Course Title: Apply knowledge of logistics
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2021
Course Code: OMGT5038C
Course Title: Apply knowledge of logistics
School: 650T Vocational Business Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5399 - Diploma of Logistics
Course Contact: Sam Menai
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8805
Course Contact Email: sam.menai@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Wayne Beasy
Email: wayne.beasy@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 20
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to analyse and apply knowledge of logistics.
The application of this knowledge is required by people who are not currently specialists in the field but need the knowledge to inform their decision making.
The application of logistics knowledge is specific to a variety of component processes in logistical activities including the logistics support to operations, logistics support to capability and the application of logistics systems.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
TLIX4028 Apply knowledge of logistics |
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Element: |
1 Access and interpret relevant logistics information |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
2 Use knowledge of logistics |
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Learning Outcomes
This course is structured to provide students with the optimum learning experience in order to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to analyse and apply knowledge of logistics.
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.
The collaborative classroom based activities will include group discussion, group problem solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated/real workplace environment.
We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.
Teaching Schedule
The nominal hours associated with this are a guide only and represent the total teaching time and student effort required to successfully complete this course. This may include not only scheduled classes but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities. This course is co-delivered and co-assessed with BUSM8002C Manage Suppliers and BUSM8001C Manage Customer Service
Semester 1 - 2021 | ||||
Week |
Week Beginning |
Topic |
Learning Materials and Activities |
Assessment Remarks |
| 1 | 8 Feb 2021 | Introduction to Manage Customer Service, Suppliers and Apply Knowledge of Logistics | This week we will cover course requirements and support documents / resources. Including:
We introduce the topic of manage customer service, suppliers and apply knowledge of logistics and how this fits into the Diploma of Logistics. ACTIVITY – Week 1
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| 2 | 15 Feb 2021 2020 | Introduction to logistics |
This week we will explore the topic of logistics. We discuss logistic structures, providers, services, transport and logistics networks. ACTIVITY – Week 2 |
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| 3 | 22 Feb 2021 | Legislation & regulations in the logistics industry |
This week we will discuss legislations that apply to logistics, implementation & management of logistics, logistics industry authorities & regulators and application of international standards. ACTIVITY – Week 3 |
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| 4 | 1 March 2021 | Policies & procedures, monitoring & reporting in the logistics industry |
This week we will overview; Systems applied to the logistics industry, system capabilities & differences, planning, monitoring & evaluating systems available and continuous improvement application with policies, procedures & systems. ACTIVITY – Week 4 |
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| 5 | 8 March 2021 | Managing Customer Service |
This week we explore the topic of customer service. We distinguish the difference between internal and external customers/stakeholders, quality chains, the relationship between customer needs, preferences and satisfaction. ACTIVITY – Week 5
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| 6 | 15 March 2021 | Understanding What Motivates People and investigate supplier relationships |
This week we will be discussing what motivates people and customer needs. We also investigate how to create & manage supplier relationships. ACTIVITY – Week 6 |
Prepare for Assessment Task 1 Class activity |
| 7 | 22 March 2021 | Continuous Improvement for Customer Service |
This week we research how to meet internal and external customer requirements and continuously improve customer service through quality, time, costs and monitoring activities. ACTIVITY – Week 7
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| 8 | 29 March 2021 | Supply Chain Management |
This week we explore what is meant by supply management and quality assurance. We explore a variety of strategies to successfully manage suppliers. ACTIVITY – Week 8
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Assessment 1 Due |
Mid-semester break (1 April - 7 April 2021) | ||||
| 9 | 12 April 2021 | Managing Suppliers |
This week we will be discussing the processes involved in managing suppliers and the impact that suppliers and supplier relationships have on our businesses and our capability to service the requirements of our customers. We explore how to select appropriate suppliers and preparing prospective supplier lists. ACTIVITY – Week 9 |
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| 10 | 19 April 2021 | Organisational Policies and Strategies for managing suppliers |
This week we investigate organisational policies and procedures and benefits of having workplace policies and key legislation. We continue to discuss managing suppliers and strategies. ACTIVITY – Week 10 Post in week 7 Discussion board
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| 11 | 26 April 2021 | Service Level Agreements VS. Key Performance Indicators |
This week we discuss the differences between service level agreements (SLA’s) & key performance indicators (KPI’s) ACTIVITY – Week 11 |
Prepare for Assessment |
| 12 | 3 May 2021 | Introduction to Negotiation with suppliers. |
This week we explore the process of negotiating with suppliers. We will overview: price, supplier checks and developing supplier contracts. ACTIVITY – Week 12 Post in week 9 Discussion board
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| 13 | 10 May 2021 | Resolving Disagreements with Suppliers |
This week we continue to discuss the process of negotiating with suppliers and more specifically resolving disagreements. We explore a step by step process to resolving conflicts with suppliers. ACTIVITY – Week 13
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Assessment Task 2 Due this week |
| 14 | 17 May 2021 | Reviewing Performance of Suppliers& Ending Contracts | This week we will learn about monitoring and reviewing the performance of suppliers and how it is a key aspect of Supply Chain Operations and one that requires a range of skills, in particular relationship management. We also explore the process of ending supplier contracts ACTIVITY – Week 14 Post in week 11 Discussion board
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| 15 | 24 May 2021 | Assessment Task 3 in class | This week will be dedicated to submission of assessment in class | Assessment Task 3 Due this week |
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31 May 2021 |
Feedback, Resit, Resubmit |
Feedback and re-submission of assessments if needed |
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17 |
7 June 2021 |
Resit and Resubmit |
This week will be the final week for re-submission of assessments if needed |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of the requirements in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks, for example:
- direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
- review of final printed documents
- demonstration of techniques
- observation of presentations
- oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of software applications
You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Performanc Evidence
You must provide evidence of the ability to:
- adhere to relevant logistics requirements
- apply knowledge of logistics to assist in work and to guide problem solving
- demonstrate understanding of personal role in relation to wider organisational or project context
This evidence must be demonstrated over time and should be observed in a range of actual or simulated work contexts.
Knowledge Evidence
You must demonstrate evidence of the following required knowledge:
- Logistics information or information systems
- Logistics knowledge relevant to the work performed
- Logistics relevant to logistics support to capability and logistics support to operations
- Safety, legislative and statutory requirements, including environmental, sustainability issues relevant to logistics
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
Assessments
This course features 3 assessments tasks in this clustered course.
Students are required to complete all the below.
Assessment Task 1 – Knowledge Assessment
Date and time due: Week 8
Group or Individual: This is an Individual Assessment
Purpose:
This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge required to analyse and apply knowledge of logistics in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.
Assessment Task 2 – Customer Service Management Planning
Date and time due: Week 13
Group or Individual: This assignment is to be completed individually
Purpose:
This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to manage customer service as part of work undertaken in various contexts within the transport and logistics industry.
Assessment Task 3 – Supply Management
Date and time due: Week 15
Group or Individual: This assignment is to be completed individually
Purpose:
This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to manage suppliers in various contexts within the transport and logistics industry.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix that maps all the assessments is available on the LMS (Canvas).
Other Information
Submission Requirements
You should:
Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.
Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use the Assessment task document that includes a
declaration and statement of authorship.
Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for Special Consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Resubmissions (VE Programs):
If you are found to be unsuccessful in a particular Course Assessment Task (or you do not submit/attend) you will be allowed one resubmission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Grading & re-submissions
Successful re-submissions will contribute a CAG only (Competency Achieved Grading) result to your overall grade for the course
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
Marking Guide (Competency):
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
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