LOG3016 Shipping LogisticsBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND GENETICSGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND GENETICS
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
LOG3016 Shipping Logistics Fall 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

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 : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TUBA TORU DELİBAŞI
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor KEMAL YAŞAR DÖNMEZ
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course examines the characteristics and role of shipping services in the design and management of international logistics systems. International shipping is very important to Turkey’s international trade position. Understanding of the shipping concepts and economics is still very important for the accurate pricing of Turkey’s export goods. In the case of containers, shipping conferences and cartels operate under a fixed price system. The history and advantages and disadvantages of this uniquely legal combine are also explored in depth.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to think independently but logically about current and prospective issues and developments in international shipping and logistics.

Course Content

This course focuses on the commercial and logistics environment in which maritime transport operates. You will analyse the commercial operation of ships in the bulk and liner shipping freight markets and the role of maritime transport in global supply chains.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course introduction Sea transport and the global economy Introduction to assignment Research Report Chapter 1 Stopford, M. (2009) Maritime Economics, 3rd Edition, Routledge/Taylor and Francis, London. (ISBN: 978-0-415-27558-3, Paperback, 840 p.)
2) Freight transportation Chapter 7-8, 17-18 Lumsden, K. R. L. (2007) Fundamentals of logistics, Compendium containing the chapters 1-2; 4; 7-8; 17-19, Division of Transportation and Logistics, Chalmers University of Technology.
3) Sea air and pipeline transportation
4) Unit loads and intermodal transport
5) Ports and hinterland transport Chapter 19 Lumsden, K. R. L. (2007) Fundamentals of logistics, Compendium containing the chapters 1-2; 4; 7-8; 17-19, Division of Transportation and Logistics, Chalmers University of Technology.
6) Transport of bulk and specialised cargoes Chapter 11-12 Stopford, M. (2009) Maritime Economics, 3rd Edition, Routledge/Taylor and Francis, London. (ISBN: 978-0-415-27558-3, Paperback, 840 p.)
7) Manning and operations of vessels and fleets
10) Transport of general cargo - Liner shipping Chapter 13 Stopford, M. (2009) Maritime Economics, 3rd Edition, Routledge/Taylor and Francis, London. (ISBN: 978-0-415-27558-3, Paperback, 840 p.)
12) Flexibility vs. specialisation in Europe short sea shipping Hinterland transport of semi-trailers Ships and shipbuilding
13) Flexibility vs. specialisation in Europe short sea shipping Hinterland transport of semi-trailers Ships and shipbuilding Chapter 14-15 Stopford, M. (2009) Maritime Economics, 3rd Edition, Routledge/Taylor and Francis, London. (ISBN: 978-0-415-27558-3, Paperback, 840 p.)
14) Sustainable maritime transport

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture notes by the instructor
References: none

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Quizzes 2 10 20
Midterms 1 40 40
Final 1 60 60
Total Workload 162

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) Utilize the wealth of information stored in computer databases to answer basic biological questions and solve problems such as diagnosis and treatment of diseases. 3
2) Acquire an ability to compile and analyze biological information, clearly present and discuss the conclusions, the inferred knowledge and the arguments behind them both in oral and written format. 4
3) Develop critical, creative and analytical thinking skills. 5
4) Develop effective communication skills and have competence in scientific speaking, reading and writing abilities in English and Turkish. 3
5) Gain knowledge of different techniques and methods used in genetics and acquire the relevant laboratory skills. 4
6) Detect biological problems, learn to make hypothesis and solve the hypothesis by using variety of experimental and observational methods. 4
7) Gain knowledge of methods for collecting quantitative and qualitative data and obtain the related skills. 3
8) Conduct research through paying attention to ethics, human values and rights. Pay special attention to confidentiality of information while working with human subjects. 5
9) Obtain basic concepts used in theory and practices of molecular biology and genetics and establish associations between them. 4
10) Search and use literature to improve himself/herself and follow recent developments in science and technology. 5
11) Be aware of the national and international problems in the field and search for solutions. 4