Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Transportation and Logistics
Career Cluster:	Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

AS	
CIP Number	1652020301	
Program Type	College Credit	
Program Length	64 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	Please see the CIP to SOC Crosswalk located at the link below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare students for further education and careers in the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics career cluster. 

The content includes, but is not limited to, related business, accounting, and financial practices such as standard policies and operating procedures, negotiation techniques, planning, organizing, purchasing and inventory control theory.  Emphasis is placed on planning and scheduling skills associated with transportation operations.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 64 credit hours.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and terms used in transportation and logistics.
02.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the transportation and logistics regulatory environment.
03.0	Identify risks and safety and security measures in transportation and logistics.
04.0	Demonstrate the ability to use technology as it relates to transportation and logistics.
05.0	Demonstrate knowledge of management. 
06.0	Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and finance. 
07.0	Demonstrate an understanding of economics.
08.0	Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary issues in transportation and logistics.
09.0	Demonstrate knowledge of documentation (domestic, international, and customs) related to transportation and logistics.
10.0	Demonstrate the ability to manipulate quantitative data including international weights and measures, as it relates to the movement of goods.
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of reverse logistics.
12.0	Demonstrate knowledge of border security.
13.0	Identify characteristics and benefits of intermodal transportation.
14.0	Demonstrate knowledge of procurement, contracts and contract administration as it applies to transportation and logistics.
15.0	Demonstrate knowledge of performance and quality measurements.
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of human resources and labor relations.
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge and basic skills in project management.
18.0	Demonstrate public speaking skills.
19.0	Demonstrate knowledge of geography, culture, customs, and language in international trade.
20.0	Demonstrate knowledge of professional development and networking.
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of supply chain management.
22.0	Demonstrate knowledge of pricing as it relates to shipping methods.
23.0	Demonstrate knowledge of market research.
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the air, sea, truck, and rail operations in the movement of freight.
25.0	Describe the various control processes in freight movement.
26.0	Distinguish the difference between domestic and international freight movements.
27.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the Port freight operations.
28.0	Demonstrate knowledge of rail freight operations.
29.0	Demonstrate knowledge of trucking operations.
30.0	Demonstrate knowledge of air cargo operations.

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Transportation and Logistics
CIP Numbers:	1652020301
Program Length:	64 credit hours

