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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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CHBE 594 001 (CRN: 24041)
PROPERTIES OF POLYMERS
Long Title: PROPERTIES OF POLYMERS
Department: Chemical & Biomolecular Engr
Instructor: Verduzco, Rafael
Meeting: 4:00PM - 5:15PM MW (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisites: (CHEM 211 OR CHEM 251) AND (MATH 211 OR MATH 221)
Section Max Enrollment: 39
Section Enrolled: 9
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 39
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 11
Enrollment data as of: 24-NOV-2025 5:29PM
Final Exam: GR Course-Dept Schedules Exam
Description: The course will introduce basic concepts in polymer science including the synthesis and chemical modification of polymers as well as physical properties of polymers. Topics include approaches to polymer synthesis, processing and characterization of polymer materials, and an introduction to mathematical models applied to describe the structure and dynamics of polymeric materials. NOTE: Offered in alternative year with MSNE 560/CHBE 560. Cross-list: MSNE 594. Repeatable for Credit.