This e-learning module provides a brief introduction to main properties of polymers with a special focus on the most relevant ones in the market: polyethylene and polypropylene.
These modules are integrated into some of our Blended Learning courses but can also be followed independently.
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Public :
Professionals, in the oil or petrochemical industry, interested in olefins, aromatics, polymers production. Specifically for engineers and technical staff who are beginners in this industry, as well as subcontractors, traders, etc.
Level :Skilled
Prerequisite :
No prerequisites for this course.
Course Content
INTRODUCTION TO POLYMERS
Monomers: the building blocks. Monomers to Polymer transition.
Synthetic polymers types and main features.
POLYETHYLENE
Polyethylene development timeline. LDPE, LLDPE and HDPE main features and applications.
Brief introduction to Polyethylene processes.
POLYPROPYLENE
Polypropylene atatic, isotatic and syndiotactic forms. Polypropylene main features and applications.
Brief introduction to Polypropylene processes.
Learning Objectives
Attendees will be able to implement the following skills:
Explain the principle of a polymerization reaction.
Learning assessment
Quiz.
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Additional information :The duration of this module is approximately one hour. This module is available in French.
To French entities : IFP Training is referenced to DataDock ; you may contact your OPCO about potential funding.
Please contact our disabled persons referent to check the accessibility of this training program : referent.handicap@ifptraining.com
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