PKGSC 601 Packaging Machinery 3(3,0) Systematic study of machinery used to form, fill, seal, laminate, combine, and print continuous and automated packaging lines and auxiliary material handling equipment, including principles of machine design, operation, selection, and specification. Preq: PKGSC 204, PHYS 207, or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 604 Mechanical Properties of Packages and Principles of Package Evaluation 3(3,0) Study of the mechanical properties of packages and principles and standard methods (ASTM, TAPPI) of determining these properties. Evaluation of functional properties of packages including shock and vibration isolation. Preq: PHYS 207, PKGSC 204, or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 616 Application of Polymers in Packaging 4(3,3) Detailed study of polymer chemistry and polymerization technology. Emphasis is on polymers which are significant in packaging. Study includes polymer morphology, rheology, physical properties, and processing methods. Preq: PKGSC 204, 206; CH 201 or 223; PHYS 207; or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 620 Package Design and Development 3(2,3) Study of principles and methods practiced in designing and developing packages and packaging systems and of methods used to coordinate and analyze package development activities including interfacing with product development, manufacturing, marketing, purchasing, and accounting. Preq: PKGSC 368, 401, 404, 416, 464, or consent of instructor; second semester senior standing.
PKGSC 630 Converting for Flexible Packaging 3(1,6) Study of materials, methods, processes, and equipment used in converting web materials for flexible packaging. Laboratory provides hands-on experience preparing and operating pilot-scale converting equipment. Preq: PKGSC 204, 206; or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 640 Packaging for Distribution 3(3,0) Delivery of a packaged product from point of manufacture to point of sale often involves several shipping methods, e.g., truck, rail, air, or ship. To assure both product protection and lowest cost, students must be familiar with the fundamentals of distribution packaging technology. Preq: Senior standing, consent of instructor.
PKGSC 654 Package Evaluation Laboratory 2(0,6) Laboratory experiments to determine properties of packaging materials and to evaluate the performance of packages including shipping tests (shock and vibration). Students learn how to operate standard testing apparatus and become familiar with industry-recognized test methods and standards. Preq: PKGSC 404 or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 664 Food and Health Care Packaging Systems 4(3,3) Characteristics, engineering properties, and applications of various materials and systems used in the packaging of foods, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Packaging systems for specific food and medical applications are considered. Laboratory and field exercises on food and medical packaging operations and packaging materials are included. Emphasis is on evaluation methods. Preq: PKGSC 201, 204, 206, or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 671 Wood and Paper Packaging 3(3,0) In-depth study of use of wood and paper in packaging. Covers characterization of raw materials, basic conversion processes, and the use of converted products in packaging. Emphasizes the relationship between structure, processing, and properties. Preq: PKGSC 102 or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 802 International Packaging 3(3,0) International packaging, including material, practices, machinery, marketing, and regulatory compliance principles. Preq: Consent of instructor.
PKGSC 804 Flexible Packaging 3(2,3) In-depth study of flexible, plastic-containing primary packages and the methods and materials used to manufacture them. Six representative packages are selected for discussion using a case-study approach. Guest lecturers and plant visits are used to illustrate and amplify the primary instructional materials. Preq: PKGSC 416 and 471 or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 806 Semi-Rigid Packaging 3(2,3) Semi-rigid and rigid plastic-containing primary packages and containers and the methods and materials used to manufacture them. Sx representative packages are selected for discussion using a case-study approach. Guest lectures and plant visits are used to amplify and illustrate the primary instructional materials. Preq: PKGSC 416 and 471 or consent of instructor.
PKGSC 821 Selected Problems 1-4(0,1-12) Independent research investigations in packaging science related to packaging materials, machinery, design, and applications in areas not covered in other courses. May be repeated for credit. Preq: Consent of instructor.
PKGSC 822 Selected Topics 1-4(1-4,0) Selected topics in packaging science not covered in detail or contained in other courses. May be repeated for credit. Preq: Consent of instructor.
PKGSC 851 Packaging Science Seminar 1(1,0) Current research and related developments in packaging science reviewed by faculty, students, and invited lecturers. May be repeated for a maximum of four credits. Preq: Consent of instructor.
PKGSC 891 Master's Thesis Research 1-9 Research on a master's thesis topic.