Syllabuses of Subjects offered by Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies (LMS) · 2018. 6. 5. · Student Study Effort Expected Class contact: Lectures 26 Hrs. Tutorials 13

Syllabuses of Subjects offered by Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies (LMS)

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Subject code Title Page LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations 1 LGT2106 Principles of Operations Management 4 LGT3001 Logistics and Distribution Management 8 LGT3003 Intermodalism 11 LGT3004 Navigation and Communication Systems 14 LGT3007 Air Transport Logistics 18 LGT3012 Research Methods 22 LGT3015 Ship Construction and Maintenance 25 LGT3016 Shipping Logistics 27 LGT3019 Economics of International Transport Logistics 30 LGT3020 International Trade and Shipping 33 LGT3022 Marine Navigation and Meteorology 37 LGT3023 Carriage of Goods Law 40 LGT3024 Cargo Operations and Management 43 LGT3025 Maritime Risk Management 47 LGT3026 Contemporary Maritime Developments and Issues 51 LGT3101 Intermediate Business Statistics 55 LGT3102 Management Science 58 LGT3106 Quality Management 60 LGT3107 Warehousing and Materials Management 63 LGT3108 Introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning System 65 LGT3206 International Study Tour in Shipping and Logistics 68 LGT3207 Study Tour and Visits in Global Supply Chain Management 71 LGT4004 Management of Maritime Organisations 74 LGT4005 Shipbroking and Chartering Management 77 LGT4006 Advanced Navigation and Ship Handling 79 LTG4010 Stability, Stress and Loadlines 82 LGT4011 Port Planning and Management 84 LGT4012 Airport Management 87 LGT4013 Liner Shipping Management 90 LGT4015 Legal Aspects of e-Business in Logistics 93 LGT4016 Maritime Law 95 LGT4017 Information Systems for Logistics Management 98 LGT4020 Insurance in Shipping and Transport Logistics 102 LGT4021 Shipping Finance 104 LGT4101 Practice of Management Decision Analysis 107 LGT4102 Simulation for Operations and Information Management 109

LGT4103 Project Management 111 LGT4104 Operations Strategy 114 LGT4105 International Operations Management 117 LGT4106 Supply Chain Management 120 LGT4110 Purchasing Management 122 LGT4111 Special Topics in Operations Management 125 LGT4113 Service Operations Management 128 LGT4208 ISTL Capstone Project 131 LGT4209 GSCM Capstone Project 134

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Subject Description Form

Subject Code LGT2009

Subject Title Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations

Credit Value 3

Level 2

Normal Duration 1-semester

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion

Nil

Role and Purposes

This is an introductory course, to develop necessary skills and knowledge for analyzing simple shipping and transport logistics operations, and to provide a foundation for advanced level courses in these subjects (Outcomes 8 and 11).

Subject Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:

a. Evaluate the suitability of different types of ships for specific cargo transportation requirements, by applying basic concepts of ship design and classification.

b. Appraise how maritime geography (including common sea routes, navigation channels and geographic constraints) affects shipping operations.

c. Be familiar with current developments in the shipping industry to a level that is adequate for continued self-enhancement of knowledge of the subject.

d. Be familiar with ships, ports and maritime geography to a level that provides adequate foundation for advanced level courses in shipping and logistics.

Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus

Basic Ship Design and Layout

Elementary ship design, construction and layout. An overview of different ship types (Bulk / Container carriers, tankers, specialist ships, passenger vessels). Propulsion systems, fuels. Tonnage measurement of ships.

Ship Stability and Safety

Ship stability and use of stability information. Load-line zones.

Safety: navigational safety, fire safety, cargo safety, flooding, water tight compartments, safety systems.

Vessel Operations

Elementary navigation, navigation aids. Berthing, anchoring and mooring arrangements. Rules of the Road. Watch- keeping requirements, ship’s crew composition and functions.

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Time zones and time differences, local time, standard time, UTC and International Date Line.

Cargo types

Characteristics of primary cargoes: container / bulk / hazardous cargoes, dangerous goods, deck cargoes, specialized cargoes.

Ports and operations

Ports and terminals, terminal design and equipment characteristics, harbor configurations, pilotage, port controls, tugs, water/fuel/refuse barges, bunkers, ship handling.

Cargo operations

Types of cargoes, cargo compartments, hatch covers, cargo planning, stowage, handling and preparation, measurement, shipboard and dock side cargo handling systems, venting and ballast systems.

Maritime Geography

Sea routes, navigable canals, waterways and geographic constraints. Draft and maneuverability limitations.

Voyage Planning

Passage planning, route selection, transit time, turn around, economical speed, operational speed.

Organization and Structure of Shipping

Role of shipping registers, classification societies and various international maritime and trade organizations.

Different types of shipping companies including their structures and management. Coastal and foreign trade.

Maritime conventions and rules. Customs, Quarantine.

Introduction to selected maritime conventions (STCW, MARPOL, SOLAS, SAR and COLREGs. Maritime Zones.

Teaching/Learning Methodology

Lectures introduce and explain key concepts with appropriate examples.

Tutorials give students an opportunity to enhance their understanding of concepts taught in lectures. Tutorials are highly interactive and include discussions of current / past events, case studies and may include student presentations.

Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes

Specific assessment methods/tasks

% weighting

Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)

a b c d

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %

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Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:

The coursework includes - Individual Project 40%; Participation in class discussions/attendance 10%. Students would be given regular feedback on their performance, by email or as comments on assignments submitted.

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in BOTH the Continuous Assessment and Exam components.

Student Study Effort Expected

Class contact:

Lectures 26 Hrs.

Tutorials 13 Hrs.

Other student study effort:

Self study 31 Hrs.

Group project 60 Hrs.

Total student study effort 130 Hrs.

Reading List and References

Compulsory

Branch, Alan Edward. (2007). Elements of Shipping. Routledge, New York

(PolyU library call no: HE 571.B67 2007. Also available as eBook.)

Alderton, Patrick M. (2004). Reeds Sea Transport: Operation and Economics. Adlard Coles Nautical, London.

Supplementary

Lun, Lai & Cheng. (2010). Shipping and Logistics Management. Springer; London, ISBN:978-1-84882-996-1, e-ISBN:978-1-84882-997-8.

Indicative

Lloyd’s Practical Shipping Guides: Port Management and Operations (2008), Informa, London

The Admiralty Manual of Navigation Volume I (2008), The Nautical Institute, London

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Subject Title Principles of Operations Management

Credit Value 3

Level 2



Nil

Role and Purposes

Operations Management (OM) is a functional field of management encompassing the design, operation and improvement of the processes and systems employed in the creation and delivery of an organization's products and services. Essentially, operations management is concerned with explaining how factories and services work (Outcome 8). Managing operations well requires both strategic and tactical skills and is critical to every type of organization, for it is only through creative and effective utilization of resources that an organization can be successful (Outcome 3) in the long run.

