Novel Interdisciplinary Systems-Based Approach to Teaching Sustainability in Plastics

From the syllabus discussed in this document:
To competently engage with current events to actively remove bias in lieu of scientific fact

· To explore a life cycle analysis of polymers from their chemical synthesis to disposal options and challenges

· To analyze microstructures and predict bulk physical properties of polymers based on these structures

· To develop a plan for managing the use of polymers responsibly within everyday life to ensure their benefits outweigh their drawbacks

· To obtain a basic understanding of polymer synthesis and ways in which molecules can come to together to form macromolecules

· To engage in fundamental laboratory practices as a means to obtaining experience in problem-solving, critical thinking and analysis of lab-obtained data

· To foster an attitude of independent thinking and critical reading of science-related articles