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Cluster: | Transportation , Distribution and Logistics
Course Name: | Principles of Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Course Description: | In Principles of Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics, students gain knowledge and skills in the safe application, design, production, and assessment of products, services, and systems. Students should apply knowledge and skills in the application, design, and production of technology as it relates to the transportation, distribution, and logistics industries. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer their academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings.
Course Requirements: | Recommended for students in grades 9-12
Units of Study | Knowledge and Skills | Student Expectations | Resources
Employment Fundamentals | (1) The student explores the employability characteristics for success. The student is expected to: | (A) identify career development and entrepreneurship opportunities in transportation, distribution, and logistics such as how to search for and obtain employment, the qualifications that are required for varying career fields, and how to advance in a position; | http://www.bts.gov                                                        http://www.jobsinlogistics.com
 |  | (B) identify careers in transportation, distribution, and logistics systems; | http://www.bts.gov www.                                                 http://www.jobsinlogistics.com
 |  | (C) apply competencies related to resources, information, interpersonal skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and systems of operation in transportation, distribution, and logistics; | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition Fundamentals of Management
 |  | (D) discuss certification opportunities; | http://www.astl.org
 |  | (E) demonstrate knowledge of personal and occupational health and safety; | http://www.osha.gov
 |  | (F) discuss response plans to emergency situations; | http://www.osha.gov
 |  | (G) identify employers' expectations, appropriate work habits, ethical conduct, legal responsibilities, and good citizenship skills; | http://www.skillsusa.org                        http://www.skillsusatx.org
 |  | (H) explore career goals, objectives, and strategies as part of a plan for future career opportunities. | http://www.skillsusa.org                        http://www.skillsusatx.org   http://www.acinet.org     http://www.careeronestop.org
Safety & Health in the Workplace | (11) The student discusses methods to reduce sources of workplace hazards in order to promote a safe working environment. The student is expected to: | (A) discuss safe work practices and emergency procedures; | http://www.osha.gov/
 |  | (B) identify rules and laws designed to promote safety and health in the transportation, distribution, and logistics environments; | http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/
 |  | C) demonstrate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures; | http://www.osha.gov/
 |  | (D) demonstrate proper use of safety equipment. | http://www.osha.gov/
Self Evaluation | (2) The student develops leadership experience as it relates to transportation, distribution, and logistics systems. The student is expected to: | (A) plan, propose, conduct, and evaluate industry-based occupational experiences; | http://www.careeronestop.org
 |  | (B) apply proper record-keeping skills as they relate to industry-based occupational experiences; | Accounting A Practical Approach  Prentiss Hall
 |  | (C) use a customized record-keeping system for the individual industry-based occupational experiences | Accounting A Practical Approach  Prentiss Hall
 |  | (D) discuss youth leadership opportunities to create a well-rounded industry-based occupational experience; | http://www.skillsusa.org  http:// www.skillsusatx.org
 |  | (E) develop a work plan and budget. | Accounting A Practical Approach  Prentiss Hall
Cultural Diversity | (3) The student explores concepts related to cultural diversity. The student is expected to: | (A) identify significant similarities and differences in international culture | Prentice Hall Wild, Wild, Han 4th  International Business
 |  | (B) explain the variety of world markets; and | Prentice Hall -Wild, Wild, Han 4th  International Business
 |  | (C) describe marketing factors and practices that impact other culture | Prentice Hall- Wild, Wild, Han 4th  International Business
Ethics & Communication | (7) The student demonstrates appropriate personal and communication skills. The student is expected to: | (A) examine workplace ethical and legal responsibilities | Purchasing & Supply Management 13th Edition Leenders ,[NAME] ,Fearon  www.skillsusa.org
 |  | (B) define the uses of proper etiquette | Purchasing & Supply Management 13th Edition Leenders ,[NAME] ,Fearon   http://www.skillsusa.org
 |  | (C) identify appropriate personal appearance and health habits | http://www.skillsusa.org
 |  | (D) practice written and oral communication skills in formal and informal situations; | http://www.skillsusa.org
 |  | (E) practice effective listening skills in formal and informal situations | http://www.skillsusa.org
 |  | (F) read and comprehend materials common to the transportation industry | http://www.skillsusa.org
 |  | (G) employ writing and preparation skills using technical information; and | http://www.skillsusa.org
 |  | (H) demonstrate speaking skills | http://www.skillsusa.org
Team Building & Roberts Rules of Order | (5) The student analyzes the structure of transportation, distribution, and logistics organizations. The student is expected to: | (A) describe common business management principles | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition Fundamentals of Management
 |  | (B) identify opportunities for leadership development and personal growth; | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition Fundamentals of Management
