Transportation, logistics, and distribution
Class overview
During your course of study in this program, you will learn about the various job opportunities in the Transportation, Logistics, Distribution, and Warehousing fields. We will be using material handling equipment that is normally found in a warehouse setting, as well as completing project-based learning modules that will inform you about the life of a logistics planner. We also take several field trips during the school year (Amazon Corporation, Philadelphia Marine Terminal Port, FedEx Sortation Facility at the Philadelphia International Airport, etc.)
Learn to drive a forklift! For grades 9-12, students will be learning how to drive various forklifts using state of the art VR Technology, provided by our partners at Raymond Arbor Material Handling, Inc. and SimLog! Before they graduate, all students will receive their forklift certification by a certified forklift trainer.
What is Logistics?
Welcome everyone! If you ever wondered about the Logistics program at BCIT, watch this video!
This is my third year as a CTE Logistics instructor at BCIT. I also have a decade of working experience in a warehouse and retail setting. I am hoping to impart my knowledge and skills I have learned to help you succeed in your career at BCIT Westampton!
Project Based Learning Example
This video is the culmination of a cross-curricular unit with Entertainment Technology, where students debated Insourcing and Outsourcing Strategies!
Resources
Below, I have added some helpful information for both prospective students and parents.
Student sites
https://supplychaingamechanger.com/why-is-supply-chain-such-a-great-career-path/
https://collegegrad.com/salaries/supply-chain-logistics
Parent sites
https://www.state.nj.us/education/cccs/2014/career/93.pdf
https://www.business.rutgers.edu/faculty-research/supply-chain-management
Supply Chain Management
Supply chain management is the execution process of any business. Students will learn about the coordination of a network of otherwise independent trading partners creating a desired product or service, and moving it from suppliers, through manufacturing, and out to customers when and where they want it. This career path focuses on all supply chain functional areas and a variety of the latest supply chain strategies and technologies.