Course Overview
Formerly Distribution 1. This course provides an overview of Canadian transportation modes (water, rail, road, air and pipelines), intermediate transportation agencies (including small transport and transportation brokering), domestic and international intermodal movements and warehousing and materials handling (including the use of unitization devices). Course fee includes the CITT exam.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$826.15
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Select a carrier based on the characteristics of the modes of transport (air, road, rail, water, pipeline).
- Apply the rate or insurance calculations associated with each mode of transport.
- Select an intermediate transportation agency in Canada based on their role in the movement of goods.
- Select the appropriate type of intermodal movements for sea, land and air shipments.
- Select the location and type of warehouse required for a given situation.
- Identify; analyze and solve basic materials and handling problems.
- Select the appropriate type of pallet or container based on the characteristics of each type.
Effective as of Fall 2005
Related Programs
Transportation Systems (CITT) (TDMT 1150) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Global Business Studies
Associate Certificate Part-time
- International Trade and Transportation Logistics
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of TDMT 1150 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 88629
Dates
Jan 04 - Apr 05 Loading
- CRN 88629
- $826.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 04 - Apr 05 | Mon | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 206 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Scott Bennie
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- No class Monday, Feb 15 and Mon, March 29
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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