The course is included in these curricula and study modules

The course takes place in period

2 (2021-10-25 to 2021-12-31)

Level/category

Extension studies

Teaching language

English

Type of course

Optional

Cycle/level of course

First

Recommended year of study

2

Total number of ECTS

5 cr

Competency aims

The aim of the course is for the student to
understand the concept of sustainable packaging
and to understand the environmental consequences
of the product packaging. The student knows a few
means to develop the sustainability of the
packaging and technical innovations made in the
area.

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student is expected to
be able to understand the role of the packaging in
sustainable development and some methods to decrease
the environmental impact.

Course contents

The packaging and the impact on the environment
Different kind of packages
Packaging design, eco-labels, standardizations
and certificates
Environmental legislation and organisations

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Introduction to logistics.

Recommended or required reading

Pålsson, Henrik. 2018. Packaging logistics.
Understanding and managing the economic and
environmental impacts of packaging in supply
chains. Kogan Page. ISBN 9780749481711
Tom Szaky. 2019. The Future of Packaging. From
Linear to Circular. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.
ISBN 9781523095520.

Study activities

  • Lectures - 31 hours
  • Individual- and group instruction - 10 hours
  • Project- and production work/artistic activities - 50 hours
  • Individual studies - 44 hours

Workload

  • Total workload of the course: 135 hours
  • Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
  • Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours

Mode of Delivery

Participation in tuition

Assessment methods

  • Exams (written-, oral-, home-)
  • Essays, reports, productions and portfolio

Assessment requirements

To pass the course the student should receive at
least 50 points of the maximum 100 points in the
course.
Examination 1: Written exam, maximum 60 points
Examination 2: Personal portfolio, maximum 40
points
Examination 3: Individual, written assignment, max
10 points
Personal essay: Approved

1-49 points equal to fail
50-59 points equal to 1
60-69 points equal to 2
70-79 points equal to 3
80-89 points equal to 4
90-100 points equal to 5

Teacher

Adlercreutz Erica

Examiner

Adlercreutz Erica

Home page of the course

Group size

No limit (25 students enrolled)

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Course enrolment period

2021-10-11 to 2021-10-24

Assessment methods

  • 2021-05-18 - Exams
  • Date will be announced later - Reports and productions
Room reservations
Date Time Room Title Description Organizer
2021-10-27 10:15 - 12:45 D4107-08 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/66784078639 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-11-03 10:15 - 13:15 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/66300833161 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-11-10 09:45 - 12:45 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/65598522717 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-11-17 10:15 - 13:15 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/62122580052 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-11-24 10:15 - 13:15 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/61507657493 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-12-01 10:15 - 13:15 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/68086239153 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-12-03 10:15 - 13:15 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/68103619630 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-12-08 10:15 - 11:45 Sustainable Packaging https://arcada.zoom.us/j/67172516229 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-12-17 09:15 - 12:15 Sustainable Packaging Join Zoom Meeting https://arcada.zoom.us/j/64079701215 Meeting ID: 640 7970 1215 Adlercreutz Erica
2021-12-20 10:00 - 12:30 Sustainable Packaging Exam Adlercreutz Erica
2022-01-12 09:15 - 11:45 Sustainable Packaging Re-exam I Adlercreutz Erica
2022-02-09 13:00 - 15:30 Sustainable Packaging Re-exam II Adlercreutz Erica

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