Base Knowledge
Not applicable
Teaching Methodologies
In this curricular unit, the following teaching methods are used:
1. Verbal methods, using exposition, explanation, dialogue, debate and interrogation; 2. Intuitive methods, using audiovisual media, written texts and demonstrative examples;
3. Active methods, with group work and case studies.
Learning Results
At the end of the course, students are expected to be able to:
a) Understand the fundamental concepts of logistics and value chain;
b) Explore tools and practices to optimize logistics operations;
c) Analyze real cases of efficient value chain management;
d) Apply concepts to create value throughout the logistics chain;
e) Understand the positioning of the Logistics function within the organization, its strategic role, and its contribution to the organization’scompetitiveness;
f) Recognize the importance of performance evaluation systems within the logistics function;g) Acquire Lean Management concepts;
h) Independently investigate, make well-founded value judgments, and communicate clearly both in writing and orally.
Program
1. Introduction to Logistics
1.1 Historical Evolution
2. Logistics – Scope of Action
2.1 Logistics in the Value Chain
2.2 Logistics Activities – Inventory Management
3. Introduction to Lean Thinking
3.1 Continuous Improvement
3.2 Principles and Basic Concepts of Lean Production
3.3 Lean Tools
4. Reverse Logistics and Sustainability
5. Performance Evaluation of Operations
5.1 Productivity
5.2 Key Performance Indicators
6. Future Trends in Logistics within the Value Chain
Grading Methods
- - Completion of one (1) mandatory individual written test (accounting for 40% of the final grade) - 40.0%
- - -Formula for the final grade in continuous assessment = Written test 40% + 1st Group assignment 30% + 2nd Group assignment 30%. -A student will pass the continuous assessment method if the final grade is equal to or greater than 9.5 points. -Failure to attend any of the assessment components (including the presentation of assignments) results in exclusion from the continuousassessment. - 0.0%
- - Completion and defense of two (2) mandatory group assignments (each accounting for 30% of the final grade) - 60.0%
- - 2.The student will have approval by the final evaluation method per exam if the exam score is equal to or higher than 9,5 values. - 0.0%
- - A written examination with a weighting of 100% in the classification - 100.0%
Internship(s)
NAO
Bibliography
Carvalho, J. (Coord.). (2020). Logística e Gestão da Cadeia de Abastecimento (3.ª ed.). Edições Sílabo.
Pinto, J. (2014). Pensamento Lean (6.ª ed.). Lidel.
Reis, R. (2017). Manual de Logística: Teoria e prática. Editorial Presença.
Womack, J., Roos, D., & Jones, D. (2023). A Máquina que Mudou o Mundo (2.ª ed