Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
5ITL301Warehouse Management3+0+03624.04.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program International Trade and Logistics (English)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of warehouse management principles and practices, enabling them to effectively design, operate, and optimize warehouse operations to meet organizational goals.
Course Content Introduction to warehouse operations and layout optimization. Focus on inventory management, operational processes, safety protocols, and technology integration within warehouse settings.
Course Methods and Techniques 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 3. Problem Solving, 4. Case Study, 5. Project-Based Learning, 6. Collaborative Learning, 7. Individual Study, 8. Question and Answer, 9. Experiential Learning, 10. Brainstorming
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof. Muhammet Ali AYTAÇ ali.aytac@gedik.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Mangan & Lalwani (2020) Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Wiley)
Langley et al. (2020) Supply Chain Management: A Logistics Perspective (Cengage)
Course Notes "Warehouse Management: A Complete Guide to Improving Efficiency and Minimizing Costs in the Modern Warehouse" by Gwynne Richards 2021
Documents Ders Sunumları

Course Category
Social Sciences %20
Field %80

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 20
Assignment 2 % 10
Attendance 1 % 5
Project 1 % 15
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
6
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 13 2 26
Assignments 2 10 20
Mid-terms 1 20 20
Project 1 20 20
Final examination 1 25 25
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 6 153

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Students will be able to explain the strategic importance of warehouse management and its fundamental processes within the supply chain.
2 Students will be able to analyze different warehouse layout designs, storage, and handling equipment, and make appropriate selections.
3 Students will be able to evaluate the functions of warehouse information systems (WMS) and their operational integration.
4 Students will be able to develop strategies for managing warehouse costs, measuring performance, and implementing improvements.
5 Students will be able to gain knowledge about occupational health and safety, environmental sustainability, and future warehouse technologies.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) Intr Presantation
2 Role of the Warehouse Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH1 Lecture Presantation
3 Processes I: Receiving and put-away Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH3 Lecture Presentation
4 Processes II: Pick preparation Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH4 Lecture Presentation
5 Picking strategies and equipment Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 4. Case Study, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH5 Lecture Presantation
6 Order Picking Methods Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 7. Individual Study, 8. Q&A The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH6 Lecture Presentation
7 From replenishment to despatch and beyond (incl. returns) Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH7 Lecture Presantation
8 Information systems in the warehouse (WMS) Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 9. Experiential Learning, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Guest Spiker will join. Gwynne (2022) CH8 Lecture Presantation
9 Warehouse Layout Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 3. Problem Solving, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH9 Lecture Presantation
10 Storage and handling equipment Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 9. Experiential Learning, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH10 Lecture Presantation
11 Resourcing a Warehouse Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH11 Lecture Presantation
12 Warehouse Costs; Performance Measurement and Management Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH12-13 Lecture Presentation
13 Health & Safety; Environment; The Warehouse of the Future Method used: 1. Lecture, 2. Discussion, 8. Q&A, 10. Brainstorming The relevant chapter must be read in advance. Gwynne (2022) CH15-16 Lecture Presantation
14 Student Presantations Method used: 4. Case Study, 5. Project-Based Learning, 6. Collaborative Learning,

 
Sustainable Development Goals
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
All 5 4 4 2 3 3 3 3 3 4
C1 5 5 5 1 2 1 3 1 3 4
C2 5 4 4 3 3 2 4 3 2 4
C3 5 3 4 1 1 5 2 5 1 5
C4 4 3 4 2 3 5 2 3 2 5
C5 4 4 4 3 3 1 3 1 5 3

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