This course equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for a comprehensive exploration of Warehousing and Distribution Centers. Students will learn the essential aspects of logistics and operational management, including warehouse fundamentals, types, layout principles, material handling equipment, safety protocols, and space utilization strategies. Key processes such as order picking, packing, cross-docking, transshipment, and shipment consolidation to ensure streamlined distribution center operations will be covered. Students will explore Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), focusing on their features and implementation for seamless logistics. Safety measures, process optimization, and proficient management to enhance operational efficacy in distribution center logistics will also be emphasized.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Warehousing Basics: Introduction to warehousing concepts and functions, Types of warehouses (e.g., public, private, automated), and Warehouse design and layout. Inventory Management in Warehouses Material Handling: Equipment and technologies for material handling (e.g., forklifts, conveyor systems, automation), Safety protocols and best practices, and Warehouse space optimization. Distribution Center Operations: Order fulfillment, picking and packing strategies, Cross-docking and transshipment, and Shipment consolidation and routing, and Distribution Network Design and Optimization. Warehouse Management Systems: Introduction to WMS software, WMS features and benefits, Implementation and integration of WMS. Environmental sustainability in warehousing: Green warehouse practice, reverse logistics, energy-efficient warehouse design, and sustainable packaging.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42665 |
January 5, 2026 to April 17, 2026 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.