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Polymer Technology Engineering

Polymer Technology Engineering

Course Overview

Polymer Technology Engineering focuses on the study of polymers, their synthesis, properties, and applications. The course covers polymer chemistry, processing techniques, and material science. Graduates are prepared for careers in industries like plastics, rubber, and advanced materials, contributing to innovations in various sectors.

Duration:
4 years (8 semesters)

Syllabus (Semester-wise):

  1. Semester 1:

    • Mathematics-I

    • Physics

    • Chemistry

    • Basics of Polymer Technology

    • Engineering Mechanics

    • Environmental Science

    • Communication Skills

  2. Semester 2:

    • Mathematics-II

    • Fluid Mechanics

    • Thermodynamics

    • Polymer Chemistry

    • Electrical and Electronics Engineering

    • Engineering Drawing

  3. Semester 3:

    • Mathematics-III (Probability and Statistics)

    • Strength of Materials

    • Polymer Science

    • Chemical Engineering Principles

    • Physical Chemistry of Polymers

    • Organic Chemistry

  4. Semester 4:

    • Polymer Processing and Equipment

    • Polymer Rheology

    • Polymer Testing and Characterization

    • Polymer Reaction Engineering

    • Heat Transfer

    • Elective I (e.g., Advanced Polymer Science, Green Polymers)

  5. Semester 5:

    • Polymer Blends and Composites

    • Polymer Product Design

    • Elastomer Technology

    • Elective II (e.g., Nano-Polymers, Biomedical Polymers)

    • Minor Project

  6. Semester 6:

    • Advanced Polymer Materials

    • Plastics Technology

    • Polymer Coating and Surface Engineering

    • Polymer Additives and Fillers

    • Elective III (e.g., Conductive Polymers, Polymer Recycling)

    • Internship/Industrial Training

  7. Semester 7:

    • Polymer Manufacturing Processes

    • Polymer Degradation and Stabilization

    • Rubber Technology

    • Elective IV (e.g., Smart Polymers, High-Performance Polymers)

    • Major Project – Phase I

  8. Semester 8:

    • Advances in Polymer Technology

    • Polymer Industry Management and Economics

    • Seminar

    • Major Project – Phase II

Average Fees:
INR 1.5 - 4 Lakhs per year

Exams to Attend:

  • JEE Main (Joint Entrance Examination)

  • JEE Advanced

  • State-level entrance exams (KEAM, KCET, MHT CET, WBJEE, etc.)

  • Private university entrance exams (e.g., BITSAT, VITEEE, SRMJEEE)

Top 10 Institutions for Polymer Technology Engineering in India (Combined Ranking):

  1. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi

  2. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur

  3. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay

  4. Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai

  5. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras

  6. National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy

  7. Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani

  8. Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi

  9. Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore

  10. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for Polymer Technology Engineering:

  1. Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi

  2. Government Engineering College, Thrissur

  3. National Institute of Technology (NIT), Calicut

  4. College of Engineering, Trivandrum

  5. TKM College of Engineering, Kollam

  6. Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam

  7. Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT), Angamaly

  8. Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam

  9. SCMS School of Engineering and Technology, Ernakulam

  10. Saintgits College of Engineering, Kottayam

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