LGT125 : Foundational Knowledge of Supply Chain Logistics

The course is designed to provide students with foundational‐level knowledge of the world of supply chain logistics.  It covers the material handling aspect of the global supply chain and describes the foundational knowledge that front‐line material handling workers should master to perform well.  It is designed to give students a broad overview of the industry and how the frontline worker fits into that environment.  Instructional modules include Global Supply Chain Logistics, The Logistics Environment, Material Handling Equipment, Safety Principles, Safe Material Handling and Equipment Operation, Quality Control Principles, Work Communications, Teamwork and Good Workplace Conduct, Using Computers, Product Receiving, Product Storage, Order Processing, Packaging and Shipment, Inventory Control, Safe Handling of Hazardous Materials, Evaluation of Transportation Modes, Dispatching and Tracking Operations and U.S./Metric Conversions.