TLM 301 Introduction to Transportation and Logistics Management

5 credits

Course explores the organization and operations of the commercial transportation and logistics industry and its impact on the bottom-line of today’s modern businesses in the context of the global trading economy.

Prerequisites: Admission to the BASTLM program or instructor permission.

Quarters Offered: Fall

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Explain the historical relationship of all modes of transportation
Categorize the major modes of transportation, and explain the economic and environmental considerations when choosing a transportation mode for moving goods
Analyze the political, economic, and social trends that impact the transportations/logistics functions
Identify and explain import and export processes
Discuss the importance of regulation and policy procedures, laws, and/or measures that affect the import and export processes
Identify and explain impact of technology on the functions of warehouse and inventory management
Report current issues in the transportation industry including, but not limited to, security issues and policy considerations
Explore career opportunities within the transportation/logistics industry
Prioritize technologies and issues that will shape the future of transportation and logistics
Communicate research findings verbally and by writing