2022-2023 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Supply Chain Management |
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SCM 540 - Supply Chain Management
Credit(s): 3
This course will examine the basics of Supply Chain Management from new development to working with existing supply chain networks. Topics will include supply chain strategies and design, evaluation and measurement, supplier interaction and support, global supply chain and location decision making processes, and best practices. FA, SU
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SCM 550 - Materials Management
Credit(s): 3
This course builds upon information from Supply Chain Management with emphasis on material management, manufacturing planning, control systems, purchasing, distribution, logistics transportation and warehouse distribution center (DC) management. The course will focus on materials management, production planning systems, material requirements planning (MRP)/capacity management, and inventory fundamentals, including physical inventory and warehouse management, just-in-time (JIT), Lean, total quality management (TQM), Kanban, and supply chain metrics. FA
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SCM 560 - Logistics in the Supply Chain
Credit(s): 3
This course will examine logistics in the supply chain. Logistics in the supply chain supports customer satisfaction by providing deliverables including transportation, order fulfillment, availability, order lead time and customer service goals. Emphasis is placed on planning the logistics network, measurement issues and practices in the supply chain, transportation cost drivers, order fulfillment process, third party logistics (3PL) and outsourcing, and logistics decision support systems. SP
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SCM 570 - Lean Principles in the Supply Chain
Credit(s): 3
This course will focus on achieving world-class levels of customer satisfaction, productivity and long-term growth through systematic prevention and elimination of waste and sustained continuous improvement. Topics include elimination of waste quality improvement, value stream mapping (VSM) value stream improvement process (VSIP), accelerated improvement workshops (AIW), total productive maintenance (TPM), and Six Sigma applications. FA
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SCM 580 - Strategic Procurement
Credit(s): 3
This course focuses on the best in class practices for acquisitions and procurement management. The course will cover topics including the contracting process, pricing, negotiations, and global sourcing. SP
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SCM 590 - Applied Concepts in Supply Chain Management
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to utilize strategic application of supply chain management concepts and knowledge. Topics and concepts may include supply chain management principles, demand planning, procurement, manufacturing and service operations, healthcare operations, logistics and transportation, inventory management, warehouse management, order fulfillment, customer relationship management, and quality improvement. FA, SP.
Prerequisite(s): Director approval
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Transportation |
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TRN 210 - Introduction to Transportation
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to the transportation industry, with focus on history, foundation and importance. This course will examine the operational nature of rail, marine, pipeline, motor, air and intermodal transport.
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TRN 310 - Transportation Management
Credit(s): 3
An examination of the managerial aspects of transportation as a function of logistics management. Provides a basic understanding of the operations performed and tactical decisions made by transportation managers.
Prerequisite(s): TRN 210 .
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TRN 320 - Business Logistics
Credit(s): 3
Focuses on the planning, implementation, and control of logistics functions, including inbound and outbound transportation management, fleet management, warehousing, network design, and inventory management.
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TRN 330 - Transportation Economics and Public Policy
Credit(s): 3
An examination of the role and function of transportation in the national and global economy, with special focus public policy issues, supply chain relationships, and environmental impact.
Prerequisite(s): TRN 210 .
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TRN 350 - International Transportation and Logistics
Credit(s): 3
An analysis of transportation and logistical activities in international and global environments. Content will focus on international procurement and sourcing strategies, international and global distribution channels, international transportation tactics and strategies, intermodal operations, and import and export policies and procedures. Special attention is placed on current global events and their effect on international transportation and logistics management.
Prerequisite(s): TRN 210 .
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TRN 460 - Seminar in Transportation
Credit(s): 3
A seminar providing an in-depth review and analysis of the industry evolution and application of various modes of transportation via the review of current literature and interaction with industry professionals. In addition, case studies will be utilized to bring a focus on the value phenomenon of the transportation industry and its’ key role in the pursuit of not only just-in-time strategies, but also the organizational efficiencies of the complete supply chain function. This course will also apply planning and management tools to define and solve a credible transportation problem. Verbal and written skills will be required to present and defend these proposed solutions.
Prerequisite(s): TRN 210 ; Junior or Senior Status.
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Women’s and Gender Studies |
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WGS 101 - Introduction to Women’s Studies
Credit(s): 3
This course provides an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of women’s studies. Readings in feminist theory and research, autobiography, and the history of women’s rights activism will provide a framework for an investigation of major themes in women’s lives. Using contemporary cultures of the United States as our primary field of study, we will also explore dominant ideas about gender, one of the primary terms through which human beings articulate identity, define social roles, and assign status. We will consider as well how notions of gender intersect with other components of experiences such as those related to nationality, culture, ethnicity, race, class, age, religion, and sexuality. Fulfills specialized valuing general education requirement. FA
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WGS 220 - Masculinities
Credit(s): 3
The course introduces students to main categories, topics, and research of masculinity studies. Through theoretical readings and discussions of popular culture, we will focus on the central debates around men and masculinities. We will examine the following questions:
- How is masculinity constructed and maintained in society?
- How do we learn to be men and play masculinity in everyday life?
- How do race, class, ethnicity, and sexuality affect our masculinities?
- What is the relationship between masculinity and sexed bodies?
- Analyzing male sexuality, intimacy, violence, homophobia, and gender equality, we will pay considerable attention to different forms of masculinity and masculinity politics in the contemporary world.
SP
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WGS 470 - Gender Theory
Credit(s): 3
This course builds upon the understanding of gender studies introduced in WGS 101 . Odd springs. SP
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