Course code TraZ5007
Credit points 3
Fundamentals of Logistics
Total Hours in Course81
Number of hours for lectures18
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes6
Independent study hours57
Date of course confirmation21.09.2011
Responsible UnitInstitute of Engineering and Energetics
Course developer
prof.
Gints Birzietis
Dr. sc. ing.
Course abstract
The aim of this study course is to learn basics of logistics, acquire knowledge about essence of logistics and their concepts. Additionally there are analyzed core components of logistics, as well as management. The course also deals with number of important logistics elements – transportation, order processing, inventory management, warehouse facilities, packaging and material handling as well as management, control and planning.
Learning outcomes and their assessment
Knowledge. Understand the essence of the logistics, basic components and functions within the logistics chain – tests 1-5.
Skills. Able to link the supply of goods as well as expenses in a single chain or process from raw material to final consumer – practical works.
Competences. Able to apply the logistic approach for improvement the supply of goods – practical works.
Course Content(Calendar)
1. The concept and essence of logistics (2h lecture).
2. Internal and external environment of logistics (1h lecture).
3. Flows in the logistics chain (1h lecture, 1h practical work).
4. Supply logistics (2h lecture).
5. Production logistics (1h lecture, 1h practical work).
6. Product in logistics (1h lecture, 1h practical work).
7. Distribution logistics (1h lecture).
8. Service logistics (1h lecture).
9. Transport logistics (1h lecture, 1h practical work).
10. Order processing and execution (1h lecture).
11. Inventory management (1h lecture, 1h practical work).
12. Warehouse management (2h lecture, 1h practical work).
13. Wrapping and packaging, cargo handling (1h lecture).
14. Information provision and financial flows in logistics (1h lecture).
15. Logistics management (1h lecture).
16. Monitoring and evaluation (1h lecture).
Requirements for awarding credit points
Successfully written all the tests and practical works. Type of exam – accumulative exam.
Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work
Preparation for practical work and tests
Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes
The assessment of the study course is based on the average arithmetic result of all the written tests during the semester.
Compulsory reading
1. Praude V. Loģistika. Rīga: Vaidelote, 2013. 560 lpp.
2. Praude V., Beļčikovs J. Loģistika. Rīga: Vaidelote, 2003. 541 lpp.
3. Sprancmanis N. Biznesa loģistika. Rīga: Vaidelote, 2003. 359 lpp.
4. Ķēniņš-Kings G. Modernā apgāde labāk, lētāk un laikā. Rīga: Valters un Rapa, 2000. 238 lpp.
5. Handbook of Logistics and Supply-Chain Management. Volume 2. Ed. by A.M.Brewer, K.J.Button, D.A.Hensher. Amsterdam: Pergamon, 2001. 545 p.
Further reading
1. Krūmiņš N. Rokasgrāmata loģistikas sistēmu vadīšanai. Rīga: Petrovskis & Co, LR Ekonomikas Ministrija, 2004. 153 lpp.
2. Ballou R. H. Business logistics management. Planning, organizing and controlling the supply chain. 4th international ed. Upper Saddle River, New Yersey: Prentice - Hall International, 1999. 681 p.
3. Christopher M. Logistics and supply chain management :strategies for reducing cost and improving service. London: Finacial Times Prentice Hall, 1998. 294 p.
Periodicals and other sources
1. Dienas Bizness: nedēļas laikraksts: Latvijas biznesa avīze. Rīga: Diena: Dagens Industri, 2005-. ISSN 1407-2041
Notes
Compulsory: TF Master's study programs in Agricultural Engineering for all sub-programs.