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SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
LOJ5102	Storage and Inventory Management	1	Spring	3	0	3	6

Course Type :	Compulsory
Cycle:	Associate TQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Short Cycle EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ÖZLEM GÜREL
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ÖZLEM GÜREL
Dersin Kategorisi:	Programme Specific

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the functioning of inventory and warehouse management in businesses, the methods used, and their importance within logistics processes. Students will gain competence in determining optimal inventory levels, utilizing warehouse space efficiently, and applying modern storage techniques, thereby contributing to increased operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in businesses.

Course Content:

The course covers the fundamental concepts of inventory management, types of inventory, inventory costs, and inventory control techniques. The role of warehousing in logistics processes, warehouse design and layout planning, material handling systems, and automation applications are examined. In addition, demand forecasting, ordering policies, and the concept of safety stock are addressed, while current developments such as digitalization, automatic identification systems (RFID, barcode), and sustainable warehousing practices are discussed. Through examples from different industries, the impact of effective inventory and warehouse management on business performance is evaluated.

Course Specific Rules

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Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:



Knowledge *(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)*
1) Can explain the basic concepts and functions of storage and inventory management, and their importance within logistics systems.
2) Can define warehouse types, warehouse location selection criteria, and design principles; and explain material handling principles, racking systems, and automated material handling systems.
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
1) Can analyze packaging principles, types, and cost to develop appropriate packaging solutions.
2) Can measure process efficiency by using digitalization and automatic identification technologies (RFID, barcode) along with warehouse management software.
3) Can analyze safety, occupational health, and risk factors in storage processes and implement preventive measures.
4) Can analyze warehouse operations and cost management data to develop concrete solutions aimed at improving business efficiency.
Competences *(Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)*
1) Can work independently on warehouse and inventory management projects, take responsibility in team activities, and develop sustainable, environmentally conscious solutions.

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	Students will understand the fundamental concepts of warehouse and inventory management, its historical development, and its role within logistics systems.	Görçün, Ö.,F. ve Saygılı, M.,S. (2010). Depo Yönetimi. Ankara: Utikad. Görçün, Ö.,F. (2013). Depo ve Envanter Yönetimi. İstanbul: Beta. Acar, A. Z., & Köseoğlu, A. M. (2020). Lojistik Yaklaşımıyla Tedarik Zinciri Yönetimi (3. Baskı). Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
2)	Students will learn about different types of warehouses, their ownership, and their positions within the supply chain, and will examine the factors influencing warehouse location selection.	Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. Görçün, Ö.,F. ve Saygılı, M.,S. (2010). Depo Yönetimi. Ankara: Utikad. Görçün, Ö.,F.(2013). Depo ve Envanter Yönetimi. İstanbul: Beta. Acar, A. Z., & Köseoğlu, A. M. (2020). Lojistik Yaklaşımıyla Tedarik Zinciri Yönetimi (3. Baskı). Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
3)	Students will learn the functions of warehouses, design principles, and internal layout. An industry guest speaker will be invited to this course.	Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. Erturgut, R. (2016). Lojistik ve Tedarik Zinciri Yönetimi. İstanbul: Nobel.
4)	Students will become familiar with material handling principles, equipment, pallets, and racking systems. An industry guest speaker will be invited to this course.	Acar, A. Z., & Köseoğlu, A. M. (2020). Lojistik Yaklaşımıyla Tedarik Zinciri Yönetimi (3. Baskı). Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
5)	Students will learn about automated material handling systems, including carousels and overhead conveyor systems. An industry guest speaker will be invited to this course.	Tanyas, M., & Hazır, Ö. (2010). Lojistik bilgi sistemlerinin lojistik performansa etkisi. Ege Akademik Bakış, 10(1), 383–397. Acar, A. Z., & Köseoğlu, A. M. (2020). Lojistik yaklaşımıyla tedarik zinciri yönetimi. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık
6)	Students will learn the principles of packaging, types of packaging, and packaging guidelines.	Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
7)	Students will evaluate packaging costs, design, and product protection.	Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
8)	Midterm	Lecture Notes and Online Beykoz
9)	Students will learn about warehouse and store management systems, as well as barcode and RFID systems.	Görçün, Ö.,F.(2013). Depo ve Envanter Yönetimi. İstanbul: Beta. Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
10)	Students will evaluate floor, wall, roof, ventilation, and loading/unloading systems in warehouse design.	Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. Görçün, Ö.,F. ve Saygılı, M.,S. (2010). Depo Yönetimi. Ankara: Utikad.
11)	Students will analyze inventory types and costs within the scope of inventory control methods and inventory management, apply EOQ and ABC models, compare ordering systems, and calculate safety stock and reorder points.	Çakmak, E., & Acar, Z. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
12)	Students will learn the rules for packaging labeling and marking.	Erturgut, R. (2016). Lojistik ve Tedarik Zinciri Yönetimi. İstanbul: Nobel. Acar, A. Z., & Çakmak, E. (2023). Depolama ve Depo Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
13)	Students will learn about safety, occupational health, and risk factors in warehousing and logistics.	Tanyaş, M. (2015). Lojistik Yönetiminde Stratejik Yaklaşımlar. İstanbul Üniversitesi İşletme Fakültesi Dergisi. Acar, A. Z., & Köseoğlu, A. M. (2016). Lojistik Yaklaşımıyla Tedarik Zinciri Yönetimi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. ISBN: 978-605-133-953-5.
14)	Students will discuss warehouse operations and cost management, and the course will be reviewed overall.	Articles and lecture notes shared in previous weeks.

