Principles of SC&IS I

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Initial course on principles of supply chain and information systems with special emphasis on potential research topics. SC&IS 520 Principles of SC&IS I (3) This is the first of two courses covering principles, research problems and issues in supply chain and information systems. The course familiarizes students with a wide range of appropriate research topics and prepares them to initiate doctoral level research in these areas. Topics include: logistics network design, transportation and distribution, management production and inventory management, supply chain integration and coordination, workflow systems, and process and data modeling of information systems.Evaluation methods include homework assignments, research paper(s), presentations, and class participation and discussion.Offered in the fall semester only. SC&IS 510 is a prerequisite.