[70% Off] Plastics Engineering Iii: Industrial Polymer Processing
Manufacturing Processes, Reinforcement And Recycling For Polymeric Materials
What you’ll learn
- Polymer Processing Techniques: Students will learn the fundamental principles and practical applications of key polymer processing techniques.
- Polymer Additives and Reinforcements: Learners will gain insights into the types and roles of various polymer additives and reinforcements.
- Polymer Recycling and Sustainability: Students will explore different polymer recycling methods
- understand the environmental impact of polymers.
- Polymers in Engineering Industries: By the end of the course
- learners will be able to identify and analyze the use of polymers in automotive
- aerospace
- etc.
Requirements
- B.S or graduate students
- Mechanical engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Technicians with industry experience. Optional: Plastics Engineering I & II
Description
This course is designed to provide you with a working understanding of the critical processes involved in polymer manufacturing, from the basics of extrusion and its variants to advanced techniques like thermoforming, vacuum forming, and rotational molding.Throughout the course, you’ll dive into the world of polymer additives and reinforcements, exploring how fillers, plasticizers, and fibers such as glass and carbon significantly enhance the properties of polymers. You’ll learn about the impact these reinforcements have on mechanical performance and processing, preparing you to make informed decisions in your projects.
Sustainability is at the forefront of modern engineering, and this course will equip you with the knowledge of various polymer recycling methods and the environmental considerations crucial to polymer usage. We’ll also explore briefly the latest advancements in biodegradable and bio-based polymers, offering you a glimpse into the future of sustainable materials.Towards the end of this course you will apply your knowledge to real world scenarios by examining the use of polymers across key industries, including automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, and medical fields. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or new to the field, this course will empower you with the skills and insights needed to excel in the dynamic world of polymer applications.
