LOG820 Vehicle Routing (Spring 2021)

About the course

The course covers the following subject areas:

• arc routing problem
• traveling salesman problem
• vehicle routing problem
• variants of vehicle routing problem

For these topics, emphasis will be placed on solving problems with the classical construction heuristics and using mathematical models

The course is connected to the following study programs

• Master of Science in Logistics
• Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Logistics
• Exchange programme - Master's level

Recommended requirements

Equivalent to requirements for the MSc program in Logistics and MSc program in Petroleum Logistics, quantitative background is recommended.

The student's learning outcomes after completing the course

By completing the course student will get in-depth knowledge of methods and techniques for routing vehicles serving customers in various logistics settings.

Forms of teaching and learning

Three hours of lectures per week.

Coursework requirements - conditions for taking the exam

• Mandatory coursework: Assignment(s)
• Courseworks given:
• Courseworks required:
• Presence: Not required
• Comment: Oral exam based on several home assignments

Examination

• Form of assessment: Written school assessment
• Proportion: 70%
• Duration: 4 Hours
• Grouping: Individual
• Grading scale: Letter (A - F)
• Support material: Separate list, see below

• Form of assessment: Home assessment
• Proportion: 30%
• Duration: 1 Semesters
• Grouping: Individual
• Grading scale: Letter (A - F)
• Support material: All printed and written supporting material

Syllabus