B.E. (Chemical Engineering) Polymer Technology Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026

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The University has moved this degree onto NEP 2020 one year at a time. The first, second and third years are on NEP 2020; the final year is still on the REV-2019 'C' Scheme, which is what the University sets for it this year.

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Syllabus for Polymer Technology

Semester 6 · Third Year BE Chemical

Module 1: Introduction:

Introduction, basic concepts and definition, Classification of Polymers,Factors influencing the polymer properties, Polymer Structure (Linear, Branch and Cross Linked),Glass Transition Temperature, Significance and different methods of measurement of Glass transition temperature, Molecular Weights,Polydispersity Index, Different Methods of determination of Molecular weight, Effect of Molecular weight on Engineering Properties of Polymers Self learning topics: Advanced polymer classification (engineering plastics, specialty polymers).Biodegradable and bio-based polymers. Applications of thermosets vs thermoplastics in modern industries

Module 2: Free Radical addition polymerization Step-growth (Condensation) Polymerisation

Free Radical addition (Chain- growth) Polymerisation: Introduction, Mechanism, Kinetics of homogeneous polymerization Step-growth (Condensation) Polymerisation: Features; Definition, mechanism and kinetics, Derivation of Carothers's equation. Self-learning topic: Controlled radical polymerization (ATRP, RAFT) Industrial case studies of polymerization reactions

Module 3: Polymerisation Techniques and Co-Polymerisation

Polymerisation Techniques : \Bulk polymerization, Solution polymerisation, Emulsion polymerisation, Suspension polymerisation and Interfacial Polymerisation with their merits Comparison of the various processes advantages and disadvantages. Co-Polymerisation: Introduction, Copolymer equation, Monomer reactivity ratios, Significance and method of determination, Types of copolymerisation (Ideal, alternating and block copolymerisation Self-learning topic: Recent advancements in emulsion and suspension polymerization Industrial applications of copolymers

Module 4: Polymer Processing

Different moulding methods of polymers. Injection moulding, blow moulding, thermo forming (Vacuum, Pressure and mechanical thermoforming), film blowing, Filament winding, Pultrusion Self-Learning Topics: 3D printing of polymers (additive manufacturing). Defects in molded products and troubleshooting

Module 5: Manufacturing Processes:

Manufacturing of typical polymers with flow- sheet diagrams properties & application: PE, PP Nylons, ABS Manufacturing of thermoset polymers such as Phenolic resins Polymer Degradation: Introduction, random and chain end degradation, Types of degradation Thermal, Mechanical, Degradation by ultrasonic waves, degradation by high energy radiation Self-Learning topics: Recycling techniques of plastics (mechanical and chemical recycling) Stabilizers and additives in polymers Environmental impact of polymers

Module 6: Polymer Rheology and Morphology

Polymer Rheology and Morphology Concept of rheology; Newtonian and Non – Newtonian fluids- flow curves; apparent viscosity, Power law, Viscoelasticity, free volume or molecular hole concept, Concept of morphology, Requirements for crystallinity, Effects on mechanical and optical properties Self-Learning topics: Time-temperature superposition principle Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) Characterization techniques for morphology (SEM, TEM, XRD)

Text Books

1 Gowarikar V.R. et.al., Polymer Science Wiley Eastern 1984.
2 Premamoy Ghosh, Polymer Science and Technology, 3rd Edition, Tata Mc. Graw-Hill Publishing Company, New Delhi, 2010.
1 Fried J R, Polymer Science and Technology, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, Eastern Economy Edition, 2000.
2 R. Sinha, Outlines of Polymer Technology: Manufacture of Polymers, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2002.
3 Bhatnagar, M.S., a Textbook of Polymers, Vol .1, S.Chand & Co.Ltd., New Delhi 2004.
4 Bhatnagar, M.S., a Textbook of Polymers, Vol .II, S.Chand & Co.Ltd., New Delhi 2004
3 DoITPoMS

Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for B.E. (Chemical Engineering) under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2026-27. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.

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