This course introduces the major themes and functions of Operations Management within both manufacturing and service organizations. The course will discuss some latest cases on operations management in real business settings. The objective of this course is to introduce how operations contribute to the health of an organization (Outcome 10). Some of the specific objectives include:

1. Understand the role of operations management (OM) in the overall business strategy of the firm (strategic).

2. Understand the interdependence of OM functions with other key functional areas of the firm (tactical).

3. Review several of the quantitative tools available to evaluate operations techniques. The course is a useful introduction to those students who wish to learn and understand more about the role operations management plays in organizations.



(a) Have a sound understanding of the main principles of operations management.

(b) Have a clear understanding of how service and manufacturing operations work.

(c) Be aware of the key techniques and concepts that exist within operations 4

management.

(d) Have a good understanding of the various models and approaches that exist in operations management and be able to apply them in real business situation.


Introduction Defining operations management. Relationship of business operations processes with other functions. Managerial roles and skills in the operations function.

Designing operations systems and processes

Process management, managing projects, managing information technology, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Managing quality

Quality characteristics. Quality control. Quality assurance. Total quality management. Quality costs. Statistical quality control.

Managing capacity Economies and diseconomies of scale. Capacity planning. Aggregate planning. Capacity requirement planning. Master production schedule.

Facility planning Facility location. Layout of the facility. Processes design for service providers and manufacturers.

Demand management Forecasting, qualitative forecasting, quantitative forecasting, forecasting accuracy.

Managing inventory

Inventory control. Managing independent and dependent demand inventory. Materials requirements planning.

Managing the future challenges

Lean production systems, Just-in-time concepts, Kanban system, lean systems in services.


Lectures are designed to provide a basic grounding in principles, concepts and techniques in operations management, and to provide a basis for further analysis and application of the techniques in organizations.

Tutorials provide the environment and means for student-centered learning, in the form of class discussions, case analysis, group and individual work, designed to stimulate original and creative thinking, and the capacity to apply the tools and techniques to the solution of operations problems.

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% weighting


a b c d

Continuous Assessment 50%

Class participation – 5%

Quizzes – 10%

Case report – 15%

Midterm quiz – 20%

Final exam 50%

Total 100 %

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in both the Continuous Assessment and Examination components.


Assessment of coursework includes class participation, case report, quizzes and tests. The quizzes, tests and final exam will cover all topics in the syllabus, with a focus of testing students’ understanding on the concepts of operations management, key techniques of operations management strategies on achieving the firm’s organization goals. The case report will assess the students’ analytical skill on evaluating the business performance of a firm with its operations management practices. The class participation is assessed to ensure students actively participate in class discussion for promoting more interactive learning environment.


Class contact:

Lectures 26 Hrs.

Tutorials 13 Hrs.


Preparation for discussion 45 Hrs.

Preparation for project/ assignments/ Exams 42 Hrs.



Recommended Textbooks

Jacobs, F. R., and Chase, R. B., (2013), Operations and Supply Management: The Core (3rd ed.), McGraw-Hill.

Heizer, J. & Render, B., (2014), Operations Management (11th ed.), Pearson/Prentice Hall.

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Davis, M.M. & Heineke J., Operations Management: Integrating Manufacturing and Services, 5th edition, McGraw-Hill 2005.

Useful Reference Textbooks Krajewski, L. J., Ritzman, L. P., Malhotra, M. K., (2013), Operations management: processes and supply chains (10th ed.), Pearson/Prentice Hall. Schroeder, R. G., Goldstein, S. M., Rungtusanatham, M. J., (2013), Operations management in the supply chain: decisions and cases, McGraw-Hill. Jacobs, F. R., (2014), Operations and supply chain management (14th ed.), McGraw-Hill.

Chase, R. B., Jacobs, F. R., and Aquilano, N. J., (2006), Operations management for competitive advantage (11th ed.), McGraw-Hill.

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Subject Title Logistics and Distribution Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

Logistics was originally a military term. Traditionally, logistics means the organised movement of goods, services, information and people from the point of origin to the point of consumption. The scope of logistics has been growing rapidly since the last few decades with the advance of technology. It has also been estimated that logistics costs account for one third of the cost of doing business. Effective logistics management is hence crucial for the success of the company. This course provides an introduction to logistics and distribution management and aims at providing students with a full understanding of business logistics management, transport, inventory and distribution systems supported with real business case studies (Outcome 10). It includes the analysis of modern business logistics management strategies, and discusses how products and services are created and delivered to the customers effectively (Outcome 8). Besides, the course covers the management of the logistics system operations in this information era, and the effectively utilisation of the information technology concepts to gain a competitive advantage of the company (Outcome 6).



a. Analyse modern business logistics management strategies, and its significance and applications in the business world, so as to improve customer satisfaction.

b. Manage the operations of the logistics systems in the information age, and effectively utilise the concepts learnt to gain a sustainable competitive advantage of the company.

Students are expected to be able to demonstrate a range of skills to solve logistics and distribution problems. These include:

c. Critical thinking and analysis skills that include the capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements, detect false logic and formulate problems.

d. Problem solving skills including identifying, formulating and solving logistics and distribution problems.

e. Communication skills include effective team playing, presentation and project management.

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Supply Chain Management

Show the role of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and distribution channels in a firm’s marketing strategy. Concepts of SCM and the types of channel structures. Channel design, development and performance measurement. Demonstrate the role of logistics in SCM.

Customer Service

Define customer service. Show the central role that customer service plays in an organisation’s marketing and logistics efforts. How to calculate cost-revenue trade-offs. Identify opportunities for improving customer service performance.

Information System and Technology

Describe information systems as a combination of transaction, decision support, and communication systems. Describe the role of information system functionality, major modules and external interfaces of supply chain information systems. Discuss the enterprise integration and administration, enterprise operations, enterprise planning and monitoring, and communication technology applications.

Inventory and Materials Management

Basic concepts of inventory management. How to calculate safety stocks. How production policies influence inventory levels. How inventories and customer service levels are interrelated. How to manage the stock level by inventory decisions. Financial aspects of inventory strategy. Ways to recognise poor inventory management and improvement methods.

Transportation

Roles of transportation in logistics management. Transportation service pricing and contract terms. Describe alternative transport modes. Examine the issues of transportation cost and performance measurement. Concepts of intermodal transportation combinations and non-operating third parties.

Materials Handling

Overview of the various types of automated and non-automated materials handling systems. Examine the role of packaging in warehouse operation.

Procurement

Show the importance of procurement policy in improving profitability. Identify the procurement activities. Present issues in procurement cost management. Illustrate the role of partnering in supplier relationship management.


Lectures are used to discuss the major theories of the subject. Case studies and small group discussions are carried out in tutorials. A term project which aims at exploring the logistics management issues in local industries is designed to let students apply what they have learnt in class to analyse real world cases.

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% weighting


a b c d e

Continuous Assessment

Project 30%

Midterm Quiz 15%

Class Participation 5%

Examination

Final Examination 50%

Total 100 %


The midterm quiz and final examination assess the students’ understanding on the concepts of logistics and distribution management. The examinations also require the students to think critically and creatively in order to solve the business logistics problems.

The project requires the students to work as a group effectively, and it assesses the students’ presentation and communication skills. The students are expected to analyse a target company logistics system and identify potential problems and make recommendations to improve the company competitiveness.



Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial/Seminar 13 Hrs.


Project Preparation 51 Hrs.

Exam Preparation 36 Hrs.



Recommended Textbook

Stock, J. and Lambert, D. (2001), Strategic Logistics Management (4th ed.), McGraw-Hill.

References

Bowersox, D.J., D.J. Closs, and M.B. Cooper (2010), Supply Chain Logistics Management, (3rd ed.), McGraw Hill International Edition.

Ballou, R. (1999), Business Logistics Management (4th ed.), Prentice-Hall, New Jersey.

Chopra, S. and P. Meindl (2001), Supply Chain Management, Prentice Hall.

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Subject Description Form Subject Code LGT3003

Subject Title Intermodalism

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject enables students to understand the application of concepts of international trade and transport economics in the transportation of container via multi transport modes.


On successfully completing this subject, students will be able to:

a. contribute to the solution of business related problems in intermodal operations (Outcome 11);

b. foster intellectual and personal development, self-confidence and the ability to tackle problems without supervision;

c. present intermodal discipline in an integrated form which reflects sound business practices (Outcome 4);

d. develop approaches to defining, analysing and solving problems, whether those problems are structured or unstructured (Outcome 11);

e. develop the ability to communicate effectively and fluently in both written and spoken forms; and

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook, critical and creative thinking, cultural appreciation, life-long learning, and entrepreneurship and leadership.


1. Introduction to intermodal transport

Development of intermodal transport

Intermodal transport in Hong Kong

Service characteristics of various transport modes

2. Intermodal transport system

Container transport chain

Physical flow in container transport

Framework of intermodal transport system

3. Container shipping 11

Liner shipping management

Shipping network

Empty container management

4. Terminal operations

Managing container terminals

Agile port

Port development


In the lectures the general principles of the syllabus topic will be presented and developed, together with guidance on further reading and activities. Lectures may also be used for the presentation and discussion of leading cases.

In the seminars, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities, including role-plays, student presentations and discussions.



% weighting


a b c d e

Quest 10%

Project 40%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %




Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Seminar 13 Hrs.


Project 39 Hrs.

Reading 48 Hrs.




Lowe D. (2006), Intermodal Freight Transport, Elsevier 12

Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2010), Shipping and Logistics Management, Springer

References

Bichou K. (2009), Port Operations, Planning and Logistics, Informa

Branch, A. (2007), Elements of Shipping, Routledge

Coyle J.J., Novack R.B., Gibsom B.J., Bardi E.J. (2011), Management of Transportation, South-Western Cengage Learning

Fricker J.D. and Whitford R.K. (2004), Fundamentals of Transportation Engineering: A Multimodal Systems Approach, Pearson

Gubbins E. (2004), Managing Transport Operations, Kogan Page

Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2009), Container Transport Management, Inderscience

Scholarly journals:

International Journal of Shipping and Transport Logistics

Transport Reviews

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Subject Title Navigation and Communication Systems

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

The role of this subject is to provide students with a broad knowledge in navigation and communication systems (Outcome 6) that enables them to appreciate the latest technologies that are applied to the effective management of a vessel (Outcome 11) with emphasis on maritime safety and emergency responses (Outcome 8).



a. Understand and correctly apply the functions of navigation and communication systems that are essential to Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS).

b. Evaluate the performance of navigation and communication systems in the context of complying with the international standards of SOLAS.

c. Formulate appropriate operational standards to meet the requirement of effective management of a vessel and the obligations of ensuring maritime safety.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ skills in critical thinking and life-long learning about modern navigation/communication technologies, and enhance students’ awareness of social responsibility in maritime safety.


Basic principles of radio communication; principles of hyperbolic position fixing systems; concept of digital technology; principles of satellite orbits and use in the maritime context; satellite position-fixing systems.

General concept of Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS); procedures of distress, search and rescue; basic principles and operational knowledge of all mandatory GMDSS equipment – DSC, EPIRB, SART, Inmarsat, Navtex, and radiotelex; reserve power systems; use of relevant publications.

Shipboard Radar and Electronic Charting Systems: System design, functions, limitations and characteristics; Automatic Identification System; Automatic Radar Plotting Aids; Applications for collision avoidance and navigation; Elements of safe navigational watch; blind pilotage techniques; ship reporting

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systems and VTS procedures; navigation using ECDIS.


Lectures will be used to introduce to students the concepts, principles, theories, application issues and descriptive cases for the topics. Different teaching materials will be used to cover the most updated development and applications of shipboard navigation and communication systems. Laboratories will be used to provide students with hands-on practice with the aids of marine simulator and GMDSS simulator.



% weighting


a b c

Coursework 40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %


Weekly laboratory tasks, practical test, presentation and written examination are the typical assessment methods used in this subject. The tasks of laboratory ensure students to acquire essential practical skills through adequate amount of hands-on practice. The process of acquiring the skills provides students with the opportunity to understand the functions of navigation and communication systems and to correctly apply them in different scenarios relevant to safety of life at sea. Practical test can assess students’ skill level in using communication systems. The assessment on the skills directly reflects students’ abilities of evaluating the performance of the systems against the SOLAS standards. Therefore laboratory tasks and practice test can serve to measure the learning outcome (a). With the achievement on the learning outcome (a), students should be familiar with relevant functional requirements to a large extent. Use of student presentation allows the lecturer to evaluate students’ acquaintance with the overall performance standards of some navigation systems. This is to measure the learning outcome (b). Q&A after presentation can test how good students can accurately justify the success in meeting the goals of effective ship management. This is to measure partly the learning outcome (c).

Written examination can allow students to demonstrate their abilities of understanding and correctly apply the functions of some selected systems; allow the lecturer to test students’ abilities of evaluating the performance of relevant systems in a hypothetical case; and allow students to formulate the standard communication / navigation procedures in some cases that require safeguarding maritime safety. Both written examination and coursework can serve to measure the learning outcomes (a), (b) & (c) but they may have emphases on different areas.


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Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Laboratory 21 Hrs.


Self-study / research for self-learning tasks 35 to 58 Hrs.

Self-practice for practical test / preparation for presentation and examination 25 to 35 Hrs.

Total student study effort 107 to 140 Hrs.


References

Bréhaut, D. (2010), GMDSS - A User’s Handbook, Adlard Coles Nautical

Lees, G.D. (2009), Handbook for Marine Radio Communication, Lloyds of London Press.

IMO (2009), GMDSS manual: manual on the global maritime distress and safety system, London

Australian Maritime Safety Authority (2008), Australian Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) handbook: the Australian GMDSS training and operations manual, Canberra, A.C.T.

International Code of Signals, (2003), Starpath Publications

Waugh, I. (2007), The Mariners Guide To Marine Communications, London: The Nautical Institute

IMO (2001),GMDSS handbook: Handbook on the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, London

Monroe, J.W. and Bushy, T.L. (1998), Marine Radionavigation and Communications, Cornell Maritime Press

Wall, A., Bole A.G. and Dineley W.O. (2005), Radar and ARPA Manual, Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.

Bowditch, N. (2002), American Practical Navigator, Washington, US Hydrographic Office.

