BUSML 3380 (1613)
Logistics Management
FISHER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING AND LOGISTICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
TERM:
Summer 2013
COURSE TITLE:
BUS M&L 3380, Logistics Management
COURSE TIME/
PLACE:
Mon/Wed/Fri – Schoenbaum Rm #105, 8:00AM-8:55AM
CATALOG
DESCRIPTION:
Prerequisites: Econ 2001.01 (200), or equiv. Not open to students with credit for 780.
Concepts and methods used to plan and manage logistics activities in a business
environment. Understanding of the components of logistics management and tradeoffs
required to manage the integrated flow of goods through the supply chain..
INSTRUCTOR:
David Widdifield
Fisher Hall, Room #510
(614) 292-2757 (office)
Email: widdifield_2@fisher.osu.edu
Class Website: https://carmen.osu.edu
OFFICE HOURS:
Office Hours: Tuesdays 9am to 12pm
REQUIRED TEXT:
Contemporary Logistics Management, 10th Edition, Murphy and Wood, (Prentice Hall,
2010); ISBN 13 978-0-13-611077-0, Retail $207.05 (OSU Bookstore;
www.ohiostate.bkstore.com), $159.31 (Amazon; www.amazon.com)
COURSE LECTURE
MATERIALS:
Course lecture materials will include PowerPoint slides, industry journal articles, and
text questions. Class materials will be made available on Carmen for downloading prior
to class.
COURSE
OBJECTIVE:
To provide an understanding of the key logistics concepts and the
issues affecting the movement and storage of goods. Particular emphasis will be placed
on providing a broad and general exposure to business logistics. This will include the
development of a basic understanding of the concepts and techniques important to
analyzing business logistics problems. The course will also examine how the various
logistics activities are related to each other and other functional areas within a business.
Finally, the course strives to develop management and control techniques/skills that are
critical in the area of logistics.
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COURSE
FORMAT:
This course will be conducted using a combination of class lecture, and text quizzes.
The lecture will cover the assigned text chapter, including a comparison of text material
to current trends in the industry. This class consists of 7 weeks, meetings 3 times per
week. Attendance and having read the assigned text readings and accompanying slide
decks are crucial to success on the quizzes as well as the final exam. Based on this,
attendance is mandatory for all students. While this is a large class section, students are
encouraged to actively participate in our class discussions as this assists in the material
comprehension and retention process.
CLASS POINT TOTAL:
Grades will be based upon performance on the following:
Assignment
Chapter Quizzes
Class Attendance/Participation
Final Exam
TOTAL
Points
240
140
150
530
Percentage
35%
14%
20%
100%
ASSIGNMENT
DETAILS:
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1.
Chapter Quizzes. Each Friday during the semester I will give a topic/text quiz
consisting of 20 multiple choice questions from our assigned chapters (see page
6). These quizzes will be available for students to complete online in the Carmen
website by 7am. Students will have the entire class time to complete the quiz;
quizzes will not be active after 9am on the day of the quiz. Students will have 15
minutes to complete and submit the quiz in Carmen. Following your quiz
submission, you will receive your overall grade on the quiz as well as feedback on
questions answered incorrectly. Students failing to take the quiz during the
assigned day (Friday) and timeframe (7am to 9am) will automatically receive a
grade of “0”. Students unable to take a topic/text quiz on the scheduled date/time
will not be able to make-up the quiz unless approved by the instructor at least 12
hours prior to the quiz date or in the event of extraordinary situations. Student
minor illnesses, schedule conflicts, tardiness, unscheduled vacations do not
constitute extraordinary situations to be considered for making up the quiz. If you
feel there is a need to take a chapter quiz early or the next class session, please
notify me via email by 12 hours prior to the quiz date. Quizzes will count for 240
points toward your final grade.
2.
Class Attendance/Participation. Due to the nature of the class meeting schedule,
attendance is critical to the student’s success in the class and knowledge transfer.
Therefore the participation grade will be based on your attendance to each class
meeting. During the last 10 minutes of the class, I will use this time to circulate the
class roster for attendance sign-in as well as covering any administration notes. If
you are the last student to sign the class roster, please bring the roster to me at the
end of the class session. Additionally I will be taking the attendance from the
Carmen quizzes as well. Class participation will account for 140 points towards your
final grade.
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ASSIGNMENT
DETAILS (cont’d):
3.
Final Exam. One final comprehensive exam will be given during the course
consisting of 50 multiple choice questions drawn from the text readings. Questions
will contain text material from select chapters which may not have been discussed
in our class meetings but are important to understanding logistics/supply chain
operations. To assist in exam preparation, I will distribute a pre-exam review/study
guide sheet to the class one week prior to the final exam date (7/29); this sheet will
be posted to Carmen for downloading. We will have an optional in-class final review
session on 7/26 to review any outstanding questions from the text material or study
guide prior to the final exam. As with quizzes, any student failing to take the final
exam on the scheduled date will not be able to make-up the exam except for
extraordinary situations. Student minor illnesses, schedule conflicts, tardiness,
unscheduled vacations do not constitute extraordinary situations to be considered
for final exam make-up. If you feel there is a need to take the final exam early or
immediately following the scheduled date (no later than 7/31), please notify me via
email by 7/15. On the final exam session (see page 9) students will receive the final
exam and accompanying Scantron sheet to complete for the final exam. All tests
will need to be returned to the instructors along with the scantron sheet conclusion
of the final exam. Any scantron sheet submitted without a student test will
automatically receive a grade of “0”. The final exam will account for 150 points
towards your final grade.
