Polymers

Polymers are all around us: we eat them, we wear them, and we build extremely complex structures out of them. From mature technologies to the most innovative materials, polymers are a crucial building block for shaping the world of tomorrow. In this course, we will cover several topics, including the controlled synthesis of polymers and cross-linked materials, surface modification using polymers, some characterization tools suited for polymers, and, finally, a section on the latest advances involving polymers.

Hourly volumes*:

            CM: 1:00 p.m.

            TD: 7:00 a.m.

The objective of this course unit is to build on students’ knowledge of macromolecular chemistry with a view to the advanced synthesis and characterization of polymers. Upon completion of this course unit, students will be able to select a synthesis method suited to a specific function and master the parameters of that process.

L3 Chemistry / Macromolecular Chemistry (HAC508C) / Polymer Materials (HAC610C)

Fundamentals of organic chemistry, reactions in solution, colloids, interfaces

Final Exam (100%)

1. Introduction/Review of Polymers (A Brief History of Polymers, Structure, Molecular Weight Distributions, Dispersity)
2. Synthesis by Controlled Radical Polymerization
3. Stepwise polymerization of multifunctional monomers: synthesis of gels and other cross-linked materials
4. Modification of Surfaces Using Polymers (Grafting, Chemisorption, etc.)

New Applications of Polymers (Self-Healing, Vitrimers, etc.)

Administrative contact(s):

Master's in Chemistry Office

https://master-chimie.edu.umontpellier.fr/