2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PLAS 101 - Introduction to Plastics
PROGRAM: Industrial Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
Introduction to the main plastic processing industries, techniques, and commonly used polymers.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Describe and explain plastic manufacturing processes. [a]
- Identify and differentiate between thermoplastics and thermosets. [a,e]
- Determine and practice safety requirements for common processes and materials. [a,c]
- Evaluate selected properties of plastic materials. [a,e]
- Determine effects of ingredients added to plastics. [a,e]
- Identify chemical formulas, properties, and applications of selected thermoplastics and thermosets. [a.e]
- Evaluate different machining and finishing processes for plastics. [a,e]
- Describe decoration processes used on plastics. [a]
- Demonstrate an understanding of common plastic terminology. [a]
Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - Health and safety
History and current status of industry
Injection molding
Material properties and ingredients
Extrusion
Finishing and decorating of plastics
Thermoforming
Laminating and casting of plastics
Design of plastics
Commercial considerations
GRADING POLICY
| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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