IDENTIFYING DATA 2021_22
Subject (*) TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS Code 20725116
Study programme
Technology and Engineering Management (2017)
 Cycle 2nd
Descriptors Credits Type Year Period
3 Compulsory First 1Q
Language
Anglès
Department Economics
Chemical Engineering
Coordinator
FLORES FILLOL, RICARDO
 E-mail ricardo.flores@urv.cat
franciscojose.sune@urv.cat
Lecturers
FLORES FILLOL, RICARDO
SUÑÉ GRANDE, FRANCISCO JOSÉ
Web http://http://gandalf.fee.urv.cat/professors/RicardoFlores/index.html
General description and relevant information <div>During the academic year 2021-22 this subject will exceptionally be taught online, also included assessment. The assessment will be in this exceptional period according the section `Assessment. Other comments and second call” by the title: ASSESSMENT ONLINE TEACHING 2021-22 COURSE</div><div><br /></div><div>____________________</div><div><br /></div><div>GENERAL DESCRIPTION. General overview of transportation management, both from an Economics and Logistics viewpoint. </div>

Competences
Type A Code Competences Specific
 A1.2 Recognise the logistical complexity of technology companies, apply advanced techniques for managing the supply chain and develop new techniques in response to the challenges of technological change and ill-defined environments.
 A1.5 Analyse the complexity of the micro- and macroeconomic and legal environment of technology and innovation companies in a changing and ill-defined context.
Type B Code Competences Transversal
 B3.1 Work in multidisciplinary teams and in complex contexts.
 B3.2 Develop abilities to manage their professional career.
Type C Code Competences Nuclear

Learning outcomes
Type A Code Learning outcomes
 A1.2 Diagnose and propose solutions to the different logistical problems that a technological and industrial company faces in a changing context of innovation.
 A1.5 Understand the current legislation regarding security, the environment and employment law in relation to the transport of goods.
Type B Code Learning outcomes
 B3.1 Organise logistical processes while working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
 B3.2 Take responsibility for the overall result of teamwork and not merely for the part that was done personally.
Resolve disputes that arise during teamwork in a constructive, ethically responsible manner whilst taking into account the multicultural and multidisciplinary nature of the team
Type C Code Learning outcomes

Contents
Topic Sub-topic
SECTION 1: TRANSPORTATION ECONOMICS (1,5 ECTS)
1.1. Transportation networks
1.2. Carrier consolidation (alliances, mergers, and hybrid forms of cooperation)
1.3. Business models (network, regional, and low-cost)
1.4. Congestion in urban and air transportation
1.5. Infrastructure access pricing
SECTION 2: LOGISTICS (1,5 ECTS)
2.1. Supply chain design
2.2. Supply chain logistics; transportation modes
2.3. Incoterms
2.4. 3rd and 4th party logistic collaboration
2.5. Continuous improvement; LEAN philosophy
2.6. Quality, safety, and environment

Planning
Methodologies  ::  Tests
  Competences (*) Class hours
 Hours outside the classroom
 (**) Total hours
Introductory activities
A1.2
 1 0 1
Lecture
A1.2
A1.5
B3.1
B3.2
 12 17 29
Problem solving, exercises
A1.2
A1.5
B3.1
B3.2
 2 12 14
Personal attention
1 0 1
Practical cases/ case studies
A1.2
A1.5
B3.1
B3.2
 12 16 28
 
Mixed tests
A1.2
A1.5
 2 0 2
 
(*) On e-learning, hours of virtual attendance of the teacher.
(**) The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies
Methodologies
  Description
Introductory activities General presentation.
Lecture Presentation of the main descriptive and analytical elements.
Problem solving, exercises Students analyse and solve problems or practical exercises related to the subject.
Personal attention Personal guidance and problem-solving.
Practical cases/ case studies Examination of a (real or simulated) situation in which students have to find a solution to the case, respond to a series of specific questions and make an overall reflection.

Personalized attention
Description
The times for personalized attention will be made clear during the first lecture.

This academic course, the consultation will be online.

Assessment
Methodologies Competences Description Weight        
Practical cases/ case studies
A1.2
A1.5
B3.1
B3.2
 Examination of a (real or simulated) situation in which students have to find a solution to the case, respond to a series of specific questions and make an overall reflection. 60
Mixed tests
A1.2
A1.5
 These tests combine extended answers, objective short answers and multiple choice. 40
Others  
 
Other comments and second exam session

- There is a minimim attendance requirement of 80% to gain access to 1st-call evaluation (i.e., continuous assessment).

- The second-call final exam will account for 100% of the mark.

- During exams, mobile telephones, tablets, and any other electronic devices must be turned off and placed out of sight, unless they are explicitly authorized by the lecturer.

ASSESSMENT of ONLINE TEACHING 2021-22 COURSE

This academic year the assessment will be done online.

Sources of information

Basic

Papers, articles, and specific materials, whose references will be given during the course lectures.
Complementary

1) “Airport congestion and airline network structure” (Xavier Fageda and Ricardo Flores-Fillol), 2017, in John D. Bitzan and James H. Peoples, Ed., The Economics of Airport Operations -- Advances in Airline Economics 6, 335-359, Emerald Publishing Limited (ISBN: 978-1-78714-498-9).

2) “Joint ventures in the transatlantic airline market” (Xavier Fageda, Ricardo Flores-Fillol, and Bernd Theilen), 2019, in Kevin Cullinane, Ed., The Economics of Air Transport in Europe -- Advances in Airline Economics 8, Emerald Publishing Limited (ISBN: 978-1-78973-282-5).

3) “Dealing with negative externalities: Low emission zones vs. congestion tolls” (joint with Valeria Bernardo and Xavier Fageda), forthcoming, in R. Vickerman, Ed., Encyclopedia of Transportation, Elsevier.

4) “Lectures on Urban Economics” (Jan K. Brueckner), 2011, MIT Press, Cambridge.
Recommendations
(*)The teaching guide is the document in which the URV publishes the information about all its courses. It is a public document and cannot be modified. Only in exceptional cases can it be revised by the competent agent or duly revised so that it is in line with current legislation.