PLST 1015 Plastics and Polymers Materials Testing

This course introduces the ASTM (American Standards and Testing Methods) and ISO (International Standards Organization) testing procedures commonly used in the plastics manufacturing industry. Students will conduct physical and mechanical tests in accordance with the different test standards, including pre and post analysis and generating reports. Topics include mechanical properties of plastics, reinforced plastics, electric properties of plastics, optical properties of plastics, thermal properties of plastics, quality control testing to include interpretation of testing, and property application for materials.

Prerequisite

Program Admission and PLST 1000 - Introduction to the Plastics Industry ( 201614L )

Corequisite

PLST 1010 - Plastics and Polymers Materials ( 201614L )

Lab Contact Hours

72

Lecture Contact Hours

15

Total Contact Hours

90