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Description of Individual Course Units
| Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | Type of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | Number of ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6013001202021 | PACKAGING | 1 | 2 | 2,00 |
Level of Course Unit
Önlisans
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to provide students with information about the production, properties, usage areas and interactions with food of materials used in food packaging.
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
| 1 | Understanding the relationships between the protective functions of packaging and packaging materials and food spoilag |
| 2 | To be able to have knowledge about the selection of appropriate packaging materials and packaging methods that minimize quality losses in foods. |
| 3 | Ability to have general knowledge about packaging materials |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisities and Co-Requisities
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None
Content of the Course
Packaging, packaging and expectations from packaging, food spoilage, glass packaging, paper, cardboard and corrugated cardboard packaging, wooden packaging, aluminum packaging, tin packaging, plastics and plastic-based packaging materials, multi-layer packaging materials, packaging in tin cans and glass jars, packaging technology with film (foil)-based materials.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subjects (Theoretical) | Teaching Methods | Preparatory |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Packaging, packaging and expectations from packaging | ||
| 2 | Food spoilage | ||
| 3 | Glass packaging | ||
| 4 | Paper, cardboard and corrugated cardboard packaging | ||
| 5 | Paper, cardboard and corrugated cardboard packaging | ||
| 6 | Wooden packaging | ||
| 7 | Aluminum packaging | ||
| 8 | Mid-term exam | ||
| 9 | Tin packages | ||
| 10 | Plastics and plastic-based packaging materials | ||
| 11 | Plastics and plastic-based packaging materials | ||
| 12 | Multi-layer packaging materials | ||
| 13 | Multi-layer packaging materials | ||
| 14 | Packaging in tin cans and glass jars | ||
| 15 | Packaging technology with film (foil) based materials | ||
| 16 | Final exam |
Text Book / Material / Recommended Resources
1. Üçüncü, M., 2000. Gıdaların Ambalajlanması. Ege Üniversitesi Basımevi, Bornova-İzmir. 689 sayfa. 2. Mehenktaş, C., 2020. Ambalajlama Ders Notları. 57 sayfa.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
- Lectures using Powerpoint presentations and videos related to the subject - Introducing sample packaging materials to students in the classroom environment - Organizing technical trips in appropriate periods - Sharing course videos and resources through Egeders
Assessment Methods and Criteria
| Term (or Year) Learning Activities | Quantity | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | |
| End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities | Quantity | Weight |
| Final Examination | 1 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | |
| Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 40 | |
| End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 60 | |
Work Pacement(s)
None
Workload Calculation
| Activities | Number | Time (hours) | Total Work Load (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Attending Lectures | 6 | 2 | 12 |
| Report Preparation | 2 | 15 | 30 |
| Individual Study for Mid term Examination | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Individual Study for Final Examination | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Reading | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Work Load (hours) | 65 | ||
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| PO 1 | PO 2 | PO 3 | PO 4 | PO 5 | PO 6 | PO 7 | PO 8 | PO 9 | PO 10 | PO 11 | PO 12 | PO 13 | |
| LO 1 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |||||||||
| LO 2 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |||||||
| LO 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
* Contribution Level: 1 Very low 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Very High