2015/16 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
TRAN5162M Green Logistics
15 creditsClass Size: 50
Module manager: Anthony Whiteing
Email: A.E.Whiteing@its.leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2015/16
Pre-requisite qualifications
Any student at this University on a programme with analytical contact will benefit from this module. Please contact the module team to discuss.This module is mutually exclusive with
TRAN3040 | Physical Distribut & Logistics |
Module replaces
TRAN5161MThis module is approved as an Elective
Module summary
The module re-appraises supply chain logistics using the latest thinking and endeavours to offer possibilities to reduce the environmental impact.Objectives
The module is designed to help students who aspire to work in planning, policymaking and consultancy roles in which they will need up-to-date knowledge of best practice in reducing the environmental problems associated with freight and logistics activities.Learning outcomes
Students will have a good understanding of how supply chains currently work, and how they might be improved for the benefit of the environment and society, now and in the future.
Syllabus
The module will consider relevant aspects of logistics and supply chain management, including: vehicle utilisation; vehicle routing; fuel efficiency and use of alternative fuels; moving to greener modes; reverse logistics ('returns' and waste management); the 'food miles' debate, reducing the environmental impact of warehousing; greener city logistics; the role of e-logistics; methods of carbon auditing; the role of the government in green logistics.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 7 | 2.00 | 14.00 |
Seminar | 3 | 2.00 | 6.00 |
Private study hours | 130.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 20.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 |
Private study
Students will prepare for a group presentation at each of the seminars, one unassessed, two assessed (10 x 3 hours) and engage in general background reading (64 hours)Preparation of 2 courseworks, 20 hours each (40 hours)
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Via the three seminars. Non-attendance will be followed up.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Essay | 2,000 words | 40.00 |
Essay | 2,000 words | 40.00 |
Presentation | Group Presentation | 10.00 |
Presentation | Group Presentation | 10.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Resit on the anniversary, with 2 essays counting for 100%
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 30/07/2012
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