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2021/22 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 2021/22
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.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 engage in general background readingPreparation of 2 courseworks, 20 hours each
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 | 50.00 |
Essay | 2,000 words | 50.00 |
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: 30/06/2021 16:26:24
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