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Plastics Technology
| Course# | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213-1426 | 02/26/2025 - 02/28/2025 | 8:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Microsoft Teams |
| 213-1427 | 04/23/2025 - 04/25/2025 | 8:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Microsoft Teams |
| 213-1428 | 07/09/2025 - 07/11/2025 | 8:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Microsoft Teams |
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CEU's: 1.6
Instructor: Mr. Christopher Paige
Course Overview
This course is intended to introduce students into polymer synthesis, methods, and chemical structures. Advanced manufacturing techniques, crystallinity, MWD (Molecular Weight Distribution) and additive impacts will be examined. Characterization, Quality Control techniques and product design will be investigated. Emerging materials, bioplastics, and innovative recycling techniques will also be included. Industry standards, environmental regulations and safety protocols will be reviewed.
Instructor Biography:
Christopher (Chris) Paige holds a M. S. Degree in Plastics Engineering - 2005 (University of Massachusetts – Lowell) and a M.S. Degree in Polymer Chemistry – 1991 (University of Cincinnati). He is a member of Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE), American Chemical Society (ACS) and America Society of Materials (ASM) and has over 30 years’ experience, working in Industry. As a Laboratory Manager, at the University of Akron, Chris performed numerous hands-on plastics processing projects, for domestic and International corporate clients. He is a subject matter expert and has trained clients on Rubber processing (C.W. Brabender’s, 2-Roll Mills, Heat presses), Plastics Processing (Single and Twin-Screw Extruders, Extrusion Blown Molding, Injection Molding, Injection Blow Molding, Thermoforming, Vacuum Forming, blown film and cast film lines), Rubber formulations and Rubber Characterization (MDR, Moonie Viscometers, RPA) and Polymer Characterizations (Thermal Analysis, Mechanical Instron testing, microscopy and spectroscopy).
- Polymer Chemistry: In-depth exploration of polymerization methods and chemical structures.
- Advanced Manufacturing Techniques: CNC machining, 3D printing, and more specialized molding processes.
- Material Science: Understanding molecular weight distribution, crystallinity, and the impact of additives.
- Testing and Quality Control: Methods to test durability, stress resistance, and quality assurance.
- Product Design: Principles of designing plastic products, CAD software usage, and prototyping.
- Sustainability and Innovation: Emerging materials, bioplastics, and innovative recycling techniques.
- Regulations and Standards: Industry standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols.