Packages and conveyors (5 cr)
Code: LO00CP84-3002
General information
Enrollment
16.12.2019 - 10.01.2020
Timing
01.01.2020 - 26.04.2020
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Department of Logistics and Marine Technology
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Jouni Ropponen
Teacher in charge
Jouni Ropponen
Groups
-
LOKT18SP
Objective
You are familiar with the most common conveyors and where they are most commonly used.
You are familiar with the significance and purpose of packaging in a logistic chain.
You are familiar with the characteristics and purpose of packaging materials.
You know how to take into account the characteristics of goods when packing them.
You are familiar with the environmental effects of conveyors and packaging in a supply chain.
Content
What are the most common types of conveyors and where are they most commonly used?
What are the objectives and purpose of packaging in a logistic chain?
What are the most common packaging materials and where are they most commonly used?
What is the purpose of planning of packaging in a logistic chain?
How does legislation affect the production and usage of packaging materials and handling of packaging waste?
What are the environmental effects of packages and conveyors in a supply chain?
Location and time
To be agreed with teacher before starting the course.
Teaching methods
Scheduled track:
According to Peppi and Tuudo.
Independent track:
Student deliveres plan created in cooperation with employer. Plan must be composed according to course contents and goals.
Blended track:
To be agreed with teacher before starting the course.
International connections
N/A
Completion alternatives
Student deliveres plan created in cooperation with employer. Plan must be composed according to course contents and goals.
Student workload
135 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Excellent (5), Good (3-4), Satisfactory (1-2), Fail (0)
Further information
No prerequisities.