Bagshaw, I.W. (2001), Worked Examples in Relative Radar Plotting, Brown, Son & Ferguson

Tetley, L. and Calcutt, D.M. (2001), Electronic Navigation Systems, Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.

Gale, H. (2009), From Paper Charts to ECDIS: A Practical Voyage Plan, London: The Nautical Institute

Weintrit, A. (ed.) (2009), Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation, London: CRC Press

Instone, M. (2012), ECDIS Procedures Guide, Livingston: Witherby Publishing Norris, A. (2008), Integrating ship bridge systems. Volume 1, Radar and AIS : A Practical Guide, London: The Nautical Institute

Norris, A. (2010), Integrated bridge systems. Volume 2, ECDIS and Positioning, London: The Nautical Institute

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Dokkum, Klaas van (2007), Ship Sailing Rules, Enkhuizen: Dokmar

Cockcroft, A..N. (2004), A guide to the collision avoidance rules: International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, Boston: Elsevier

IMO (2008), Performance Standards for Shipborne Radiocommunications and Navigational Equipment, London: International Maritime Organization

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Subject Title Air Transport Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations

Role and Purposes

To provide a fundamental knowledge of the intermodal transport of goods, especially by air. To establish an awareness of the range of perspectives, this may be adopted, theoretically, legally and practically towards the air transport system (Outcomes 3 and 11). To provide students with a full understanding of current and future developments in the air transport industry.


The aim of this subject is to meet the demand in air freight industry. Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:

a. Contribute to the solution of business related problems in commercial, industrial, government and non-profit making organisations; and discharge their duties objectively, ethically, independently, competently and constructively;

b. Foster intellectual and personal development, self confidence and the ability to tackle problems without supervision and develop a sensitivity to the ethical issues involved in business practice;

c. Appreciate the air transport and logistics discipline which provides a good academic and vocational foundation for a career in students’ field; and develop realism and practicality as a foundation for good business judgment;

d. Present this discipline in an integrated form which reflects sound business practices;

e. Develop approaches to defining, analysing and solving problems, whether those problems are structured or unstructured;

f. Secure recognition and advance standing from relevant professional bodies and other institutions; and prepare for further studies in related field.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook, critical and creative thinking, social and national responsibility, cultural appreciation, life-long learning, and entrepreneurship and leadership.

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Airfreight logistics market overview: the market trend of airfreight volume in worldwide, China and Hong Kong, the key successful factors of Hong Kong being the primary gateway of airfreight, the opportunities and challenges ahead

Principle organizations and international policies/regulations of airfreight operations: the international convention, Anti-trust law, Air Service Agreement, Strategic Alliance, and the role/responsibilities of carriers, freight forwarding companies and liaison groups, and the TACT rules

Handling equipments and aircraft characteristics for airfreight operations: the types of aircrafts and the performance, the loading device of air cargo, the facilities in air cargo terminals, apron and logistics centre,

The contractual relationship of airfreight operations: types of documents being applied in airfreight, the application of Master Airway Bill and House Airway Bill

The application of E-commerce in airfreight: the trend of E-freight, the EDI via cargo portal and paperless strategy

Multi-modal operations overview: the operations of Air-road, Air-road-Air, Air-sea and the rationale of multi-modal operations

Aviation security: the driving force of tightening aviation security, the relevant impact and the process reengineering in catering the security measures

Flight cost calculation of freighter and cost structure: Performance indicators, measures of overall cost performance; Airline costing; Policy formation and implementation; corporate planning, direction and control of external factors;

Consolidation concept and costing of freight forwarders: TACT rules and regulations, TACT rates, General Cargo Rate Calculation, Specific Cargo Rate Calculation; Class Rate Calculation, ULD Rate Calculation, Consolidation Rate Calculation, Rating methodology under Hong Kong's environment;


A combination of lectures, tutorials and students-directed learning activities will be included in this subject.

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% weighting


a b c d e f

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %




Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Self Study 87 Hrs.



References

Air transport in the 21st century: key strategic developments, (2011), Ashgate

Critical issues in air transport economics and business, (2011), Routledge Gialloreto, L. (1988), Strategic Airline Management, Pitman.

Hellermann, Rolf, (2006), Capacity options for revenue management theory and applications in the air cargo industry, Springer Joseph P. Schwieterman (1993), Air Cargo and the Opening of China, CU Press.

Kai-sun Kwong (1988), Towards Open Skies and Uncongested Airports - An opportunity for HK, CU.

Kelly Monaghan (1992), Air Courier Bargains, Intrepid Traveler.

Kroes, Michael J, (2013), Aircraft basic science, 8th , McGraw-Hill Michael J. Kroes (1993), Aircraft Basic Science, Glencoe.

Morrell P (2002), Airline Finance, Aldershot

Morrell, Peter S (2013), Airline finance, 4th, Ashgate Rigas Doganis (1992), The Airport Business, Routledge.

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Rigas Doganis (2006), The airline business, Bingdon Rigas Doganis (2010), Flying Off Course, Routledge.

Shaw, S. (1993), Air Transport - A Marketing Perspective, Pitman.

Shaw, Stephen (2011), Airline marketing and management, 7th, Ashgate

Stephen Holloway (1992), Air Finance: Aircraft Acquisition Finance and Airline Credit Analysis, Pitman. Vasigh B, Fleming K Mackay L (2010), Foundations of Airline finance – Methodology and Practice, Ashgate

Vasigh, Bijan (2013), Introduction to air transport economics from theory to applications, 2nd, Ashgate, Wensveen J G (2007), Air Transportation: A Management Perspective, Aldershot

Wensveen, J. G (2011), Air transportation a management perspective, 7th

Zhang Anming, (2004), Air Cargo in Mainland China and Hong Kong, Aldershot, England

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Subject Title Research Methods

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces the fundamentals of the research process, and aims to develop students’ ability to apply qualitative and quantitative research methods in an innovative and appropriate way (Outcomes 3 and 4).

In a real business environment managers need to analyse business situations and problems by testing and applying the relevant conceptual frameworks innovatively. This course will introduce the fundamental techniques with which various methods and hypotheses can be tested and compared, after which the most appropriate strategy and conclusion can be formed for business organizations (Outcomes 3 and 10).

Upon the completion of this subject, students will be able to develop the essential skills of conducting a research independently, allowing them to complete their final year projects (Outcomes 3 and 10).



a. Analyse a business situation to identify research problems, issues and opportunities in business research and in so doing, formulate relevant research objectives.

b. Identify and reference literature and earlier research findings that are appropriate both to the methodology and the selected problem, and assess their quality.

c. Generate and critically evaluate alternative research designs in relation to a particular problem or issue.

d. Evaluate the suitability of secondary data to a selected research topic, assess the appropriateness of alternative data collection methods and data analysis techniques to research needs and data characteristics.

e. Be aware of ethical issues involved in research.

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f. Develop a comprehensive and credible proposal for business research. This knowledge will underpin final year research projects for degree students.

Studying this subject will help develop students’ critical thinking and writtencommunication skills, and develop their sense of social responsibility insafeguarding research ethics.


