Dates: February 4 & 5, 2013 (Two Day Course)

James Rawlins
Associate Professor

Course Purpose and Audience:
To provide scientists, engineers and technical managers an understanding of the recent advances in polymeric materials specific to protective, decorative and functional thin films/surface coatings.

Course Description:
The common challenge of reviewing scientific literature can be accelerated by spending a few days with us. If life is as chaotic for you as it is for us, know that you or your colleagues can accelerate your review of the literature and confirm the basics by attending this short course (SC). The course is designed to provide an update on major topics for surface coatings in polymer synthesis, structure property relationships, functionalized surfaces methods and results, define the most recent performance limits for major surface coatings areas, summarize the current status for predictive performance and service life models, summarize current and future methods for corrosion control, high throughput methodologies, specialty techniques for thin film characterization, thin film permeability and gas transmission, functional film applications and toughening of polymer films.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: DUE TO SUPERBOWL 2013 THE FOLLOWING CHANGES HAVE BEEN IMPLEMENTED!

Day ONE will be held at the University of Southern Mississippi Campus.
Day TWO will be held at the New Orleans Marriott, New Orleans, LA.
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Dates: February 4 & 5, 2013 (Two Day Course)

Dr.  Robson F. Storey
Professor of Polymer Science

Course Description:
Reformulating to waterborne coatings is an intensive, two day course providing an introduction to the technology of waterborne coatings with an emphasis on the challenges encountered in converting existing solvent-borne coating systems to water. The course is designed for coating chemists and formulators and for persons interested in new applications for waterborne coatings. It consists of a series of lectures organized around various popular coating types including acrylic latex, polyester/alkyd, two-component polyurethane, polyurethane dispersion, epoxy, and silicone. Additional topics include the use of additives, pigments and pigment dispersion, and application methods for waterborne coatings.


IMPORTANT NOTICE: DUE TO SUPERBOWL 2013 THE FOLLOWING CHANGES HAVE BEEN IMPLEMENTED!

Day ONE will be held at the University of Southern Mississippi Campus.
Day TWO will be held at the New Orleans Marriott, New Orleans, LA.
MORE INFORMATION

Dates: February 5, 2013 (One Day Course)

Dr. Robert Lochhead FRSC. FAIC.
Professor of Polymer Science

Course Description:
Today's formulator should be well acquainted with the chemical and physical theoretical underpinnings of formulation. These include knowledge of the types of interactions that can occur in complex mixtures. This course addresses the physical principles of formulation with respect to polymers and macromolecules, surfactants, dispersions and emulsions. Upon completion of the course, each participant would be expected to possess an understanding of the theoretical basis of formulating with these materials.
In-depth course description

Meet in the Hotel Lobby at 8:00 am
Duration: 90 minutes
Departs at 8:00 am, Return at 9:30 am


Café Beignet is a cup full of New Orleans' best European traditions. For two hundred years, New Orleanians have savored every sip of their rich coffee accompanied by delicate, crisp beignets (ben-yays).

These golden squares, usually dusted with powdered confectioner's sugar, can best be described as a cross between a French pastry and an American doughnut. In New Orleans, beignets are enjoyed at a breakfast, for dessert, or any time for a special treat.

New Orleans' Café Beignet provides a grand cafe setting outside and in, and the best coffee and beignets anywhere. Breakfast Served All Day. New Orleans Cajun Specialties and Fried Seafood Also Available.

Dr. Mike O’Donoghue is the Director of Engineering and Technical Services for Devoe Coatings now part of International paint LLC.  He has a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Surrey, England. He has 30 years experience in the protective coatings industry with Devoe and has authored over 50 research papers, articles and conference papers for chemical, marine and industrial publications. Hi is also a co-developer of an anti-slip coating system for structural steel and an internal secondary containment system for Above Ground Storage tanks. 

In 1998, 1999, 2004 and 2010 Mike was the recipient with his co-author Vijay Datta of SSPC’s Outstanding Publication Award in the Journal of Protective Coatings and Linings. Dr. O'Donoghue is a member of the American Chemical Society, NACE International and SSPC.

The US Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) has named Dr. Mike O'Donoghue as one of the protective coating industry's top 25 leaders and thinkers of the past 25 years.

Duration: 4 hours Departs at 1:00 pm, Return at 5:00 pm

Ticket Price includes 4-D Theater movie and museum entrance.

The National World War II Museum, formerly known as the National D-Day Museum, is a museum located in the Central Business District of New Orleans, Louisiana, at the corner of Andrew Higgins Boulevard and Magazine Street.  It focuses on the contribution made by the United States to victory by the Allies in World War II, and the Battle of Normandy in particular.  It as designated by the U.S. Congress as "America's National World War II Museum" in 2003 and the museum maintains an affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution.  The mission statement of the museum emphasizes the American experience in WWII.

Please Note: Guests will be escorted to and from the events by Guest Program Coordinator.  Once at the museum, Guests are free to spend their time individually. Please meet the Guest Program Coordinator at the designated time/place OR make prior arrangements with them. 
* There will be no refund for this activity.

Duration: 4 hours Departs at 1:00 pm, Return at 5:00 pm

Your two-hour cruise from the heart of the French Quarter takes you back when cotton was king and life was as slow and graceful as the current on the Mississippi River.  Enjoy idyllic scenery while listening to live Jazz music on New Orleans' only authentic Steamboat.

Harbor Cruise Features:
Optional Creole Lunch prepared fresh on board
Live narration of historical facts and highlights of the port
Calliope concert at 1:45 pm - This is a series of 32 graduated whistles powered by steam from the boilers, played before each cruise.
Steamboat gift shop
Museum quality Steam Engine Room open for visitors
Paddlewheel made of white oak and steel; dimensions are 25ft. x 25 ft., and weighs 26 tons.


Meet in hotel lobby at 1:00 pm
Boarding at 2:00 pm
Cruising 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Return to hotel 5:00 pm

Please Note: Guests will be escorted to and from the events by Guest Program Coordinator.  Once at the steamboat, Guests are free to spend their time individually. Please meet the Guest Program Coordinator at the designated time/place OR make prior arrangements with them. 
* There will be no refund for this activity.