CHEM 6620 - Physical Chemistry of Macromolecules

Institution:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Subject:

Description:

Thermodynamic properties of synthetic and natural macromolecules. The application of classical and statistical thermodynamics, configuration and conformation of isolated polymer chains, the rotational isomeric state model, scaling theory, single chain dynamics, phase equilibria, osmotic pressure, translational diffusion, intrinsic viscosity and scattering (light, x-ray, neutron) to understanding the structure and properties of proteins, nucleic acids, rod-like polymers, polymer blends and polymer nanocomposites. Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: CHEM 4620 or permission of instructor. When Offered: Fall term even-numbered years. Credit Hours: 3

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rpi.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 276-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.