Syllabus: Port Operations and Management
Unit Title Port Operations and Management
Unit Code POM- 0309
Level Graduate Diploma
Credits 20
Main Aim(s) of the Unit
The aims of this unit are to provide students with a clear understanding of the main activities associated with port operations and port management and highlight current and future opportunities and threats facing port operators and government regulators.
Main Topic(s) of Study
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1 Explain the importance of different type of ports in international trade
2 Identify the criteria used by shipowners for port selection
3 Discuss the main aspects of port planning
4 Highlight the role of seaports in the twenty first century
5 Analyse the importance of different port equipment
6 Evaluate problems of port operations and management and suggest appropriate courses of action
7 Explain the interface with other transport modes
Learning and teaching methods/strategies
Learning takes place on a number of levels through lectures, class discussion including problem review and analysis. Formal lectures provide a foundation of information on which the student builds through directed learning and self managed learning outside of the class. The students are actively encouraged to form study groups to discuss course material which fosters a greater depth learning experience.
Assessment method
Examination 100%
Indicative Reading for this Unit
Main Text
Port Management and Operations P.Anderton ( Lloyd's Practical Shipping Guides )
Alternative Text and further reading
Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management A.Branch ( Routledge)
Export Practice and Management A.Branch ( Routledge)
Lloyd's List and Shipping Gazette
Applications
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