Department of Materials

Department of Materials

Our BS Polymer Engineering, four year degree program explores the structure, characterization, properties and selection of the full range of polymeric materials used in industry today. You will be taught by the research-active lecturers having considerable expertise in their fields. The major focus of our program is on developing concepts and skills of students through class room learning, laboratory work, internship and industrial tours etc. We focus strongly on industrial relevance and application throughout the course as one of the main objectives behind the start of this program was to provide trained man power to polymer sector in the country. Our program is accredited by the Pakistan Engineering Counsel (PEC) enabling our graduates to go on to achieve registered/professional Chartered Engineering status.

Salient features

  • The program has a flexible course structure having diverse activities, bringing together excellence in teaching and research.
  • The program curriculum is fully flexible to be modified to keep pace with the rapidly changing production technologies.
  • A course structure is designed in consultation with industry, ensuring that your degree will be highly valued by employers.
  • A range of national and international placement opportunities with major companies.
  • A high student to teacher ratio means students receive excellent individual attention.
  • A final year research project of your choice using state of the art facilities, providing a grounding for working in R & D or going on to higher study.
  • Opportunity to specialize to follow your own interests as they develop.

Career opportunities

Our graduates are highly sought after by employers, and all of our graduates either find employment in industry or go on to higher level study at the end of their degree. Careers include research and development, process engineers, management positions, and technical roles within both large multinationals and smaller businesses. Other graduates choose to apply their technical and analytical skills in research and development or going on to higher level study (e.g. towards a PhD).

Teaching and learning

The course contains a balance of lectures and practical work, accompanied by regular tutorials that will help you with your learning through guided practice and instant feedback. Practical work and tutorials are often carried out in teams, which not only aid your learning, but also helps to you develop valuable intra-personal skills. You will also benefit from small-group tutorials, during which you can discuss any course-related matters and others like career choice, or how to improve your attractiveness to employers.

Alongside the dedicated polymer engineering teaching, we also provide formal teaching in communication and transferable skills, including management, organizational behavior, computing and presentation techniques etc.

Assessment

You are assessed by a combination of coursework and examination. The program is, by nature, practical and this is reflected in the teaching methods and assessment. All units contain a significant coursework element made up of laboratories, problems classes, computing exercises, team projects, case studies, or essays. This greatly enhances your understanding of the subject and your learning experience. A large part of the final year is devoted to a project.

The Grading Criteria shall be as follows:

Marks Grade Point Grade Remarks
90 & above 4.00 A+ Exceptional
85-89.9 4.00 A Outstanding
80 - 84.9 3.66 A- Excellent
75 - 79.9 3.33 B+ Very Good
71 - 74.9 3.00 B Good
68 - 70.9 2.66 B- Above Average
64 - 67.9 2.33 C+ Average
61 - 63.9 2.00 C Satisfactory
58-60.9 1.66 C- Pass
54-57.9 1.33 D+ Low Pass
50-53.9 1.00 D Marginal Pass
Below 50 0.00 F Fail
    I Incomplete
    W Course Withdrawn

 No.

RESEARCH PROJECTS COMPLETED in 2021

1

Optimized polymeric solution for adhesion of ceramic-composite for ballistic applications

2

Fabrication of Low Emissivity paint for defense application.

3

Multi component fiber reinforced nano composites for PC Casing to provide better strength, shock resistance and EMI shielding

4

Graphene oxide based ultra-strong non-corrosive paint for metal protection.

5

Fabrication and Characterization of Polymers based Antimicrobial Hydrogels for Medical Application

6

Thermal Characterization of Rubber reinforced hybrid composite with improved impact performance.

7

Fabrication of smart fabric for the protection against thermal imaging cameras.

8

Nano reinforcements in Thermoplastic Elastomers.

9

Fabrication of PLA and PA6 blends based fibers for biomedical gauze applications.

10

Development and characterization of electro-spun nanofibers containing natural plant extract as antimicrobial agents.

11

Development and characterization of electro-spun porous fibers for electric conduction applications.

12

Development of biodegradable films for packaging applications

13

Development of nanofibers for antimicrobial applications.

