Materials Management (LMGT 1321)

Instructor: James Battieste

Principles and concepts of Materials Management

This course introduces the concepts and principles of materials management to include inventory control and forecasting activities.

Program Learning Outcomes Completion of the FA program will offer students the opportunity to:

1. Solve transportation problems utilizing knowledge of world geography and the transportation system.

2. Explain the total supply chain management and function in distribution

3. Explain logistics/supply chain terms.

4. Demonstrate understanding of technological factors of logistics in international trade.

5. Apply forecasting techniques to various facets of supply chain management.

Course Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion:

1. Explain the various topic terms and how they relate to the overall concept of materials management.

2. Apply forecasting techniques related to inventory control.

3. Interpret the principles of materials handling as it relates to time, form, and place utility.