Warehouse ManagementLaajuus (2 cr)
Code: 3B00DW65
Credits
2 op
Objectives
This warehouse management course covers the basics of business warehouse management. The most common warehousing operations, practices and topics are covered, like the use of WMS with practices of the voice picking systems and RFID-technology applications (www.logivo.fi). The objective is to understand the warehousing acitivies, the related costs in the entire SCM. This course has also a contribution and link to the transportaion planning and ERP course (SAP). The learning plattform ( Logistics Redesign will be used to demonstrate the SCM design an optimisation tools.
After completing the course, students will be able to:
What are the new challenges in supply chain management process?
How to operate in distribution centers, warehouses and terminals?
How to control and optimize inventories?
What is warehouse inventory system?
What is material handling about?
What are the value added services in a distribution center?
What are the picking techniques used?
Content
Distribution centers as a facilities in the SCM
Inventory Management advanced
WM cycle and operations
WM picking technics
Labeling, tracebelity and RFID solutions
Prerequisites
- The Basics of logistics is a prerequisite to this course
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student is able to recognise common level attributes relevant to warehouse management in an organisation's activity. The student understands the basic logics of storing and activities connected to it. He/she can identify material, information and financial flows relating to warehouse management. The student can recognise and analyse both tangible and intangible structural elements of warehousing. He/she can apply the acquired knowledge in simple professional challenges.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student can analyse warehousing functions in details. He/she knows the basic steering logics of material flows internally, within an organisation, and externally, between the various value chain operators. The student can calculate and follow-up inventory. He/she understands how to organise distribution centres, warehouses and terminals so that they will provide optimal value added services.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the most common warehousing operations and practices, together with systemic knowledge regarding WMS. The student can manage cost, quality, time and material related issues from warehouse management perspective. The student is able to cope with any WH related challenges which may occur in the organisation's daily activities. He/she can independently optimise warehousing related activities, suggest a suitable putaway, storing and picking technique, as well as manage the daily WH routines. Also the student possesses some managerial level strategic abilities in WHM.
Further information
-
Enrolment period
02.12.2023 - 16.01.2024
Timing
17.01.2024 - 21.02.2024
Credits
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
International Business
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Sean Morga
Person in charge
Sean Morga
Groups
-
24KVHN1KInternational Business Exchange Student Group Spring 2024
-
22IB
Objectives (course unit)
This warehouse management course covers the basics of business warehouse management. The most common warehousing operations, practices and topics are covered, like the use of WMS with practices of the voice picking systems and RFID-technology applications (www.logivo.fi). The objective is to understand the warehousing acitivies, the related costs in the entire SCM. This course has also a contribution and link to the transportaion planning and ERP course (SAP). The learning plattform ( Logistics Redesign will be used to demonstrate the SCM design an optimisation tools.
After completing the course, students will be able to:
What are the new challenges in supply chain management process?
How to operate in distribution centers, warehouses and terminals?
How to control and optimize inventories?
What is warehouse inventory system?
What is material handling about?
What are the value added services in a distribution center?
What are the picking techniques used?
Content (course unit)
Distribution centers as a facilities in the SCM
Inventory Management advanced
WM cycle and operations
WM picking technics
Labeling, tracebelity and RFID solutions
Prerequisites (course unit)
- The Basics of logistics is a prerequisite to this course
Further information (course unit)
-
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
The student is able to recognise common level attributes relevant to warehouse management in an organisation's activity. The student understands the basic logics of storing and activities connected to it. He/she can identify material, information and financial flows relating to warehouse management. The student can recognise and analyse both tangible and intangible structural elements of warehousing. He/she can apply the acquired knowledge in simple professional challenges.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
The student can analyse warehousing functions in details. He/she knows the basic steering logics of material flows internally, within an organisation, and externally, between the various value chain operators. The student can calculate and follow-up inventory. He/she understands how to organise distribution centres, warehouses and terminals so that they will provide optimal value added services.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
The student knows the most common warehousing operations and practices, together with systemic knowledge regarding WMS. The student can manage cost, quality, time and material related issues from warehouse management perspective. The student is able to cope with any WH related challenges which may occur in the organisation's daily activities. He/she can independently optimise warehousing related activities, suggest a suitable putaway, storing and picking technique, as well as manage the daily WH routines. Also the student possesses some managerial level strategic abilities in WHM.
Location and time
17.01.2024 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-20
24.01.2024 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-20
31.01.2024 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-20
07.02.2024 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-20
14.02.2024 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-20
21.02.2024 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-20
Exam schedules
Final exam will be given on the last class meeting
Assessment methods and criteria
According to TAMK evaluation criterias (0,1-5)
- Knowing
- Doing
- Being
Assessment scale
0-5
Teaching methods
- Lectures
- Flipped class sessions
- Inquiry-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Case-based learning
Learning materials
- Presentation material
- Assigned books
- Articles
- Case studies
- Video
Student workload
Students are expected to:
- Attend sessions
- Participate in group discussions and activities
- Complete the exam
- Study materials given to them on their own time
Content scheduling
Distribution centers, other facilities in SCM
Inventory Management advanced
WM cycle and operations
WM picking techniques
Labeling, tracebelity and RFID solutions, technology
Topics related to sustainability will run parallel to the course themes.