Business Research Fundamentals The role of business research; Scientific thinking and investigation - theory building, inductive and deductive reasoning; problem formulation; difference between propositions and hypotheses; Concept of research process and project management; Research ethics; Request for proposal, research proposal and research report;

Business Research Design Observational, experimental and case study research designs; Primary and secondary data collection methods; Sampling techniques; Questionnaire design; In-depth interview;

Quantitative Analysis Basics Measurement of variables - scaling, reliability and validity; Censuses and sampling; Probability and non-probability sampling; Sampling frame; Response rate issues and non response bias; Hypothesis tests and inference: e.g. t-test; F-test, two-way tables, ANOVA, multiple regression (mainly using reduced form estimation), simulation.


Lectures will be used to present the basic materials and illustrate their use. Tutorials will be used to discuss topics arising in the lectures and to study cases and exercises. Much of the learning will be by doing.



% weighting


a B c d e f

Coursework 55%

Examination 45%

Total 100 %


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The coursework includes writing a project report (40%) and a group project presentation (15%). Statistical analysis or alternative research methods covered in this course shall be applied in the project study. Examination is mainly used to test students’ knowledge on quantitative research methods and test results interpretation.



Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Team Project 45 Hrs.

Reading 42 Hrs.




Zikmund, W.G. (2003), Business Research Methods (7th ed.), Thomson, South-Western.

Creswell J.W (2008), Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, Sage Publishing

References

Cavana, R.Y., Delahaye, B.L. and Sekaran, U. (2001), Applied Business Research: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods, John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd.

Cooper, D. and Schindler, P. (2003), Business Research Methods (8th ed.), McGraw-Hill, New York.

Field A. P. (2009) Discovering Statistics Using SPSS, Sage Publication.

Hoyle, R.H., Harris, M.J., Judd, C.M. (2001), Research Methods in Social Relations (7th ed.), Wadsworth Publishing.

Huck, S.W. (2000), Reading Statistics and Research, Addison-Wesley.

Locke, L.F. (2000), Proposals that work: A guide for planning dissertations and grant proposals, Sage Publications, Inc.

Shannon, D.M. (2001), Using SPSS to solve statistical problems: A self-instruction guide, Prentice Hall.

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Subject Title Ship Construction and Maintenance

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces students to basic concepts concerning ship structure, its construction and its maintenance. It provides students with fundamental principles in maintaining seaworthiness and cargo-worthiness of a ship (Outcome 11).



a. Identify possible structural problems of unsafe practices and operations;

b. Develop and manage ship maintenance plan; Unitise the information form ship drawings for management functions; and

c. Prepare a ship for statutory survey.


Principal components of ships structure for major ship types; functions of structural components; design philosophy and procedures; hatchways and bulkheads; subdivisions of ships; fire resistance, flooding and damage controls; international and classification society requirements of structures, materials and methods; structural loads; static, dynamic and thermal loads; corrosion: causes and control; coatings, paint systems; ship maintenance planning; drydock planning, practices and precautions; ship surveys; survey and certification requirements to maintain hull classification; survey preparation.


In the lectures, the general principles of topics will be presented and developed. In the seminars, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities.

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% weighting


a b c

1. Coursework 50% 2. Examination 50% Total 100 %


The assessments of coursework and examination are adequately used to reflect the understanding of the legal and practical issues in the subject areas.



Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Self Study 87 Hrs.

Hrs.



References

Relevant treaties to date

Eyres, D.J. (2008), Ship Construction, 6th Ed., Boston: Butterworth-Heinemann.

House, D.J. (2003), Dry Docking and Shipboard Maintenance: A Guide for Industry, London: Witherby & Co., Ltd.

Rawson, K. K. and Tupper, E. C. (2001), Basic ship Theory, Vol. 1, 5th Ed., Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.

Rawson, K. K. and Tupper, E. C. (2001), Basic ship Theory, Vol. 2, 5th Ed., Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.

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Subject Title Shipping Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject provides students with a full understanding of current developments in logistics management in the international shipping context, and enables them to understand the application of quantitative techniques in logistics management decision making.


This subject is designed to provide professional study of the management of shipping logistics with respect to the international maritime business environment. At the successful completion of this subject, students are expected to:

a. Demonstrate relevant professional knowledge and understanding of shipping logistics, the international maritime environment in which they operate and how they are managed (Outcome 11).

b. Understand and respond to current developments of the relevant political, economical, social and technological issues and their influences on the operations and management of shipping logistics (Outcome 8).

c. Analyse and integrate the inter-relationships among the various components of subject matters in shipping logistics for effective problem solving (Outcome 11).

d. Effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate analytical skills including identifying, formulating and solving shipping logistics problems. The ability to create, evaluate and assess a range of options together with the capacity to apply ideas and knowledge to a range of situations (Outcome 9).

e. Abilities to conduct research into shipping logistics issues, either individually or as part of a team for projects/presentations. This requires familiarity with a range of business data, research sources and appropriate methodologies and for such to inform the overall learning process.

This subject facilitates the development of the following attributes of all-roundness:

Global outlook

Critical and creative thinking 27

Life-long learning

Entrepreneurship and leadership


1. Business of shipping

Trade and shipping

Demand for sea transport

Supply of sea transport

Freight rate mechanism

2. Shipping market

Freight market

Tramp and liner shipping

Shipping cycle

3. Shipping operations

Shipping capacity

Fleet mix

Liner shipping operations

4. Transport management

Principles of transport management

Shipper strategy

Logistics service providers


Lectures supplemented by small group activities such as tutorials, seminar, and presentations. In the lectures the general principles of the syllabus will be presented and developed. Students are expected to take an active part in the learning processes which the appropriate include Learning-to-Learn techniques and group projects. WebCT will be used extensively.



% weighting


a b c d e

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %



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Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Project 33 Hrs.

Reading 54 Hrs.




Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2010), Shipping and Logistics Management, Springer

Coyle J.J., Novack R.A., Gibson B.J., and Bardi E.J. (2011), Management of Transportation, South-Western

References

Stopford M. (2009), Maritime Economics, Routledge

Branch, A. (2007), Elements of Shipping, Routledge

Goulielmos A.M., Lun Y.H.V., Ng C.T. and Cheng T.C.E. (2010), The Business of Shipping, Inderscience: Geneva

Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2009), Container Transport Management, Inderscience

Scholarly journals:

International Journal of Shipping and Transport Logistics

Journal of Commerce

Transport Reviews

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Subject Title Economics of International Transport Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject provides students with fundamental concepts in economics and how these might be applied to international transport and logistics industries. Students will be encouraged to develop a global outlook, and an understanding of cultural, economic and market diversity across different countries (Outcome 2).

It provides students with knowledge of appropriate sources of information and data in the international transport and logistics sectors, and how realistic business situations and problems can be analysed by applying the appropriate conceptual frameworks from the relevant economic studies.

In particular, case studies and policy analysis will be conducted for industries including the maritime, aviation and land transportation sectors. This will enable students to identify and analyse the means by which value is created in goods and services and delivered to users (Outcome 8).



a. To develop an ability to build economic models to analyse the behaviors of different shipping markets;

b. To instill an understanding of the interaction between economic, operational and technological aspects of the different maritime industries;

c. To establish an awareness of the range of perspectives which may be adopted theoretically, legally and practically towards the air transport system;

d. To analyse market data and forecast the trends in different shipping markets.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ critical thinking, and oral and written communication skills.