At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and terms used in transportation and logistics.  The student will be able to:	
01.01	Compare various shipping options.	
01.02	Analyze types of goods and products and impact on logistics.	
01.03	Identify the characteristics of a full-service transportation organization.	
01.04	Demonstrate an understanding of intermodalism.	
01.05	Demonstrate knowledge of mode-specific logistics.	
01.06	Demonstrate knowledge of Incoterms versus Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).	
01.07	Demonstrate knowledge of how goods move through freight forwarder and customs broker.	
01.08	Demonstrate knowledge of inventory and warehousing concepts.	
01.09	Explain the relevance of Just-in-Time (JIT) logistics.	
01.10	Demonstrate knowledge of shipment process for perishables.	
01.11	Demonstrate knowledge of packaging and labeling requirements.	
01.12	Demonstrate knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of combining given modes of transportation air/sea/land).	
01.13	Identify the various governmental regulatory agencies by their names and initials.	
01.14	Demonstrate the ability to read, write, and conduct a conversation using common terms of freight movement by transportation mode.	
02.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the transportation and logistics regulatory environment.  The student will be able to:	
02.01	Demonstrate knowledge of the “alphabet soup” of regulatory agencies.	
02.02	Identify which agency(ies) have jurisdiction over a given transportation system.	
02.03	Demonstrate knowledge of DOT regulations.	
02.04	Identify who has regulatory authority over a given project.	
02.05	Identify regulatory requirements.	
02.06	Identify permits needed for a given project.	
02.07	Identify consequences of violations of regulatory requirements.	
02.08	Identify policy issues and political factors in a regulatory environment.	
02.09	Demonstrate skill in regulatory research.	
02.10	Demonstrate knowledge of labor laws.	
03.0	Identify risks and safety and security measures in transportation and logistics.  The student will be able to:	
03.01	Establish an emergency management plan.	
03.02	Identify the need for security background check requirements.	
03.03	Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA and all agencies involved in the movement of goods including Customs and Border Protection, Transportation and Security Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture. 	
03.04	Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of technology on countering threats to transportation systems and border security.	
03.05	Identify differences in dealing with security threats for passenger versus freight/cargo transportation systems including the impact on supply chain logistics.	
03.06	Outline the primary federal, state, and local agencies in the U.S. that are affiliated with border security and transportation security. 	
03.07	Identify the ethical parameters in which border security agencies operate.	
03.08	Identify the difference in safety and security threats as they relate to rail, seaport, trucking, and aviation.	
03.09	Identify the cost/benefit analysis of various safety and security measures.	
03.10	Implement a schedule.	
03.11	Analyze system performance.	
03.12	Develop process maps.	
03.13	Develop knowledge of process analysis.	
04.0	Demonstrate the ability to use technology as it relates to transportation and logistics.  The student will be able to:	
04.01	Demonstrate the ability to use spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software.	
04.02	Demonstrate the ability to use scheduling/planning software.	
04.03	Identify the electronic systems used in a modern transportation system.	
04.04	Utilize Internet resources.	
04.05	Demonstrate ability to use logistics software for bookings, shipments, consolidations, and shipment verifications.	
05.0	Demonstrate knowledge of management.  The student will be able to:	
05.01	Explain management concepts. 	
05.02	Assess and manage human resources and integrated teams. 	
05.03	Provide leadership to procurement, acquisition, logistic, and supply chain management employees.	
05.04	Apply sound decision-making strategies. 	
05.05	Identify ethical and social responsibility issues. 	
06.0	Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and finance.  The student will be able to:	
06.01	Conduct R.O.I. analysis.	
06.02	Develop a departmental budget.	
06.03	Monitor a departmental budget.	
06.04	Demonstrate an understanding of fund accounting.	
06.05	Demonstrate a basic understanding of cost (managerial) accounting.	
06.06	Demonstrate an understanding of resource development in a public transportation system.	
06.07	Conduct cost/benefit analysis.	
06.08	Conduct post cost analysis.	
06.09	Identify various revenue streams.	
06.10	Demonstrate knowledge of financial and credit processes in international shipping.	
06.11	Demonstrate knowledge of currency exchange methods.	
06.12	Demonstrate grant writing ability.	
06.13	Demonstrate grants administration and accounting skills.	
06.14	Demonstrate understanding of fund accounting.	
06.15	Demonstrate knowledge of managerial (cost) accounting.	
06.16	Demonstrate knowledge of an “enterprise fund”.	
07.0	Demonstrate an understanding of economics.  The student will be able to:	
07.01	Compare basic features of different economic systems. 	
07.02	Explain importance of resources to the economy. 	
07.03	Explain concept of organized labor and business. 	
07.04	Apply business economic concepts. 	
07.05	Analyze economic indicators and trends. 	
07.06	Explain measures used to analyze economic conditions.	
07.07	Explain the nature of international trade. 	
07.08	Explain the impact of cultural and social environments on world trade.	
07.09	Compare/contrast influences on a nation’s ability to trade. 	
08.0	Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary issues in transportation and logistics.  The student will be able to:	
08.01	Identify the factors that influence changes in costs among the various modes of transportation.	
08.02	Demonstrate an understanding of current trends in containerized shipping.	
08.03	Identify current security issues among the various modes of transportation.	
08.04	Demonstrate knowledge of the effect of current technology on intermodal transportation systems.	
08.05	Describe the pros and cons of free trade agreements.	
08.06	Describe “push” versus “pull” logistics.	
08.07	Demonstrate knowledge of current trends in currency exchange rates.	
08.08	Demonstrate knowledge of advantages and disadvantages of logistics centers, intermodal container transfer facilities and intermodal rail yards.	
