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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

TECH 427 - Testing Methods, Procedures, and Selection of Sustainable Plastics

Study of plastics (polymers) with emphasis on energy-efficient, renewable, and recycled thermoplastics, thermosets, and composite materials in addition to study of specific properties of plastics material, standard testing methods/procedures, and product application.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: ENGL 308, TECH 265 or TECH 344, and CHEM 110 or CHEM 210.
Credits: 3