This course is a study of the United States transportation system with a specific emphasis on freight transportation modes common to distribution logistics. Topics include common modes of freight transportation, transportation mode characteristics, cost, operational factors, transportation regulation, and planning.
This course introduces students to the basic concepts of logistics for a variety of applications. Students gain insights into how logistics play a vital role in all aspects of business and industry. Specific topics include basic concepts of logistics and health and safety concerns in warehouse and transportation environments.
This course provides students with introductory information relative to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse and material handling equipment. Specific topics include: safety; common warehouse functions; roles, accountability, and responsibilities; warehouse management systems; warehouse layout and design; material handling equipment.
This course focuses on theoretical applications of day to day activities and issues within a warehouse operation. Special emphasis is placed on the interrelationship between the various systems associated with warehouse operations. Students will analyze case studies and current issues to determine optimum operation and management of warehouse activities.
The course is designed to provide students with foundational‐level knowledge of the world of supply chain logistics. It covers the material handling aspect of the global supply chain and describes the foundational knowledge that front‐line material handling workers should master to perform well. It is designed to give students a broad overview of the industry and how the frontline worker fits into that environment. Instructional modules include Global Supply Chain Logistics, The Logistics Environment, Material Handling Equipment, Safety Principles, Safe Material Handling and Equipment Operation, Quality Control Principles, Work Communications, Teamwork and Good Workplace Conduct, Using Computers, Product Receiving, Product Storage, Order Processing, Packaging and Shipment, Inventory Control, Safe Handling of Hazardous Materials, Evaluation of Transportation Modes, Dispatching and Tracking Operations and U.S./Metric Conversions.
This course provides students with knowledge of international, national, state, and local regulations impacting on various aspects of managing logistics and supply chains. Topics include trade compliance, standard shipping documents, harmonized commodity description and coding system, and the role of participating government agencies. At the conclusion of this course students will comprehend key elements of logistics regulatory compliance.
This course provides students with an overview of distribution systems common to logistics operations. Specific topics include just in time systems, warehousing, cross docking, and major methods of transportations. Upon completion of this course students will comprehend how various distribution systems impact logistics operations.
These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to logistics management. In these courses the employer evaluates the student's productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.