09.0	Demonstrate knowledge of documentation (domestic, international, and customs) related to transportation and logistics.  The student will be able to:	
09.01	Identify basic documents used in freight forwarding and customs brokering.	
09.02	Prepare an airway bill.	
09.03	Demonstrate knowledge of letters of credit.	
09.04	Identify components of a bill of lading.	
10.0	Demonstrate the ability to manipulate quantitative data including international weights and measures, as it relates to the movement of goods.  The student will be able to:	
10.01	Convert standard weights and measures to metric and vice versa.	
10.02	Conduct currency exchange calculations.	
10.03	Demonstrate skill in practical math for transportation.	
10.04	Develop quantitative methods for assessing transportation loads.	
11.0	Demonstrate an understanding of reverse logistics.  The student will be able to:	
11.01	Assess the nature and scope of reverse logistics. 	
11.02	Explain the waste management process.	
12.0	Demonstrate knowledge of border security.  The student will be able to:	
12.01	Identify the various agencies affiliated with border security.	
12.02	Construct a historical timeline reflecting significant transportation-related terrorist threats and events involving border security.	
12.03	Demonstrate an understanding of the social and cultural issues involved in border security.	
12.04	Classify the roles, functions, and interdependency between local, federal, and international law enforcement and military agencies to foster border security.	
13.0	Identify characteristics and benefits of intermodal transportation.  The student will be able to:	
13.01	Compare various shipping options.	
13.02	Analyze types of goods and products and impact on logistics.	
13.03	Identify the characteristics of a full-service transportation organization.	
13.04	Demonstrate knowledge of mode-specific logistics.	
13.05	Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary issues in intermodal transportation.	
13.06	Demonstrate knowledge of Incoterms versus Uniform Commercial Codes (UCC).	
13.07	Demonstrate knowledge of how goods move through freight forwarder and customs broker.	
13.08	Demonstrate knowledge of warehousing.	
13.09	Demonstrate knowledge of packaging and labeling requirements.	
13.10	Demonstrate knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of combining given modes of transportation (air/sea/truck/rail).	
14.0	Demonstrate knowledge of procurement, contracts and contract administration as it applies to transportation and logistics.  The student will be able to:	
14.01	Identify the basic components of a contract.	
14.02	Identify the difference between “void” and “voidable” contracts.	
14.03	Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of being in compliance with the terms of a contract.	
14.04	Determine appropriate methods of procurement.	
14.05	Explain competitive bids, quotations, and proposals. 	
14.06	Evaluate competitive bids to determine the best offer. 	
14.07	Manage contracts and purchase orders from award to completion. 	
14.08	Resolve contract and/or purchase order differences with suppliers. 	
14.09	Explain payment problems with suppliers and user departments. 	
14.10	Discuss the scope of compliance requirements. 	
14.11	Conduct a negotiation. 	
15.0	Demonstrate knowledge of performance and quality measurements.  The student will be able to:	
15.01	Develop/track performance measures.	
15.02	Analyze system performance.	
15.03	Develop contingency plans.	
15.04	Demonstrate knowledge of process analysis.	
15.05	Identify various quality initiatives (ISO, Six Sigma, etc.).	
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge of human resources and labor relations.  The student will be able to:	
16.01	Demonstrate knowledge of labor contracts.	
16.02	Conduct conflict resolution.	
16.03	Identify training needs.	
16.04	Monitor employee performance.	
16.05	Evaluate employee performance.	
16.06	Ensure necessary training.	
16.07	Identify workload issues.	
16.08	Identify necessary tools and resources.	
16.09	Identify need for security/background checks.	
16.10	Identify impact of union/labor agreements.	
16.11	Demonstrate knowledge of labor laws.	
16.12	Demonstrate effective supervisory techniques.	
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge and skill in project management.  The student will be able to:	
17.01	Utilize project management software.	
17.02	Identify planning/scheduling techniques such as PERT and Critical Path Method.	
17.03	Develop a project management plan.	
17.04	Coordinate a project.	
17.05	Demonstrate an understanding of the connection between time and money.	
18.0	Demonstrate public speaking skills.  The student will be able to:	
18.01	Use public speaking skills to conduct media relations.	
18.02	Use public speaking skills to conduct public relations.	
18.03	Use public speaking skills to make a presentation.	
18.04	Use presentation software to deliver a presentation.	
19.0	Demonstrate knowledge of geography, culture, customs, and language in international trade.  The student will be able to:	
19.01	Demonstrate an understanding of world geography.	
19.02	Demonstrate knowledge of various cultural customs as it relates to conducting business.	
19.03	Abstain from the use of idioms when dealing with foreign customers and colleagues.	
19.04	Demonstrate knowledge of time and date differences in international trade.	
19.05	Identify customer service techniques that account for cultural differences when working with international clients.	
20.0	Demonstrate knowledge of professional development and networking.  The student will be able to:	
20.01	Create a professional network.	
20.02	Read industry journals.	
20.03	Join appropriate professional organizations.	
20.04	Attend industry/trade shows.	
20.05	Establish global networks.	
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of supply chain management.  The student will be able to:	
21.01	Characterize the nature of business.	
21.02	Explain the nature and scope of logistics.	
21.03	Explain the importance of inventory.	
21.04	Explain inventory management methods.	
21.05	Analyze just in time (JIT) inventory process.	
21.06	Analyze the Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) system.	
21.07	Explain the dangers of single-vendor supplier.	
22.0	Demonstrate knowledge of pricing as it relates to shipping methods.  The student will be able to:	
22.01	Identify the importance of time in a given shipment.	
22.02	Identify issues such as perishability, weight, fragility, and packing method.	
22.03	Identify best combination of shipping methods given knowledge of product and customer’s requirements.	
22.04	Describe pricing strategies. 	
23.0	Demonstrate knowledge of market research.  The student will be able to:	
