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This online video is an animation of carrier flow in a semiconductor. Electrons move about on both sides of the substrate, and positive and negative poles are shown. The semiconductor is sandwiched in-between opposing flows of electrons. This video runs 00:03 seconds in length and is free for...

These resources include a 5-page syllabus and a 2-page course table map for the Cartography and Map Design course taught at Weber State University. "This course is designed to introduce the field, topics, processes, terms, tools, and techniques of cartography to a motivated student who has completed...

This case study looks at a recycling effort at a distribution center that resulted in a positive cashflow for the company. Safeway, Inc. implemented a comprehensive program to divert solid waste from landfills into recycled products. Students will read a detailed background of this case and answer...

This case study provides valuable information on the funding and implementation of security measures at the seaports in both Washington and Oregon. Using publicly available information in tandem with survey results, Andreas Udbye created a report that illuminates the experiences and disruptions in...

This case study examines Carolina Sporting Goods, a company based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Students begin by reading a brief background profile of the company. Acting as the distribution manager, students will make recommendations on increasing facility usage. Two different options are provided...

This case study introduces students to the Darigold dairy farmer's cooperative and how it has anticipated and responded to changes in demand, otherwise called the "perfect order." This short case study briefly describes the cooperative and how it has re-engineered customer service processes by using...

This case study examines Detentions Limited Inc., a supplier of detention supplies for the United States and Canada. In this activity students determine solutions for issues involving the production and delivery of goods from overseas suppliers. Company background information and instructor's...

This case study provides students with an opportunity to research implementing technology in warehousing and distribution. The case study uses the company Elgiganten to examine warehouse order picking issues. Elgiganten is a Swedish company that distributes over 4000 products to 247 stores in...

This case study introduces students to the Lenovo computer hardware company, and its development from Legend Holdings to the 21 billion dollar company it is today. The study discusses the acquisition of IBM, logistics model, sustainability mission, and freight transportation. Students then answer...

Managing the "Cool Chain" introduces students to the concept of a cold supply chain, in which products are maintained in a temperature-controlled environment from one end to the other. Students will read about different types of cold chains and how to identify vulnerabilities in the chain. Students...