Overview

The Diploma in Packaging Technology is internationally recognised as the premier qualification for packaging professionals, acknowledging the high standards of knowledge and skills required in a very large, diverse and important industry.

The Diploma is validated by the Packaging Industry Awarding Body Company (PiABC), which is the professional body for packaging and related industries. It promotes excellence via education, training and design competitions.

The course covers all aspects of packaging technology and provides a sound knowledge base for those employed as packaging technologists, purchasing managers, production managers, quality, technical and environmental managers or related disciplines. Participants should have an interest in packaging.

Course Duration and Structure

The course is run over 22 days in an 18-month period, with classes being held one day a month. The course is structured around 16 modules with two revision sessions for examination preparation included.

Course Content

• Fundamentals of Packaging
• Printing & Decoration
• Metals
• Legislation
• Glass
• Packaging Machinery
• Paper & Board
• Warehousing & Distribution
• Plastics
• Commercial Aspects of Packaging
• Closures
• Quality Aspects of Packaging
• Ancillary Packaging
• Environmental Aspects of Packaging
• Packaging Design & Marketing
• Packaging Development

Course Cost

For information on course cost contact the Course Manager.

Course Delivery

At Loughry, a great deal of emphasis is placed on the importance of business orientation. We achieve this through factory visits and practical work in our packaging facilities. We also regularly organise seminars where packaging specialists brief participants on developments within the industry.

Entry Requirements

Applications are considered on an individual basis, however, participants should ideally be working within the packaging industry.