Packaging Technology (3cr)
Course unit code: 8B00CX60
General information
- Credits
- 3 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
- Responsible person
- Matti-Pekka Pasto
Objective
Upon completion of the course students will
-be familiar with various packaging materials and techniques, as well as, be able to compare these
-be able to apply methods for designing packaging.
Content
Significance of packing
Packaging materials and methods
Selection of packaging materials and methods
Feeding and dosing equipment
Conveyors
Labeling
Packaging and the environment
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student understands the basic concepts in food packaging, materials, equipment and methods, and is able to apply them to the usual problems.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student has a good understanding in food packaging with the basic concepts, materials, equipment and methods, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine their knowledge with previous experiences in the subject.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student has an excellent understanding in food packaging concepts, materials, equipment and methods, and is able to apply them to a variety of different types of questions and problems. The student has demonstrated the ability to create new meanings and to show innovation in applying what he has learned.
Materials
Lehtinen, L., Koivula, H., Aaltonen, V., & Mäkinen, M. (2021). Toimiva pakkaus. Kestävä pakkaus. Suomen Pakkausyhdistys ry.
Järvi-Kääriäinen T., & Ollila M. 2007. Toimiva pakkaus. Helsinki: Pakkausteknologia - PTR ry.