FSAD 6200

Physical Properties of Fiber - Forming Polymers and Fibers

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2017-2018.

Covers formation and properties of fiber-forming polymers; rubbery, glassy, and crystalline states; and their interconnection. Discusses fiber structure; relationship between chemical structure and physical properties of manufactured and natural fibers; mechanical, thermal, and viscoelastic properties of fibers, and testing methods.

When Offered Fall.

• Understand the basic nature/behavior of polymers and measurement of polymer properties.
• Understand critical polymer properties needed for fiber formation.
• Understand Fiber production, structure and properties of non-commodity fibers.
• Understand the formation of fibers and control of structure and properties.
• Understand various methods of polymer and fibers characterization including mechanical optical and thermal properties.
• Develop critical thinking for problem solving in developing or modifying desired fiber properties.

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