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FORS 521 - Composite Materials from Renewable Resources

3 Credit Hours
Manufacturing processes, science and engineering of composite materials derived from renewable resources. Overview of renewable resources and utilization; structure and properties of natural fibers, thermosets, thermoplastics, and bioplastics; fundamentals of adhesion; engineered wood composites; natural fiber reinforced composites; and mechanical property and durability testing.
Recommended Background: Basic understanding of polymer chemistry, engineering, physics, a silvicultural methods course or consent of instructor.
Credit Level Restriction: Graduate credit only.
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – graduate.



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