Course Title: Apply knowledge of logistics
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: OMGT5038C
Course Title: Apply knowledge of logistics
School: 525T Business & Enterprise
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5441 - Diploma of Logistics
Course Contact: Jeremy Glover
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99251485
Course Contact Email: jeremy.glover@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Wayne Beasy
Email: wayne.beasy@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 20
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply knowledge of logistics.
It includes accessing and interpreting relevant logistics information and applying this information in the workplace.
This unit applies to emerging logistics specialists who need an understanding of the functions and activities of the wider organisation but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
The application of this knowledge is required by people who are not currently specialists in the field but need the knowledge to inform their decision making.
Typically these individuals must demonstrate the ability to work independently or as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
TLIX4028 Apply knowledge of logistics |
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Element: |
1 Access and interpret relevant logistics information |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
2 Use knowledge of logistics |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Learning Outcomes
Performance evidence
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:
- adhering to relevant logistics requirements
- analysing and interpreting logistics information to determine where internal and external factors impact on the logistics requirements, and adjusting planning accordingly
- applying knowledge of logistics to assist work and to guide problem solving
- communicating key logistics information clearly, presenting information confidently and selecting the appropriate communication medium for a range of audiences
- using appropriate information technology and software.
Knowledge evidence
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:
- logistics information or information systems
- logistics knowledge relevant to the work performed
- relevant and industry-specific information regarding the support to capability and support to operations.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit will be co-delivered and co-assessed with TLIA5035 - Manage international freight transfer - as a cluster is entitled "Logistics and International Freight Transfer".
The delivery of this cluster will be face to face on-campus.
The activities will include some elements of lecture style, some research-based and self directed learning. There will be a large part of the activities incorporating simulated business meetings, in class.
The emphasis will be mainly on interactive learning.
Teaching Schedule
| Week | Topic details | Learning Material and Activities | Assessments |
| Week 1 |
Course Introduction Intro to Logistics & Freight Concepts |
Introduction review as covered in the semester 1 induction Course requirements and support documents / resources This week we will explore what is international freight transfer vs domestic freight transfer and what relevant logistics information applies? – class discussion (Back to basics) |
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| Week 2 | Accessing & Analysing Logistics Information |
This week we will explore and discuss: Logistics Information
Analysis results are documented and recommendations relevant to logistics are determined and applied in accordance with organisational policy and procedures |
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| Week 3 | Freight Transfer Requirements (Freight Codes, Regulations, Policies) |
This week we will explore what freight transfer requirements may apply |
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| Week 4 | Customer Requirements & Special Freight |
This week we will explore what Options for international freight transfer are evaluated in terms of identified special requirements, customer need and relevant regulatory requirements, including: |
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| Week 5 | Applying Logistics Recommendations |
This week we will explore: evaluate effectiveness, make adjustments |
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| Week 6 | Selecting Freight Options & Routes |
This week we will explore: Modes of transport, Incoterms, route planning |
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| Week 7 | Freight Systems & Resources Planning |
This week we will explore what Systems are established, evaluated and coordinated for international freight transfer, including suitable risk analysis |
Assessment 1 |
| Mid Semester Break – 1st Sept – 7th Sept (inclusive) | |||
| Week 8 | Quality & Tech in Freight |
This week we will explore: IT tools, communication systems, quality standards |
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| Week 9 | Monitoring Freight Operations |
This week we will explore: Performance vs KPIs, non-compliance, reporting |
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| Week 10 | Customer Satisfaction & Service | This week we will explore: |
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| Week 11 | Freight Documentation & Closure |
This week we will explore: Freight reports, compliance updates, documentation |
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| Week 12 | Freight Planning Workshop |
This week we will explore: Combine logistics and freight elements into project |
Assessment 2 |
| Week 13 | Final Project Presentations |
This week we will: Present plans, stakeholder response, evaluation |
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| Week 14 | Review & Continuous Improvement |
This week we will: Review planning effectiveness, reflect, improve |
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| Week 15 | Assessment practical work | Assessment practical work | Assessment 3 Due |
| Week 16 | Feedback, resit, resubmissions |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment conditions
Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.
Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.
Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Resources for assessment must include access to:
- a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations
- relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry
- applicable documentation, including legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operation manuals.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 - Knowledge Test and Workbook
Due: Week 7
Summary and Purpose of Assessment
This assessment task is one (1) of three (3) assessment tasks you need to complete.
All assessments need to be satisfactorily completed in order to be deemed competent for this cluster.
This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge of logistics and international freight transfer in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.
Assessment Instructions
What
This assessment is made up of two (2) main parts.
Part A:
- You have 6 questions to answer in SECTION B of this assessment guide
Part B:
Complete section 1 of the assessment workbook template.
- You have been provided with an assessment workbook template (download from Canvas).
- The workbook has been divided into three (3) sections, each section includes tasks to complete for each of your 3 assessments. Additional student instructions for completion and submission are included of the workbook.
Assessment Task 2 - Logistics & Freight Transfer Workbook
Due: Week 12
Summary and Purpose of Assessment
This assessment task is two (2) of three (3) assessment tasks you need to complete.
All assessments need to be satisfactorily completed in order to be deemed competent for this cluster.
This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge of logistics and international freight transfer in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.
What
This assessment is made up of one (1) main part.
This concentrates on the next section of the freight transfer workbook started in assessment 1
You are to use the already partially completed template and continue adding/completing the assessment 2 section marked in the workbook. Additional student instructions are included in the template.
Assessment Task 3 - Knowledge Test and Workbook
Due: Week 15
Summary and Purpose of Assessment
This assessment task is one (3) of three (3) assessment tasks you need to complete.
All assessments need to be satisfactorily completed in order to be deemed competent for this cluster.
This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge of logistics and international freight transfer in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.
Assessment Instructions
What
This assessment is made up of two (2) main parts.
Part A:
- You have 6 questions to answer in SECTION B of this assessment guide
Part B:
Complete section 3 of the assessment workbook template.
- You have been provided with an assessment workbook template (download from Canvas).
Assessment Matrix
This course is a cluster of the following two (2) individual units within the Diploma of Logitics - TLI50224.
These 2 courses will be co-delivered and co-assessed, all two (2) assessments must be completed successfully to deem these two units satisfactory.
Cluster title: Logistics and International Freight Transfer
Units: TLIX4028 - Apply knowledge of logistics and TLIA5035 - Manage international freight transfer
The assessment matrix for competency based training is non-graded.
The following matrix will apply.
* Satisfactory
* Not Yet Satisfactory (NYC)
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