MN4410 Logistics Engineering and Sustainment

This course covers the concept of integrated logistics support in the design and maintenance of weapon systems. Operational requirements, reliability, system maintenance concept, functional analysis, life cycle costs, logistics support analysis, systems design, test and evaluation, production, spare/repair parts management are discussed. This course also covers topics in logistics information technology, inventory management culture and commercial-sector best practices for military. Case studies include logistics life-cycle cost, reliability and readiness analysis for major weapon systems.

Prerequisite

MN3041 or MN3911 or MN3040

Lecture Hours

4

Lab Hours

0

Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Objectives:

1. Define the concept, scope, and strategic importance of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) within the broader context of logistics engineering and system sustainment.
2. Describe and evaluate the key elements of ILS—including reliability, availability, maintainability, supply support, spare parts management, training, technical data, and support equipment—and explain their impact on system readiness and mission performance.
3. Calculate core logistics performance metrics, such as reliability, availability, maintainability (RAM), mean time between failures (MTBF), and spare parts requirements in support of deployment and sustainment missions.
4. Analyze interdependencies among ILS elements, and assess how they influence system performance, operational effectiveness, and total lifecycle cost.
5. Apply analytical tools and techniques—including Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA), Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), and Equipment Replacement Strategies—to develop and evaluate logistics solutions that enhance system availability and minimize total ownership cost.