Completion alternatives
N/A
Practical training and working life cooperation
Knowledge gained from the course can be applied to various roles in warehouse operations.
International connections
Multiple global case studies will be used in the course
Further information
N/A
Enrolment period
30.11.2022 - 17.01.2023
Timing
18.01.2023 - 22.02.2023
Credits
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
International Business
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Sean Morga
- Boudaoud Mezrar
Person in charge
Sean Morga
Groups
-
23KVHN1KExchange Students International Business S2023
-
21IB
Objectives (course unit)
This warehouse management course covers the basics of business warehouse management. The most common warehousing operations, practices and topics are covered, like the use of WMS with practices of the voice picking systems and RFID-technology applications (www.logivo.fi). The objective is to understand the warehousing acitivies, the related costs in the entire SCM. This course has also a contribution and link to the transportaion planning and ERP course (SAP). The learning plattform ( Logistics Redesign will be used to demonstrate the SCM design an optimisation tools.
After completing the course, students will be able to:
What are the new challenges in supply chain management process?
How to operate in distribution centers, warehouses and terminals?
How to control and optimize inventories?
What is warehouse inventory system?
What is material handling about?
What are the value added services in a distribution center?
What are the picking techniques used?
Content (course unit)
Distribution centers as a facilities in the SCM
Inventory Management advanced
WM cycle and operations
WM picking technics
Labeling, tracebelity and RFID solutions
Prerequisites (course unit)
- The Basics of logistics is a prerequisite to this course
Further information (course unit)
-
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
The student is able to recognise common level attributes relevant to warehouse management in an organisation's activity. The student understands the basic logics of storing and activities connected to it. He/she can identify material, information and financial flows relating to warehouse management. The student can recognise and analyse both tangible and intangible structural elements of warehousing. He/she can apply the acquired knowledge in simple professional challenges.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
The student can analyse warehousing functions in details. He/she knows the basic steering logics of material flows internally, within an organisation, and externally, between the various value chain operators. The student can calculate and follow-up inventory. He/she understands how to organise distribution centres, warehouses and terminals so that they will provide optimal value added services.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
The student knows the most common warehousing operations and practices, together with systemic knowledge regarding WMS. The student can manage cost, quality, time and material related issues from warehouse management perspective. The student is able to cope with any WH related challenges which may occur in the organisation's daily activities. He/she can independently optimise warehousing related activities, suggest a suitable putaway, storing and picking technique, as well as manage the daily WH routines. Also the student possesses some managerial level strategic abilities in WHM.
Location and time
18.01.2023 11.00 - 13.00 in B5-26
25.01.2023 11.00 - 14.00 in B5-26
01.02.2023 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-26
08.02.2023 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-26
15.02.2023 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-26
22.02.2023 08.00 - 11.00 in B5-26
Exam schedules
Final exam will be given on the last class meeting
Assessment methods and criteria
According to TAMK evaluation criterias (0,1-5)
- Knowing
- Doing
- Being
Assessment scale
0-5
Teaching methods
- Lectures
- Flipped class sessions
- Inquiry-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Case-based learning
Learning materials
- Presentation material
- Assigned books
- Articles
- Case studies
- Video
Student workload
Students are expected to:
- Attend sessions
- Participate in group discussions and activities
- Complete the exam
- Study materials given to them on their own time
Content scheduling
Distribution centers, other facilities in SCM
Inventory Management advanced
WM cycle and operations
WM picking techniques
Labeling, tracebelity and RFID solutions, technology
Topics related to sustainability will run parallel to the course themes.
Completion alternatives
N/A
Practical training and working life cooperation
Knowledge gained from the course can be applied to various roles in warehouse operations.
International connections
Multiple global case studies will be used in the course
Further information
N/A
Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
The student is able to identify basic level knowledge regarding warehouse management. The student has basic understanding of internal processes in general and how it has an impact on goods and information flow along the supply chain. The student is capable of applying some knowledge to relevant, working life situations regarding warehouse management and processes.
Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
The student is able to determine main tasks and challenges in warehouse operations. The student can apply the knowledge in verbal conversations and written deliverables. The student has a good level of knowledge and wide understanding of inbound/outbound operations, value-adding services, inventory control techniques and the role of WMS. The student is capable of applying the acquired knowledge to relevant working life in warehouse related situations. The student contributes according to teacher's expectations to tasks and assignments during the course.
Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
The student is able to master tasks, challenges and understand the main and supporting functions in warehouse operations and distribution centers. The student has a professional level of knowledge and wide understanding of inbound/outbound operations, value-adding services, inventory control techniques and the role of WMS. The student demonstrates a high skill level, creates value and shares information with other participants. The student is exceptionally capable of applying all the acquired knowledge to relevant, working life situations. The student actively contributes to tasks and assignments during the course.
Enrolment period
24.11.2021 - 15.01.2022
Timing
20.01.2022 - 24.02.2022
Credits
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
International Business
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Sean Morga
Person in charge
Sean Morga
Groups
-
20IB
-
22KVHN1Exchange Students International Business 2022 Spring
Objectives (course unit)
This warehouse management course covers the basics of business warehouse management. The most common warehousing operations, practices and topics are covered, like the use of WMS with practices of the voice picking systems and RFID-technology applications (www.logivo.fi). The objective is to understand the warehousing acitivies, the related costs in the entire SCM. This course has also a contribution and link to the transportaion planning and ERP course (SAP). The learning plattform ( Logistics Redesign will be used to demonstrate the SCM design an optimisation tools.
After completing the course, students will be able to:
What are the new challenges in supply chain management process?
How to operate in distribution centers, warehouses and terminals?
How to control and optimize inventories?
What is warehouse inventory system?
What is material handling about?
What are the value added services in a distribution center?
What are the picking techniques used?
Content (course unit)
Distribution centers as a facilities in the SCM
Inventory Management advanced
WM cycle and operations
WM picking technics
Labeling, tracebelity and RFID solutions
Prerequisites (course unit)
- The Basics of logistics is a prerequisite to this course
Further information (course unit)
-
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
The student is able to recognise common level attributes relevant to warehouse management in an organisation's activity. The student understands the basic logics of storing and activities connected to it. He/she can identify material, information and financial flows relating to warehouse management. The student can recognise and analyse both tangible and intangible structural elements of warehousing. He/she can apply the acquired knowledge in simple professional challenges.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
The student can analyse warehousing functions in details. He/she knows the basic steering logics of material flows internally, within an organisation, and externally, between the various value chain operators. The student can calculate and follow-up inventory. He/she understands how to organise distribution centres, warehouses and terminals so that they will provide optimal value added services.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
The student knows the most common warehousing operations and practices, together with systemic knowledge regarding WMS. The student can manage cost, quality, time and material related issues from warehouse management perspective. The student is able to cope with any WH related challenges which may occur in the organisation's daily activities. He/she can independently optimise warehousing related activities, suggest a suitable putaway, storing and picking technique, as well as manage the daily WH routines. Also the student possesses some managerial level strategic abilities in WHM.
Location and time
17.01.2022 08.00 - 11.00 B4-22
24.01.2022 08.00 - 11.00 B4-22
31.01.2022 08.00 - 11.00 B4-22
07.02.2022 08.00 - 11.00 B4-22
14.02.2022 08.00 - 11.00 B4-22
21.02.2022 08.00 - 11.00 B4-22
Exam schedules
Final exam will be given on the last class meeting
Assessment methods and criteria
According to TAMK evaluation criterias (0,1-5)
- Knowing
- Doing
- Being
Assessment scale
0-5
Teaching methods
- Lectures
- Flipped class sessions
- Inquiry-based learning
- Collaborative learning
Learning materials
- Presentation material
- Assigned books
- Articles and case studies
- Video
Student workload
Students are expected to:
- Attend sessions
- Participate in group discussions and activities
- Complete the exam
- Study materials given to them on their own time
Content scheduling
Distribution centers as a facilities in the SCM
Inventory Management advanced
WM cycle and operations
WM picking technics
Labeling, tracebelity and RFID solutions
Completion alternatives
N/A
Practical training and working life cooperation
Knowledge gained from the course can be applied to various roles in warehouse operations.
International connections
Multiple global case studies will be used in the course
Further information
N/A
Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
The student is able to identify basic level knowledge regarding warehouse management. The student has basic understanding of internal processes in general and how it has an impact on goods and information flow along the supply chain. The student is capable of applying some knowledge to relevant, working life situations regarding warehouse management and processes.
Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
The student is able to determine main tasks and challenges in warehouse operations. The student can apply the knowledge in verbal conversations and written deliverables. The student has a good level of knowledge and wide understanding of inbound/outbound operations, value-adding services, inventory control techniques and the role of WMS. The student is capable of applying the acquired knowledge to relevant working life in warehouse related situations. The student contributes according to teacher's expectations to tasks and assignments during the course.
Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)
The student is able to master tasks, challenges and understand the main and supporting functions in warehouse operations and distribution centers. The student has a professional level of knowledge and wide understanding of inbound/outbound operations, value-adding services, inventory control techniques and the role of WMS. The student demonstrates a high skill level, creates value and shares information with other participants. The student is exceptionally capable of applying all the acquired knowledge to relevant, working life situations. The student actively contributes to tasks and assignments during the course.