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Transport Economics

Fundamentals of economic theory and applications; economic development; patterns of trade and logistics industries; demand modeling; estimation and interpretation of elasticity; cost function estimation and interpretation; economies of scale; economies of transport density; hub and spoke networks.

Maritime section

Function of maritime transport; Demand for maritime transport: Supply of maritime transport: Shipping costs; Pricing mechanism in maritime transport: liner tariffs and tramp market freight rates; Economies of scale in shipping; Optimum ship size and optimum speed of ships; Shipping market analysis; Maritime policy and regulation.

Air Transport section

Aircraft characteristics; Air transport in national, regional and local patterns and networks; Route selection and principles of timetable production, load factors and frequency; The interrelationship between passenger and freight transport; Marketing policy, strategy and analysis in airline industry; Role of IATA in relation to marketing; elasticity of demand for airline operations; Pooling procedures and bilateral operating agreements; Performance indicators, total factor productivity; economic and operational Regulation; liberalization and deregulation.


In the lectures the general principles of the syllabus topic will be presented and developed, together with guidance on further reading and activities. Lectures may also be used for the presentation and discussion of leading cases.

In the seminars, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities, including role-plays, student presentations and discussions.



% weighting


a b c d

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %


The coursework includes writing a project report (40%) and a group project presentation (10%). Students are required to apply some basic economic modeling skills learnt in this course in their project study. Examination is mainly used to test students’ knowledge on economic models and calculation. Some common practices used in the industry will also be tested.


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Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Seminar 13 Hrs.


Team Project 45 Hrs.

Reading 42 Hrs.




Jenkins, D. (2002). Handbook of Airline Economics (2nd ed.), McGraw Hill.

Stopford, M. (2009), Maritime Economics (3rd ed.), Routledge, London.

Wensveen, John G. (2011). Air Transportation: A Management Perspective (7th ed.), Ashgate. References

Bannister, Chan, Mak, Ng and Bennett (1998), Managing Human Resources in Hong Kong - A Practical Approach, 2nd ed., Pitman.

Branch, A. (1996), Elements of Shipping, Chapman & Hall, London.

Farthing, B. and Brownrigg, M. (1997), Farthing on International Shipping (3rd ed.), LLP, London.

Joseph P. Schwieterman (1993), Air Cargo and the Opening of China, CU Press.

McConville, J. (1999), Economics of Maritime Transport: Theory and Practice, Witherby, London.

Wilnolst, N. and Wergeland, T. (1996), Shipping, Delft University Press, The Netherlands.

Reference Journals: (available via POLYU library e-journals)

Journal of Air Transport Management

Maritime Policy and Management

Maritime Economics and Logistics

Transportation Research – Part E

Transport Policy

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Subject Title International Trade and Shipping

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Prerequisites Nil

Role and Purpose This subject contributes to the achievement of the BBA outcomes by enabling students to:

a. Analyse business situations and problems in international trade and shipping by applying conceptual frameworks from Economics, Finance, Law and Quantitative methods.

b. Identify and analyse the means by which value is created by the shipping industry, in delivering services that facilitate international trade. (Outcome 8)

c. Develop knowledge and analytical skills necessary to make an immediate contribution, when first employed in organisation related to shipping / international trade. (Outcome 11)

Learning Outcomes On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

a. Analyse vital events in world trade and shipping, by applying basic theories of international economics and trade.

b. Appraise how politics, policies and regulations affect world trade and shipping.

c. Identify problems and solutions in international trade and shipping. d. Be familiar with current developments in the shipping industry to a

level that is adequate to base continuous self-enhancement of knowledge of the subject.

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Synopsis / Indicative Syllabus

International Trade An introduction to global trading patterns. An overview of ship types, cargo, ships and ports (dry cargo, tankers, specialist, container and Ro-Ro).

Stakeholders in International Shipping An explanation of the roles of various stakeholders in Shipping: Ship-owners, Ship managers, Charterers, Insurers, intermediaries (Port / Liner / Chartering Agents and Brokers), Seafarers, workers unions, community, NGOs and governments.

Organisation and Structure of International Shipping Role of shipping registers, classification societies and various international maritime and trade organisations. Shipping alliances and conferences.

Different types of shipping companies including their structures and management. Consolidation and fragmentation in shipping industry.

Development of trade shipping and structure.

Maritime Geography Explanation of why ports and terminals are located where they are and the different types of cargoes being moved around the world in ships.

Shipping and the Governments Introduction to shipping legislation especially those governing safety and ship management. Role of governments and other agencies in regulating shipping. Flag state and port state controls.

Trade Policy and Tools - Tariffs, Quotas, VERs, VIEs, Taxes, Subsidies; Economic Efficiency Effects from Free Trade; Free Trade and the Distribution of Income; The Case for and Against for Protection; Free Trade as the "Pragmatically Optimal" Policy Choice. Customs.

Maritime Security Security threats to shipping. Piracy, Terrorism. ISPS Code, CSI, C-TPAT, Impact of security on costs. Security threats and insurance costs. Impact of disruptions in shipping. Resilience and vulnerability of shipping to security threats.

Shipping Documentation and Procedures Introduction to documentation, role and purpose of shipping documents. Common shipping documents including Bills of Lading, Shipping Order, Sea Waybill, Air Waybill, Certificates of Origin.

Incoterms: origin and purpose, common Incoterms.

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Shipping Careers A discussion of work and business opportunities in shipping industry.

Teaching / Learning Methodology

Lectures introduce and explain key theoretical concepts. These are linked to real events in the industry through appropriate examples.

Tutorials give students an opportunity to enhance their understanding of concepts taught in lectures. Tutorials are highly interactive and include discussions of current / past events, case studies and student presentations.

Assessment Methods Specific assessment methods/tasks

% weighting


a b c d

Coursework

Weekly report / Analysis / quiz 40%

Participation in discussions / Attendance 10%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %

Students would be given regular feedback on their performance, by email or as comments on assignments submitted.

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in both the Continuous Assessment and Final Examination components.


Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Self-study / research for self-learning tasks 45 Hrs.

Assignment / preparation for examination / test 42 Hrs.


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Compulsory Stopford, Martin. (2009), Maritime Economics, London, New York: Routledge, 3rd edition.

