Logistics Management (English)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

ILOG468

Course Name:

Cold Chain Logistics

Course Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Assoc. Prof. AHMET MURAT KÖSEOĞLU

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to understand and describe to the students the basics of cold chain, cold chain logistics products, use of technology in cold chain logistics, cold chain logistics packaging systems, storage and transportation systems in cold chain logistics, identify key cold chain equipment, describe best practices for handling, storage and distribution in cold chain, identify the key aspects of quality and monitoring systems in cold chain, cold chain logistics problems.

Course Content:

• Define basic concepts of cold chain logistics products.
• Recognize cold chain logistics packaging and storage systems.
• Identify transport modes used on cold products transportation.
• Use the technology necessities in cold chain logistics
• Describe best practices for handling.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) • Define basic concepts of cold chain logistics products.
2) • Recognize cold chain logistics packaging and storage systems.
3) • Identify transport modes used on cold products transportation.
4) • Use the technology necessities in cold chain logistics
5) • Describe best practices for handling
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	• Define supply chain. • Define cold chain logistics. • Describe cold chain logistics place in supply chain management. • List materials used in cold chain logistics. • List products transported in cold chain logistics • Discuss Syllabus • Explain supply chain • Explain cold chain logistics • Explain standard, cool, cold and freeze products. • List types of products in cold chain logistics
2)	• Define cooling cycle elements • List name of cooling cycle elements (compressors, condenser, evaporator etc.) • Describe different cooling cycle elements for different products • Explain usage areas of each cooling cycle elements • Show advantages and disadvantages of each cooling cycle elements • Analyze cooling cycle elements for different sectors • Summarize the properties of each cooling cycle elements	Review the Syllabus
3)	• List types of refrigerants used in cold chain logistics sector • Define types of refrigerants used in cold chain logistics sector • Determine advantages and disadvantages of refrigerants • Explain the types of refrigerants used in cold chain logistics sector • Explain the usage area of each types of refrigerants • Show and list the properties of each types of refrigerants • Summarize commonly used refrigerants	Homework: reviewing and practicing current class session Read Lecturer’s notes Summarize what they saw in the movie
4)	• List types of new generation refrigerants used in cold chain logistics sector • Classify new generation refrigerants used in cold chain logistics sector • Determine advantages and disadvantages of new generation refrigerants • Explain the environmental effects of refrigerants used in cold chain logistics sector • Explain application area of refrigerants • Classify refrigerants in terms of safety • Describe refrigerant’s residual	Homework: reviewing and practicing current class session Read Lecturer’s notes
5)	• Describe malfunction and maintenance in cold chain systems • Describe security to find malfunction • Define logical approach to find malfunction • List and explain the steps of logical approach to find malfunction • Explain problem identification and data collection • Explain data analysis • Explain how to repair the system and control the results • Summarize rules to be following during malfunction finding	Homework: reviewing and practicing current class session Read Lecturer’s notes
6)	• Define automation systems for cold chain logistics products • List basic types of control systems for cold chain logistics products • List temperature measuring instruments • Explain industrial automation • Explain machine PLC • Describe automation in cold chain • Explain temperature measuring instruments and their calibration	Homework: reviewing and practicing current class session Read Lecturer’s notes
7)	• Evaluate students with midterm exam • Define cold chain logistics • List name of cooling cycle elements (compressors, condenser, evaporator etc.) • Determine advantages and disadvantages of refrigerants • Classify new generation refrigerants used in cold chain logistics sector • Define logical approach to find malfunction • List temperature measuring instruments • Recognize the subjects of the first 8 weeks • Explain standard, cool, cold and freeze products. • Show advantages and disadvantages of each cooling cycle elements • Summarize commonly used refrigerants • Classify refrigerants in terms of safety • List and explain the steps of logical approach to find malfunction Describe automation in cold chain • Describe automation in cold chain	Homework: reviewing and practicing current class session Read Lecturer’s notes
8)	• Define packaging systems for cold chain logistics products • List basic types of cold chain packaging systems • Explain each types of cold chain packaging systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of thermal packaging systems • Discuss the best applications for each type.	Homework: reviewing and practicing current class session Read Lecturer’s notes
9)	• Define storage systems for cold chain logistics products • List basic types of cold chain storage systems • Explain each types of cold chain storage systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of cold chain storage systems • Discuss the best applications for each type.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session and reviewing and practicing current class session
10)	• Define handling systems for cold chain logistics products • List basic types of cold chain handling systems • Explain each types of cold chain handling systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of cold chain handling systems • Discuss the best applications for each type.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session and reviewing and practicing current class session
11)	• Define transportation systems for cold chain logistics products • List types of vehicles used for cold chain transportation systems • Explain each types of cold chain transportation systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of cold chain transportation systems • Discuss the best applications for each type.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session and reviewing and practicing current class session
11)	• Define transportation systems for cold chain logistics products • List types of vehicles used for cold chain transportation systems • Explain each types of cold chain transportation systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of cold chain transportation systems • Discuss the best applications for each type.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session and reviewing and practicing current class session
12)	• Define transportation systems for cold chain logistics products • List types of vehicles used for cold chain transportation systems • Explain each types of cold chain transportation systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of cold chain transportation systems • Discuss the best applications for each type.	Homework: assigned reading for next class session and reviewing and practicing current class session
13)	• Define the term project • Describe the term project • Represent the term project • Analyze the term project • Discuss with student project teams about their analysis of a logistics company • Evaluate cold chain logistics Project Presentations • Explain the term project object • Illustrate the term project • Solve problem in term project	Homework: assigned reading for next class session and reviewing and practicing current class session
14)	• Define the term project • Describe the term project • Represent the term project • Analyze the term project • Discuss with student project teams about their analysis of a logistics company • Evaluate cold chain logistics Project Presentations • Explain the term project object • Illustrate the term project • Solve problem in term project	Individual Study Visualize the term project
15)	• Evaluate students with final exam • Define packaging systems for cold chain logistics products • List basic types of cold chain storage systems • List basic types of cold chain handling systems • Define transportation systems for cold chain logistics products • Explain your term project • Explain each types of cold chain packaging systems • Explain each types of cold chain storage systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of cold chain handling systems • Summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of cold chain transportation systems	Individual Study Visualize the term project

