Form C4
Heriot-Watt University - Course Descriptor
1. Course
Code
5. School
C11DO
2. Course
Title
Management and Languages
7. Delivery:
Location &
Semester
Edin
SBC
Orkney
Dubai 
IDL
Collaborative Partner
Approved Learning Partner
Sem 2
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Sem 2 …..
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Name…………………….....Sem..…...
Name …………………………………Sem………..
8. Pre-requisites
None
9. Linked Courses
(specify if synoptic)
10. Excluded Courses
11. Replacement Courses
None
None
Code:
Design of Logistical Systems
12. Degrees for which
this is a core course
Date Of Replacement:
13. The course may be
delivered to:
15. Aims
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UG only
PG only 
UG & PG
3. SCQF 11
4. Credits
Level
6. Course
Dr Christine Rutherford
Co-ordinator
MSc/PGDip/Cert in Logistics and Supply Chain
Management
MSc/PGDip/Cert in Maritime Logistics and Supply Chain
Management
14. Available as an Elective?
Yes
No x
Introduce the student to the theory and practice of logistics network design
Introduce the student to the theory and practice of distribution centre design
Build understanding of the relevant literature on inventory dispersal, warehouse location and risk management in a physical logistical system
Give students hands-on experience in the use of network optimisation modelling tools
Illustrate with case study examples how companies in various sectors have designed their logistical systems
Help students to develop an appreciation of the factors likely to influence the future development of logistics systems
16. Syllabus
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Logistics network design.
Spatial dispersal of inventory in a logistical system.
Optimisation of warehouse location.
Design and execution of a global retail supply chain.
Distribution Centre design
Computer modelling of logistical systems.
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Form C4
Heriot-Watt University - Course Descriptor
17. Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness)
Subject Mastery
Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Skills
Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning)
Understand the key issues that companies must address in
Critically evaluate alternative models used in logistics systems design
designing a logistical network
Appreciate the potential, requirements and limitations of logistics planning
Demonstrate a critical appreciation of the theories underpinning
software tools
logistics network design
Engage in critical discussion of logistics system design issues through class
discussion
Personal Abilities
Industrial, Commercial & Professional
Practice
Demonstrate key concepts of network and
warehosue design and apply these concepts in
practical logistical settings
Ability to explain the key steps in warehouse
design
Understand how industry views best warehouse
design and practice
Autonomy, Accountability & Working with
Others
Group/Class Discussion
Team coursework
Develop interpersonal skills and practice the
skills required for working in groups
Know how to obtain relevant information and
apply a range of techniques in the design of a
logistical system
18. Assessment Methods
Method
Communication, Numeracy & ICT
Be able to research, collate, analyse, interpret
and present material related to logistics system
design
Communicate effectively with team members
and write up a joint report
Analysis of case data using spreadsheets
Work with others on a computerised logistics
design exercise
Work with others to design a new distribution
centre
Undertake an exercise involving the use of
major logistics planning software package
19. Re-assessment Methods
Duration of Exam
Weighting (%)
Synoptic courses?
Method
(if applicable)
Examination
Coursework
20. Date and Version
Date of Proposal
18 March 2013
Duration of Exam
(if applicable)
None
100%
Date of Approval by
School Committee
Coursework
Date of
Implementation
Version
Number
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