Intralogistics ManagementLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: TLSS1500
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- Finnish
- English
Responsible person
- Ville Pahlsten
Objective
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Qualifications
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 36
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
TLP22S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
-
TLP25VKBachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
-
TLP24VSBachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Time and location
JAMK Kampus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Teaching is typically three lessons sessions at JAMK campus. There will be 5-7 sessions during the course.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course includes lectures and learning assignments. The assignments are described in the course workspace. All assignments are either independent or group work (as described in course workspace) and due dates are confirmed as the course progresses. Some lectures may be in Zoom, but in normal situation lessons are always face-to-face. According to JAMK's policy, class attendance is monitored.
ATTENTION! According to JAMK’s instructions, every student participating in the course must submit the first course assignment within three weeks of the start of the course. If the assignment is not submitted within this schedule, the student in question will be removed from the course.
Practical training and working life connections
During the course, the aim is to visit companies whenever possible. Fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. organised during the course can be included in the studies. This will be explained in more detail during the course.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam schedule will be told in beginning of the course.
Student workload
Lectures and other contact studies approximately 15-20 lessons.
Independent studying approximately 115-120 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 22.08.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2.5 op
Mode of delivery
50 % Face-to-face, 50 % Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 60
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
TLS22S1Logistiikka - tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
-
UTIVERKKOInstitute of New Industry, online learning (mechanical, logistics and civil engineering)
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Time and location
JAMK Kampus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Weekly 2 + 2 lessons.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Gwynne Richards, 2018 or 2021.Warehouse Management: A Complete Guide to Improving Efficiency and Minimizing Costs in the Modern Warehouse. 2018, 2021 or later published version. Ebook available in JAMK library.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course includes lectures and learning assignments. Some of the assignments are done as independent work, some during contact teaching. The assignments are described in the course workspace. All assignments are either independent or group work (as described in course workspace) and due dates are confirmed as the course progresses.
Part of the lectures may be held online.
NOTE! Students other than those in the TLS22S group can complete this course implementation entirely as online studies. The course content and tasks are then practically the same, but
- the submission schedule may be partly different,
- assignments are done as individual tasks, and
- attendance at lessons is not taken into account in the course evaluation.
ATTENTION! According to JAMK’s instructions, every student participating in the course must submit the first course assignment within three weeks of the start of the course. If the assignment is not submitted within this schedule, the student in question will be removed from the course.
Practical training and working life connections
Company visits are included to course if possible. Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail during the course
Exam dates and retake possibilities
No exam on this course implementation.
Student workload
Lectures and other contact studies approximately 30-40 lessons.
Independent studying approximately 90-100 hours.
Further information for students
TLS22S: the grade is based on the points obtained for the tasks and the hourly activity.
Online course: the grade will be based on the number of points obtained for the assignments.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Timing
19.08.2024 - 15.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
ZJAJ24KTMJAvoin Amk,Materiaalivirtojen johtaminen, monimuoto, TEKN
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course can be completed as a fully independent study. However, you have a chance to participate two teaching session (2*4 lessons) in Zoom during the course. Course can be studied based on your own schedule, but pay attention to assignments returning dates, and the end date of the course.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
No exam on this course implementation.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 14.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
TLP21S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
-
TLP23VSBachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
-
TLP24VKBachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Time and location
JAMK Kampus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Learning materials and recommended literature
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course includes lectures and learning assignments. Some of the assignment are done as independent work, some during contact teaching. The assignments are described in the course workspace. All assignments are either independent or group work (as described in course workspace) and due dates are confirmed as the course progresses.
Some lectures may be held online, but most of the lessons are in Rajakatu campus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Practical training and working life connections
Company visits are included to course if possible. Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail during the course
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam schedule will be told in beginning of the course.
Student workload
Lectures and other contact studies approximately 40 lessons.
Independent studying approximately 95 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 19.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 15
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
UTIVERKKOInstitute of New Industry, online learning (mechanical, logistics and civil engineering)
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
You will complete this course independently. Pay attention the start and end times of the course, and returning dates of assignments. This course is done fully online and without any contact lessons.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam is done online before the course ends. More detailed instructions can be found in Moodle.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
UTIVERKKOInstitute of New Industry, online learning (mechanical, logistics and civil engineering)
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
You will complete this course independently. Pay attention the start and end times of the course, and returning dates of assignments. This course is done fully online and without any contact lessons.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam is done online before the course ends. More detailed instructions can be found in Moodle.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
TLS21S1Logistiikan tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Time and location
JAMK Kampus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Learning materials and recommended literature
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2011 or 2018 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course includes lectures and learning assignments. Some of the assignment are done as independent work, some during contact teaching. The assignments are described in the course workspace. All assignments are either independent or group work (as described in course workspace) and due dates are confirmed as the course progresses.
Part of the lectures may be held online.
Practical training and working life connections
Company visits are included to course if possible. Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail during the course
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam schedule will be told in beginning of the course.
Student workload
Lectures and other contact studies approximately 40 lessons.
