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LOG2020 Traffic & Transport 2

Intermediate · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description
Students develop basic skills in tracking, route planning, scheduling, load planning and other competencies related to handling outgoing shipments, including documentation, customs (import and export), weather and climate conditions, and strategies for preventive maintenance in traffic and transportation.
Prerequisite
LOG1030: Traffic & Transport 1
Parameters
Access to logistics-related traffic and transportation operations. A driver’s licence may be required.

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 demonstrate basic skills in: • tracking, route planning and scheduling

    • 1.1 explain the purpose of tracking systems

    • 1.2 demonstrate basic ability to use:

      • 1.2.1 tracking systems

      • 1.2.2 two-way communication devices

    • 1.3 demonstrate ability to use a map to plan a route; e.g., traditional format, computerized format

    • 1.4 assist in planning a route

    • 1.5 assist in planning a schedule to meet customer needs and requirements • completing and maintaining documentation

    • 1.6 explain the purpose of and the difference between a shipping manifest and a transportation manifest

    • 1.7 describe the purpose of a logbook

    • 1.8 assist in maintaining a logbook

    • 1.9 initiate tracing action on delayed shipments

    • 1.10 initiate claim action on damaged goods • load planning, measuring and calculating

    • 1.11 list and explain the procedure for load planning

    • 1.12 describe key factors in load planning; e.g., weight restrictions, product specific needs

    • 1.13 assist in developing a load plan

    • 1.14 assist in identifying potential carriers with respect to service, reliability and rates

    • 1.15 measure and calculate available space in various transportation vehicles or vessels; e.g., cubic capacity, displacement, density

    • 1.16 explain the relationship of the above measurements to load planning

    • 1.17 apply measurement and calculation skills in load planning • handling equipment

    • 1.18 demonstrate basic ability to handle, operate and/or use various equipment and aids relating to traffic and transportation • preparing outgoing shipments

    • 1.19 demonstrate ability to:

      • 1.19.1 package goods to meet customer requirements and industry standards

      • 1.19.2 pack items to meet shipping standards

      • 1.19.3 label goods and shipments appropriately

      • 1.19.4 complete outgoing documentation

      • 1.19.5 assist in loading outgoing shipments

  • 2 identify and describe the role of: • customs, import and export

    • 2.1 identify and explain the purpose of import and export customs documentation

    • 2.2 assist, where appropriate, in the preparation of import and export customs documentation by:

      • 2.2.1 initiating the clearance of incoming shipments

      • 2.2.2 maintaining a register

    • 2.3 assist in maintaining an efficient filing system for all customs documentation • safety standards

    • 2.4 demonstrate application of appropriate safety standards including the use of:

      • 2.4.1 wheel checks

      • 2.4.2 reflector kits

      • 2.4.3 fire extinguishers

      • 2.4.4 personal protective equipment

    • 2.5 describe special procedures required to transport dangerous goods in each mode and for each vehicle or vessel

    • 2.6 demonstrate special procedures and safe handling of dangerous goods • weather and climate conditions

    • 2.7 explain the potential impact of weather and climate conditions on:

      • 2.7.1 modes of transportation

      • 2.7.2 vehicles and vessels

      • 2.7.3 road closures, bridge/ferry usage, seasonal road bans and weight restrictions

    • 2.8 describe how a logistics operation deals with:

      • 2.8.1 annually occurring conditions

      • 2.8.2 emergency conditions; e.g., contingency planning • preventive maintenance

    • 2.9 explain the purpose of preventive maintenance

    • 2.10 identify, describe and demonstrate appropriate types of maintenance activities

    • 2.11 describe defects and initiate corrective procedures

  • 3 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 3.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 3.1.1 communicate

      • 3.1.2 manage information

      • 3.1.3 use numbers

      • 3.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 3.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 3.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 3.2.2 be responsible

      • 3.2.3 be adaptable

      • 3.2.4 learn continuously

      • 3.2.5 work safely

    • 3.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 3.3.1 work with others

      • 3.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 4 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster

    • 4.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment

    • 4.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities

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