LOG4437 Humanitarian LogisticsBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs COMPUTER ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
COMPUTER 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
LOG4437 Humanitarian Logistics Spring 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 : Prof. Dr. YAVUZ GÜNALAY
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi LEVENT AKSOY
Recommended Optional Program Components: None present
Course Objectives: To discuss the importance and challenges of Humanitarian Logistics

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Social responsibility; importance of Logistics in Humanitarian Aid; use of mathematical models in social events

Course Content

This course provides an overview of humanitarian logistics by introducing the challenging context in which it takes place, the organizations typically involved, the products and services needed, and the operational approaches taken and challenges encountered in meeting the needs. Also operational challenges; funding issues; coordination and strengthening local capacity are discussed.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Humanitarian Context and activities
2) Accountability and performance measurement
3) Sourcing & procurement
4) Warehousing & materials management
5) International Transport & use of 3PL in principle and practice
6) DISTRIBUTION MECHANISMS IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE
7) COORDINATION AND ACCOUNTABILITY
8) Midterm Exam
9) Mini Cases and Project Definitions
10) Math Programming Models
11) Newspaper boy problem
12) Transshipment Problem
13) Project presentations
14) General Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Hocanın ders notları
References: Notes provided by the instructor

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 5 % 10
Presentation 1 % 10
Project 1 % 30
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 30
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Project 1 20 20
Midterms 1 15 15
Paper Submission 1 45 45
Final 1 25 25
Total Workload 147

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) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and computer engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 3
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in computer engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or computer engineering research topics. 3
6) Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. 2
7) Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write active reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.