1. Semester LectureSWSECTSFundamentals of Business Administration ILVFundamentals of Business Administration ILVLector: Mag. Gernot Marecek2SWS4ECTS24Chemistry in Packaging Technology ILVChemistry in Packaging Technology ILVLector: Dr. Christian Kirchnawy, Bernhard Rainer, MSc3SWS6ECTS36Chemical Laboratory Exercises UEChemical Laboratory Exercises UELector: Dipl.-Ing.in Elisabeth Pinter, BSc, Bernhard Rainer, MSc2SWS4ECTS24Fundamentals of Packaging Materials and their Manufacturing ILVFundamentals of Packaging Materials and their Manufacturing ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Johannes Bergmair3SWS6ECTS36Fundamentals of Packaging Technology ILVFundamentals of Packaging Technology ILVLector: FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich3SWS6ECTS36Accounting and Controlling ILVAccounting and Controlling ILVLector: Mag. Jacqueline Dyadio2SWS4ECTS24
2. Semester LectureSWSECTSPhysics in Packaging Technology ILVPhysics in Packaging Technology ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Simon Krauter, BSc2SWS4ECTSLecture contentsMeasuring and physical units mechanics: kinetics • work, energy, momentum, power • friction • rranslation and rotation Heat: • heat energy and temperature • kinetic gas theory • aggregate state of matterAssessment methodsIntegrated course with immanent examinations Assigned work task (30 P), student participation/intermediate exams (30 P), final written examination (40 P) 100 P, 60 P to passTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.LanguageGerman24Introduction to IT in Companies ILVIntroduction to IT in Companies ILVLector: Dipl.-Kfm. Daniel Walkiewicz1SWS2ECTSLecture contentsIn this course an overview is given concerning business IT in the context of the packaging industry: + trends, products and typical software + tools to support processes with software + successful implementation of softwareAssessment methods100 points, positive > 60 pointsTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student discussion and E-learning-units.LanguageGerman12Filling-Good-Characteristics and Requirements ILVFilling-Good-Characteristics and Requirements ILVLector: FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich3SWS6ECTSLecture contentsIn this course an overview is given of the most important food ingredients and basic food chemistry. In focus are mechanisms of food degradation and procedures and technologies to maintain the qualitiy level of foodstuffs and prolong shelf life. Requirements of foodstuffs on packaging are deducted from degradation mechanisms for the most important food groups. In addition to foodstuffs requirements of pharmaceuticals, chemical products and cosmetics on packaging are discussed.Assessment methodsIntegrated course with immanent examinations. 100 points, 60 points to passTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.LanguageGerman36Microbiological Laboratory Exercises UEMicrobiological Laboratory Exercises UELector: Dipl.-Ing.in Elisabeth Pinter, BSc1SWS2ECTSLecture contentsIn this practical course you will learn how to prepare stained samples for bacteria and yeasts for microscopic determination and how to use the microscope. You will gain pratical knowledge on principle techniques for the cultivation and determination of microorganisms. Especially, you will learn how to examine different packaging materials for thier microbial load.Assessment methods100 points, 60 points to pass.Teaching methodsThis course is a practical training. Students will work on predefined tasks.LanguageGerman12Microbiology and Hygiene VOMicrobiology and Hygiene VOLector: FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich1SWS2ECTSLecture contentsIn this course you will get basic knowledge about cell building and cell structure, habitats of microorganisms, as well as about areas of application for microorganisms. You will learn about metabolic pathways of bacteria. Another focus will be on visualisation via microscopy, and on basic techniques regarding cultivation and determination of microorganisms. Moreover, some information will be given on the term "hygiene".Assessment methodsIntegrated course with immanent examinations. 100 points, 60 points to passTeaching methodsThis course is designed as a lecture. Thus, lectures by the teacher will be combined with students´work (e-learning) und presentations by students. Moreover, the students will be encouraged by the lecturer to ask critical questions.LanguageGerman12Filling and Packaging Technology ILVFilling and Packaging Technology ILVLector: Ing. Peter Kerstan3SWS6ECTSLecture contents- Physical characteristics of filling goods - Dosing technology - Filling machines and filling techniques - Industrial Handling - Closure techniques - Hygienic Design and cleaning - Aseptic processing - Packaging techniques and creation of load units - Load securingAssessment methodsIntegrated course with immanent examinations; Teamwork (25 P), Presentation of the teamwork (15 P), Participation (20 P), final written exam (40 P) 100 P, 60 P to passTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, integrated workshops, preparation of a teamwork including presentation by the students.LanguageGerman36Qualitymanagement and Occupational Safety ILVQualitymanagement and Occupational Safety ILVLector: Lukas Weiss, MSc1.5SWS3ECTSLecture contentsThis course will give you an overview of the two topics quality management and occupational safety. The topic quality management mainly focuses on quality management systems such as ISO 9001. In addition, you will learn about basics, meaning and concepts of quality management and well-known quality philosophers. Furthermore, problem-solving methods and basic quality tools as well as methods of quality management are covered. The second topic focuses the Employee Protection Act and provides you with an insight into operational implementation of security measures.Assessment methodsA total of 100 points can be achieved. From 60 points the ILV is positively completed.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, single work and teamwork as well as E-learning-units.LanguageGerman1.53Advanced Quality Management ILVAdvanced Quality Management ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Johannes Bergmair1.5SWS3ECTSLecture contentsSpecial Qualitymanagmentsytems for packaging producer and fillers in th sector of food packaging • legal basics and standards • specifications • hygiene management • HACCP and GMP • certification systems • audits (internal and external)Assessment methodsIntegrated course with immanent examinations. 