CERTIFICATE COURSE IN STOREKEEPING

Objectives :-
To provide participants with an understanding of the basic principles of Storekeeping enabling them to function efficiently as well as effectively.

For Whom:-
The Course is designed for Storekeepers, Store men, Stores Clerks, those who are in public and Private Sector Organizations. Also school leavers who are interested in studying in the field of Materials Management may apply basic knowledge to qualify to follow the advance courses conducted by the Institute

Course Contents :-
Role of Storekeeping Functions, Planning, Designing and Layout of Stores Building and Stockyards, Stores Cycle, Stores Organisation Organization, Purchasing Procedure, Control of Receipts, Normal Storage Methods, Stores Location Systems and Location Numbering, Control of Issues, dispatches, Stock Control, Stores Accounts, Materials Handing, Maintenance, Preservation and Protection of Stores, Stores Records, Classification and Coding, Special Storage Facilities, Storage of Perishable Items. Storage of dangerous Items and Packaging, Stores Rules, Fire Precautions, Introduction to Computer Applications Duties and Responsibilities of Storekeeper.

E ntry Requirements :-
Individuals possessing good knowledge in the course medium Sinhala & English Language with a pass in the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination.

Medium :- Sinhala & English

Duration :- 6 Weeks - during weekends 6 hours a day

Course Fees :- Rs. 11,000/= (Includes VAT 12% and NBT 3%)

Examination & Award:-
Participants who have attended 80% of the lectures will be allowed to sit for the exam. Certificate of Storekeeping will be awarded to those who successfully complete the examination