. Honesty Policy UF students are bound by The Honor Pledge which states, We, the members of the
University of Florida community, pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of
honor and integrity by abiding by the Honor Code. On all work submitted for credit by students at the
University of Florida, the following pledge is either required or implied: On my honor, I have neither
given nor received unauthorized aid in doing this assignment. The Honor Code
(http://www.dso.ufl.edu/sccr/process/student-conduct-honor-code/) specifies a number of behaviors that
are in violation of this code and the possible sanctions. Furthermore, you are obligated to report any
condition that facilitates academic misconduct to appropriate personnel. If you have any questions or
concerns, please consult with the instructor or TAs in this class.

Note that failure to comply with this commitment will result in disciplinary action compliant with the
UF Student Honor Code Procedures. See http://www.dso.ufl.edu/sccr/procedures/honorcode.php

20. Accommodation for Students with Disabilities Students Requesting classroom accommodation
must first register with the Dean of Students Office. That office will provide the student with
documentation that he/she must provide to the course instructor when requesting accommodation.
21. UF Counseling Services Resources are available on-campus for students having personal problems
or lacking clear career and academic goals. The resources include:
- UF Counseling & Wellness Center, 3190 Radio Rd, 392-1575,
http://www.counseling.ufl.edu/cwc/Default.aspx, counseling services and mental health services.
- Career Resource Center, Reitz Union, 392-1601, career and job search services.
22. University Police Department 392-1111
23. Software Use All faculty, staff and student of the University are required and expected to obey the
laws and legal agreements governing software use. Failure to do so can lead to monetary damages
and/or criminal penalties for the individual violator. Because such violations are also against
University policies and rules, disciplinary action will be taken as appropriate. We, the members of
the University of Florida community, pledge to uphold ourselves and our peers to the highest
standards of honesty and integrity.
24. Students are expected to provide feedback on the quality of instruction in this course based on 10
criteria. These evaluations are conducted online at https://evaluations.ufl.edu. Evaluations are
typically open during the last two or three weeks of the semester, but students will be given specific
times when they are open. Summary results of these assessments are available to students at
https://evaluations.ufl.edu/results.