Features of the behavior of polymeric materials under the influence of mechanical stresses, the device and characteristics of machines for static and shock tests are considered Methods for determining (in accordance with the current GOSTs) the main mechanical properties of plastics (deformation-strength characteristics for various types of loading, long-term strength and hardness) . Methods of preparation of samples for tests, description of devices, procedure for work, processing and presentation of test results. It is intended for students in the areas of 240500 - "Chemical technology of high-molecular compounds and polymeric materials" and 240700 - "Chemical technology of energy-saturated materials and products" specialties 240501 - "Chemical technology of high-molecular compounds" and 240702 - "Chemical technology of polymer compositions of gunpowder and TRT" , as well as postgraduates of relevant specialties. Prepared at the Department of Chemical Technology of High-Molecular Compounds .