Information Package

Program of Mechatronics

KKSD117

ROAD TRANSPORT AND FLEET MANAGEMENT

Course Code
KKSD117
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
6
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS6
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Can explain road transportation systems, legal regulations and operational processes.
  2. To be able to develop solutions for sustainability, safety and environmental impact in road transportation.
  3. Can make solution-oriented decisions by identifying logistics problems that arise in road transportation processes.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThe object of the course is to provide students to gain knowledge about operational and managerial processes in road transport
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to the operation
2nd Week Operation of Export Shipments
3rd Week Taking orders
4th Week Preparation of Load and Load Planning
5th Week Delivery and Administration of the vehicle (Satellite Tracking System)
6th Week Case study (disposition and Pricing)
7th Week Import Freight Operation
8th Week Midterm Exam
9th Week Taking orders
10th Week Preparation of Load and Load Planning
11th Week Delivery and Administration of the Vehicle (Satellite Tracking System)
12th Week Case Study (Disposition and Pricing)
13th Week Road transport management and risks
14th Week Vehicles used in road transport
Recommended or Required Reading- Lecture notes
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Attendance 1 10
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 14 4 56
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 14 3 42
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load184
Total Work Load / 30 (h)6.13
ECTS Credit of the Course6
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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