Logistics and Mobility Engineering
Study programme title in Est.
Logistika ja liikuvus
Study programme title in Engl.
Logistics and Mobility Engineering
TalTech study programme code
EALB26
MER study programme code
261005
Study programme version code
EALB26/26
Faculty / college
E - School of Engineering
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Kati Kõrbe Kaare
Language of instruction
Estonian
Study level
Bachelor study
ECTS credits
180
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
6 semesters
Study programme group
Transport Services
Broad area of study
Services
Study field
Transport services
Curriculum group
Transport services
Access conditions
Secondary school leaving certificate or an equivalent recognised qualification.
According to TalTech admission requirements. Show more...
Study programme aims and objectives
The aim of this study programme is to acquire interdisciplinary knowledge in logistics and mobility engineering (in accordance with the professional standards of the field),
as well as the skills necessary for coping in the labor market and for continuing studies at the master’s level. Show more...
Learning outcomes of the study programme
The graduate:
- knows the theoretical foundations and development trends of logistics and mobility,
distinguishes facts from opinions, and relates them to real economic activities;
- formulates problems related to logistics and mobility, plans data collection, and analyzes results;
- independently and in teams develops solutions to logistics and mobility-related problems, taking into account the possibilities and needs of team members, while valuing innovation and entrepreneurship;
- takes into account the characteristics of different cultural contexts, chooses appropriate communication methods for the target group, uses polite and correct spoken and written language in Estonian and English, ensures the timeliness and accuracy of information exchange;
- considers scientific, societal, and ethical aspects in their activities, coping with stressful situations as well as factors affecting physical and mental health;
- applies acquired knowledge and skills safely, including the use of various digital and technical tools;
- consciously shapes their learning and career path, valuing lifelong learning;
- acts as a professional and as a citizen in ways that support environmental and societal sustainability, following the principles of sustainable mobility and responsible development. Show more...
Graduation requirements
Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the successful defence of the graduation paper in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate.
In order to obtain cum laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,600, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Show more...
Degrees conferred
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
General studies
36.0
Core studies
60.0
Special studies
66.0
Free choice courses
12.0
Graduation thesis
6.0
Total
180.0
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       MAIN SPECIALITY 1: Logistics and Mobility Engineering
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         MODULE: General Studies 36.0 ECTS credits (General studies)
      Aims
      The aim of this module is to:
      - introduce students to the content and key concepts of the logistics and mobility engineering field;

      - deepen knowledge (including megatrends and future directions in engineering and technology) that broaden horizons and serve as a basis for acquiring further competencies in logistics and mobility engineering;
      - provide an understanding of entrepreneurship as a phenomenon to act entrepreneurially in its various roles;
      develop functional mathematical literacy (reading and writing skills);
      - give an overview of the required digital competencies.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      After completing this module the student:
      - knows the key concepts and fundamental principles of logistics and mobility engineering;

      - relates logistics and mobility engineering to future trends in the development of the built environment and technology;
      - navigates the entrepreneurship ecosystem and connects it to the field of logistics and mobility engineering;
      - processes functional mathematical literacy;
      - understands the nature of digital competencies and is aware of the need for purposeful and safe use of digital environments and tools in the field of logistics and mobility engineering.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Engineering Competencies
      EAX5020
      3.0
      2.0
      1.0
      1.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Introduction to the Circular Economy
      EKX0020
      3.0
      2.0
      1.9
      0.0
      0.1
      E
      S
      Introduction to the Discipline
      EML1030
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      1.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Selected Topics of Information Technology
      ITX0010
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      A
      S
      Introduction to Entrepreneurship
      MMJ3010
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      0.0
      3.0
      E
      K
      Linear Algebra
      YMX0010
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Total: 30.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Methods of Policy Analysis
      HHL0025
      6.0
      4.0
      2.5
      0.0
      1.5
      H
      SK
      Organization and Management
      HHM1152
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Academic Communication in English
      HLI0070
      3.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      SK
      Foundations of Law
      HOX6061
      3.0
      2.0
      1.5
      0.0
      0.5
      A
      SK
      Public Speaking
      TSK0309
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      4.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Engineering Physics
      UTT0090
      9.0
      6.0
      2.0
      2.0
      2.0
      E
      K
      Total: at least 6.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Core Studies 60.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
      Aims
      The aim of this module is to:
      - develop a systematic understanding of the multifaceted nature of logistics and mobility engineering,
      their challenges and value creation, the differing priorities within organizations, and relevant analytical concepts;
      - provide knowledge of global and local environmental issues and resource efficiency, enabling students to take these into account in their professional activities;
      - foster logical and structured thinking by building a foundation of competencies in economic mathematics and statistics, allowing students to apply more complex mathematical constructs to analyze and solve logistics and mobility problems;
      - explain the responsibilities involved in the use of digital technologies and develop the ability to manage cyber incidents and crises.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      After completing this module the student:
      - analyzes a company’s logistical capabilities as well as related bottlenecks and improvement opportunities;