14

Development of active packaging for food application.

15

Influence of elastomer distribution on the cryogenic mirocraking of carbon fibre /epoxy composites.

16

Fabrication and characterization of polymer blend for bio-degradable applications

 No.

RESEARCH PROJECTS COMPLETED in 2020

1

Development of light weight, durable and high strength furniture based on composite material.

2

Preparation of PP blends for biodegradable food packaging application.

3

Preparation and characterization of LDPE blend for biodegradable food packaging application.

4

In-situ deposition of conductive polymers on textiles for sensing application

5

Polymer modified bitumen water proofing emulsions.

6

Synthesis and characterization graphene functionalized nanocomposite membranes with improved biofouling properties.

7

Development and characterization  of electrospun nano-fiber having anti-microbial properties.

8

Development and characterization of biodegradable synthetic polymer material.

9

Influence of sulfur donor and non-sulfur donor accelerators on the properties of Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) compounds.

10

Development and characterization of bio-degradable film

11

Preparation of conductive polymeric blends for sensors application.

12

Fabrication of high strength biodegradable sheet for  packaging application.

13

Development of nanocomposite by electrospinning with antibacterial characteristics.

14

Fabrication and characterization of glass fiber reinforced polymer composite for replacement of plywood.

15

Fabrication and characterization of EVA/olefin polymer blend for biodegradable applications.

16

Electro spinning of nanofibers for scaffold application.

17

Preparation of nano-ferities particles coated with thermally reduced graphene oxide by in-situ modified hammers method for stealth application.

18

Preparation of thermally reduced graphene oxide coated with polyaniline by In-Situ polymerization for EMI shielding application.

19

EMI shielding study of polymer matrix based nano-composites in X-Ray region

 No.

RESEARCH PROJECTS COMPLETED in 2019

1

Development of light weight, comfortable fiber reinforced polymeric composite based motorcyclist helmet.

2

Development of smart ,  fiber reinforced polymeric composite based combat helmet.

3

Development of insulating coating for electrical coil application.

4

Improvement in adhesion properties of decorative paint.

5

Development and characterization of Cellulose acetate/dimethyl tetradecyl electrospun nano fibers for wound dressing.

6

Development and fabrication of jute fiber reinforced fire retardant composites.

7

The effects of cellulose stiffer chains on the physical properties of PAN/Cellulose blended electrospun nano fibers in DMAc/LiCl.

8

Development of Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE's) for Automotive Applications.

9

Investigation of Mechanical behavior of Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPR's).

10

Development of Biodegradable polymer film for food packaging applications.

11

Development of multifunctional polymeric composite with attributes of electrical conductivity and flame retardancy.

12

Designing and fabrication of GFR flame retardant composite for replacement of plywood panels.

13

Fabrication and characterization of polymer based thermal insulations by using Phase Change Materials.

14

Fabrication and characterization of electric polymeric nano-composites for Radar Absorbing Application.

 No.

RESEARCH PROJECTS COMPLETED in 2018

1

Novel Bio-Based hydrogels for bio-medical applications.

2

Effect of fire resistant property on Mechanical and fracture behavior of composites.

3

Development of Graphene Based Fiber & its comparison with Kevlar fiber and Carbon fiber.

4

Biodegradable films for wound care applications

5

Influence of Fillers on the Bound Rubber and Properties of Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) compounds. 

6

Development of acrylic composite coatings for application in cool roof technology.

7

Fabrication and Characterization of Carbon fiber, composites incorporated with flame retardance.

8

Effect of boric acid on rheological properties of PVA solution in Water.

9

In-Situ Polymerization of Aniline/Dodecyl Benzene Sulfonic Acid & Elastomeric Blend

10

Mechanical and electrical analysis of Epoxy/Polyaniline.Dodecyl benzene sulfonic acid (PAni.DBSA) composite

11

Cellulose acetate Ag-filled nanocomposite membranes for antibacterial performance.

12

Investigation of mechanical behavior of jute/PU composites.

13

Development of prototype UAV/Quad copter using carbon/epoxy composites.

