2008/09 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
TRAN3040 Physical Distribution and Logistics
10 creditsClass Size: 50
Module manager: Tony Fowkes
Email: A.S.Fowkes@its.leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2008/09
This module is approved as an Elective
Module summary
This 10-credit module equips students with a broad understanding of logistics and distribution systems, as seen from the perspectives of both society and the freight industry. Both traditional and more modern systems are considered. You will learn, for example, how goods reach the supermarket shelves from suppliers the world over, and how global logistics systems are configured and managed. We also consider how improvements might be brought about, for example identifying the best combination of road, rail and shipping. The various environmental problems associated with freight transport and logistics operations are identified, and policy options for alleviating these problems are discussed. Teaching is by traditional small-group lectures supported by classes. On completion of this module, students will possess valuable skills currently much sought after by transport consultancies and governmental organisations.There are no specific prerequisites for this module but some quantitative background is necessary, such as that provided by a first-year quantitative methods module. The module assessment is 67% exam and 33% coursework. For more information please contact Tony Fowkes (A.S.Fowkes@its.leeds.ac.uk).Objectives
After completing this module, students should have a broad understanding of the logistics and distribution system from the perspectives both of society and of the freight industry.Learning outcomes
Students will gain knowlegde of GB freight and logisitcs and its' place in international distribution, including environmental aspects.
Syllabus
Elements of distribution systems, including the complete supply chain, warehouses and depots, trunk haulage and distribution systems.
Implications of Just-In-Time, lean and agile production and IT-based systems.
Freight demand analysis, including demand generation by sector, handling factors and length of haul.
Mode choice decisions - cost and quality of service factors.
Total distribution costs - depot location and stock control.
Environmental problems and ways of dealing with them.
Global supply chains and international transport.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Example Class | 4 | 1.00 | 4.00 |
Visit | 1 | 3.00 | 3.00 |
Lecture | 14 | 1.00 | 14.00 |
Private study hours | 79.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 21.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
Preparation, exercises, revision - 64 hoursCoursework - 15 hours
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Students are given sets of exercises covered later in classes to check that students are progressing.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
In-course Assessment | Varies | 33.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 33.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 1 hr 30 mins | 67.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 67.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 15/07/2010
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