Program Overview
San José State University's Bachelor of Science in Packaging program offers a comprehensive education in packaging science, combining engineering, design, and management principles. Students gain expertise in packaging materials, machinery, and design, preparing them for careers in package design, engineering, and related fields in the packaging industry. The program emphasizes industry-focused training and includes core courses in nutrition, food science, and packaging technology.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Science in Packaging program at San José State University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of packaging as a multidisciplinary field. The program emphasizes industry-focused scientific and methodological training in areas such as:
- Engineering
- Graphic design
- Project management
- Advertising
- Material science
Outline:
Core Courses (13 units)
- Introduction to Human Nutrition
- Professionalism in Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging
- Food Microbiology
- Field Experience in Nutrition and Food Science and Packaging Technology
- Principles of Packaging
Packaging Requirements (39 units)
- Food Processing and Packaging I
- Food Processing Laboratory
- Hunger and Environmental Nutrition
- Artios CAD for Packaging
- SolidWorks for Packaging
- Packaging Materials I (Paper, Metal, and Wood-Based)
- Packaging Materials II (Plastics, Composites, and Glass)
- Packaging for Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals
- Packaging Machinery Systems
- Protective Package Design and Testing
- Packaging Material Handling and Distribution
- Hazardous Materials Packaging
- Food Packaging and Preservation
Careers:
Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Packaging from San José State University are well-prepared for a variety of careers in packaging, including:
- Package design
- Packaging engineering
- Product management
- Supply chain management
- Quality control
- Regulatory affairs