Intralogistics (5 cr)
Code: TLMM255E-0K0P1
General information
- Timing
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01.01.2020 - 31.07.2020
Implementation has ended.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5 cr
- Local portion
- 5 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Unit
- School of Technology
- Teaching languages
- English
- Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Materials
Emmett, S. 2005. Excellence in Warehouse management. Optima and contact lesson material.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Completion alternatives
Assignments and/or participation and/or exam. Required assessment items are described for each implementation alternative in beginning of the course.
Further information
The course can be taught in Finnish, where applicable.
Student workload
Planned workload per (1) course credit is 27 hours. For example in 5 credits course the workload is 135 hours. How workload is divided, depends on which implementation method has been selected.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance for the intralogistics.
2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.
4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. It also demonstrates innovation in applying what they have learned to different situations.
Teaching language
en
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of logistics practices, processes and technologies.
Content
The course covers the following main themes:
- Inventories and warehousing principles,
- Intralogistics process,
- Warehousing technology,
- Forklifts and conveyors,
- Automation and robotics in Intralogistics
Objective
When physical goods are purchased, stored or sold the performance of intralogistics always has a significant impact on the success of the stakeholders in supply chain. The principles of smart warehousing and well-working intralogistics apply to web shops, manufacturing industry, retail sector and companies providing logistics services. Suitable intralogistics processes and technologies are a competitive advantage as well in domestic markets as in global supply chains. In this course, you will get familiar with warehousing and intralogistics practices, processes and technologies that make it possible for supply chains to offer fast and high quality services.
In this course you will learn
- Meaning of intralogistics and warehousing for businesses,
- Suitability of different warehousing solutions,
- Integration of the intralogistics process with other company processes
- Principles about utilization of warehouse technology and automation
After completing this course, you will understand the basics of effective intralogistics, are able to evaluate the differences between different warehouse technologies, and know the steps and implications of an intralogistics process for other operations in supply chain.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team-working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics.