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OPMT 1130: Transportation Management
Effective date
January 2027
Department
Global Supply Chain Management
School
Hospitality, Food Studies and Applied Business
Description
In this course, students will explore the fundamental principles of transportation systems, examining various modes, networks, and associated services. Students will gain an understanding of key stakeholders, the necessary hard infrastructure, and the roles played by human capital and institutions in facilitating transportation processes. Students will also develop the competencies required to effectively manage the transportation of raw materials and goods, both internationally and within the complex geography of Canada. The focus is on strategic decision-making, with an emphasis on selecting the safest, most cost-effective, and time-appropriate modes or combinations of modes for efficient transportation management.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the importance of transportation to the economic vitality of Canada and other countries and regions
- Distinguish between the different types of ships, railroad cars, vehicles, and jets used in transportation, and explore the criteria for selecting each
- Compare the efficiencies of diverse transportation modes (rail, road, air, water, and pipeline) along with the requisite procedures and documentation for each
- Examine how transportation affects the price of goods, services, and market areas
- Examine the importance of transportation to globalization and global supply chains and how it contributes to the effective flow of commerce among close and distant regions
- Recognize the important role of equipment technology in transportation sustainability, safety, and cargo security
- Identify disruptive technologies, including AI, blockchain, and automation, that will drive innovation in transportation services
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Total Hours: 45
Total Hours: 45
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, case studies, groupwork.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
10-20 |
Class-Based. |
|
Project |
10-20 |
Class-Based. Individual project |
|
Midterm Exam |
10-20 |
Class-Based. |
|
Final Exam |
20 |
Class-Based. |
|
Project |
30-40 |
Class-Based. Group project, including presentation |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
15 |
Online. A number of open-book quizzes. |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Online. Two or more case studies. |
|
Assignments |
20 |
Online. Final reflection paper. |
|
Project |
35 |
Online. Includes multiple components such as project artifacts, final written report, presentation, and peer evaluation. |
Course topics
- Canadian Transportation System; Transportation by Water, Rail, Air, and Pipeline; Small Package Transportation; Intermediate Transportation Agencies; Transportation of Dangerous Goods; Movement, Transportation, and Location; The Demand and Supply for Transportation; Transportation and Government Policy; International Economics, Policy, and Trade; Transportation and Environment; Regulatory Compliance; Transportation Claims; Contracts of Carriage
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.