NETWORK CREATION AND PHYSICAL DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ILT345	NETWORK CREATION AND PHYSICAL DISTRIBUTION	7	3	3	8

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Prof. HAKAN YILDIRIM
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. MEHDI SAFAEI
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the network structures and networking processes, physical distribution and the processes carried out by the parties.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include the subjects such as the reasons and development of network organizations, network organization types, concept, development and benefits of physical distribution and its relations with environmental factors.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Logistics Networks and Physical Distribution Explain logistics network structures, physical distribution processes, and product, information, and financial flows, and evaluate their effects on logistics performance and customer service.
Facility Location and Network Optimization Apply facility location and network optimization methods to select facilities, allocate product flows, and solve logistics problems under cost, demand, and capacity constraints.
Distribution Operations and Channel Design Analyze transportation, distribution channels, packaging, material handling, and order flows using cost, efficiency, service, and customer accessibility measures.
Integrated Logistics Decisions and Uncertainty Evaluate forward and reverse logistics network alternatives by considering total cost, service level, uncertainty, risk, and changes in demand and capacity.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Reading	Networking in the Logistics Process — logistics vs. physical distribution; nodes, arcs, flows; service coverage; weighted distance; cost–service trade-offs; network performance	Lecture & Question and Answer
2	Reading	Physical Distribution and Logistics — order-to-delivery process; WIP, throughput and flow time; transportation modes; direct and hidden transport costs; last-mile delivery; returns	Lecture & Question and Answer
3	Reading	Distribution Channels and Marketing — direct and indirect channels; intermediaries; channel functions; intensive, selective and exclusive distribution; channel control; channel economics	Lecture & Question and Answer
4	Reading	Facility Location Theory — feasible and infeasible sites; Euclidean and rectilinear distances; Center of Gravity; Load-Distance; Factor Rating; Single Median; cost comparison	Lecture & Question and Answer
5	Reading	Packaging and Material Handling — packaging materials; protection and expected damage costs; carton dimensions; pallet patterns; unit loads; truck/container constraints; handling equipment	Lecture & Question and Answer
6	Reading	Network Design and Optimization I — network cost structure; Transportation Problem (LP); supply and demand constraints; facility opening decisions (MILP); allocation; capacity and sensitivity	Lecture & Question and Answer
7	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
8	Reading	Network Design and Reverse Network Design II — return collection networks; uncertain return quantities and quality; sorting, recovery and disposal; centralized vs. decentralized return centers	Lecture & Question and Answer
9	Reading	Transportation and Network Flow Models — mathematical representation of nodes and arcs; decision variables; objective function; flow conservation; supply and demand balance	Lecture & Question and Answer
10	Reading	Facility Opening and Assignment Models — fixed-charge models; binary variables; capacity constraints; linking facility opening with shipment allocation	Lecture & Question and Answer
11	Reading	Multi-Echelon Network Optimization — factories, warehouses and markets; transshipment nodes; intermediate flow balance; arc capacity; total network cost	Lecture & Question and Answer
12	Reading	Network Cost and Service Optimization — fixed and variable costs; service constraints; coverage requirements; alternative network structures; cost and service comparison	Lecture & Question and Answer
13	Reading	Sensitivity and Network Resilience — demand changes; capacity reductions; transport cost changes; disruption scenarios; backup capacity; alternative network decisions	Lecture & Question and Answer
14	Reading	Integrated Network Design Case — facility selection; shipment allocation; network feasibility; forward/reverse flow decisions; economic comparison and final recommendations	Lecture & Question and Answer
15	Reading	Integrated Network Design Case 2 — facility selection; shipment allocation; network feasibility; forward/reverse flow decisions; economic comparison and final recommendations	Lecture & Question and Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Supply Chain Management and Transport Logistics, John J. Liu, 2012, Routledge
Introduction to Logistics Systems Management, Gianpaolo Ghiani, 2013, A John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., Publication
Logistics Operations and Management Concepts and Models- Reza Zanjirani Farahani- 2011- Elsevier
International Logistics -2nd Edition- American Management Association- Donald F. Wood et. al. – 2002- AMACOM

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To explain the basic concepts and theories associated with the field of Logistics Management			2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To relate concepts and cases in the field of Logistics Management with other fields in Social Sciences		1
2	To make scientific and interdisciplinary research about the cases in the field					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To draw conceptual and theoretical connections between past and present trade and logistics – transportation procedures and to make forecasts for the future.		1

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To make literature review for analyzing cases in the field of Logistics Management and to use this information for personal studies.						5
2	To use the latest technology for making descriptive and exploratory research and to use this information for personal studies.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To conduct a field-specific study individually and to complete it with discipline and responsibility.			2
2	To assume duties and responsibilities in a team work as leader or team member and to fulfil them flawlessly.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To analyze data and findings in the field of Logistics Management with respect to cause-effect relations and critical perspective.			2
2	To identify gaps in the theory and practice of Logistics Management and to offer solutions for each.				3
3	To develop ideas as to how to use the information related to the field of Logistics Management in professional life.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To convey information related with the field of Logistics Management by using effective presentation and communication techniques.				3
2	To use field-specific information for creation of various projects, activities and social responsibility programmes in the field of Logistics Management.					4
3	To conduct literature review, follow the recent developments and produce written and oral works in a foreign language.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To respect social, cultural, scientific and ethical norms and values in the processing and dissemination of data.						5
2	To follow latest developments in the field and direct personal studies accordingly within the framework of the lifelong learning principle.						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	13	4	52
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	7	8	56
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	7	49
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	43	0	201