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Intralogistics (5 cr)

Code: TLLY5500-3003

General information


Enrollment

01.10.2020 - 28.02.2021

Timing

01.10.2020 - 31.05.2021

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

Teknologiayksikkö

Teaching languages

  • English

Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes

  • Logistiikka (AMK)
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Purchasing and Logistics Engineering

Teachers

  • Ville Karjalainen

Teacher in charge

Ville Pahlsten

Groups

  • ZJA20KTPLJ
    Avoin amk, TEKN, Logistiikan monimuotopolku Jyväskylä
  • LOGAKTIIVI
    Logistiikan aktiivitoteutukset

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.

Content

The course covers the following main themes:
- Inventories and warehousing principles,
- Intralogistics process,
- Warehousing technology,
- Forklifts and conveyors,
- Automation and robotics in Intralogistics

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

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.

Course includes assignments that are described in the course workspace.

Employer 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 during the course.

Exam schedules

The course does not include an exam.

Student workload

Independent studying and assignments approximately 135 hours.

Further information

Course assessment is based on assessment criteria from learning objectives. Assignments are assessed with points and maximum points of all assignments is 100.

Course grade is formed from total points of assignments (max 100p):
<50p = 0
50-59p = 1
60-69p = 2
70-79p = 3
80-89p = 4
90-100p = 5

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
You demonstrate your 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, you can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the you demonstrate 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 you demonstrate the ability to apply what you have learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the you demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. You also demonstrate innovation in applying what they have learned to different situations.

Qualifications

Basic knowledge of logistics practices, processes and technologies. You should also have good skills and motivation for independent information search and problem solving. For completing the course, the ability to apply the learned knowledge is required.