To understand the classification of polymers, bonding in polymers, and stereoisomerism
To get an overview on polymer synthesis: Condensation polymerization, addition polymerization, and copolymerization
To understand the molecular weight and molecular weight distribution in polymers
To understand polymer solutions and polymer solution thermodynamics
To understand physical states and transitions in polymers
To understand crystallinity and morphology of polymers
To get an introduction on rheology: elasticity, purely viscous flow, and linear viscoelasticity
To have an overview of polymer processing: extrusion, calendering, coating, casting, injection molding, blow molding, and melt spinning
To get an introduction on the mechanical properties of polymers
To get an overview of commercial polymers and additives