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0.00 - 6.00 Credits
Individual advanced study of a topic in transportation systems, selected with the approval of the instructor.
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Prereq: Permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
Survey of Operations Research models and techniques developed for a variety of problems arising in logistical planning of multi-echelon systems. Focus on planning models for production/inventory/distribution strategies in general multi-echelon multi-item systems. Topics include vehicle routing problems, dynamic lot sizing inventory models, stochastic and deterministic multi-echelon inventory systems, the bullwhip effect, pricing models, and integration problems arising in supply chain management. Probability and linear programming experience required.
Prerequisite:
Prereq: Permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
Focus on theoretical work for studying operations planning and control problems. Topics vary from year to year, and include supply chain design and coordination, logistic and distribution systems, make-to-order systems, call centers and service operations, procurement, pricing, revenue management, the sales/production interface, inventory theory, flexible manufacturing systems.
Prerequisite:
Prereq: 15.081J or 6.251J, 6.436J; or permission of instructor
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2.00 Credits
Exploration of the technological and managerial issues involved in the design and operation of distribution and logistics physical facilities and associated information technology in an enterprise wise supply chain. Includes day-long site visits to logistics operations in the local area, as well as day-long software tutorials on commercial-grade software packages used in the design of logistics networks. The curriculum also includes lectures and case studies from faculty and professional logistics consultants focusing on the design and operation of efficient logistics facilities.
Prerequisite:
Prereq: 1.260J or permission of instructor
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2.00 Credits
Focuses on effective supply chain strategies for companies that operate globally, with emphasis on how to plan and integrate supply chain components into a coordinated system. Students are exposed to concepts and models important in supply chain planning with emphasis on key tradeoffs and phenomena. Introduces and utilizes key tactics such as risk pooling and inventory placement, integrated planning and collaboration, and information sharing. Lectures, computer exercises, and case discussions introduce various models and methods for supply chain analysis and optimization. Recommended for Operations Management concentrators. First half-term subject.
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Prereq: 1.260J, 15.760, or 15.761
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2.00 Credits
Focuses on decision making for system design, as it arises in manufacturing systems and supply chains. Students exposed to frameworks and models for structuring the key issues and trade-offs. Presents and discusses new opportunities, issues and concepts introduced by the internet and e-commerce. Introduces various models, methods and software tools for logistics network design, capacity planning and flexibility, make-buy, and integration with product development. Industry applications and cases illustrate concepts and challenges. Recommended for Operations Management concentrators. Second half-term subject.
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Prereq: 1.260, 15.760, or 15.761
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3.00 Credits
Focuses on the theory of urban land and housing markets, and the spatial development of cities. Examines the roles played by transportation systems and local governments in shaping urban location patterns. Discusses interregional competition, economic development, and the migration of labor and capital. Students taking the graduate version complete additional assignments.
Prerequisite:
Prereq: 14.04, 14.32
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3.00 Credits
Surveys theories of regional growth, factor mobility, clustering, industrial restructuring, learning regions, and global supply chains from a political-economy perspective. Examines/critiques multipliers, linkages, and supply chains used to assess employment and environmental impacts, energy and infrastructure investments, and accounting issues related to the underground economy, work in the home, and environmental degradation. Assesses price indices, industrial location and employment measures, and shift-share analyses. Discussions of US and foreign applications.
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Prereq: 14.03, 14.04
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2.00 Credits
Reviews regional economic theories and models and provides students with experience in using alternative economic impact assessment models on microcomputers. Problem sets are oriented around infrastructure, housing, energy, and environmental issues. Students work with a client generally in Boston and make a presentation to the client. Emphasis on written and oral presentation skills.
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Prereq: 11.481J or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
Examines efforts in developing and advanced nations and regions to create, finance, and regulate infrastructure from a variety of methodological and disciplinary perspectives. Explores how an energy crisis can be an opportunity for making fundamental changes to improve collapsing infrastructure networks. Introduces the challenges to modern society concerning energy security. Reviews the moral hazard aspects of infrastructure and the common arguments for withholding adequate support to the rebuilding of energy systems. Students taking the graduate version complete additional assignments.
Prerequisite:
Prereq: 14.01 or permission of instructor
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