 No.

RESEARCH PROJECTS COMPLETED in 2017

1

To design, Develop and Characterize PVC formulation for drinking water and waste water applications

2

Reinforcement of Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) with Carbon Black/Silica Hybrid Filler.

3

Design and development of PVC pipe formulations used in Extrusion process

4

Bio based hydrogels- Development and characterization.

5

Design and development of fiber blade for wind turbines

6

Development of Polymeric Blend Membrane for CO2/CH4 Separation.

7

Manufacture & Study properties of white glue through PVAc Polymerization

8

Development of bio degradable polymers for packaging applications.

9

Rheological investigation of PVA in mixed solvent water/ DMSO as a function of Temperature.

10

Increase the hydrophilicity of Polyester Fiber

11

Evaluation of mechanical properties of polypropylene composites reinforced with cotton/jute fibers

12

Rheological investigation of PVA in mixed solvent water/ DMSO.

13

Polymer waste reinforced concrete

14

Cellulose Based Sustainable Polymers

15

Recycling of aceptic Packaging/ Paper production from Brich Pulping

16

Study on the properties of the polyvinyl alcohol and chitosan blends and their biodegradability

17

Bio-Degradable packaging films- Development and characterization

18

Design and development of PVC formulations used in Injection molding process.

19

Rheological investigation of PVA aqueous solutions as a Function of temperature.

3D Printer
  • 3D Printer
Air Tray Dryer
  • Air Tray Dryer
Analytical Sieve Shaker
  • Analytical Sieve Shaker
Batch Distillation Column
  • Batch Distillation Column
Benchtop Cooling Tower
  • Benchtop Cooling Tower
Compression Molding Manual
  • Compression Molding Manual
Dead Weight Tester
  • Dead Weight Tester
Dialatometer
  • Dialatometer
Digital Magnetic Stirrers and Weight Balance
  • Digital Magnetic Stirrers and Weight Balance
Digital Magnetic Stirrers with hot plate
  • Digital Magnetic Stirrers with hot plate
Electromagnetic sieve shaker
  • Electromagnetic sieve shaker
Flow Demonstration Appratus
  • Flow Demonstration Appratus
Flow Meter Demonstration Apparatus
  • Flow Meter Demonstration Apparatus
Flow Process Station
  • Flow Process Station
FTIR
  • FTIR
Gaseous Diffusion Apparatus
  • Gaseous Diffusion Apparatus
Gel Permeation Chromatography
  • Gel Permeation Chromatography
Injection Blow Molding
  • Injection Blow Molding
Injection Molding
  • Injection Molding
Lab Scale Extruder
  • Lab Scale Extruder
Level Process Station
  • Level Process Station
Manual Blow Molding
  • Manual Blow Molding
Manual INJECTION Molding
  • Manual INJECTION Molding
Mechanical Stirrer
  • Mechanical Stirrer
Melt flow Index
  • Melt flow Index
Melting Point Tester
  • Melting Point Tester
Muffle Furnance and Digital Oven
  • Muffle Furnance and Digital Oven
PH Meter
  • PH Meter
Plate & Frame Heat Exchanger
  • Plate & Frame Heat Exchanger
Pressure Calibration Apparatus
  • Pressure Calibration Apparatus
Pressure Process Station
  • Pressure Process Station
Rheometer
  • Rheometer
Shall & Tube Heat Exchanger
  • Shall & Tube Heat Exchanger
TGA
  • TGA
Thermocapul
  • Thermocapul
Time Constant Calculation
  • Time Constant Calculation
TMA
  • TMA
Unit Operation Lab
  • Unit Operation Lab
Water Bath
  • Water Bath
Water Distillers
  • Water Distillers

Contact Us

Contact Name: Dr. Khubab Shaker
Position: Assistant Professor / Chairman
Contact Telephone: +92-41-9230081 - 90 Ext: 210
Contact Fax: +92 (41) 9230098
Office Address: Department of Materials, National Textile University , Faisalabad-37610, Pakistan
Email chairmandpe@ntu.edu.pk, khubab@ntu.edu.pk

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