| (a) General requirements. This course is recommended
for students in Grades 9-12. Students shall be awarded one credit
for successful completion of this course.
(b) Introduction.
(1) Career and technical education instruction provides
content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical
knowledge and skills for students to further their education and succeed
in current or emerging professions.
(2) The Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Career Cluster focuses on planning, management, and movement of people,
materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water and related
professional support services such as transportation infrastructure
planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment, and
facility maintenance.
(3) In Principles of Transportation Systems, students
will gain knowledge and skills in the safe application, design, production,
and assessment of products, services, and systems. This knowledge
includes the history, laws and regulations, and common practices used
in the transportation industry. Students should apply knowledge and
skills in the application, design, and production of technology as
it relates to the transportation industries. This course allows students
to reinforce, apply, and transfer their academic knowledge and skills
to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and
settings.
(4) Students are encouraged to participate in extended
learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations
and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.
(5) Statements that contain the word "including" reference
content that must be mastered, while those containing the phrase "such
as" are intended as possible illustrative examples.
(c) Knowledge and skills.
(1) The student demonstrates professional standards/employability
skills as required by business and industry. The student is expected
to:
(A) identify career development and entrepreneurship
opportunities related to transportation systems;
(B) identify careers in transportation systems;
(C) apply competencies related to resources, information,
interpersonal skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and systems
of operation within transportation;
(D) discuss certification opportunities;
(E) demonstrate knowledge of personal and occupational
health and safety;
(F) discuss response plans to emergency situations;
(G) identify employers' expectations, appropriate work
habits, ethical conduct, legal responsibilities, and good citizenship
skills; and
(H) explore career goals, objectives, and strategies
as part of a plan for future career opportunities.
(2) The student develops leadership experience as it
relates to transportation systems. The student is expected to:
(A) plan, propose, conduct, and evaluate industry-based
occupational experiences;
(B) apply proper record-keeping skills as they relate
to industry-based occupational experiences;
(C) use a customized record-keeping system for the
individual industry-based occupational experiences;
(D) discuss youth leadership opportunities to create
a well-rounded industry-based occupational experience; and
(E) develop a work plan and budget.
(3) The student explores concepts related to cultural
diversity. The student is expected to:
(A) identify significant similarities and differences
in international culture;
(B) explain the variety of world markets; and
(C) describe marketing factors and practices that impact
other cultures.
(4) The student understands the historical, current,
and future significance of the transportation industries. The student
is expected to:
(A) define terms associated with the transportation
industries;
(B) identify the scope and effect on society of the
transportation industries;
(C) identify significant historical and current developments
in the transportation industries;
(D) identify potential future development for transportation
industry systems;
(E) describe how emerging technologies and globalization
impact the transportation industries; and
(F) compare and contrast issues affecting the transportation
industries such as international trade, employment, safety, and environmental
issues.
(5) The student analyzes the structure of transportation
organizations. The student is expected to:
(A) describe common business management principles;
(B) identify opportunities for leadership development
and personal growth;
(C) demonstrate democratic principles in conducting
effective meetings;
(D) describe team dynamics; and
(E) describe the development of organizational vision,
mission, and goals through the strategic planning process.
(6) The student explains the transportation industries
at the local, state, national, and international levels. The student
is expected to:
(A) identify reasons for world trade and globalization;
(B) identify the political impact of transportation;
(C) review regulations and major laws and evaluate
their impact on transportation;
(D) read appropriate written material to stay abreast
of current issues impacting transportation;
(E) collect public opinion and data in order to make
informed decisions;
(F) use critical-thinking skills to identify and organize
alternatives and evaluate public policy issues related to transportation;
and
(G) evaluate performance and contract compliance of
contractors and service providers.
(7) The student demonstrates appropriate interpersonal
and communication skills. The student is expected to:
(A) examine workplace ethical and legal responsibilities;
(B) define the uses of proper etiquette;
(C) identify appropriate personal appearance and health
habits;
(D) practice written and oral communication skills
in formal and informal situations;
(E) practice effective listening skills in formal and
informal situations;
(F) read and comprehend materials common to the transportation
industry;
(G) employ writing and preparation skills using technical
information; and
(H) demonstrate speaking skills.
(8) The student applies appropriate research methods
for transportation systems. The student is expected to:
(A) define major fields of research and development;
(B) identify and apply scientific methods of research
in transportation industries;
(C) use a variety of resources for research and development;
and
(D) describe the scientific methods of research.
(9) The student applies problem-solving, mathematical,
and organizational skills in order to maintain financial and logistical
records related to transportation. The student is expected to:
(A) discuss project proposals;
(B) maintain records appropriate to transportation
system industries;
(C) collect and organize data in graphs, tables, charts,
and plots; and
(D) analyze and interpret data from graphs, tables,
charts, and plots.
(10) The student uses information technology tools
specific to transportation industries to access, manage, integrate,
and create information. The student is expected to:
(A) use management software, email applications, and
Internet applications;
(B) use word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and
presentation software;
(C) examine collaborative, groupware, and virtual meeting
software; and
(D) discuss Geographic Information Systems, Global
Positioning Systems, and other computer-based equipment in transportation
systems.
(11) The student discusses methods to reduce workplace
hazards in order to promote a safe working environment. The student
is expected to:
(A) discuss safe work practices and emergency procedures;
(B) identify rules and laws designed to promote safety
and health in transportation environments;
(C) demonstrate first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
procedures;
(D) demonstrate proper use of safety equipment; and
(E) evaluate worksite safety areas and/or plans.
(12) The student examines Texas Department of Public
Safety regulations as related to the transportation industry. The
student is expected to:
(A) discuss rules pertaining to obtaining a commercial
driver license (CDL);
(B) explain the different types of CDLs;
(C) discuss the various endorsements available for
a CDL;
(D) discuss the requirements for each endorsement;
(E) identify material handling and storage equipment
and forklifts, including electric- and fuel-powered forklifts; and
(F) identify types of transportation that supply warehouses
and distribution centers.
|