      - analyzes the role of logistics and mobility in shaping society and the environment;
      - applies various environmental impact assessment methods and identifies more sustainable choices in logistics and mobility engineering;
      - selects appropriate methods and develops models to solve mathematical problems in logistics and mobility, verifying the process and results with different tools;
      - applies cybersecurity principles when operating in cyberspace to mitigate cyber threats, taking ethical principles into account.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Human Geography and Spatial Planning
      EML1050
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Urban Logistics
      EML1060
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Data Processing
      IDK1615
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      SK
      Foundations of Cyber Security
      ITI0216
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      3.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Business Mathematics
      TEM0320
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Statistics
      TES0020
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      SK
      Logistics and Inventory Management
      TMJ0230
      6.0
      3.0
      1.2
      0.0
      1.8
      E
      SK
      Total: 42.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Introduction to Programming
      ICM0002
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Environmental and Sustainable Development Economics
      TME0070
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Basic Marketing
      TMM0100
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Organizational Behaviour
      TMO0040
      6.0
      3.0
      1.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Introduction to Maritime Economics
      VMS0650
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Total: at least 18.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Special Studies 66.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      The aim of this module is to:
      - provide knowledge and skills
      to the extent and scope that enable graduates to work at different levels within organizations in the field of logistics and mobility, and to contribute to process development activities within the organization;
      - acquire work experience, including communication and collaboration competencies, through employment in a company/institution operating in the field of logistics and mobility engineering;
      - offer an overview of the fundamentals of research methodology from the perspective of the philosophy of science, including research strategies linked to research objectives and questions, as well as the most commonly used qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods;
      - provide, through elective courses, in-depth knowledge and skills in subfields of logistics and mobility engineering or in related areas.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      After completing this module the student:
      - is able to apply acquired knowledge in practice and in the course of further studies,
      collaborating in defining common goals and finding appropriate solutions to logistics and mobility engineering problems;
      - is able to plan and analyze their activities and their consequences;
      - understands the logic of research designed on scientific foundations in logistics and mobility engineering, has an overview of the possibilities of using the most common quantitative and qualitative methods, and of ways to collect and analyze evidence-based data;
      - has achieved the learning outcomes specified in the syllabi based on their chosen elective courses.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Military and Humanitarian Logistics
      EML0200
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      A
      S
      Internship (Internship)
      EML1000
      6.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      0.0
      A
      SK
      Bachelor Workshop
      EML1010
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      1.0
      1.0
      A
      K
      Transport economics and policy
      EML1020
      6.0
      4.0
      3.0
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      K
      Supply Chain Engineering
      EML1040
      6.0
      4.0
      3.0
      0.5
      0.5
      H
      S
      Mobility and Traffic Management
      EML1070
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Digital Manufacturing
      MET0340
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      SK
      Research Methods in Business Studies
      MMS3040
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Project Management
      TMK2080
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K1
      Total: 54.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      AI in Industry
      EMT0250
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Manufacturing Planning and Control
      MET0065
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K
      Autonomous Vehicles
      MET0310
      6.0
      4.0
      0.5
      3.5
      0.0
      H
      K
      Internet of Things
      MET0330
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      3.0
      0.0
      H
      K
      Purchasing Management
      MMK3020
      6.0
      2.5
      1.5
      0.0
      1.0
      E
      K
      Data-driven Management
      MMK3110
      6.0
      3.0
      1.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Value Chain Process Innovation
      MMK3120
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K1
      Port Management and Operation
      VMS0700
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      SK
      Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics
      YMX0030
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K
      Total: at least 12.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Free Choice Studies 12.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)
      Aims
      The aim of free choice studies is to give the student an opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills in subjects not included in the curriculum.
      Learning outcomes
      The student has achieved the learning outcomes specified in the syllabi of the chosen courses.
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         MODULE: Bachelor’s Thesis 6.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)
      Aims
      The aim of the Bachelor's Thesis is to:
      - enable the conduct of independent research that addresses and resolves a comprehensive,
      current problem in logistics and mobility engineering;
      - provide an opportunity to apply theoretical skills to solving practical problems in logistics and mobility engineering at the level of an academic bachelor’s degree.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The student:
      - applies theoretical knowledge and evidence-based information in analyzing logistics and mobility engineering problems and synthesizing solutions,
      while setting objectives and critically evaluating their activities;
      - is familiar with research methodology and applies is it in practice, taking into account the principles of professional ethics and social responsibility in the field of logistics and mobility engineering;
      - writes a thesis in accordance with established requirements and defends it publicly, using an appropriate communication style.       Show more...
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         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
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           1st Semester
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           3rd Semester
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           4th Semester
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           5th Semester
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           6th Semester