Independent studying approximately 95 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Timing
15.08.2023 - 17.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
ZJA23KTMJAvoin Amk,Materiaalivirtojen johtaminen, monimuoto, TEKN
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course can be completed as a fully independent study. However, you have a chance to participate two teaching session (2*4 lessons) in Zoom during the course. Course can be studied based on your own schedule, but pay attention to assignments returning dates, and the end date of the course.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam is done online before the course ends. More detailed instructions can be found in Moodle.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Teacher in charge
Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
LOGRAKVERKKOLogistiikan ja rakentamisen verkko-opetus
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
You will complete this course independently. Pay attention the start and end times of the course, and returning dates of assignments. This course is done fully online and without any contact lessons.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam is done online before the course ends. More detailed instructions can be found in Moodle.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Teacher in charge
Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
TLP23VKBachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
-
TLP20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering
-
TLP22VSBachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering (AMK) vaihto-opiskelu/Exchange studies
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Time and location
JAMK Kampus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Learning materials and recommended literature
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2018 or 2021 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course includes lectures and learning assignments. Some of the assignment are done as independent work, some during contact teaching. The assignments are described in the course workspace. All assignments are either independent or group work (as described in course workspace) and due dates are confirmed as the course progresses.
Some lectures may be held online, but most of the lessons are in Rajakatu campus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Practical training and working life connections
Company visits are included to course if possible. Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail during the course
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam schedule will be told in beginning of the course.
Student workload
Lectures and other contact studies approximately 40 lessons.
Independent studying approximately 95 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 60
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Teacher in charge
Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
TLS20S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Time and location
JAMK Kampus (Rajakatu 35, Jyväskylä).
Learning materials and recommended literature
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2011 or 2018 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
This course includes lectures and learning assignments. Some of the assignment are done as independent work, some during contact teaching. The assignments are described in the course workspace. All assignments are either independent or group work (as described in course workspace) and due dates are confirmed as the course progresses.
Part of the lectures may be held online.
Practical training and working life connections
Company visits are included to course if possible. Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail during the course
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam schedule will be told in beginning of the course.
Student workload
Lectures and other contact studies approximately 40 lessons.
Independent studying approximately 95 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 21.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Teacher in charge
Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
LOGRAKVERKKOLogistiikan ja rakentamisen verkko-opetus
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Time and location
Independent studies in Moodle.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2011 or 2018 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
You will complete this course independently. Pay attention the start and end times of the course, and returning dates of assignments. This course is done fully online and without any contact lessons.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam is done online before the course ends. More detailed instructions can be found in Moodle.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.03.2022 - 31.05.2022
Timing
01.03.2022 - 31.08.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Teacher in charge
Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
LOGAKTIIVILogistiikan aktiivitoteutukset
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2011 or 2018 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
You will complete this course independently. Pay attention the start and end times of the course, and returning dates of assignments. This course is done fully online and without any contact lessons.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam is done online before the course ends. More detailed instructions can be found in Moodle.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.
Enrollment
01.10.2021 - 28.02.2022
Timing
01.10.2021 - 31.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics
Teachers
- Ville Pahlsten
Teacher in charge
Ville Pahlsten
Groups
-
LOGAKTIIVILogistiikan aktiivitoteutukset
Objectives
Intralogistics management plays an important role in the quest for fast and high-quality service in supply chains. The requirements of leadership and managerial skills are emphasized in intralogistics managers’ daily work, as the field of operation is very wide and requires knowledge of eg. personnel management, occupational safety, operational and process development and cost management. In this course you will learn different areas of intralogistics management, their meanings, impacts and development opportunities.
In this course you will learn
- basics of people leading skills,
- ways to improve intralogistics and processes,
- measuring performance and use of key performance indicators as a management tool,
- intralogistics costs calculation,
- work safety management and
- intralogistics outsourcing
By completing this course, you will understand the needs and requirements of intralogistics management. You will get skills and competencies to develop as a manager, and knowledge how to use key performance indicators as part of process and operational development. In addition, completing the course will give you the skills to make cost estimates related to intralogistics and examine the productivity of investments and processes.
Competences: intralogistics, engineering practice, communication and team working.
Learning outcome: You will understand the key concepts and theories of intralogistics management.
Content
The course covers the following main themes from the perspective of intralogistics management:
- Leading people,
- development of operations and processes,
- occupational safety management,
- costs, investments and outsourcing
- measurement and use of key performance indicators.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature related to the course:
Richards, Gwynne. Warehouse management : a complete guide to improving efficiency and minimizing costs in the modern warehouse. 2011 or 2018 published book or e-book.
Lecture materials related to the course can be found in the course workspace. Relevant open-source online material can also be used.
Teaching methods
You will complete this course independently. Pay attention the start and end times of the course, and returning dates of assignments. This course is done fully online and without any contact lessons.
Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.
Practical training and working life connections
Trade fairs, seminars, webinars, etc. that take place during the course can be included in the course. This will be discussed in more detail in Moodle workspace.
Exam dates and retake possibilities
Exam is done online before the course ends. More detailed instructions can be found in Moodle.
Student workload
Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1 Sufficient: 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 management of 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.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
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.
Evaluation 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.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of intralogistics practices, processes and technologies.