Study Guide

Implementation and methods of teaching

student is able to

• describe typical production methods in its field
• have consideration to the various requirements for production methods and materials in the design of the product
• assess the consistency of economic efficiency and material efficiency of production in the packaging sector through analyses and indicators from the perspective of sustainable development.
• understand the principles and functions of the circular economy
• to apply and identify circular economy business models and opportunities in the packaging sector.

Implementation:
- learning exercises
- lectures
- visits (depending on pandemic situation)

Timing and attendance

80% participation

Learning material and recommended literature

Upstream innovation - a guide to packaging solutions, Ellen MacArthur Foundation (2020)
Kestävä pakkaus, Suomen pakkausyhdistys ry (2021) - in finnish
The manufacturing guides: Graphics and packaging production, Rob Thompson (2012)

Alternative completion methods

independent learning task:

Reading the given materials
Essay/presentation style exercise
online exam based on learning materials

Student time use and work load

1 cr = 27 hr, 5cr=135 hr

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Sustainable design course

Assessment scale

1-5