23.01	Describe market research.	
23.02	Differentiate between basic market research tools.	
23.03	Use online market research tools.	
23.04	Use data collection methods.	
23.05	Analyze information from various sources.	
23.06	Analyze and conduct research.	
23.07	Analyze customer feedback surveys.	
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the air, sea, truck and rail operations for the movement of freight.  The student will be able to:	
24.01	Describe the knowledge of the organizational structure for each mode of transportation relative to the movement of freight.	
24.02	Describe the basic function of each mode.	
24.03	Identify the important markets for the each mode.	
24.04	Identify the major companies in each mode.	
24.05	Compare the various key specializations within an intermodal cargo operation.	
25.0	Describe the various control processes in freight movement.  The student will be able to:	
25.01	Demonstrate knowledge of budgeting and auditing. 	
25.02	Demonstrate knowledge of quality measurements such as on-time performance.	
25.03	Demonstrate knowledge of customer complaints and quality issues.	
26.0	Distinguish the difference between domestic and international freight movements.  The student will be able to:	
26.01	Describe how legal standards vary.	
26.02	Describe how safety rules vary.	
26.03	Distinguish the cultural, political, and geographic effects on the international cargo operations.	
26.04	Describe the use of a foreign (free) trade zone its advantages.	
27.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the Port freight operations.  The student will be able to:	
27.01	Describe the different types of Ports including seaports, waterway ports and inland ports.	
27.02	Identify the types of water-borne and inland freight and the types of cargo documentation required.	
27.03	Describe Port facilities for processing domestic and international cargo.	
27.04	Describe the types and functions of intermodal facilities at a Port.	
27.05	Describe the typical organizational structure of a Port and its operations.	
27.06	Define the role and impact of government and other regulatory agencies in this industry.	
27.07	Define various terms and abbreviations used in Port freight operations.	
27.08	Identify the types of hazardous materials moved through Ports and the rules governing this type of shipment.	
27.09	Describe process for movement of perishable goods.	
28.0	Demonstrate knowledge of rail freight operations.  The student will be able to:	
28.01	Demonstrate knowledge of scheduling shipments and documentation procedures required.	
28.02	Identify the railroad companies serving the state and what areas their lines serve.	
28.03	Describe the function of intermodal rail yards, on-Port rail facilities, and intermodal container facilities.	
28.04	Identify the types of cargo moved by rail and the types of documentation required.	
28.05	Identify the types of hazardous materials moved by rail and the rules governing this type of shipment.	
28.06	Describe the role of rail at logistics centers.	
28.07	Describe the typical organizations structure of a railroad company and its operations.	
28.08	Describe the role and impact of government and other regulatory agencies in the rail industry. 	
28.09	Define various terms and abbreviations used in the rail industry.	
28.10	Describe process for movement of perishable goods.	
29.0	Demonstrate knowledge of trucking operations.  The student will be able to:	
29.01	Identify the advantages and disadvantages of trucking company versus owner-operator.	
29.02	Demonstrate knowledge of processing truck shipments and the driver scheduling issues.	
29.03	Identify the types of carriers and equipment.	
29.04	Demonstrate knowledge of weight and load distribution.	
29.05	Identify the types of cargo moved by truck and the types of cargo documentation required.	
29.06	Describe the role of trucking at logistics centers.	
29.07	Identify the types of hazardous materials moved by truck and the rules governing this type of shipment.	
29.08	Demonstrate knowledge of intrastate, interstate and international trucking operations.	
29.09	Define the role and impact of government and other regulatory agencies in the trucking industry.	
29.10	Define various terms and abbreviations used in the trucking industry.	
29.11	Describe process for movement of perishable goods. 	
30.0	Demonstrate knowledge of air cargo operations.  The student will be able to:	
30.01	Demonstrate knowledge of intrastate, interstate and international air cargo operations. 	
30.02	Describe the air industry as it is found today: the different types of cargo, the different types of carriers, the major players, upstarts, and the future of the industry.	
30.03	Identify sales and marketing ideals used in the industry, the various rates, and the various tariffs in the air cargo industry.	
30.04	Differentiate the various types of terminal facilities and equipment, including aircraft, used by the air cargo companies to run an operation.	
30.05	Define the role and impact of the government and other regulatory agencies in the air cargo industry.	
30.06	Define various terms and abbreviations used in the air cargo industry.	
30.07	Categorize the various types of cargo and its major classifications.	
30.08	Identify the types of hazardous materials moved by air and the regulations governing this type shipment.	
30.09	Describe the process for movement of perishable goods.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

General Education Course Requirements for AS and AAS Degrees

State Board of Education Rule 6A-14.030(4), F.A.C., identifies 15 credit hours as the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree and the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.  In addition, Rule 6A-14.0303, F.A.C., implements s. 1007.25, F.S., and requires students entering a technical education degree program in the 2022-2023 academic year, and thereafter, to complete at least one identified core course in each subject area as part of the general education course requirements (15 credit hours total) before a degree is awarded) The core subject areas include: 
•	Communication. 
•	Humanities.
•	Mathematics. 
•	Natural Sciences.
•	Social Sciences.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the co-curricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Certificate Programs

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).  This AS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:

Intermodal Freight Transportation (0652020303) – 18 credit hours
International Freight Transportation (0652020302) – 15 credit hours

Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.