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TS200314

Supply chain and transport logistics

Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Course start Spring 2026
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English
Location Ålesund
Examination arrangement Aggregate score

About

About the course

Course content

  • Types of material flow in logistics
  • Logistics performance measurement system in the maritime sector
  • Forecasts, inventory management, production planning, distribution, and purchasing in maritime logistics
  • Value of ICT in maritime logistics
  • Value creation in the maritime industry within supply chain perspective
  • Sustainable maritime logistics as a competitive strategy
  • Generic supply chain strategies and related concepts
  • Return logistics and circular economy principles
  • Environment issues in transport sector
  • Ports as gateways of goods for export and import
  • Intermodal transportation and containerization

Learning outcome

  • Learning Outcome - Knowledge: - Apply scientific methodology and methods for developing comprehensive written reports focused on maritime logistics.- Understand and interpret international and national regulations for sustainable and environmentally responsible development within maritime logistics.- Independently update knowledge within the field through literature searches, engagement with academic and industry communities, and reflective practice.
  • Learning Outcomes - Skills: - Utilize foundational theories and findings from applied research to effectively plan and manage sustainable logistics chains within the maritime sector. - Demonstrate competence in forecasting, inventory management, production planning, and distribution, specific to maritime logistics. - Deliver structured written and oral presentations on complex topics related to maritime logistics and contribute to strategic planning within organizations.
  • Learning Outcomes - Competence: - Engage in professional discussions with a clear understanding of sustainable and competitive strategies in maritime logistics, including circular economy and return logistics principles.- Convey specialized knowledge in intermodal transportation, ports as trade gateways, and environmental issues in logistics, both in writing and orally.- Foster sustainable innovation by adapting supply chain strategies and contributing to the development of good practice in maritime logistics.

Learning methods and activities

Educational methods: Lecture, group exercises

Further on evaluation

3 hour individual school exam (60%) Folders (40%) Students will prepare 1 group work in a folder. Group work is included in the assessment, and participants in each group get the same grade. Both exam and folder must be passed.

New and postponed exam: it is possible to take a written 3-hour school exam as a postponed exam. If a group has not received a passing grade on one or more of the answers in the folder, the group can, on the condition that all group members agree, be allowed to submit a folder with improved work in case of a postponed exam. If the student waits until the next ordinary exam, a new task must be solved. The student has the right to a postponed exam only in the part where the student has had a valid absence or has failed. New and postponed exams are organized the following semester.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Shipping management (432SM)

Required previous knowledge

TS200214 - Maritime procurement and supplier relations.

Course materials

Will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Subject areas

  • Nautic

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Ocean Operations and Civil Engineering

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades

Re-sit examination - Autumn 2025

School exam
Weighting 60/100 Examination aids Code D Date 2025-12-05 Time 09:00 Duration 3 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment
Place and room for school exam

The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.

Gnisten/Fagskolen
Room G132
1 candidate
Portfolio
Weighting 40/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

School exam
Weighting 60/100 Examination aids Code D Duration 3 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment Place and room Not specified yet.
Portfolio
Weighting 40/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment