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