Global Logistics and Distribution Management Technology -- Geographic Information Systems
Curriculum Description
The Global Logistics / Distribution Management Technology curriculum prepares individuals for a multitude of career opportunities in distribution, transportation, warehousing, supply chain, and manufacturing organizations.
Course work includes the international and domestic movement of goods from the raw materials source(s) through production and ultimately to the consumer. Courses in transportation, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, purchasing, computerization, supply chain operations and federal transportation and OSHA regulations are emphasized.
Graduates should qualify for positions in a wide range of logistics-related positions in government agencies, manufacturing, and service organizations. Employment opportunities include entry-level purchasing, material management, warehousing, inventory, transportation, international freight, and logistics analysts. Upon completion, graduates may be eligible to pursue professional credentials through APICS, AST&L, CSCMP, and ISM.
The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Certificate
C25610GI REVISED
NC CIP: 52.0203
Day, Evening and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2016
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIS 110 | Survey of GIS/GPS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| GIS 111 | Introduction to GIS | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| GIS 211 | GIS/GPS Project | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| LOG 110 | Introduction to Logistics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 7 | 4 | 0 | 9 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOG 125 | Transportation Logistics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| LOG 215 | Supply Chain Management | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| LOG 240 | Purchasing Logistics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 18
Additional Information
2015FA - New Certificate
The Geographic Information Systems Certificate under the Global Logistics and Distribution Management Technology curriculum degree is designed to prepare individuals for a multitude of career opportunities in transportation, and governmental entities and provides the fundamental knowledge and skills of GIS software.
Geographic Information Systems is a system of integrated tools, capturing, storing, retrieving analyzing and displaying of spatial information.
Graduates should qualify for positions in a wide range of GIS and Logistics-related positions in government agencies, logistics, transportation, and service organizations. Also employment opportunities include entry-level positions in planning, public transportation and geography related positions. Upon completion, graduates may be eligible to pursue professional credentials through APICS, AST&L, CSCMP, and ISM.
C25610GI REVISED