GENERAL CLASSROOM
INSTRUCTIONS:
You are expected to approach this course with the same level of professionalism you
would be required exhibit in the workforce. To ensure success in the classroom for our
guest speakers, instructors, and students, there are 3 general classroom instructions we
must all follow;
1.
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Attendance Sign-in Procedure – Fisher College of Business strongly enforces
University attendance policies. As per University rule 3335-8-33, any student may
be disenrolled from a course for failure to attend by the first Friday of the term, or
by the 3rd instructional day of the term, or by the second class meeting, whichever
occurs first. Attendance will be obtained using the class roster circulated during the
last 10 minutes of the class session to reduce unnecessary distractions. If you fail to
sign the roster, you will not be given credit for attendance that day. It is critical that
I receive the attendance roster back by the end of each class session. If you are
the last student to sign the form, please bring the sheets to me at the end of the
class.
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GENERAL CLASSROOM
INSTRUCTIONS: (cont’d)
2.
Class Arrival Procedure – it is important that you arrive at least 5 minutes prior
to the start of class to allow time needed to get seated and prepare for the
session, this is especially important on the days we host a guest speaker,
administer a quiz, or on the final exam. Additionally, electronic devices (cell
phones, laptops PCs, net/notebook PCs, etc) need to be set to vibrate or turned
off during class.
3. In climate Weather – In the event we experience severe weather, the university
will announce class delays or cancellations on the local news channels as well
as through Buckeye Alert Text Messaging System.
4.
GRADING
SCALE:
Lecture Material Access – ensure that you have a copy of the lecture
presentation slides printed from our Carmen site and the required textbook
with you for each class session.
The grading scale is guaranteed. You will receive no less than the letter grade
listed within the appropriate class point total ranges.
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
DE
Numeric Range
504-530 points
482-503 points
466-481 points
451-465 points
424-450 points
413-423 points
398-412 points
371-397 points
360-370 points
345-359 points
318-344 points
0-317 points
Quality Points
4
3.7
3.3
3
2.7
2.3
2
1.7
1.3
1
.9
0
Source: http://senr.osu.edu/Current_Students/Student_Tools/Calculate_Your_GPA.htm
ACADEMIC
INTEGRITY:
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All tests, written exercises, and papers are to be your own work.
Academic integrity is essential to maintaining an environment that fosters excellence in
teaching, research, and other educational and scholarly activities. Thus, the Ohio State
University and the Committee on Academic Misconduct (COAM) expect that all students
have read and understand the University’s Code of Student Conduct, and that all
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ACADEMIC
INTEGRITY: (cont’d)
students will complete all academic and scholarly assignments with fairness and
honesty. Students must recognize that failure to follow the rules and guidelines
established in the University’s Code of Student Conduct and this syllabus may constitute
“Academic Misconduct.” The Ohio State University’s Code of Student Conduct (Section
3335-23-04) defines academic misconduct as: “Any activity that tends to compromise
the academic integrity of the University, or subvert the educational process.” Examples
of academic misconduct include (but are not limited to) plagiarism, collusion
(unauthorized collaboration), copying the work of another student, and possession of
unauthorized materials during an examination. Ignorance of the University’s Code of
Student Conduct is never considered an “excuse” for academic misconduct, so I
recommend that you review the Code of Student Conduct and, specifically, the sections
dealing with academic misconduct.
If I suspect that a student has committed academic misconduct in this course, I am
obligated by University Rules to report my suspicions to the Committee on Academic
Misconduct. If COAM determines that you have violated the University’s Code of
Student Conduct (i.e., committed academic misconduct), the sanctions for the
misconduct could include a failing grade in this course and suspension or dismissal from
the University.
If you have any questions about the above policy or what constitutes academic
misconduct in this course, please contact me.
Other sources of information on academic misconduct (integrity) to which you can refer
include:



The Committee on Academic Misconduct web pages
(http://oaa.osu.edu/coam.html)
Ten Suggestions for Preserving Academic Integrity
(http://oaa.osu.edu/coamtensuggestions.html)
Eight Cardinal Rules of Academic Integrity
(http://www.northwestern.edu/provost/students/integrity/rules.html)
AMERICANS
WITH
DISABILITIES
ACT:
If you have a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA), which requires classroom accommodation or auxiliary aids, please
inform me of your needs during the first week of class so that I can take
appropriate action.
