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TDW 2013 - Packing Materials and Distribution Containers


Clock Hours: 12

Course Description:
This course teaches the student the basic packing and distribution materials used today to properly ship products. The student will learn how to keep those products from damage during internationally and domestically intermodal and intramodal means of transportation.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

  1. Packaging Materials
    1. Define the function and purpose of packaging
    2. Describe what types of materials are used in packaging
    3. Describe the best materials to use when shipping in the different modes of transportation
    4. Understand and demonstrate how to package materials for safe shipment
  2. Distribution Containers
    1. Define the function and purpose of distribution containers
    2. Describe the different distribution containers
    3. Describe how these containers are best suited for mode of transportation
    4. Describe the cost and use of these containers
    5. Understand and demonstrate how to load large shipping containers safely and efficiently