Transportation and Logistics Technology
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Transportation and Logistics Technology

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All instruction is conducted in English only

All students are evaluated weekly by qualified instructors. Evaluation is based on Module Tests and class performance. This program prepares individuals with skills and knowledge in the field of Transportation and Logistics – 53.6099; Shipping and Receiving – 43.5071; Office Operations – 43.9199; Dispatching – 43-5032; Cargo and Freight Agents – 43.5011; and Freight Forwarders – 43.5011. CIP Code: 52.0410. Occupational Classification Code: 53-0000

Prerequisite: None

Length of Program: 36 Semester Hours, (30 Weeks)

The student must complete a minimum of 720 hours with a grade percentage of 70% or better, and an overall attendance of 80%. A Diploma is awarded upon successful completion of the program. The course is 30 weeks in length and consists of 720 hours of instruction. Instruction time is 50 minutes for every hour (60 minutes). A total of 36 Semester Units is required for graduation.  This program prepares students for entry level positions in the industry.

Course Subjects

Administrative Skills/Business English          12 Lecture Hours                   12 Practicum Hours

 

Students will learn grammar, usage and style.  They will learn techniques and formats to editing, proofreading letters, memos, publications, and other business documents.

Students will learn to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks necessary to help run an organization.  Students will learn document processing and multiple computer applications, as well as learn how to organize and manage an office.

 

Career Development                                      12 Lecture Hours                   12 Practicum Hours

 

This course is designed to prepare students back in the workforce in the field of study; students are taught skills that are necessary to prepare them to the job search process. Through various exercises and the use of electronic and traditional media, students are taught how to develop career goals. They are also challenged to realize their potential in their chosen fields and how to use this knowledge in the job-hunting process. Students are required to write a resume, cover letter, job application, interview techniques, and other related assignments.

 

Dispatching Procedures                                 36 Lecture Hours                   36 Practicum Hours

 

Introduction to dispatching skills and responsibilities, including Dispatcher’s role, responsibilities, types of dispatchers, organizational and record keeping systems and procedures required for the industry.

 

Customer Service                                           12 Lecture Hours                   12 Practicum Hours

 

Students will learn to identify the principles of good customer service and develop customer service techniques and systems.  They will learn that customer service skills play a necessary and significant role in every business transaction.

 

 

Microsoft Excel                                             36 Lecture Hours                   36 Practicum Hours  

 

Students will learn basic spreadsheet concepts, navigate in workbooks, enter, edit, format and print data, charts, tables, as well as to record and edit simple macros.

 

Freight Forwarding                                       36 Lecture Hours                   36 Practicum Hours

 

Introduction to the responsibilities of a freight forwarder, including International Goods and Trades, Freight HanDVCng, International Logistics, Freight Movement Types, Rules and Governing Laws, Foreign Currency and Money Exchange, and International Insurance Policies.

 

Cargowise                                                      48 Lecture Hours                   48 Practicum Hours

 

The CargoWise module designed for individuals who are new to CargoWise or starting in the warehouse industry.  Students will learn the basics and foundations of core functions of Cargowise.

 

Importing / Exporting                                    36 Lecture Hours                   36 Practicum Hours

 

International Trading, Import vs. Export. Target Identification, Negotiation Skills, International Trading Laws.

 

Human Resources                                         24 Lecture Hours                   24 Practicum Hours

 

Students will learn entry level Human Resources support skills such as understanding H.R. policies, equal employment, technological changes, employee recruiting and hiring practices, pay and benefits administration, Labor Laws, Employee rights, administering personnel policies and the role and risk of social media in H.R.

 

Internet Applications                                     12 Lecture Hours                   12 Practicum Hours

 

Students will learn internet terminology, surf the web, work with and customize a browser, optimize file usage, and learn tips to make a browser work efficiently.

 

Word Processing                                           24 Lecture Hours                   24 Practicum Hours

 

Students will learn to create, edit, format and print Word documents as well as to record and edit simple macros.

 

Microsoft PowerPoint                                    12 Lecture Hours                   12 Practicum Hours

 

Students will learn slide layout and different views, enter data, create slide shows, insert other application objects, save, open, print and show presentations.

 

Cybersecurity                                                24 Lecture Hours                   24 Practicum Hours

 

Students will be introduced to the topic of cybersecurity.  It begins by examining why it is so difficult to protect our devices.  It then describes cybersecurity in more detail and explores why it is important.  The module also looks at who is behind attacks and then concludes by examining the steps necessary for building a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy.

 

Shipping and Receiving                                 36 Lecture Hours       36 Practicum Hours

 

Principals of Warehousing, Inbound vs. Outbound Shipping, Measuring and Benchmarking Warehouse Performance, Packaging, Labeling and Safety Procedures.

 

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