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TDW 1040 - Warehouse, Distribution Centers and Fulfillment Operation


Clock Hours: 30

Course Description:
This course gives the student an introduction to an understanding and a logistics approach to warehouses and distribution centers.  Includes the role of warehousing within the supply chain, the role of distribution centers within the supply chain.  The differences between warehousing and distribution centers.  Including the basic principles of warehouse/distribution center layout, racking, types of equipment used and about the automatic identification, along with order fulfillment operations. 

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

  1. Warehousing
    1. Define the role of warehouses
    2. Describe the function, layout and operation of warehouse
    3. Describe the function of warehouse equipment
  2. Distribution Centers
    1. Define the role of distribution centers
    2. Describe the difference between warehouses and distribution centers
    3. Describe the function, layout and operations of distributions centers
  3. Equipment Classification
    1. Describe the types of Containers and Unitizing Equipment
    2. Describe the Pallet Storage Mode and Rack types
    3. Describe the difference types of aisle widths along with the equipment best suited for them
    4. Describe the different types of Load Storage and Retrieval equipment
    5. Describe the different types of conveyors, docks and dock related equipment
    6. Define the role of Automatic Identification and Communication Equipment associated with warehouse and distribution centers
  4. Fulfillment Operations
    1. Discuss the strategic value-added role fulfillment has on the supply chain
    2. Identify the key steps in the order fulfillment process
    3. Recognize the tradeoffs between distribution and other supply chain functions
    4. Describe and understand the framework for distribution planning decisions
    5. Evaluate fulfillment strategies and distribution methods
    6. Describe the primary fulfillment process and support functions in distribution center operations
    7. Describe how information technology supports distribution operations