Objectives and competences
The objectives of the course are:
• define the functions and different types of packaging, along with their basic characteristics and suitability for use, present the role of packaging in logistics,
• present modern packaging materials and innovations in the field of packaging,
• present approaches for packaging design and planning,
• introduce various packaging techniques and their impact on the product lifecycle,
• present the methods and procedures for testing packaging,
• present standards and legislation related to packaging,
• present packaging labelling, various labels, and necessary information that packaging of individual items must contain,
• present GS1 standards, their usage, and obligations when using the standard,
• introduce the basic of 3D modelling and using additive manufacturing to print 3D models of packaging prototype,
• introduce the environmental indicators system and sustainable packaging development in the company,
•introduce methods of handling packaging waste and other waste, reflecting on the importance of designing packaging that enables reuse and/or recycling,
• present the process of reverse logistics.
Competences that students acquire:
• are able to select appropriate packaging at all levels, depending on the intended use and the processes involved in logistics,
• critically argue for the use of different packaging materials (conventional and innovative) in terms of packaging function and environmental impact,
• know the approaches for packaging design and planning,
• use 3D modelling software and distinguish between different additive manufacturing processes,
• distinguish between different methods and procedures for testing different types of packaging,
• know the standards and legislation in the field of packaging and find the essential information they need to work in a real-life environment,
• know the meaning and use of GS1 standards, know their obligations when using the GS1 system,
•are able to provide the necessary information on packaging at all levels,
• know the stages of the reverse logistics process and understand its importance,
• distinguish between the different levels of waste and packaging waste and act in accordance with it.
Content (Syllabus outline)
Functions and types of packaging.
Modern packaging materials and designs.
Basic of design and development of packaging
Packaging techniques.
Testing of packaging, standards, legislation.
Package labelling and GS1 standards.
Basics of 3D modelling and printing packaging prototype.
Environmental indicators system and sustainable packaging development in the company.
Management of packaging waste and other types of waste - design for reuse and recycling.
Process of reverse logistics.
Learning and teaching methods
Lectures: students understand the theoretical frameworks of the course. Part of the lecture course is in a classroom while the rest is in the form of e-learning (e-lectures may be given via video-conferencing or with the help of specially designed e-material in a virtual electronic learning environment).
Tutorials: Students enhance their theoretical knowledge and are able to apply it. Part of the seminar is in a classroom while the rest is in the form of e-learning (e-tutorials may be given via video-conferencing or with the help of specially designed e-material in a virtual electronic learning environment).
Laboratory exercises: During laboratory sessions, students perform practical tasks using specialized equipment in the laboratory.
Intended learning outcomes - knowledge and understanding
Upon completion of the course, the student is able to:
• select appropriate packaging based on its intended use and logistics processes,
• list and describe innovations in the field of packaging, independently search for examples of innovations, and critically argue the opportunities for their use in terms of packaging function and sustainability,
• list and describe approaches to designing and planning packaging,
• list and explain various packaging techniques, assess their impact on individual items,
• differentiate between various methods and procedures for testing different types of packaging,
• define standards and legislation in the field of packaging,
• recognize and describe key packaging labels, understand the significance of GS1 standards, apply GS1 standards when labeling different levels of packaging, and understand the obligations when using the GS1 system,
• prepare a simple 3D model of packaging prototype,
• understand additive manufacturing processes,
• define environmental indicators for the field of packaging,
• understand the importance of sustainable packaging development in the company,
• identify individual phases in the reverse logistics process and understand how they impact the lifecycle of packaging,
• differentiate between various levels of waste management and handling of packaging waste,
• define the phases of the relief logistics process.
Readings
Ambrož, G. et al. (2019). Razvoj embalaže v krožnem gospodarstvu: priročnik. Celje: Fit media. ISBN - 978-961-6283-59-5
Radonjič, G. (2008). Embalaža in varstvo okolja: zahteve, smernice in podjetniške priložnosti. Maribor: Založba Pivec. ISBN - 978-961-6494-63-2
Martini, M., Kovačič, B., Konda, Z. (2014). Upravljanje globalnih preskrbovalnih verig: učbenik. Ljubljana: GS1 Slovenija. ISBN - 978-961-93963-1-5
Palsson, H. (2018). Packaging logistics: understanding and managing the economic and environmental impacts of packaging in supply chains. London; New York; New Delhi: Kogan Page. ISBN - 978-0-7494-8170-4
Hellström, D. (2008). Integrating packaging and logistics: improving supply chain performance. Saarbrücken: VDM Verlag Dr. Müller, cop. ISBN - 978-3-639-08088-9
Yam, Kit L. et al. (2009). The Wiley encyclopedia of packaging technology. Hoboken: J. Wiley & Sons. 3rd ed. ISBN - 978-0-470-08704-6; 0-470-08704-8
Coles, R. (2003). Food packaging technology. Oxford, Blackwell, Boca Raton, CRC Press, 2003, ISBN: 1-84127-221-3. COBISS.SI-ID : 2829432.
Additional information on implementation and assessment Coursework 20%
Written examination 60%
Research paper 20%
