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Institute of Technology, Mechanisation and Construction Management (TST)

By mastering the subject Logistics, students will gain an understanding of one of the basic system sciences – logistics. They will grasp the principles and theories governing logistics systems, logistics chains, the creation of tangible and intangible flows, logistics approaches to solving operational, supply and transportation problems – with a practical focus on the construction industry. They become acquainted with the practical creation and subsequent use of logistic chains, particularly in the real-world operation of a building site. They will master the basis of the analysis of real systems and their de-aggregation. Students will also gain an understanding of selected topics concerning decision-making processes and selected operational research methods, mastering the options for their use in the preparation and realization of buildings and also with regard to building site equipment. They will be familiarized with the possibilities of using special simulation software for the simulation and modelling of chains, flows and processes. The output of this course takes the form of active participation in solving practical tasks during practical lessons, as well as four protocols from correctly completed assignments covering the subject topic.

Knowledge of construction technology, understanding of technological processes involved in the realization of buildings, as well as the knowledge needed for the preparation and operation of a building site. Understanding of matrix algebra and statistics.

Knowledge of mathematics – graph theory, game theory, stochastic, probability theory, linear and nonlinear programming.

The course takes the form of lectures, via the solution of assigned practical tasks and projects in practical classes, and also via self-study. There are books and electronic support materials, and individual presentations are also available. The attendance of lectures is recommended and is needed for the proficient completion of the tasks set in the practical lessons. Attendance of practical lessons is compulsory.

Continuous study and participation in lectures and practical classes is required for successful completion of the course. Students will demonstrate their knowledge by answering questions in an exam. The credit for the completion of practical classes is subject to regular and active attendance and the correct solution of tasks.

1. Introduction to the course. Theoretical fundamentals of logistics. The basics of systems theory and control theory – the role of feedback. The fundamentals of systems engineering. The basis of the theory of decision-making processes .
2. Logistics chains – principles and creation of chains. Logistics of tangible and intangible flows – material, information and financial flows. Analysis and reciprocal links. Logistics decomposition of a real corporate structure. Interaction of logistics and production management.
3. Mathematical methods of logistics. Modelling and simulation. The use of simulation programmes.
4. Decision-making processes in practice – relationships between decision making and management. The role of the Chinese postman and Travelling salesman problems. Their use in civil engineering practice – the management of building site operations and the supplying of construction work.
5. Operational research - principles and methods. Linear programming and its practical application.
6. The basics of graph theory. The basics of game theory. The fundamentals of queueing theory and its use in the operation of construction site equipment.
7. Practical tasks and objectives of logistics in business. Use of logistics in the system by which construction processes are managed.
8. Logistics and decision-making functions in the area of the management of building site equipment operation – the provision and management of supplies (warehouses), methods: KANBAN, Just In Time.

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The topic of the course is logistics as a modern scientific tool forming together with cybernetics the basis of the modern control and information systems.

Extent and forms are specified by guarantor’s regulation updated for every academic year.

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26 hours, compulsory

1. Logistics – a logistics decomposition of a system. Usage in the decomposition of the system of equipping a building site.
2. Logistics chains – internal relationships and relations with surroundings. Example of tangible and intangible flow solutions in real-world building sites and building execution.
3. Examples of operational analysis, decision theory and queueing theory. Solution of supply and transportation problems – application of the roles of the Chinese postman and the travelling salesman.
4. Programmes for logistics modelling. Simulation of examples from the area of queueing theory.
5. Simulation of examples from the area of queueing theory – concurrent production.
6. Simulation of a supply problem.
7. Simulation of an example of a logistics chain from the area of construction site equipment.
8. Simulation of an example of a logistics chain used in building execution.