Logistics Management Program Courses
Volunteer State Community College | Academic Business Division
LGM 130* Introduction to Logistics Management (3) This course examines the expanding field of efficient computer-supported warehouses and logistics from an operations management standpoint. Topics include supply chain management, order processing, traffic management, electronic data interchange, handling and tracking shipments, scheduling of work, diagramming work and product flow, safety programs, and security issues.
LGM 140*Transportation (3) This course examines the field of transportation including the various modes, estimating costs, regulation and deregulation of transportation, international and intermodal trends. Related content includes provider relations, contract and common carrier services, and the transportation challenges related to growing international trade.
LGM 150* Distribution Center & Warehouse Management (3) This course places emphasis on physical distribution, supply chain management, distribution centers and supply chain operations. Includes warehouse operations, inventory management, warehouse management systems using hardware/software applications, bar codes, effective organization structures, just-in-time logistics, continuous replenishment, and third-party logistics services. PREREQUISITE: LGM 130* or departmental approval.
LGM 276T* Special Topics in Logistics Management (1-3) This course explores relevant and changing topics in logistics management. Group projects, interaction with local industry, class lectures, case studies, as well as guest speakers, will allow students to understand, appreciate, and apply the information in these topics to their logistics careers. Topics will vary. PREREQUISITES: LGM 130*, LGM 140*, LGM 150* or departmental approval.
LGM 280* Logistics Management Cooperative Work Experience (3) A cooperative work experience in a warehouse or distribution center, transportation firm, or shipping center is required in this course. A training plan, the involvement of an on-the-job supervisor and a minimum of 200 hours of documented and evaluated work experience is required.
