FB 723
Forest Biomaterials Chemistry
Section: 301

Course Description

Chemical reactivity, structure and functional background of forest-derived polymers relative to paper science and biomaterials/bioenergy are covered. An understanding for the relationships between a material's structure and its properties will be developed with respect to applications. Course includes a basics of polymers, biomacromolecules (carbohydrates and lignin), pulping and bleaching chemistry, new technologies and environmental issues.

Spring 2025

Instructors

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
January 6, 2025
Classes End:
April 22, 2025
Location:
02102 Biltmore Hall
Class Days:
T H
Class Start Time:
10:15am
Class End Time:
11:30am

Classes Start:
January 6, 2025
Classes End:
April 22, 2025
Location:
Hybrid - Online and In-Person
Class Days:
[TBA]

Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing