Syllabus: The Business of Shipping
Unit Title The Business of Shipping
Unit Code TBS- 0309
Level Diploma
Credits 20
Main Aim(s) of the Unit
This unit will introduce students to the key operations associated with the shipping industry and familiarise them with different types of ships, cargoes and ports.
Main Topic(s) of Study
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to:
- Comment on different types of ships
- Describe the purpose and functions of different ports and types of port ownerships
- Discuss different types of cargoes and comment on security and safety matters
- Understand the purpose of flags of convenience.
- Identify different ways of chartering a ship
- Explain the importance of key documentation used by the industry
- Identify international canals and their impact on world trade
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
Sea Transport, PM Alderton, (Thomas Reed Publications)
Alternative Text and further reading
The Business of Shipping, P. Kendall
Lloyds List
Dictionary of Shipping International Business Trade Terms and Abbreviations, A.Branch (Witherby )
Applications
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