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SMF2300 - Route planning and optimization

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
School exam 100/100 4 hours A

Course content

  • Introduction to optimization theory - linear models with a focus on production planning
  • Introduction to spreadsheet modeling (Excel)
  • Traditional route planning problems (TSP and VRP) with different model formulations (Arc-flow and path-flow) and solution methods for these
  • Network models for use in optimization
  • Optimization and freight transport - distribution routes, transport network
  • Public transport route planning
  • Route planning in air transport

Learning outcome

It is expected that when the student completes this course, they should have:

Knowledge:

  • Basic understanding of optimization theory, with a focus on general production planning and distribution
  • understanding of basic models for route planning that are relevant for transport companies, with associated solution methods
  • theoretical understanding of tools and techniques for evaluating routes and distribution logistics

Skills:

  • Be able to present and evaluate production and distribution plans for a company based on linear optimization theory and models in Excel
  • be able to make decisions based on theory and understanding of existing infrastructure
  • be able to use relevant tools and models within transport as a basis for decisions
  • be able to analyze the organization’s needs for transport services

General competence:

be able to develop a broad understanding of route planning practice and be able to design transport plans that ensure business value in relation to time, customer service and good (optimal) resource utilization.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, Group work and mandatory assignments

Compulsory assignments

  • Compulsory assignment

Further on evaluation

100% digital school exam with obligatory tasks which must be approved before taking the exam. All help aids allowed

Re-take of the exam in August according to guidelines specified.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Logistics Management (BLOG)

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
SMF2012 5.0 AUTUMN 2018
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2023

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

Location: Gjøvik

Subject area(s)
  • Operations Research
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management

Timetable

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Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 A 2023-12-19 09:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
S314 Smaragd 3
M412-Eksamensrom 4.etg Mustad, Inngang A 0
S415 Smaragd 15
Summer UTS School exam 100/100 A INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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