Logistics Management Technology
Associate of Applied Science
[ Willie Gates ]
The Logistics Technology pathway is designed to prepare individuals to manage and coordinate the procurement, distribution, maintenance, and replacement of material and personnel. The curriculum provides instruction in logistical functions in an enterprise that range from acquisitions to receiving and handling, through internal allocation of resources to the handling and delivery of a product or service.
CIP Code: 520203
Program Code: 8951
Freshman Year
First Semester — 15 hrs
Course
Title
Hours
Description
LGT-1113
Fundamentals to Logistics
3
This course is designed to give the student a firm foundation in the systems approach to managing activities associated with forecasting, procurement, inventory management, life cycle costing, and product support.
LGT-1313
Supply Chain Management
3
This course provides information concerning the flow of products and information among producers, suppliers, and customers. Emphasis is placed on acquiring, purchasing, and distribution of goods and services throughout the supply chain.
LGT-1233
Materials Management
3
This course provides managerial information concerning inventory information systems, managerial tools and techniques, the warehouse environment, and distribution planning and control.
LGT-1213
Transportation & Distribution
3
This course is designed to give an overview of transportation and distribution issues. Emphasis is placed on domestic and international transportation, third-party selection, regulations, route and schedule development, and planning for shipments.
BOT-1823
Microsoft Excel I
3
This course focuses on application Microsoft Excel as an aid to management decision making. Three hours lecture.
Second Semester — 15 hrs
Course
Title
Hours
Description
LGT-1413
Logistic Support Analysissis
3
This course is a study of the support function and the development of analytical tools to support managerial decisions. Topics covered are maintenance planning, provisioning and support, system safety, and life cycle cost.
LGT-1513
Production Planning & Control
3
This course provides managerial information regarding material requirements, capacity planning and control techniques, master production scheduling, and techniques in cost analysis.
LGT-2113
Logistics Management
3
This course is designed to help the student solve actual challenges they will encounter in the marketplace. Basic decision-making tools and concepts will be used for finding cost reduction and strategic opportunities.
LGT-2313
Health & Safety in Logistics
3
Logistics is a complex industry that exposes employees to a whole variety of risks. These include not only accidents on the road and deaths and injuries resulting from unsafe use of forklifts, but also the consequences of poor fire safety, long-term health risks due to poor manual handling technique and problems relating to mental health. Many thousands of incidents are recorded every year. This course examines each aspect of health and safety in turn, with a focus on warehousing and transportation.
BOT-1453
Intro to Business Management
3
Study of the basic principles and managerial functions of organizations management with special emphasis on planning, organizing, coordinating, commanding, and controlling. The importance of managing competitively and intelligently within a diverse environment is stressed. Situational cases are completed to reinforce decision-making in each of the function areas. The course will also consist of a series of 'mini' presentations related to each of the topics, delivered by different types of business managers and guest speakers. Three hours lecture.
Sophomore Year
First Semester — 15 hrs
Course
Title
Hours
Description
LGT-2213
Info Sys & Perform Measure
3
This course discusses the proper management of warehousing and why it is vital to the fulfillment of customer demand and the ultimate success of a supply chain. Topics covered the application of various information systems used in warehousing and transportation as well as practical applications in warehousing management and administration.
BAD-2413
Legal Environment of Business
3
An introduction to interrelationships of law and society, jurisprudence, and business. The topics to be covered include an introduction to law; law of contracts; and agencies and employment. Three hours lecture.
BOT-1763
Communications Essentials
3
This course focuses on the basic English competencies and communication skills necessary to be successful and effective in the workplace in addition to effectively contributing to a team while working with a diverse population. Three hours lecture.
CSC-1123
Computer Applications I
3
This course is designed to teach computer applications to include: word processing, electronic spreadsheet, database management, presentation design, and electronic communications. Three hours lecture.
ELEC-MATSC
Math/Science Elective
3
Choose MAT 1313 College Algebra (or higher MAT course) or a BIO, CHE, or PHY Science course
Second Semester — 16 hrs
Course
Title
Hours
Description
LGT-2814
Business Logistics Capstone
4
This course is designed to write a research paper specific to an approved logistics/supply chain management topic either selected by the student or assigned by the instructor.
ENG-1113
English Composition I
3
English 1113 prepares the student to think critically and compose texts for academic and professional rhetorical situations. Three hours lecture.
SBA-ELECT
Social/Behavioral Science Elective
3
Choose any Social or Behavioral Science course in sociology, psychology, political science, geography, economics, or educational psychology.
FINE-ELECT
Fine Arts Elective
3
Choose from any fine arts classes.
ELEC-ADVIS*
Advisor Approved Elective
3
Choose from any advisor approved elective.
*Advisor Approved Elective: BAD, BOA, BOT, ECO 3 hours