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	The institution recognizes the use of the textbook in the classroom as part of the educational methodology and strategy applied in diverse materials. The textbook is part of the curriculum and is used to reach the student in an effective manner in the classroom. Every student is expected to acquire and use the textbook.
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Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Discloses basic knowledge of international logistics, including development process, new and determinative concepts, scientific methodology, theory and models of logistics discipline.
2) Uses appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in relevant areas, interpret the results and suggest solutions.
3) Designs a logistics system that will support the business mission and objectives.
4) Identifies uncertainties in the logistics and supply chain processes and takes measures to mitigate risks.
5) Can discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and experience to successfully build and develop self-employment.
6) Analyzes the complex and rapidly changing conditions, the dynamics of the national / international business world, the relevant international logistics and supply chain environment
7) Can translate and explain the contents of documents written in English related to the field.
8) Communicates in written and spoken English with people of different social backgrounds, has global competence in tracking and interpreting global dynamics in logistics and supply chain fields.
9) Can demonstrate personal, professional, social and work ethic standards, assesses the ethical dimensions of the various applications in relevant fields, and becomes aware of the importance of ethical behavior in the process of collecting value added.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Discloses basic knowledge of international logistics, including development process, new and determinative concepts, scientific methodology, theory and models of logistics discipline.	3
2)	Uses appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in relevant areas, interpret the results and suggest solutions.	3
3)	Designs a logistics system that will support the business mission and objectives.	2
4)	Identifies uncertainties in the logistics and supply chain processes and takes measures to mitigate risks.	3
5)	Can discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and experience to successfully build and develop self-employment.	2
6)	Analyzes the complex and rapidly changing conditions, the dynamics of the national / international business world, the relevant international logistics and supply chain environment	2
7)	Can translate and explain the contents of documents written in English related to the field.	3
8)	Communicates in written and spoken English with people of different social backgrounds, has global competence in tracking and interpreting global dynamics in logistics and supply chain fields.	1
9)	Can demonstrate personal, professional, social and work ethic standards, assesses the ethical dimensions of the various applications in relevant fields, and becomes aware of the importance of ethical behavior in the process of collecting value added.	1

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Homework
Problem Solving
Project preparation
Report Writing
Q&A / Discussion
Technical Tour
Internship/Onsite Practice

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Individual Project
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Presentation	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 40
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	16	48
Study Hours Out of Class	16	96
Presentations / Seminar	1	15
Midterms	1	15
Final	1	20
Total Workload		194