Vocational

Basic Logistics, 25 YH credits.

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Part of a YH programme at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: LOG20STO.

Basic Logistics, 25 YH credits, provides knowledge of the structure, objectives, organisation and control principles of the logistics system. You gain a basic knowledge of trends, theories, methods and concepts in logistics, as well as insight into the economics of the logistics system. The course is part of TUC's YH logistics programme.

Duration: 25 h
Language: Swedish
Level: Beginner
CSN-eligible

Time commitment: Full-time study equivalent to 25 YH credits (approx. 5 weeks)

About the course.

Main content of the course: The purpose of the course is to give the student knowledge of the structure, objectives, organisation and control principles of the logistics system. The aim is for the student to gain a basic knowledge of trends, relevant theories, methods and concepts in logistics. The goal of the course is for the student to gain insight into the economics of the logistics system, including important metrics. During the course, current tools for controlling and developing logistics-related processes are also covered. The control principles covered should be industry-independent and aim to contribute to a deeper understanding of how Swedish companies build their logistics systems. The course introduces aspects related to the procurement, production and distribution of goods and services.

Main content of the course: The purpose of the course is to give the student knowledge of the structure, objectives, organisation and control principles of the logistics system. The aim is for the student to gain a basic knowledge of trends, relevant theories, methods and concepts in logistics. The goal of the course is for the student to gain insight into the economics of the logistics system, including important metrics. During the course, current tools for controlling and developing logistics-related processes are also covered. The control principles covered should be industry-independent and aim to contribute to a deeper understanding of how Swedish companies build their logistics systems. The course introduces aspects related to the procurement, production and distribution of goods and services.

What you will learn

What you learn.

  • You can explain the structure, objectives and organisation of the logistics system.
  • You have a basic knowledge of trends, theories and concepts in logistics.
  • You have insight into the economics of the logistics system and important key figures.
  • You are familiar with tools for controlling and developing logistics processes.
  • You understand the basics of the procurement, production and distribution of goods and services.
Curriculum

How the course is built.

  1. Structure of the logistics system

    Structure, objectives and control principles of logistics systems.

  2. Trends and theories

    Current trends, theories and concepts in logistics.

  3. The economics of logistics

    Key figures and financial aspects of logistics systems.

  4. Procurement, production and distribution

    Basic processes for goods and services.

Target audience

Who is this for?

The course is aimed at YH students who are new to logistics.

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