I teach across the packaging systems curriculum at Virginia Tech — from the introductory course through senior-level design and operations — for class sizes from six to fifty students, on campus and online. My courses connect theoretical foundations with real-world packaging challenges, leveraging industry partnerships and our testing facilities to give students practical, career-ready skills.

Current Courses

Fall semester

• Packaging Development — Principles and practices in developing packaging systems from concept to market.
• Packaging Distribution Systems (SBIO 3224) — Analysis of packaging performance within distribution and logistics networks.

Spring semester

• Sustainable Operations Management (SBIO 3464) — Operations management principles with a focus on sustainability in manufacturing and packaging.
• Sustainable Packaging Design (SBIO 3005/3006) — Design methodologies for creating environmentally responsible packaging solutions.

Additional Courses Taught

• Introduction to Packaging Systems & Design (SBIO 1014) — Foundational course for the packaging program.
• Computer-Aided Design in Packaging (SBIO 2004) — CAD tools for packaging engineering.
• Packaging Machinery & Production Systems (SBIO 3244) — Machinery systems, production line design, and operational efficiency.
• Packaging Supply Chain (SBIO 3264) — Packaging’s role across sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution.

Professional & Industry Education

I also develop hands-on short courses and training for industry professionals through the Center for Packaging and Unit Load Design. If your team is interested in packaging training, get in touch.