Logistics and Supply Chain Technology

Lawson State Community College

Short-Term CertificateNon-degree

The Logistics and Supply Chain Technology Short Certificate (28 credit hours) prepares students to manage and coordinate logistical functions in an enterprise, ranging from acquisitions to receiving, internal allocation, and delivery. Coursework includes Workplace Essential Skills, Introduction to Logistics, Warehouse Operations I and II, Supply Chain Fundamentals/Management, Purchasing in Logistics, Lean Manufacturing & Industrial Safety, and Introduction to Robotics, plus warehouse logistics.

Credits

28 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

ORI 101Orientation

1 cr

LGT 106Workplace Essentials

3 cr

LGT 108Introduction to Logistics

3 cr

LGT 110Warehouse Operations I

3 cr

LGT 111Warehouse Operations II

3 cr

LGT 114Supply Chain Fundamentals/Management

3 cr

LGT 115Purchasing in Logistics

3 cr

AUT 102Lean Manufacturing and Industrial Safety

3 cr

AUT 116Introduction to Robotics

3 cr

Program Details

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Logistics and Supply Chain Technology

Lawson State Community College

Short-Term CertificateNon-degree

Credits

28 credits

Format

In-Person

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSpeakingMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingCoordinationJudgment and Decision MakingSystems AnalysisSystems EvaluationTime ManagementWriting

Knowledge

English LanguageAdministration and ManagementCustomer and Personal ServiceTransportationMathematicsComputers and ElectronicsProduction and ProcessingAdministrative

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionInformation OrderingProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionNear VisionInductive ReasoningSpeech ClarityWritten ExpressionSelective AttentionMathematical ReasoningTrunk StrengthManual DexterityExtent Flexibility

Tasks

Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer's key personnel involved in, or
Develop an understanding of customers' needs and take actions to ensure that such needs are met.
Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and ser
Maintain databases of logistics information.
Remotely monitor the flow of vehicles or inventory, using Web-based logistics information systems to
Communicate with or monitor service providers, such as ocean carriers, air freight forwarders, globa
Complete order receipts.
Answer customers' questions about merchandise and advise customers on merchandise selection.
Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies to customers or coworkers, based on inf
Distribute production schedules or work orders to departments.
Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, backlo
Review documents, such as production schedules, work orders, or staffing tables, to determine person

Technology

Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain softwareData base user interface and query softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareBusiness intelligence and data analysis softwareEnterprise system management softwareObject or component oriented development softwareGeographic information systemProcess mapping and design softwareDesktop communications softwareElectronic mail softwareWord processing softwareOperating system softwareInventory management softwareDocument management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing software

Tools

Desktop computersLaptop computersLiquid crystal display LCD video projectorsPersonal computer platformsPersonal computersTeradyne CatalystTeradyne J750 testersUniversal serial bus USB flash drivesWorkstation platformsComputer data input scannersComputer laser printersLaser facsimile machinesMulti-line telephone systemsPhotocopiersPhotocopying equipment10-key calculatorsBaling equipmentBarcode scannersBox cuttersCherry pickersComputer inkjet printersConvertible hand trucksConveyor beltsCopy machinesDouble deckersElectric cash registersElectric hoistsElectric marking toolsElectric pallet jacksNotebook computers

Work Values

IndependenceAchievementRecognitionRelationshipsWorking ConditionsSupport

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

Customer relationship records — maintain accurately using CRM software under supervisor guidance in a logistics support role.
Customer needs documentation — gather and organize by reviewing service requests and intake forms within an established logistics operation.
Subcontractor proposals — review and summarize key terms and performance specifications under the direction of a senior logistician.
Cost estimate documentation — compile supporting data and format draft proposals following standard templates in a logistics department.
Logistics performance data — collect and enter KPIs against service agreements into tracking spreadsheets for supervisor review.
Materials and supply records — monitor inventory levels and flag allocation discrepancies using ERP software under direct oversight.
Goods movement routes — identify inefficiencies in existing transportation plans by analyzing route data with guidance from experienced staff.
Written summaries of logistics solutions — draft for internal review using standard office suite and email software in a professional business setting.
Transportation and geography knowledge — apply foundational understanding to assist in scheduling freight movements across regional distribution networks.
Business intelligence dashboards — navigate and interpret pre-built reports to support data needs of the logistics team under supervision.

Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

ORI 101Orientation

1 cr

LGT 106Workplace Essentials

3 cr

LGT 108Introduction to Logistics

3 cr

LGT 110Warehouse Operations I

3 cr

LGT 111Warehouse Operations II

3 cr

LGT 114Supply Chain Fundamentals/Management

3 cr

LGT 115Purchasing in Logistics

3 cr

AUT 102Lean Manufacturing and Industrial Safety

3 cr

AUT 116Introduction to Robotics

3 cr

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

No detailed information available.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

No scholarships listed.

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