2024-2025 Academic Catalog

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Packaging Systems & Design (PSD) Minor

The minor in Packaging Systems and Design requires the completion of 18 credit hours with at least 6 at the 3000 or 4000 level as follows:

Required Minor Courses
SBIO 2004Computer-Aided Design in Packaging3
SBIO 2104Principles of Packaging3
SBIO 3124Paper and Paperboard Packaging3
SBIO 3224Packaging Distribution Systems3
Subtotal12
Elective Courses
Select two of the following:6
Structure and Properties of Sustainable Biomaterials
Packaging Polymers and Production
Packaging Design for Global Distribution
Food and Health Care Packaging
Industrial Packaging Systems
Subtotal6
Total Credits18

All courses must be taken on the letter grade (A/F) option. A minimum GPA of 2.00 is required for all courses taken in the minor.

Some courses listed on this checksheet may have prerequisites, please consult the University Course Catalog or check with your advisor.