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Course Introduction Information


Code - Course Title	ENT3508 - Packaging Design Studio
Course Type	Area Elective Courses
Language of Instruction	Türkçe
Laboratory + Practice	2+1
ECTS	6.0
Course Instructor(s)	ÖĞRETİM GÖREVLİSİ MEHMET EMİN ARSLAN
Mode of Delivery	Face to Face
Prerequisites	Product Design IProduct Design II
Courses Recomended	Product Design IProduct Design II
Required or Recommended Resources	Packaging of the Worldhttps://www.packagingoftheworld.comThe Dielinehttps://thedieline.comPackaging Europehttps://www.packagingeurope.comPackworldhttps://www.packworld.comMaterial ConneXionhttps://materialconnexion.com
Recommended Reading List	‘Packaging Design: Successful Product Branding from Concept to Shelf’ – Marianne R. Klimchuk & Sandra A. KrasovecExamines the dimensions of brand communication, aesthetics and functionality in packaging in an academic format.‘Fundamentals of Packaging Technology’ – Walter SorokaA comprehensive basic resource on packaging materials, techniques and standards.‘The Big Book of Packaging’ – Will Burke, Lisa Baer, Joseph D’AngeloOffers rich visual content on packaging examples, design trends and innovative applications.‘Package Design Workbook’ – Steven DuPuis & John SilvaIt explains the packaging design process step by step and includes project examples suitable for studio classes.‘Sustainable Packaging’ – Wendy JedlickaIt focuses on sustainable material use, environmental impacts, and circular design principles.‘The Art of Color: The Subjective Experience and Objective Rationale of Color’ – Johannes IttenA classic reference for colour theory, colour psychology, and design applications.‘Intelligent Packaging for the Global Food Industry’ – E. Kerry, P. ButlerFocuses on smart packaging technologies, sensors, freshness indicators, and functional solutions.
Assessment methods and criteria	1. Midterm Exam Submission: 40%2. Final Submission: 60%
Work Placement	N/A
Sustainability Development Goals

Content

Weeks	Topics
Week - 1	Introduction to Packaging Design, its functions, sustainability and the effects of digitalisation
Week - 2	Simple Packaging Applications, Label, form, material selection and design relationships; initial sketches and idea development work
Week - 3	Material Presentations, Sustainable alternatives: bioplastics, recycled materials, smart materials
Week - 4	Ergonomics in Packaging Design, User experience, ease of opening, functionality; ergonomics testing
Week - 5	Balancing Function and Aesthetics in Design, Balancing functional solutions with aesthetic design, example analyses
Week - 6	I. Midterm Project Submission - ProCarton International Student Competition
Week - 7	Smart Packaging Presentation; Interactive packaging solutions, QR/NFC/RFID technologies, sensor-equipped, freshness indicator, smart packaging that communicates with the user
Week - 8	Creativity in Material Selection, Concept development workshop with innovative and environmentally friendly materials
Week - 9	Packaging and Colour, Colour psychology, colour selection appropriate for the target audience, brand communication
Week - 10	Sustainable Design Approaches Circular economy, zero-waste principles, reusable packaging designs
Week - 11	Project critique for the National Student Competition for Packaging Design I
Week - 12	Project critique for the National Student Competition for Packaging Design II
Week - 13	Project critique for the National Student Competition for Packaging Design III
Week - 14	Final Project Presentations Students present their concepts, prototypes, and user test reports

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Teaching Methods
Lecture
Discussion
Question & Answer
Team/Group Work
Demonstration
Problem Solving
Brain Storming
Proje Design/Management
Competences
Productive
True to core values
Rational
Questoning
Entrepreneur
Creative
Follow ethical and moral rules
Civic awareness
Effective use of Turkish
Environmental awareness
Work in teams
Use time effectively
Eleştirel düşünebilme
Abstract analysis and synthesis
Problem solving
Concern for quality
Information Management
To work autonomously
Decision making
To work in interdisciplinary projects
Project Design and Management
To work in international projects

Assessment Methods

Assessment Method and Passing Requirements
	Quamtity	Percentage (%)
Toplam (%)		0