PKG 202 — PKG-202. Packaging Technology II. 3 Credits
LECT 30 hrs LAB 45 hrs A continuing study of advanced materials used in the packaging industry and the advanced processes used to develop them. An emphasis will be placed on studies related to the practice of sustainable packaging and its impact on the environment on a global scale. Pricing and cost efficient practices will be explored as well. Studies will include the folded carton, the materials, the manufacturing process and the sizes and constraints related to their production. The common commercial bottle will be explored as well as packaging materials used in the food and medical industry. Related discussions will go into the concepts and applications of primary and secondary packaging. Intermediate study of surface finishes to parallel the co-requisite course in Packaging Design I will also be discussed. Prerequisites: PKG-101 and PKG-120 Corequisites: PKG-220 Additional Fees: Course fee applies.
Prerequisites: PKG 101, PKG 120