Analyzes development and application of national and international regulations that impact air transportation. Historical, current and future trends of the North American surface transportation are covered, including the expanding intermodal needs and system approaches in both freight and passenger services, and the crucial connection with the origin of raw materials to destination manufacturing and ultimately to the consumer. Inland, Great Lakes and Ocean. In each segment the issues of vessel design, market share, finance, insurance and operations are discussed. Analyzes development and application of national and international regulations that impact marine transportation.
Students obtain the cooperation of an employer and prepare a learning contract.
Provides an understanding of the major functions of logistics management. Exposes students to the tools and techniques employed in the analysis of logistics systems. Emphasis on system optimization for the purpose of achieving customer satisfaction. Intro- and interurban influences of transportation systems on land use and planning will be explored. Includes an examination of 21st century problems, pressures and solutions to urban and transportation needs.