 |  | (C) demonstrate democratic principles in conducting effective meetings | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition Fundamentals of Management
 |  | (D) describe team dynamics; and | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition Fundamentals of Management
 |  | (E) describe the development of organizational vision, mission, and goals through the strategic planning process | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th  edition Fundamentals of Management
Transportation Trends | (4) The student understands the historical, current, and future significance of the transportation, distribution, and logistic industries. The student is expected to: | (A) define terms associated with the transportation, distribution, and logistics industries | Contemporary Logistics 9th Edition [NAME] Donald F. Wood Prentice Hall
 |  | (B) identify the scope and effect upon society of the transportation, distribution, and logistics industries
 |  | (C) identify significant historical and current developments in the transportation, distribution, and logistics industries; | http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov
 |  | (D) identify potential future scenarios for the transportation, distribution, and logistics industry systems; | http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov
 |  | (E) describe how emerging technologies and globalization impact the transportation, distribution, and logistics industries; and | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition International Business
Political Impact of Transportation | (6) The student explains the transportation, distribution, and logistics industries at the local, state, national, and international levels. The student is expected to: | (A) identify reasons for world trade and globalization; | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition International Business
 |  | (B) identify the political impact of transportation, distribution, and logistics; | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th  edition  Fundamentals of Management
 |  | (C) review regulations and major laws to evaluate their impact on transportation, distribution, and logistics | http://www.fmcsa.gov                                         http:// www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov
 |  | (D) read appropriate written material to stay abreast of current issues impacting transportation, distribution, and logistics; | http://www.newsdirectory.com
 |  | (E) collect public opinion and data in order to make informed decisions | http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov
 |  | (F) use critical-thinking skills to identify and organize alternatives and evaluate public policy issues related to transportation, distribution, and logistics; | Prentice Hall Robbins/Decenzo 6th edition Fundamentals of Management
 |  | (G) evaluate performance and contract compliance of contractors and service providers. | Purchasing & Supply Management 13th Edition Leenders ,[NAME] ,Fearon
Information Technology | (10) The student uses information technology tools specific to transportation, distribution, and logistics industries to access, manage, integrate, and create information. The student is expected to: | (A) use management software, email applications, and Internet applications;
 |  | (B) demonstrate word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software;
 |  | C) examine collaborative, groupware, and virtual meeting software;
 |  | (D) discuss Geographic Information Systems and Global Positioning Systems; | http://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Positioning_System
 |  | (E) discuss other computer-based equipment in transportation, distribution, and logistics systems.
Methods of Research | (8) The student applies appropriate research methods for transportation, distribution, and logistics systems. The student is expected to: | (A) define major fields of research and development;
 |  | B) identify and apply scientific methods of research in transportation, distribution, and logistics industries;
 |  | (C) use a variety of resources for research and development;
 |  | (D) describe the scientific methods of research.
Problem Solving & Decision Making | (9) The student applies problem-solving, mathematical, and organizational skills in order to maintain financial and logistical records. The student is expected to: | (A) discuss project proposals; | http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/  http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/
 |  | (B) maintain records appropriate to transportation, distribution, and logistics system industries; | http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/  http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/
 |  | (C) collect and organize data in graphs, tables, charts, and plots; | http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/  http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/
 |  | (D) analyze and interpret data from graphs, tables, charts and plots. | http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/  http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/
Materials Management | (12) The student examines material handling in warehouses and distribution centers. The student is expected to: | (A) discuss handling practices for goods and materials; | http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/                                http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/
 |  | (B) explain size, weight, and shape requirements for packaging; | http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/
 |  | (C) discuss material handling, storage, and shipping methods;
 |  | (D) analyze visual design and appearance requirements for packages;
 |  | (E) discuss layout plans for processing packages;
 |  | (F) identify material handling and storage equipment.
Resources:
BTS- Bureau of Transportation Statistics
ASTL- American Society of Transportation & Logistics
OSHA- Occupational Health and Safety Administration
FHWA -Federal Highway Administration
OPS- Office of Operations