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Course Description

Participants will learn the advantages and limitations of the 4 modes of transportation: road, rail, air and water, as well as intermodal transportation. Topics covered include the role of freight forwarders, brokers and integrated transportation companies. This course will introduce Participants to transportation documentation and allow them to experience basic load planning. Participants will gain an overview of contracts, insurance, customs clearance and letters of credit. The fundamentals of lncoterms 2010 and their impact on buyer-seller responsibility for transportation will also be examined.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course you should be able to:

  • Describe how transportation contributes to a well-managed supply chain.
  • Describe the key attributes of road, rail, ocean, air, pipeline, and intermodal transportation.
  • Demonstrate the basics of load and route planning.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of weight and volume calculations as it impacts cargo rate calculations.
  • Describe key aspects of special and dangerous goods transportation.
  • Describe the attributes of proper cargo insurance.
  • Describe the impact of cargo security especially on cross-border freight.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of how Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and Incoterms 2010 impact and define the transportation department’s responsibilities.

Recommendations

Applicants intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.

Applies Towards the Following Programs

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Section Title
SMT Transportation
Language of Delivery
English
Type
Online - Synchronous
Days
W
Time
6:00PM to 9:15PM
Dates
Jan 15, 2025 to Apr 02, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
39.0
Delivery Options
Online - Synchronous  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $725.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 15, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 11, 2025
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jan 15, 2025 to Apr 02, 2025
Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Transportation: A Global Supply Chain Perspective by Coyle, Novack, Gibson, Bardi Cengage 9 edition ISBN 9780357161616
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