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Introduction to Polymers

Plastic Adhesives and Coatings

Course #: 5001
Duration: 10 hours
Course Prerequisites: Practical Measurements (Block X22);
What Students Learn: Fundamentals of Adhesives Technology; Functions of Adhesives; Resins for Adhesives; Making Adhesive Joints; Applying Adhesives; Curing Adhesive Joints; Plastic Adherents; Plastic Coatings; Plastic Tape.

Plastics: Films, Sheets, Foams, and Laminates

Course #: 5002
Duration: 10 hours
Course Prerequisites: Practical Measurements (Block X22);
What Students Learn: Films and Sheets; Mechanical and Physical Properties; Color Characteristics; Methods of Producing Films and Sheets; Resins Used; Production Methods and Applications for each Resin; Foams; Resin Materials Used; Properties; Foaming Methods - Mechanical, Physical, Chemical; Blowing Agents; Batch Mixing Techniques; Continuous Metering and Mixing; Foam Application, by Spray; Laminates: Resins and Base Materials Used in Laminates; Grades of Laminates; High-Pressure and Low-Pressure Laminating Processes; Applications of Laminates.

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