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

DERS ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI - PROGRAM ÖĞRENME ÇIKTILARI İLİŞKİSİ

Contribution of The Course Unit To The Programme Learning Outcomes

Ders Öğrenme Çıktıları (DÖÇ)	1	2	3	4	1	1	2
Program Öğrenme Çıktıları (PÖÇ)
1) Be able to explain the fundamental concepts, theories, and processes of logistics and supply chain management, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the parties involved in the supply chain.
2) It can handle logistics operations such as warehouse management, order processing, transportation, packaging, and labeling.
3) They can apply basic knowledge of foreign trade, marketing, and customs legislation, as well as foreign trade processes (INCOTERMS, delivery and payment methods, etc.).
4) Can evaluate the internal and external environment of logistics companies in terms of economic indicators.
5) Can develop innovative solutions to complex problems encountered in the field of logistics.
6) Can effectively use theoretical knowledge and information technologies in design, planning, and decision-making processes.
7) Through experience gained in workplace practices, theoretical knowledge can be integrated with practical application.
8) They can act with a sense of professional responsibility within the framework of ethical values, principles of social responsibility, labor law, and occupational health and safety regulations.
9) Can manage logistics processes in accordance with the principles of sustainability, green logistics, and environmental awareness.
10) Can effectively participate in teamwork and communication processes.
11) They can follow current developments and technological innovations in the field of logistics.

SECTION III: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COURSE UNIT AND COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Be able to explain the fundamental concepts, theories, and processes of logistics and supply chain management, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the parties involved in the supply chain.	4
2)	It can handle logistics operations such as warehouse management, order processing, transportation, packaging, and labeling.	5
3)	They can apply basic knowledge of foreign trade, marketing, and customs legislation, as well as foreign trade processes (INCOTERMS, delivery and payment methods, etc.).	1
4)	Can evaluate the internal and external environment of logistics companies in terms of economic indicators.	3
5)	Can develop innovative solutions to complex problems encountered in the field of logistics.	3
6)	Can effectively use theoretical knowledge and information technologies in design, planning, and decision-making processes.	3
7)	Through experience gained in workplace practices, theoretical knowledge can be integrated with practical application.	4
8)	They can act with a sense of professional responsibility within the framework of ethical values, principles of social responsibility, labor law, and occupational health and safety regulations.	2
9)	Can manage logistics processes in accordance with the principles of sustainability, green logistics, and environmental awareness.	3
10)	Can effectively participate in teamwork and communication processes.	4
11)	They can follow current developments and technological innovations in the field of logistics.	4

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Discussion
Problem Solving
Reading
Homework
Technical Visit
Course Conference
Active Participation in Class

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Final Exam
Quiz

Contribution of Assesment & Evalution Activities to Final Grade of the Course

Measurement and Evaluation Methods	# of practice per semester	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	1	% 15.00
Midterms	1	% 35.00
Semester Final Exam	1	% 50.00
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

SECTION V: WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS ALLOCATED FOR THE COURSE