SAVEETHA SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

SAVEETHA UNIVERSITY, CHENNAI

DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND
HUMANITIES
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Assignment - II
Course Code : UC004
Student Name: k.anil kumar reddy
Course Title : ENGINEERINGCHEMISTRY - I
Reg. No
: 191611320
Course Faculty :
Section
: computer science (e)
Issue Date
: 7.11.2016
Semester
:1
Last Date for Submission :15.11.2016
Academic Year: 2016-17
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Course Learning Outcomes Achieved: 2, 3
Upon successful completion of this assignment, the student will be able to:
CLO 2:Explain the basic properties of polymer and composite materials and apply the knowledge in fixing
engineering problems.
CLO 3:Understand the concept of surface chemistry and find relevant applications in engineering fields.
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Graduate Attributes Covered: 1, 2, 10, 12
GA1: Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and
an engineering specialisation to the solution of complex engineering problems.
GA2: Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems
reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering
sciences
GA10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering
community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design
documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
GA12: Life-long learning: Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in
independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
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Answer ALL Questions
1.Pick a plastic component from any of these categories - industrial areas; medical,
consumer, automotive, packaging, etc. Get components, not assemblies. You want a
specific part made from one type of plastic material. Take pictures of the components
from a couple of different angles and write a brief description of each.

Identify the type of material used for the component.

Your description of each component is expected to have the answer for the following:
a)
What is it?
b)
What does it do?
c)
How much does it weigh?
d)
Is it disposable?
e)
Is it a component of an assembly?
f)
Was it decorated in any way?
g)
Is it colored?
h) Is it made for indoor or outdoor use or both?
i) How long do you think it is supposed to last?
j)Write product specifications for each of the components that you have
gathered.
k)Why was plastic used to make the product? Look at the specific properties
required:
Chemical resistance, ultraviolet light resistance, lightweight, cheap, fatigue
resistance, barrier properties (packaging), dimensional stability, colorability, clarity,
scratch resistance, etc.
l)What is the temperature range that the product will need to withstand?
m)This is a product specification and should be written in terms of the
component, not the material that was used to create it. (5 marks)
2.Analyze the following terms with two examples in each category:
a)
Polymer alloy.
b)
Polymer Blend.
c)
Polymer Nano Composites. (5 marks)
3.Explain the latest research on surface chemistry by adsorption, preferential sorption
and give a report on suitable adsorbent used and mechanism with focus on the following
processes in the specified industries
a)
Sugar Industries De- colourisation
b)
Water treatment Ion exchange
c)
Leather / Dye Industries Dye removal
d)Pharmaceutical Industries Drug delivery (10 marks)
Academic Integrity & Plagiarism Policy: The student should be ready to prove the authenticity
of the work done. If any forms of plagiarism/reproduction of answers are discovered, the
following disciplinary actions will be taken:
First Offence: Written warning and zero mark in that
particular course.
Second Offence: Withheld in that particular course.

 Third Offence: Withheld from all courses of that

particular semester.
Fourth Offence: Suspension from the college for the time period
decided by the committee.
Late Submission and Penalty: Late submission of assignments will result in deduction of 20%
of the allocated marks per day beyond the assignment deadline.
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Declaration
To my Lecturer :-prabhu(sir)
I certify that all of this work is done by myself as in accordance with the Academic Integrity and
Plagiarism policy. I am responsible for any violations with regard to this.
Student Signature:k.anil

Submission Date:15-11-2016

Rubrics
1. All questions a) to m) to be answered along with the photo of the component.
2.

S.No.

Property

1.

Definition/Meaning of
the terms

2.

Physical Properties:
a)
b)

3.

Chemical Properties:
a)
b)

4.

Highlights/ Difference

Polymer alloy.

3. a) Adsorption Process
b) Solute Particles in the solute removed
c) Adsorbent Used
d) Mechanism

Polymer Blend.

Polymer Nano
Composites