Polymer Processing & Manufacturing, Capstone Certificate

Program Overview

This program provides a comprehensive understanding of polymer processing, covering topics from introductory rheology to advanced modeling and simulation. Students will gain hands-on experience through courses such as injection molding and additive manufacturing. The program emphasizes sustainability and recycling, preparing graduates for careers in the polymer industry.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Course List:
• E P D 640 Introductory Polymer Rheology (3 credits)
• E P D 650 Introduction to Polymers Processing (3 credits)
• M E 419 Fundamentals of Injection Molding (3 credits)
• M E 514 Polymer Additive Manufacturing (3 credits)
• M E 717 Advanced Polymer Processing (3 credits)
• E P D 639 Plastics Recycling and Sustainability (3 credits)
• M E 718 Modeling and Simulation in Polymer Processing (3 credits)
• M E 417 Transport Phenomena in Polymer Processing (3 credits)
• M E 418 Engineering Design with Polymers (3 credits)

Assessment:

• Students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the capstone to continue to the next class.
• Students must earn a minimum grade of C in each course used to meet Capstone Certificate requirements.

Teaching:

• Faculty:
• Prof. Tim Osswald