INTRODUCTION TO LOGISTICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LOY106	INTRODUCTION TO LOGISTICS	2	3	3	7

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to introduce basic concepts in logistics, historical development in logistics, analysis of logistics work processes, logistics systems and services, national and international logistics applications.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include, historical process in logistics, goals and benefits in the management of logistics, storage, transport, stock management, customer services, student, departments in logistics, international and national logistics concepts and differences between, points to consider in firm selection in the logistics service procurement, logistics management and transportation modes.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define basic concepts and principles in logistics.
Interpret historical development in logistics.
Analyze national and international logistics practices.
Explain theoretical knowledge and skills by relating them with the logictics field.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Introducing the goal and content of course. Introduction to national and international logistics	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
2	Reading	Historical Development in Logistics. Basic Concepts and Definitions in Logistics	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
3	Reading	Logistics Management	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
4	Reading	Operational Processes in Logistics	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
5	Preparing Homework	Developments and Problems in Logistics Sector	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Group Work
6	Reading	Solutions in Logistics Sector and Strategies to Follow	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
7	Reading	Foreign Trade Concepts and Logistics	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading	General Revision	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
10	Reading	Current Subjects in Logistics (green logistics, reverse logistics, simple logistics, sustainability, e-logistics)	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
11	Reading	National and International Logistics Practices	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
12	Preparing Homework	Transportation Modes (Highway-Airway-Seaway-Railway-Pipeline-Waterway)	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Group Work
13	Reading	Transportation Modes (Highway-Airway-Seaway-Railway-Pipeline-Waterway)	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
14	Reading	Logistics Performance Management	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
15	Reading	General Revision	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Keskin Hakan, M., (2015). Lojistik El Kitabi-Kuresel Aktorlerin Lojistik Pratikleri. Ankara: Nobel Academic Publications
Murphy, Paul R., Knemeyer, Michael A. (2016). Guncel Lojistik (F. Yercan, S. Demiroglu, trns.). Ankara: Nobel Academic Publications
Christopher M. (2016). Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Istanbul: Pearson

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Define basic concepts related with logistics.						5
2	Relate the information on economy and sustainability with the field.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the planning and implementation process in logistics operations.					4
2	Relate the theoretical and practical knowledge in the field with International Trade, Business and Economics.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Generate a solution for the problems encountered in logistics activities					4
2	Apply analytical methods and modeling techniques in logistics planning processes				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the theoretical and practical knowledge about the field within the framework of logistics operations.					4
2	Prepare visual report, presentation and project in English and Turkish about logistics activities.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Decide the follow-up and control processes of logistics operations.					4
2	Perform as a leader or a team member and complete the tasks assigned to him/her in the team regarding the planning and implementation of logistic activities.					4
3	Prepare the logistic projects.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Research on scientific, sectoral developments and innovations related to the field.					4
2	Gain the basic knowledge necessary for the planning process of logistics activities and human resources performance management.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follow national and international sectoral practices and arrange projects and organizations related to logistics area including sustainability, environmental awareness and energy efficiency elements.				3
2	Cooperate to bring innovative ideas to the stakeholders in the sector using logistics-related databases, information and communication technologies.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by taking into account his legal, social and ethical responsibilities.					4
2	Decide on the necessary planning and regulations regarding his/her field by considering the legal aspects of logistics applications.					4

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	5	65
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	10	5	50
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	5	4	20
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	179