Study Guide

Objectives

Objective of the course is to give basic understanding about different dimension of the packaging sustainability aspects.

After completing the course, the student:
• knows possibilities and options for processes modernization towards sustainability and circular economy
• can integrate the sustainability into design considering the whole value chain
• understands how changes in operational environment effects on research and development

Content

• introduction to life cycle thinking
• circular design principles of the packaging solution according to the circular economy
• operational environments and mega trends

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student recognizes the circular economy goals in the design of the packaging solution, but does not know how to justify made choices. The student knows the concept and goals of life cycle thinking. The student can name and recognize methods from the modernization of production processes to the circular economy.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student knows the principles of circular design and presents justified solution options, gives and receives feedback actively. The student can observe the packaging solution and the product as a whole and from the perspective of different parties, acts responsibly in the community. The student considers the entire value chain in design/planning to achieve the sustainable development goals and to solve problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student comprehensively understands the impacts of the circular economy in packaging solution design and processes in development. The student develops and critically evaluates new packaging solutions and brings one's expertise to the use of the team. The student analyzes packaging solutions considering the sustainable development and CE principles. The student critically evaluates the possibilities and limitations of existing packaging solutions from the point of sustainability and circular economy.