ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
LOG3711	Logistics Operations Management	Spring	3	0	3	5

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Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Prof. Dr. YAVUZ GÜNALAY
Course Lecturer(s):	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi LEVENT AKSOY
Recommended Optional Program Components:	none
Course Objectives:	Students are exposed to different processes seen in logistics operations, and their importance both at the strategic and operational levels. Differences as well as similarities among manufacturing and service operations are discussed. Basic management tools used at the operational level of logistics institutions are presented. Moreover, students are asked to prepare a team project on one of the course topics of their choice.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Be familiar with the basic Operations Management terminology, and describe the similarities and differences of goods and service operations
II. Define Mission-Strategy relationship and describe operations/production strategies.
III. Define logistics operations.
IV. Identify different location and distribution models and compare them.
V. Identify logistics and supply chain networks
VI. Define supply chain and why bullwhip effect occurs.
VII. Define capacity and aware of different capacity management models.
VIII. Be familiar of benefits and risks of inventory and inventory management techniques.
IX. Define waste and lean production.
X. Describe quality and different quality management tools.

Course Content

Description of Operations Management and Operations Strategy. Discussion of basic topics in logistics operations, such as design of supply networks, location and layout, capacity management, inventory management, lean management, and quality.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	What is operations? Importance of Operation Management.
2)	Mission-Goal-Strategy. Operations strategy.	Pre-reading
3)	Performance of operations.	Pre-reading
4)	Design of services and goods.	pre-reading
5)	Process design.	Pre-reading
6)	Decision of location and layout	Pre-reading
7)	Supply chain management.	Pre-reading
8)	Capacity management.	Pre-reading
9)	Review
10)	Inventory management.	Pre-reading
11)	Planning, scheduling and ERP	pre-reading
12)	Lean management.	Pre-reading
13)	Quality management.	Pre-reading
14)	Operations improvement and review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Russell and Taylor, Operations Management,: Creating Value along the Supply Chain, 7th Ed., Wiley, 2011. (ISBN:9780470646236)
References:	Stevenson W. L., Operations Management, 9th Ed., McGraw Hill, 2007. Heizer, J, and B. Render, Operations Management, 10h Ed., Pearson Education, 2011. (ISBN:0-13-607366-2)

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	10	% 10
Quizzes	7	% 10
Project	1	% 25
Midterms	1	% 25
Final	1	% 30
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 45
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 55
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	64
Presentations / Seminar	4	12
Midterms	1	2
Final	1	2
Total Workload		122

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.
3)	Ability to design complex Energy systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering.
6)	Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9)	Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications.
10)	Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11)	Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions.