Course Overview
This course is an introduction to port and terminal operations management, and performance assessment of ports and intermodal terminals. The course will focus on the operational aspects of maritime port operations, intermodal transportation systems, and their role in the international Shipping Market.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
0.5
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe maritime port operations and intermodal transportation systems.
- Identify the governance and administration of ports and marine terminals.
- Review cargo handling for containers, dry, and liquid bulk operations.
- Compare local infrastructure capabilities with international counterparts.
- Review major liners, cargo and shipowners, their trading patterns, and future trends in the industry.
- Discuss the recent innovative ideas related to the vessels' modifications and terminal operational upgrades.
- List types of terminals and ships' specifications/requirements.
- Describe the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) management of terminals.
- Identify commercial and financial aspects of terminal operations.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2024
Related Programs
Port and Terminal Operations and Intermodal Freight Distribution (MRBU 1200) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Transportation
- Marine Business Essentials
Microcredential Part-time
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