LOG 111 - Warehouse and Distribution Center Operations

Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course examines warehouse distribution centers and the information systems that are used. The student will understand the factors that determine the location of facilities, safety requirements and practices, concepts of warehouse design, material flow, inventory management and packaging.

Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 032, RDG 100 and MAT 100, with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Supply Chain Management
Distribution Centers
Warehousing Management
Design and Layout
Transportation
Personnel Needs
Packaging and Handling
Locations
Safety and Security

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:

Computer with Internet access
Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher or other current browser
Java, word processing software (must be able to save Word format), and anti-virus software

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify the foundations of warehousing and distribution centers.
Describe the warehousing and distribution center management elements.
Identify the warehousing and distribution center components.
Describe strategies associated with warehousing and distribution center operations.
Explain important elements associated with safety and security.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:

Identity Verification
Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Orientation and Support
Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:

Academic Integrity
Add/Drop period
Attendance
Classroom Conduct
Equal Access
IT Access
Online Behavior
Online Confidentiality
Services For Students with Disabilities
Student Concerns
Student Help Services
Withdrawals

Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024