BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I Syllabus
AKTU B.Tech · 4th Semester · Unit-wise syllabus (effective 2023-24)
BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I (also written as KPL402) is a subject in Semester 4 of the AKTU B.Tech programme, prescribed by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University. It carries 4 credits with an L-T-P of 3-1-0. The syllabus is divided into 5 units: UNIT V (08 Lecture) Calendaring. The complete unit-wise topic list, course outcomes and reference books are given below, taken from the official AKTU syllabus effective from 2023-24.
BPL402 Subject Details
| Subject Code | BPL402 / KPL402 |
|---|---|
| Subject Name | Plastics Processing Technology-I |
| University | Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) |
| Course | B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) |
| Year / Semester | 2nd Year · 4th Semester |
| Credits | 4 |
| L-T-P | 3-1-0 |
| Total Units | 5 |
| Scheme Effective From | 2023-24 |
| Last Verified | 2026-08-19 |
BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I Unit-Wise Syllabus
Official AKTU syllabus (effective 2023-24) — 5 units.
Unit 1
UNIT I (08 Lecture) Introduction to Plastic processing – The need for Plastic Processing, Definition and Fundamentals of Plastic Processing. Classification of Processing methods, Plastics processing techniques, Processability, Effect of Polymer properties on Processing, Process selection. 2
Unit 2
Unit II (08 Lecture) General description of extrusion processes, purpose, advantages, disadvantages. Equipment, Normal operation and control, Material and Product considerations, Types of extruder screw, Calculation of Extruder output, influence of screw dimensions on output, design of barrel and screw for commodity, heat sensitive and engineering polymers. Barrier Screws. 3
Unit 3
Unit III (08 Lecture) Individual extrusion systems, Dies, Sizing and Downstream equipment, Faults, Causes and Remedies for Film, Pipe, Lamination, Profiles, Cables, Sheet, Box Strapping, Twin-screw extrusion and Co Extrusion systems. Casting of films. Multilayer systems for Films and Pipe. Faults, causes & remedies. 4
Unit 4
Unit IV (08 Lecture) General description of Compression and Transfer moulding, Materials, Processing characteristics, Preheating, Mold Heating, Outgassing, Postcuring, Insert Moulding, Various types of Moulds and machines, Shrinkage, Faults, Causes & Remedies. Design Analysis, Cost. 5
Unit 5: UNIT V (08 Lecture) Calendaring
UNIT V (08 Lecture) Calendaring: Introduction, calendar roll, calendar configuration and operations. Materials, Calendar Films, Fluxing and Feeding, Processing conditions, Design aspects, surface finishing, process controls, advantage of Calendaring over extrusion, Troubleshooting, Auxiliary equipment, Material Handling, Energy conservation, Parts Handling, Drying, Feeders & Blenders, Granulators.
BPL402 Course Outcomes
- K2
- CO 1 Understand the basics of Processing of Plastics K3
- CO 2 Understand & analyze the process of extrusion K2
- CO 3 Understand the application of extrusion in manufacturing of various products K2
- CO 4 Understand the concepts Compression & Transfer Moulding and their applications K3
- CO 5 Understand the process of Calendaring and its applications
- CO 6 Analyze the need for auxiliary equipment and their use in various processes
BPL402 Reference Books
- Plastics Processing Data Handbook by Dominick Rosato, Chapman & Hill
- Principles of Polymer Processing by Zehev Tadmor &Costas G. Gogos, John Wiley & Sons.
- Plastics engineering hand book by Berins, Society of the Plastics industry
- Polymer Extrusion by Chris Rauwendaal, Hanser Publication
- Handbook of Plastic Processes by Harper, Wiley Interscience
- Plastics: Materials and Processing, A. Brent Strong , Pearson
Frequently Asked Questions about BPL402
What is the syllabus of BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I?
The AKTU BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I syllabus is divided into 5 units: UNIT V (08 Lecture) Calendaring. The complete topic list for each unit is published on this page, taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus effective from 2023-24.
How many units are there in BPL402?
BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I has 5 units in the AKTU syllabus, with an L-T-P (Lecture-Tutorial-Practical) structure of 3-1-0 and 4 credits.
Is BPL402 the same subject as KPL402?
Yes. AKTU renumbered its B.Tech subject codes from the 2022-23 session onwards, so the same subject appears as BPL402 and KPL402 depending on the scheme year. The syllabus content is the same.
Which semester is BPL402 taught in?
BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I is taught in Semester 4 of the 2nd year of the AKTU B.Tech programme.
How many credits is BPL402 worth?
BPL402 Plastics Processing Technology-I carries 4 credits in the AKTU evaluation scheme, with an L-T-P of 3-1-0.
Where can I download BPL402 previous year question papers?
AKTU B.Tech previous year question papers for every semester are available to download free on Ryzenstudy, with no login or registration required.
Is this the official AKTU syllabus for BPL402?
Yes. Every topic on this page is taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus document (AKTU B.Tech 2nd Year Plastic Engineering Syllabus), effective from 2023-24. A direct link to the original AKTU PDF is provided at the top of this page. Last verified on 2026-08-19.
Related AKTU Syllabus
Source: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University official syllabus — AKTU B.Tech 2nd Year Plastic Engineering Syllabus, effective from 2023-24. Ryzenstudy is not affiliated with AKTU. Content last verified on 2026-08-19.