Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to
- explain what is meant by the supply chain and what concepts are involved,
- understands value chains as a competitive factor and develops them, e.g. in the field of value. lean methods,
- the basics of ordering and delivery processes and ERP systems.
- justify supply chain choices from sustainability perspectives

Content (course unit)

What is the supply chain? What are the concepts of logistics?
How does logistics create value?
How to make responsible logistics choices (e.g. whether to prepare for storage or on the basis of orders, what production methods and modes of transport are chosen, where to place production, what quantities are produced, how to take care of quality, how to cover costs)?
How are the environmental impacts of logistics measured?
What ERP systems are there?

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The students are familiar with the basic concepts related to the theme and are able to justify responsible choices.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The students know the basic concepts and key principles and methods related to the theme. They are able to apply what they have learned to practice and justify choices from the point of view of responsibility.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The students understand the basic concepts and key principles and methods related to the theme. He can solve and analyze practical problems. They are able to justify their solutions comprehensively and also from the point of view of responsibility.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student knows only some of the basic concepts related to the theme and is unable to make reasoned logistical choices.

Location and time

According to Lukkari

Exam schedules

N.A.

Assessment methods and criteria

Group assignment (50%), other assignments and activeness

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Online and classroom teaching
Assignments
Classroom exercises

Learning materials

Material in Moodle

Student workload

According to TAMK schedule and Moodle timing instruction.
Classroom and online lessons, independent study and group assignments

Content scheduling

Lectures and assignments

Completion alternatives

No alternative implementations

Practical training and working life cooperation

Visitor lecturer is possible

International connections

N.A.

Further information

N.A.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student knows something from topic and is moderately able to interpret and apply the learned knowledge. The student is able moderately to describe how supply chain operates. The student is motivated and takes responsibility to his/her own work.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student knows well the topic and is able to interpret and apply the learned knowledge. The student is able to describe how supply chain operates. The student is motivated and takes responsibility to his/her own work. Everything is done in time and according to instructions.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student knows widely from topic and is widely able to interpret and apply the learned knowledge. The student is widely able to describe and justify how supply chain operates. The student is highly motivated and takes responsibility to his/her own work. Everything is done in time and according to instructions.