PK 000PACKAGING DESIGN1-3
1 lab hour
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
Fashion Institute of Technology · Courses
PK
23 courses with the subject PK, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PK 211Introduction to Packaging Design1.5
3 lab hours An introduction to the field of packaging design, covering branding, graphics, materials, technology, and typography. This studio course focuses on design phases from concept to three- dimensional comprehensives, and includes field trips and guest lecturers.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 1.5
- Credits (max)
- 1.5
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 212Foundation in Three-Dimensional Design for Consumer Packaging2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours With a focus on three-dimensional conceptual design, students learn the basics of how packaging design professionals create innovative forms that have visual impact within the retail area. They experiment with a variety of packaging materials, as well as recycled and sustainable solutions.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 216Foundation in Packaging Design2
GENERAL EDUCATION choice - see Requirements/Natural Science 3 choice - see Requirements 3 Semester 4 Credits MAJOR AREA CD 217 - Capstone Design Studio 3
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 302Packaging Design for Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours For Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing students. This hands-on course introduces the principles of packaging design for cosmetics and fragrance products. Students learn about brand identity, packaging design systems, materials, and the relationship between packaging and cosmetic and fragrance retailing. Prerequisite(s): CM 341. 466 Courses and Departments
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 315Digital Prepress for Packaging Design2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours This course introduces students to digital mechanical art creation specifically for packaging design. Students learn file management, printing methods, color processes, packaging substrates, and how a packaging design moves from design approval to mechanical art creation.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 317Design Process3
3 lecture hours This lecture-based course examines the packaging design process as the means by which marketing strategy and the goal of putting the packaged product into the hands of consumers is translated. Emphasis is placed on all aspects of how a clear and effective design process is the essential foundation to meeting the goal of developing packaging designs that are effective sales tools. Co-Requisite(s): PK 318.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 318Design Process Studio3
6 lab hours The studio environment is central to an education in packaging design. Students explore the packaging design methodology and discover techniques and approaches that form their individual design process. They demonstrate knowledge gathered in their fifth semester courses and utilize the studio method of learning. Co-Requisite(s): PK 317.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 319Strategic Design Studio3
6 lab hours Students learn how the formulation and development of ideas takes shape from the foundation of research, exploration and investigation, and how the formation of a packaging design strategy can achieve visual problem-solving goals. They learn how a clearly articulated and defined strategy facilitates the design process and serves the objective of a successful packaging design. Corequisite(s): PK 354.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 325Brand Identity Design for Consumer Products2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours This course is designed to explore all aspects of brand identity design for consumer products. Through assignments, exercises, and lectures, students develop an understanding of how professional designers develop and apply brand identities. Students explore how typographic decision-making and design strategies affect the communication of the brand identity. Corequisite(s): PK 317.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 341Digital Tools I2
RELATED AREA CT 332 - Motion Graphics for Designers 3 LIBERAL ARTS choice - see Requirements: Liberal Arts/English 3 Semester 6 Credits MAJOR AREA PK 319 - Strategic Design Studio 3
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 342Digital Tools II2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours An advanced studio to utilize an advanced approach to master the digital design tools for packaging design. Students are pushed to unleash creativity and transform design concepts into powerful communication vehicles for a brand. Prerequisite(s): PK 341 Co-requisite(s): PK 354. 2026-27 Undergraduate Catalog 467
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 343Explorations in 3D2
4 lab hours This course challenges students to consider the transition of taking two-dimensional design explorations into a three-dimensional representation. Experimentation with materials, methods and technology are key components of this studio course. Corequisite(s): PK 319.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 354Design Strategy3
LIBERAL ARTS choice - see Requirements: Liberal Arts/History of Art 3 choice - see Requirements 3 Semester 7 Credits MAJOR AREA PK 315 - Digital Prepress for Packaging Design 2
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 361Packaging Design: Global Perspectives3
3 lecture hours Students experience the business of branding and packaging design in Europe through on-site lectures, seminars, tours, presentations at design consultancies, manufacturers, marketers, museums, suppliers and retailers. They learn the design process, profession, marketing, and retailing from an international perspective.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 403Packaging for the Toy Designer2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Emphasizes conceptual and mechanical toy packaging development, introducing students to types of packaging and constructions used in the toy industry. Environmental and safety issues are considered in addition to study of marketing, trends, and consumer motivation. Prerequisite(s): all seventh-semester Toy Design courses or approval of chairperson.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 413Sustainable Packaging Design Development3
6 lab hours In this studio course, students are actively engaged in applying research and knowledge on the complex issues of sustainable packaging design. Using industry guidelines, systems thinking, and a strategic design approach, designers will be able to make sustainable decisions on materials choices and production methodologies with the tools to address environmental considerations in a creative, responsible, and economical way.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 418Experiential Brand Design Studio3
6 lab hours Students explore experiential brand design as a cross-media activity that encourages interaction and direct physical immersion into a brand. The designers apply best practices and innovation and work individually and in teams to follow realistic design objectives to translate campaigns and/or new products into interactive experiences for consumers.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 427Designer's Portfolio3
6 lab hours This capstone course is designed for students majoring in Packaging Design to successfully prepare, plan, design and consider their own professional goals and objectives. Career options, resume and portfolio preparation and design projects to broaden and enhance the portfolio are covered.
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 431Sustainable Packaging Design2
1 lecture and 2 lab hours Students learn the fundamentals of sustainable design for brand packaging design, including best practices, environmental and social issues, industry terminology, characteristics of sustainable materials, life cycle analysis, the packaging scorecard and the myriad of materials, technologies, guidelines and regulations. The application of this knowledge is applied to create positive change. 468 Courses and Departments
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 2
- Credits (max)
- 2
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 463Professional Practice3
RELATED AREA choice - see Requirements: Related Area Elective(s) 2 LIBERAL ARTS choice - see Requirements: Liberal Arts/History of Art 3 Semester 8 Credits MAJOR AREA PK 427 - Designer's Portfolio 3
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 491Internship3
RELATED AREA choice - see Requirements: Related Area Elective(s) 2 LIBERAL ARTS choice - see Requirements 6 ELECTIVE choice - General Elective 2
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
PK 499Independent Study in Packaging Design1-3
Prerequisite(s): a minimum 3.5 GPA and approval of instructor, chairperson, and dean for Art and Design. PL: Philosophy
- Subject
- PK
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027-undergraduate
- Source
- catalog.fitnyc.edu
Source: Fashion Institute of Technology's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61