• Intralogistics (TLLY5500-3022),
         28.08.2023 – 19.12.2023,  5 cr  (TLS23KMM, ...) — Face-to-face, Online learning +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    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.
    Prerequisites and co-requisites
    Basic knowledge of logistics practices, processes and technologies. Participant 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.
    Course contents
    The course covers the following main themes:
    - Inventories and warehousing principles,
    - Intralogistics process,
    - Warehousing technology,
    - Forklifts and conveyors,
    - Automation and robotics in Intralogistics
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2
    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 - grade 3 and 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.
    Assessment criteria - grade 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.
    Language of instruction

    English

    Location and time

    Zoom and independent studying (roughly 4 hours each time). Dates for Zoom lessons are confirmed before course starts. Any changes on these dates will be informed to those who have enrolled to course. Participating these lessons in voluntary.

    Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

    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.

    Assignments are done as independent work. The assignments are described in the course workspace. All assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (described in course workspace) and their due dates will be confirmed in course workspace in Moodle.

    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.

    Lecturer(s)

    Ville Pahlsten

    Working life cooperation

    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.

    Campus

    Main Campus

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    No exam in this course. Grades are based on the assignments returned during the course.

    Timing

    28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023

    Learning assignments and student workload

    Online lecturing 8 lessons.
    Independent studying about 127 hours.

    Enrollment

    01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023

    Groups
    • TLS23KMM
    • ZJATLS23KMM
    Seats

    0 - 40

    Degree Programme

    Bachelor's Degree Programme in Logistics

    Mode of delivery

    Face-to-face, Online learning

    Share of virtual studies

    4 cr

    Credits
    • 5 cr
    Unit

    School of Technology