Program Overview

Structure/Property Relationships in Polyurethanes

Course Overview

The course "Structure/Property Relationships in Polyurethanes" is designed to provide an overview of how the selection of isocyanate structure and reactivity, combined with the proper selection of polyols, allows the polyurethane formulator to design and tailor the physical properties of polyurethanes for specific applications.

Course Details

• Cost: $1,000.00 USD
• CEU's: 0.4
• Instructor: Joseph J. Marcinko, Ph.D.
• Dates and Times:
  • 05/07/2026 - 05/08/2026, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • 08/06/2026 - 08/07/2026, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • 11/05/2026 - 11/06/2026, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
• Location: Microsoft Teams

Why Attend This Training

This training will discuss why it is important to consider molecular structure when designing and developing polyurethane polymers for specific applications and how physical properties can be tailored by the correct molecular design.

Target Audience

This webinar is intended for scientists, product development specialists, and managers who are interested in better understanding how polyurethanes can be better designed to meet specific performance requirements.

Online Course Requirements

To participate in this online course, the following minimum requirements must be met:

• A broadband internet connection with at least a 2 Mbps upload and download speed.
• A computer (PC or Mac) that can support the latest web browser versions.
• At least 4 GB of RAM and adequate hard drive space.
• A microphone and a speaker.
• International Students: An additional fee will be assessed to cover the cost of shipping the professional binder (presentation slides) to your address.

Course Outline

The course will cover the following topics:

• Discussions of molecular architecture
  • Linear vs Branched structures and the impact on molecular entanglements
• Isocyanate types, their molecular structure, and how they are made
  • Aromatic vs Aliphatic isocyanates
  • Symmetry of the isocyanate molecule
• Polyol types and their molecular structure
  • Polyether polyols
  • Polyester Polyols
  • Specialty polyols
• Polyurethane Catalysts
• Rigid and Flexible domain phase separation
• How processing affects molecular structure
• Morphology and molecular motion
• Hydrogen bonding within polyurethanes
• Discussion of specific polyurethane examples and the measurement of their physical properties
  • Polyurethane elastomers
  • Polyurethane adhesives
  • Flexible foams
  • Rigid foams
  • Thermal analysis of polyurethanes
  • Other characterization techniques for polyurethanes

Registration Information

• Registration shall remain open until posted as closed on the course listing.
• Registrations must be guaranteed by check, a purchase order number, or a credit card.
• Course fees are due before attending.
• Enrollment is limited and on a first-come basis. Early registration is strongly recommended.
• The course fee includes classroom instruction, instructional materials, parking permits, continental breakfast, lunch, beverages, and refreshment breaks. Travel and hotel accommodations are not included.