Learning Outcomes

Cargoes and Ships

Inspection and Preparation of Holds

Using Dunnage

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will discuss the general business of cargo carriage across destinations and the different processes involved in loading ship cargo. You will also discuss the usage of ship holds, dunnage, and spar ceilings.

Securing Cargoes

Methods of Securing Cargoes

Methods of Securing Heavy Loads, Vehicles, and Trailers

You will learn about how different cargo types are secured using standardized methods like blocking and bracing as well as the importance of these methods in cargo handling. This module also describes the application of these methods in securing heavy loads like heavy military hardware, vehicles and trailers.

Ventilation and Cargo Sweat

Operation of Ventilation System

Cargoes Requiring Special Ventilation

In this module, you will analyze the operation of cargo ventilation systems and their characteristics in preserving cargo materials. Also, you will evaluate the problems of cargo sweat for the carriage of cargo under changing temperatures.

General Cargo and Loading

Multipurpose Ships

Ro-Ro Operations

Carriage and Stowage

You will categorize the constructional features of general cargo vessels alongside the features of various types of multipurpose ships. You will also match stability issues to cargo stowage while learning about the preparatory precautions to be taken for the carriage and safe stowage of general cargo.

Introduction to Deck Cargo

Battening Down Hatch Covers

Unobstructed View From Navigating Bridge

IMO Code of Safe Practice

In this module, you will outline the procedures for efficiently and effectively securing deck cargoes on board ships alongside the precautions followed in undertaking these procedures in ensuring safe maximum possible load carriage. You will also learn about the relevance of providing safe access to essential equipment and spaces on cargo ships.

First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Timber Cargo and Carriage

Stowage and Lashing of Timber Deck Cargoes

Loading Timber Deck Cargoes

Safety During Transit

In this module, you will identify the features of timber carrier vessels and how they generally apply to the arrangements of timber deck cargoes. You will also match the relevant steps used in preparing the carriage of timber cargo, including the different lashing and stowing procedures.

Trends in Container Ships and Fleet

Container Ships

Types of Containers

Container Stowage Details

Owning vs. Leasing Containers

In this module, you will discuss how container ships safely carry out container carriages using different processes, plans, and rules. You will also describe the distinguishing concepts of owning and leasing a container. You will also match concepts of stack weights to the impacts of mega container ships in transporting cargo.

Introduction to Liner Operations

Liner Service Strategies

Mega Container Ships and Maritime Logistics

Mega Container Ships and Their Impacts

In this module, you will identify the liner operations of cargo ships relevant to cargo handling and stowage. Study the concepts of liner service strategies, mega container ship impacts, as well as the various factors affecting their logistics.

Introduction to Cargo-Handling Equipment

Topping Lifts

Ship's Rigging Plan

In this module, you will discuss procedures covering general hand-held cargo equipment carried on board conventional general cargo ships. You will also describe the uses of different slings, trays, pallets, snotters, and derricks used on board ships carrying different forms of cargo.

Introduction to Cargo-Handling Safety

Effect of Heavy Lift on Seaworthiness

Seaworthiness

Effective Communication

In this module, you will outline the concepts of the safe working load of cargo gears and other equipment onboard ships. You will also relate the procedures for visual inspection of cargo, the operation of cargo hold hatch covers as well as the precautions and requirements used in ensuring safety regulations on ship docks are adequately met.

Second Assessment

Diploma in Cargo Handling and Stowage - Final Assessment

Master the key skills of safe handling and secure cargo stowage on board ships in this free online course.

Diploma in Cargo Handling and Stowage

This ‘Diploma in Cargo Handling and Stowage’ course offers an in-depth understanding of concepts surrounding the handling and stowage of cargoes on board different types of sea carriers. These include activities involved before, during and after the loading of cargoes at their ports of origin, transit ports and ports of destination. Ship safety is also examined in this specialised shipping course.

Introduction to Transport Management

Road Transport

Licensing and Rail Transport

In this module, you'll be introduced to the transport management system, its challenges and its benefits including how to handle the important operations of transport management. We will teach you about road and rail transport systems as well as how to manage them. We’ll also cover the safety measures to take when establishing any transport system.

Course Assessment - Fundamentals of Transportation Management

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Fundamentals of Transportation Management

Have you ever had a flight rescheduled or a parcel arriving late? There could be some valid reason why this occurred but you can also blame poor transportation management. This course covers the roles and responsibilities of a transport manager and the processes involved in the efficient planning and coordination of the movement of people or goods. We’ll explore some safety measures to take when establishing any transport system.

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