This special topics course teaches a basic understanding of ERP through the application of business process modeling methodologies to all core enterprise areas. Students will learn how to create and change business process models for logistics and back office functions. A strong emphasis throughout the course will be placed on the understanding of the SAP ERP system through hands-on experience with the system. There are well over 100 lab exercises to ensure that students are proficient in the use of the SAP ERP system by the end of the course.
There are a number of specific objectives for the course:
- Understand the role of ERP within a company.
- Understand the underlying business processes that are reflected in ERP software.
- Gain the ability to model and improve real-life business processes for reengineering and ERP implementation projects.
- Understand the integration between different ERP modules.
- Learn how to use the SAP ERP system MM, SD, PP, FI, CO and HR (at least two of them) modules through hands-on exercises.
Prerequisite(s)
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Corequisite(s)
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Special Requisite(s)
The minimum qualifications that are expected from the students who want to attend the course.(Examples: Foreign language level, attendance, known theoretical pre-qualifications, etc.)
Instructor(s)
Assoc. Prof. Fadime ÜNEY-YÜKSEKTEPE
Course Assistant(s)
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Schedule
The course is not offered this semester.
Office Hour(s)
The course is not offered this semester.
Teaching Methods and Techniques
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Principle Sources
- Internet Links :
a. General Information: www.sap.com
b. SAP Help Library: http://help.sap.com/saphelp_erp2005/helpdata/EN/e1/8e51341a06084de10000009b38f83b/frameset.htm
c. SAP Solution Map Composer Download: http://www28.sap.com/mk/get/g-smcentry
Other Sources
Text Book : Monk, E.; Wagner, B.: Concepts in Enterprise Resource Planning, Third Edition, ISBN - 13: 978-1-4239-0179-2 and ISBM-10: 1-4239-0179-7.
- Text Book : M. Sumner, “Enterprise Resource Planning”, Prentice Hall, 2005
- Outside Readings: Outside readings will be provided for class sessions as determined by the instructor. Topical issues will be provided from current business readings and sources
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Introduction to ERP concepts
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet)
2. Week
Introduction to ERP concepts
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet)
3. Week
Introduction to SAP ERP
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet)
4. Week
Introduction to SAP ERP
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet)
5. Week
Navigation in SAP Easy Access Menu
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet, exercise on computer)
6. Week
Introduction to Global Bike Incorporate
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet, exercise on computer)
7. Week
Sales & Distribution Module Overview
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet)
8. Week
Sales & Distribution Module Exercise
(Exercise on computer)
9. Week
Sales & Distribution Module Case Study
(Exercise on computer)
10. Week
Sales & Distribution Module Quiz
(Exam (multi-choice, fill in the blanks,...))
11. Week
Materials Management Module Overview
(Oral presentation, powerpoint slide show, surfing the internet)
12. Week
Materials Management Module Exercise
(Exercise on computer)
13. Week
Materials Management Module Case Study
(Exercise on computer)
14. Week
Materials Management Module Quiz
(Exam (multi-choice, fill in the blanks,...))
15. Week
Final Exam
16. Week
Final Exam
17. Week
Final Exam
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Quizzes
5
20
Project(s)
1
40
Final Exam
1
40
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Knowledge about management processes and management skills
PO-2
Knowledge and application skills related to the methods and competencies required for solving engineering problems
PO-3
Knowledge about developing areas of manufacturing and service sectors
PO-4
Ability to work in multi-disciplinary engineering teams
PO-5
Experience and knowledge of scientific research and publishing within the frame of academic ethics
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Define and classify each ERP module, Design new product and develop process plan using SAP
LO-2
Prepare sales documents and create invoice & dispatch lists via SAP, Prepare purchase requisition and purchase order via SAP
LO-3
Operate Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) via SAP
LO-4
Plan and schedule production via SAP
LO-5
Manage and analyze inventory movements (special stock types & security stocks) via SAP, Utilize and illustrate capacity planning and optimization for production orders via SAP
