Credits Catalogue Description Study of the various types of transportation systems available to enterprises for distributive services. Analysis of distribution alternatives is stressed, emphasizing design of economic and control systems encountered. Description and Approach Study of the various elements of distribution systems, including demand analysis, customer service aspects, freight modes and rates, local delivery routes, warehouse operations, facility location, and inventory service levels.
Emphasis is on an integrated approach to analysis and design of distribution networks.
The basic concepts in each area are presented in lectures. Students perform computational exercises, library research, and present results. Selected examples of student work are discussed in class. ISyE 6515 Syllabus.pdf , which contains the syllabus in the Adobe Acrobat 3.0 PDF format and can be printed on any postscript compatible printer.