Transportation Systems is a comprehensive course designed to equip professionals with the expertise to manage and design omni-channel global transportation logistics systems.
Through realistic case studies and discussion-based learning, you’ll refine your decision-making skills, helping you reduce errors that could lead to extended transit times, higher transportation costs, unnecessary inventory expenses, regulatory fines, and increased product handling and damage. This course will empower you to navigate complex logistics challenges with confidence, ensuring smoother, more efficient operations.
This micro-credential is a component of the Professional Certificate Logistics and Supply Chain Management and can be used towards earning CCLP designation.
Program Information
What you’ll learn studying TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS:
- Learn and capitalize on the comparative efficiencies of various modes of transportation (rail, road, air, water and pipeline) and the procedures and documentation required for each.
- Streamline the process of getting product to market, optimizing the secondary transportation services that compliment multi-modal and inter-modal supply chain operations.
- Optimize the use of specialized intermediaries (freight forwarders, transportation brokers, customs brokers), knowing when to use them, how to evaluate their cost and quality and learn ways to minimize the time spent coordinating their services.
- Apply operational insight to negotiate more effectively and confidently with all stakeholder groups.
- Reduce (or avoid) personal and corporate exposure to fines, seizure of goods, environmental damage and criminal charges by recognizing relevant safety standards and transportation legislation, including the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act.
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS for:
- Logistics Coordinators and Managers
- Trade Development Managers
- Market Development Managers
- Warehouse Managers
- Supply Chain Analysts
- Purchasing Managers
- Transportation Planners
- Freight Forwarders
- Customs Brokers
- Operations Managers
- Business Development Managers
- Trade Compliance Specialists
- Inventory Specialists
Module 1:
Introduction to Canadian Transportation Systems
Module 2:
Transportation by Water
Module 3:
Transportation by Rail
Module 4:
Transportation by Road and Specialized Road Transportation
Module 5:
Transportation by Air
Module 6:
Transportation by Pipeline
Module 7:
Small Package Transportation & Intermediates
Module 8:
Intermodalism
Module 9:
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
How to Access the CITT eBook
To purchase the course text: Transportation Systems: A Canadian Perspective (2023) visit Textbooks – CITT
Once you have added your course materials to your basket, follow the checkout process to complete the purchase. Once done, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access your materials
A fully asynchronous online course does not require real-time communications. Asynchronous online courses do not have the required on-campus components, including assessments. The course will have a set start and finish date and set due dates for assignments and assessments. Please see the registration page for more details.
Prerequisites
- No prerequisites are required to take this course.
Technology Requirements
For in-person and online studies:
- Laptop: Minimum Windows 10 or equivalent operating system. Recommended 8GB of RAM and at least 16 GB of free hard disk space and Wi-Fi capabilities.
Online studies only:
- Access to reliable high-speed broadband internet access (Cable, DSL, LTE) with a minimum bandwidth of 15 Mbps is recommended.
- Laptop must include integrated webcam and microphone.
To earn the Professional Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain management you will need to successfully complete all required components. Your progress will be continuously evaluated using a variety of formative and/or summative assessments to receive a final mark. Information about these assessment methods will be provided in the Learning Management System on the first day of the program.
IMPORTANT: For those who are pursuing the CCLP® (CITT-Certified Logistics Professional) designation, upon successful completion of your Brock course, you will be required to complete an exam through CITT Canada’s Logistics Association. Details about the exam will be provided at the end of the course.
Accredited by Canada’s Logistic Association.
| Course Detail | Course Info |
|---|---|
| Code | PCSL 9N575 |
| Price | $800 |
| OSAP Eligible | Yes |
| Delivery Mode(s) | ASY - Asynchronous Online |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Intake Details | More Info |