COURSE
DISCLAIMER:
The schedule, policies, and assignments contained in this course syllabus
or on the course website are subject to change in the event of extenuating
circumstances, class progress, or by mutual agreement between the instructor and the
students.
Any electronic recording of the lecture or presentations is not authorized without the
instructors’ approval.
OTHER:
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USE OF ELECTRONIC
DEVICES:
The use of electronic devices (cell phones, digital recorders, laptops, tablet PC, or other
similar device) is prohibited during class discussion, lectures, or presentations. Use of
these devices during class periods creates a disorderly or distracted environment taking
away from the course content, goals, or information (see OSU Code of Student Conduct,
§ 3335-23-04 Prohibited Conduct Policy, http://trustees.osu.edu/rules/code-of-studentconduct/3335-23-04.html).
All electronic devices are to be powered down, set to vibrate and stowed during to the
class period; students using these devices during class will be asked to put these away.
Failure to comply with this request may result in the student’s dismissal from the class
and loss of any in-class points (including and not limited to exams, presentations, etc.).
Additionally, if you do need to electronically record any portion of the discussion,
lecture, or presentation you will need to obtain the instructor’s authorization 24 hours
prior to the event and use of recording device.
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Note: I may revise this schedule based on my work schedule, to accommodate class progress, provide a more indepth focus, or to take advantage of guest speakers should the opportunity arise. We will attempt to stay as close
to the below schedule as possible, quiz/final exam dates will not be altered.
Week
1
1
1
2
Date
6/10/13
6/12/13
6/14/13
6/17/13
Day
Topic
Text
Chapter
Materials and Notes
Mon
Course Overview and
Expectations
Class Introductions
None
None
Carmen: Course Syllabus
Overview of Logistics
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
1
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Fri
Quiz 1 – online
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
1
None
Mon
Supply Chain
Management (pt 1)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
5
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Wed
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CLASS SCHEDULE:
2
2
3
3
3
4
6/19/13
6/21/13
6/24/13
6/26/13
6/28/13
7/1/13
Supply Chain
Management (pt 2)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Quiz2 – online
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Procurement (pt1)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
6
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Procurement (pt2)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
6
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Fri
Quiz3 – online
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
6
None
Mon
Demand Management,
Order Management and
Customer Service (pt 1)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
7
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Wed
Fri
Mon
Wed
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5
5
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
None
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CLASS SCHEDULE:
4
4
7/3/13
7/5/13
Wed
Fri
Demand Management,
Order Management and
Customer Service (pt 2)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
7
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Quiz4 – online
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
7
None
Inventory Management
(pt1)
5
7/8/13
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
8
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Wed
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
8
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Fri
Quiz5 – online
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
8
None
Mon
DC/Whse/Plant Location
& Warehouse
Management (pt 1)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
9 & 10
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Wed
DC/Whse/Plant Location
& Warehouse
Management (pt 2)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
9 & 10
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Fri
Quiz6 – online
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
9 & 10
Mon
Transportation &
International Logistics
(pt1)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
12 & 14
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Final Review Sheet posted to
Carmen
Wed
Transportation &
International Logistics
(pt2)
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
12 & 14
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Final Review Session
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
All
Final Review Sheet
Final Exam
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
All
None
Mon
Inventory Management
(pt2)
5
5
6
6
6
7
7
7
Finals
7/10/13
7/12/13
7/15/13
7/17/13
7/19/13
7/22/13
7/24/13
7/26/13
7/29/13
Fri
Mon
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Industry organizations and journal websites of general logistics & supply chain interest
Source
Type
Website
Bureau of Transportation Statistics
Governmental Agency
www.bts.gov
U.S. Department of Transportation
Governmental Agency
www.dot.gov
American Society of Transportation and Logistics (AST&L)
Professional Organization
www.astl.org
APICS The Association for Operations Management
Professional Organization
http://www.apics.org/default.htm
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)
Professional Organization
http://www.cscmp.org
Institute of Supply Management
Professional Organization
http://www.ism.ws
Reverse Logistics Association
Professional Organization
http://www.rltinc.com
American Shipper
Trade Journal
http://www.americanshipper.com/asdaily
Canadian Transportation & Logistics
Trade Journal
http://www.ctl.ca
DC Velocity
Trade Journal
http://www.dcvelocity.com
Inbound Logistics
Trade Journal
www.inboundlogistics.com
Industry Week
Trade Journal
http://industryweek.com
Internet Retailer
Trade Journal
http://www.internetretailer.com/home
Logistics Management
Trade Journal
http://www.logisticsmgmt.com
Logistics Today
Trade Journal
http://www.logisticstoday.com
Retailing Today
Trade Journal
http://www.retailingtoday.com
Supply Chain Brain
Trade Journal
Supply Chain Management Review
Trade Journal
http://www.supplychainbrain.com/content
/index.php
http://www.scmr.com
Supply Chain Digest
Trade Journal
http://www.scdigest.com/index.php
Transport Topics
Trade Journal
www.transporttopics.com
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