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IDIS 614
Course Description
A study of the concepts, issues, and techniques used to plan, analyze and
control the logistics network. We examine the four key logistical decision
making areas: customer service, inventories, facilities, and transportation.
Of particular interest will be the study of techniques and technologies for
managing and optimizing the logistical (supply) chain.
Text Book
Business Logistics Management: Planning, organizing and Controlling the Supply Chain,
Ronald H. Ballou, 4th ed., Prentice Hall.
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Unit of Study
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Week #
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Course Week Dates
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Unit 1: Logistics Systems
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Week 1
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June 3-9
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Unit 2: Forecasting
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Week 2
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June 10-16
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Case 1: TTI Case
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Week 3
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June 17-23
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Unit 3: Inventory Management-Part I
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Week 4
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June 24-30
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Mid-term Exam
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Week 5
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July 1-7
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Unit 4: Inventory Management-Par II
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Week 6
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July 8-14
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Unit 5: Location Logistics
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Week 7
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July 15-21
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Case 2: Halloran Steels (HBR Case)
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Week 8
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July 22-28
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Unit 6: Transportation Planning
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Week 9
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July 29- August 4
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Final Exam
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Week 10
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August 5-12
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