100 points, 60 points to pass.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.LanguageGerman1.53Team and Leadership ILVTeam and Leadership ILVLector: Martin Musil1SWS2ECTSLecture contentsDimensions of leadership (D.Goleman) Management styles - the correct leadership stylel Management by objectives Agreeing on objectives Employee motivation - (how) does it work? Stages of team development Teambuilding Team role typology Characteristics of High Performing Teams Decision making (Vroom-Yetton normative decision model) Management communication Feedback as a management toolAssessment methodsIntegrated course with immanent examinations. 100 points, 60 points to pass.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, reflection, model analysis, applying a self-assessment tool and teambuilding activities.LanguageGerman12
3. Semester LectureSWSECTSPrinting Technology ILVPrinting Technology ILVLector: Ing. Franz König, BEd2SWS4ECTS24Glass ILVGlass ILVLector: Bernhard Huber, Dipl.-Ing. Christoph Schipfer2.5SWS5ECTS2.55Metal ILVMetal ILVLector: FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich, Ing. Bernd Henzinger, Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Martin Kornfeld, MBA2.5SWS5ECTS2.55Operational and Commercial Excellence ILVOperational and Commercial Excellence ILVLector: Mag. Jacqueline Dyadio2SWS4ECTS24Operational Controlling ILVOperational Controlling ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Johannes Sailer1SWS2ECTS12Paper ILVPaper ILVLector: Univ.-Doz. Mag. Dr. Manfred Tacker2SWS4ECTS24Paper Converting ILVPaper Converting ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Florian Dorner3SWS6ECTS36
4. Semester LectureSWSECTSRecycling and Waste Management ILVRecycling and Waste Management ILVLector: Marina Kreuzinger, BSc MSc, Univ.-Doz. Mag. Dr. Manfred Tacker2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contentsRecycling technology: • Mechanical, physical and chemical processes • Recycling of metals • Recycling of papers or cartons • Recycling of plastics • Recycling of glas Waste Management: • Conception of waste • Gathering and transport • Waste treatment and garbage disposal • Legal circumstances Case Study: Recycling and exemplary concepts for waste management in the field of packagingAssessment methodsImmanent lecture with final exam. Overall 100 points can be achieved. Students need to achieve at least 60 points to be positive.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.2.55Plastics ILVPlastics ILVLector: Marina Kreuzinger, BSc MSc, Univ.-Doz. Mag. Dr. Manfred Tacker2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contents- chemical and physical properties of plastics - material-properties of plastics - testing of plastics - additives - composites - stabilization and ageing - plastics manufacturing - sustainability and resource utilization - biopolymersAssessment methods100 P, 60 P to passTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.2.55Plastics Converting ILVPlastics Converting ILVLector: Dr. Christian Martschitsch2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contentsmethods for plastic processing: • extrusion • injection molding • thermoforming • blowmoulding • other processes production of laminates: • multifilm laminates • food carton • laminates >printing and coating >case studiesAssessment methods100 P, 60 P to passTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.2.55Sustainability and Packaging ILVSustainability and Packaging ILVLector: Anna-Sophia Bauer, MSc, FH-Prof.in DIin DIin Dr.in Victoria Krauter2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contents>Definition and principles of sustainability >Integration of social (people), ecological (planet) and economic (profit) responsibility >Sustainable development and business ethics >Sustainability and Packaging • Life cycle assessment throughout the entire supply chain • Sustainability and design • Packaging sustainability framework • Sustainable packaging materials • Reuse and recovery • Sustainable business strategy >Case study: sustainable packagingAssessment methodsA total of 100 points can be achieved. From 60 points the ILV is positively completed.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.2.55Inspection Technology ILVInspection Technology ILVLector: DI (FH) Michael Auer, MSc, FH-Prof.in DIin DIin Dr.in Victoria Krauter3SWS6ECTSLecture contents>Testing technology • Physical procedures • Chemical procedures • Biological procedures • Miscellaneous >Fundamental knowledge in material testing • Glass • Metal • Paper and board • Plastics and composites >Testing of the entire packaging system >Standards and regulations >Damage analysisAssessment methodsA total of 100 points can be achieved. From 60 points the ILV is positively completed.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.36Packaging Legislation ILVPackaging Legislation ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Johannes Bergmair2SWS4ECTSLecture contents-Overview of national and international legislations -Food law for food contact materials -Law for Waste management and chemicals -Packaging law -Product liabilityAssessment methods100 points, pass at 60 pointsTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, workshops, student presentations and E-learning-units.24
5. Semester LectureSWSECTSBachelorthesis SEBachelorthesis SELector: FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich2SWS10ECTS210Professional Traineeship PRProfessional Traineeship PRLector: FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich0SWS19ECTS019Reflection of Professional Traineeship SEReflection of Professional Traineeship SELector: FH-Prof.in Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich1SWS1ECTS11
6. Semester LectureSWSECTS Ecodesign ILV 2.55 Conversation and Negotiation Skills ILV 12 Interdisciplinary Project in Packaging Development and Design ILV 612 Sales and Key-Account-Management ILV 24 Purchasing and Supply Chain Management ILV 1.53 Marketing of consumer products and industrial goods ILV 24
> FH-Prof.in DIin DIin Dr.in Victoria Krauter Head of Competence Center for Sustainable and Future Oriented Packaging Solutions, Endowed Professor for Sustainable and Future-Oriented Packaging Solutions