Higher National Unit Specification

General information for centres

Unit title:Supply Chain:Storage and Distribution

Unit code:DL5A 35

Unit purpose:This Unit is designed to provide the candidate with detailed knowledge of Storage

and Distribution in the Supply Chain.

It also provides a comprehensive overview of methods,techniques and factors concerned with the

storage and transport of physical stocks and explains how added value can be created in the storage

and movement of goods.

This Unit will enable candidates to demonstrate their understanding of distribution systems,the

techniques used to manage the storing and warehousing of goods and the importance of added value

in the system.

It is primarily intended for candidates who aspire to take up a management position in any

organisation where the supply chain will play a major role.It would also be appropriate for those

involved in the various functions associated with service,retail,public and manufacturing

organisations,including inventory,stores,production,distribution planning,demand management and

purchasing.

On completion of this Unit,the candidate should be able to:

1.Determine the objectives of a distribution system from stored goods through to customer

receipt.

2.Critically evaluate the methods,techniques and equipment used in the storage and warehousing

of goods.

3.Demonstrate understanding of the concepts involved in “adding value” by the way in which the

storing and distribution of goods is undertaken.

Credit points and level:1 HN Credit at SCQF level 8:(8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level

8*)

*SCQF credit points are used to allocate credit to qualifications in the Scottish Credit and Qualifications

Framework (SCQF).Each qualification in the Framework is allocated a number of SCQF credit points at an

SCQF level.There are 12 SCQF levels,ranging from Access 1 to Doctorates.

Recommended prior knowledge and skills:Access to this Unit is at the discretion of

the centre.However,candidates are expected to have work experience relevant to the activities of

supply chain management.It is not necessary that candidate hold a team leader,supervisory or

management position.

HN Unit (DL5A 35):Supply Chain:Storage and Distribution 1