Supplementary UNCTAD. (2013), Review of Maritime Transport 2013. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, New York. Available for download athttp://unctad.org/en/PublicationsLibrary/rmt2013_en.pdf

Talley, Wayne K. (2009), Port Economics. London: New York: Routledge Poly U library Circulation Coll - HE551 .T356 2009

Pugel, Thomas A. (2009), International Economics. 14th edition, New York, NY: Mc Graw-Hill / Irwin. Poly U Circulation Coll HF1411 .K5 2009

Indicative The Economist Lloyd’s List TradeWind Journal of Maritime Policy and Management

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Subject Title Marine Navigation and Meteorology

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject provides students with basic understanding of meteorology and navigation at sea in order to develop their foundation knowledge for studying high-level courses related to maritime transportation (Outcome 11). This subject also raises students’ awareness on the importance of quality personnel and proper use of modern technologies to maritime safety management (Outcome 6).



a. Identify and inter-relate the various physical principles which determine the conduct of maritime transportation.

b. Assess all possible limitations which may be imposed by the internal and external environments within which ships and ports operate.

c. Evaluate navigational/meteorological information for directing the safe navigation of a ship.

d. Recommend solutions to minimising potential risks that arise from the dynamic maritime environment surrounding a ship.

e. Appraise the need for adopting weather routing services and using it to determine the optimum route for a voyage.

f. Master the basic techniques of applying conventional position fixing principles and assess the impact of associated modern technologies on safety of maritime transportation.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ skills in critical thinking and arouse their interest in life-long learning to keep abreast of modern marine technology, and enhance their awareness of social responsibility in maritime safety.

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Principles of position finding, position monitoring and vessel orientation, methods and instrumentation used in practice; the procedures applicable to ocean and coastal navigation; the use of navigational instrumentation; data sources and usage; track keeping, accuracies and errors. Applications in port approach and harbour surveys; Global and local atmospheric and ocean dynamics. The characteristics of climatic and weather systems; Meteorological and oceanographic factors affecting shipping and the instrumentation for their assessment. Occurrence and effect of natural phenomena upon trade and shipping. Winds, currents and tides and their effect on shipping and transport. Climate, seasons and seasonal hazards such as typhoons and ice. The use of weather routing services.


Lectures will be used to present the basic technical material and illustrate its use. Tutorials will be used for problem classes where students can check their solutions to exercises and resolve problems with their understanding of the topics. Students will be motivated to broaden their knowledge and to deepen their understanding of some selected topics through problem-based learning activities.



% weighting


a b c d e f

Coursework 40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %


Assignment and/or written test can be designed to test students’ ability to apply common senses and technical knowledge in evaluation of relevant information and to provide recommendations for safe voyage of a ship. These methods of assessment can facilitate measurement of the learning outcomes (b), (c) and (d).

Written examination is an assessment method appropriate for testing students’ understanding of concepts relating to certain technical requirements, acquaintance with the practices / principles of solving technical problems in weather routing and marine navigation. Written examination can be designed to measure the learning outcomes (a), (c), (e) and (f).


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Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Self-study / research for self-learning tasks 40 to 59 Hrs.

Assignment / preparation for examination / test 28 to 35 Hrs.

Total student study effort 107 to 133 Hrs.


Frost, A. (2004), Practical Navigation for Officers of the Watch, Glasgow

Peacock, A. (2008), Admiralty Manual of Navigation. Volume 1, The Principles of Navigation, London: The Nautical Institute

Dutton, B. (2004), Dutton's Nautical Navigation, Annapolis, Md. : Naval Institute Press

Bowditch, N. (2002), American Practical Navigator, Washington: US Hydrographic Office.

Kemp, J.F. (latest edition), Notes on Compass Work, London: Butterworth-Heinemann,

Bole, A.G. et al. (latest edition), The Navigation Control Manual, London: Heinemann.

NP100, The Mariner's Handbook (2009), The UK Hydrographic Office

IMO (2010), Ships’ Routeing, London: International Maritime Organization

Cornish, M. M. and Ives, E. E. (2006), Reeds Maritime Meteorology, Adlard Coles Nautical

Ingham, A.E. (latest edition), Hydrography for the Surveyor & Engineer, 3rd Ed., London: Blackwell Scientific Publications

Weintrit, A. (ed.) (2009), Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation, London: CRC Press

Kristiansen, S. (2005), Maritime Transportation: Safety Management and Risk Analysis, Elsevier Butterworth Heinemann

Whitney, C. A. and Wright, F. W. (latest edition), Learn to Navigate by the Tutorial System Developed at Harvard, Cornel Maritime Press

IMO (2008), Performance Standards for Shipborne Radiocommunications and Navigational Equipment, London: International Maritime Organization

Boswell, J. (2007), China Sea Pilot. Vol 1, The west side of South China Sea from Tanjung Lompat on the eastern side of Peninsular Malaysia to Zhelang Yan in China ; Pulau-Pulau Anambas, Hainan Dao, and the islands and banks bordering the main route from Singapore Strait to Hong Kong, Somerset: United Kingdom Hydrographic Office

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Subject Title Carriage of Goods Law

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite AF2504 Introduction to Business Law

Role and Purposes

Carriage of Goods Law introduces the law and practice in carriage of goods by sea, air and multimodal transportation. In addition, the students will develop the skill in using the legal method to resolve legal problems.

This subject may also identify and resolve ethical issues as they arise in the context of law (Outcome 4). The main role of this subject is to review and analyse legal problems by applying law method in practice and research.

The objective of this course is to enable students have professional legal knowledge and skills for their future practice in the real world (Outcome 11).



a. Apply the sea carriage law, air carriage law and multimodal transport law in Hong Kong and other common law jurisdictions.

b. Analyse legal cases and handle legal documents.

c. Solve real legal issues by applying the legal method and conduct legal researches.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ critical thinking, as well as oral and written communication skills.


Sea Carriage Law

Sea carriage contracts: voyage charter, time charter and bill of lading

Legislation: Bills of Lading and Analogous Shipping Documents Ordinance and Carriage of Goods by Sea Ordinance.

International conventions: the Hague Rules, the Hague Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules and the Rotterdam Rules.

Air Carriage Law

Air carriage contracts, air waybills, Carriage by Air Ordinance, The Warsaw Convention and the Montreal Convention.

Multimodal Transport Law

Multimodal transport contracts, UN Convention on International Multimodal Transport of Goods, UNCTAD/ICC Rules for Multimodal Transport Documents.

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Freight Forwarding

Relations between forwarder and carrier, types of forwarding operations, legal position of forwarder, liabilities and rights under various trading conditions.


In lectures, the general principles of the syllabus topics will be presented and developed, together with guidance on further readings and activities. The Blackboard Lean will be used to provide learning materials and discuss different issues.

In tutorials, students will have the chance to understand legal professional ethics and practice the legal method through the discussion and analysis of legal cases.



% weighting


a b c

Mid-term test 40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %


Students will be asked to apply legal method to provide solutions to problems which are practical and real.



Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Voluntary test and quiz 45 Hrs.

Further readings 42 Hrs.




Chan, F., Ng, J.J.M. and Wong, B. (2002), Shipping and Logistics Law: principles and practice in Hong Kong, Hong Kong University Press.

Wilson, J.F. (2010), Carriage of Goods by Sea, 7th ed., New York: Pearson Longman.

References

Brodie, P.R. (2006), Commercial Shipping Handbook, 2nd ed., London: Informa.

Chan, F. and Others (2006 reissue), Maritime Law, vol. 18(1) Halsbury’s Laws of Hong Kong, Butterworths.

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Glass, D.A. (2012), Freight Forwarding & Multimodal Transport Contracts, 2nd ed., London: LLP.

