Aims and Fit of Module

This module introduces the basic aspects of polymer synthesis, polymer properties, and polymer characterization.

Learning outcomes

A	name common monomers and polymers 

B	understand the basic synthetic routes of step growth, chain growth polymerization and ‘living polymerization’

C	discuss the methods available for the characterization of synthetic polymers 

D	understand the relationship between polymer structure and physical properties

E	discuss the different methods available for synthesizing dendritic polymers

Method of teaching and learning

Lectures and tutorials