• Semester 2 (Day)
• Semester 2 (External)

Synopsis

This  unit  will  enable  students to:  display  skills  in  analysing
procurement, inventory and distribution systems, including the ability
to  determine how to deploy limited capital so that total system costs
are minimized and desired customer service levels are maintained; show
understanding of the principles of Paretos analysis and  know  how  to
apply  these  principles  to the logistics  system;  develop  and  use
materials requirements planning schemes, and to know when such schemes
are  appropriate;  show  an awareness of different  warehouse  storage
systems  and to know the advantages and disadvantages of each; examine
critically   the   appropriateness  of  automation  in   any   typical
warehousing situation; and show some insight into the relevant  issues
concerning transportation and physical distribution system planning.