Stewart C. Boyd [et al.] (2011), Scrutton on charterparties and bills of lading, 22nd ed., London: Sweet & Maxwell.

Treitel, G. and Others (2011), Carver on Bills of Lading, 3rd ed., London: Sweet & Maxwell.

Recommended law report, periodicals and newspapers Lloyd's Law Reports

Journal of International Maritime Law

Lloyd's Maritime and Commercial Law Quarterly

Lloyd’s Maritime Law Newsletter

Shipping & Trade Law (newsletter)

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Subject Title Cargo Operations and Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces students to the technical, operational and regulatory knowledge concerning the safe and efficient transport of seaborne cargoes (Outcomes 3 and 6). It develops students’ capabilities in the management of cargo handling and transport planning (Outcome 11). It contributes to the safety and efficiency of ship management and cargo operations (Outcome 8).



a. Prepare cargo handling and storage plans;

b. Supervise loading and unloading of seaborne cargoes;

c. Design and plan cargo transport and handling schemes;

d. Apply the principles and safe practices for arranging stowage and securing of cargoes;

e. Recommend cargo plans for special cargoes and hazardous cargoes ; and

f. Apply technical knowledge regarding inspection of cargo equipment and prevention of pollution to the marine environment and of threats to occupational safety.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ skills in critical and problem solving. It helps develop their ability in pursuing life-long learning. It also promotes students’ global outlook.


Shipboard Cargo Handling

Handling of break bulk cargo; Handling of solid bulk and liquid bulk cargo; Cargo loading, stowage, securing and discharge ; Vehicles on Ro-Ro vessels; Basic principles for container stowage, packing, lashing and securing; Lashing and securing of deck cargoes; Methods of packing and securing of cargoes; Forces acting on cargo during transport.

Cargo Handling Equipment

Type and care of shipboard handling and securing equipment; Loading and unloading equipment for dry and liquid bulk cargoes; Equipment for handling

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pallets and containers; Survey, inspection and certification of cargo equipment.

Regulations

Regulations for the transport of dangerous goods; Packing, handling, stowage, segregation and securing of dangerous goods; Terminal arrangement, layout of quays and transit sheds; Handling and storage of packaged dangerous goods in port areas; Safe packing and securing of cargo in freight containers and vehicles; Marking, labelling and placarding of cargo; Consequences and responsibilities of cargo problems; Choice of Cargo Transport Units (CTU) type.

Contemporary and Ethical issues

Container operations and trends; pollution prevention and environmental protections; maritime occupational health and safety; code of safe practice.


Lectures are to introduce the concepts of the covered topics, and to elaborate areas of importance and difficulty, providing a framework to focus on text reading and the corresponding tutorials. Tutorials after each lecture are to encourage students to apply the knowledge they learn through various activities, including discussions, case studies, and / or presentations. Group work may be used to motivate peer learning among students.



% weighting


a b c d e f

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %


Through quiz and/or assignment, students can better understand the concepts applied to the trade situations, and clarify the concepts of cargo handling. Through group work, each small group of students is required to undertake a topic of interest in the handling of marine cargo, with due regard to the observance of the rules and regulations as required by international/national practices of safe handling of seaborne cargoes by sea carriers. The aforementioned assessment methods can be designed to facilitate measurement of learning outcomes (b), (c) and (e).

Written examination can allow students to demonstrate their abilities of understanding the principles of designing/planning cargo operation matters and correctly applying relevant knowledge in execution of cargo plans, inspection of cargo equipment, and prevention of pollution/threats to safety. Written examination can be designed to measure the learning outcomes (a), (d), and (f).


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Class contact:

Lecture 26 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.


Reading 48 Hrs.

Discussion 40 Hrs.



Essential Textbook

House, David. J. (2005), Cargo Work for Maritime Operation. London: Butterworth-Heinemann.

Recommended Textbook

Strauch, W., Wild, Y., Scharnow, R. (2008), Container Handbook. Marine and Loss Prevention Dept. of GDV

Isbester J. (2010), Bulk Carrier Practice. London: Nautical Institute London

Knott, J.R. (2002), Lashing and Securing of Deck Cargoes. London: Nautical Institute London

Thomas R. E. (2010), Thomas' stowage: The Properties and Stowage of Cargoes. Glasgow: Brown, Son & Ferguson

ICS/OCIMF (2006), International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals. London: Witherby

Supplementary References

Dekker, R. Voogd, P. and van Asperen, E. (2006), Advanced Methods for Container Stacking. In: Kim K. H. & Günther H.O. (Eds.), Container Terminals and Cargo Systems: Design, Operations Management, and Logistics Control Issues (pp. 131-154). New York: Springer.

Borgman, B., van Asperen, E. and Dekker, R. (2010), Online Rules for Container Stacking. OR Spectrum, 32, 687-716

Derrett D.R. (2006), Ship Stability for Masters and Mates. London: Heinemann

IMO, International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMSBC Code) (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code Supplement (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, IMO/ILO/UN ECE Guideline for Packing of Cargo Transport Unites (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Code of Safe Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargo (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

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IMO, International Convention for the Safe Containers (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Crude Oil Washing System (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

ILO Code of Practice, Safety and Health in Dock Work (latest edition). Geneva, ILO office

ILO Convention No.152, Occupational Safety and Health (Dock Work) Convention

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973/78 (MARPOL)

Recommended periodicals and magazines

Seaview (Journal of the Institute of Seatransport)

Maritime Policy & Management

Online magazine: Tanker Operator. http://www.tankeroperator.com

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Subject Title Maritime Risk Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3

Pre-requisite AMA1501 Introductory to Statistics for Business

Role and Purpose This subject seeks to develop the knowledge and analytical skills necessary in organizations related to logistics / maritime trade, for making risk management decisions and to ensure business continuity, through the application of risk management principles. This subject meets the following BBA Programme Learning Outcomes, by enabling students to:

1. Apply creative thinking in the business setting. (Outcome 3) 2. Identify and evaluate business opportunities and risks as they arise.

(Outcome 5) 3. Evaluate the processes and structures through which organizations plan,

decide, motivate and control their activities. (Outcome 9) 4. Identify and analyze those aspects of the domestic and global business

environment that set the ‘parameters of choice’ within which business organizations set objectives and take actions. (Outcome 10)

5. Have sufficient professionally-specific skills and knowledge to make an immediate contribution to the organization in which they are first employed and to provide a base for their continuous professional development. (Outcome 11)



a. Identify risks and suggest appropriate risk management solutions, in logistics / maritime related businesses

b. Understand human factors in safety and security and identify appropriate solutions to manage safety and security risks.

c. Apply appropriate international standards and regulatory requirements for dealing with risks.

d. Be familiar with risk management to a level that is adequate for continued self-enhancement of knowledge of the subject.

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Introduction History of risk management, definitions of risk, differentiating risk, loss and hazard.

Concepts in Risk Management Concepts in risk management, identifying assets that need risk management, responsibility for risk management.

Identifying and Managing risks Business process risks, market risks, organizational risks, socio-economic and environmental risks. Controllable and uncontrollable risks, low frequency and random risks.

Assessing Risks Perceptions of risks, s