| (a) General requirements. This course is recommended
for students in Grades 11 and 12. Recommended prerequisite: Principles
of Distribution and Logistics. 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) Distribution and Logistics is designed to provide
training for entry-level employment in distribution and logistics,
This course focuses on the business planning and management aspects
of distribution and logistics. To prepare for success, students will
learn, reinforce, experience, apply, and transfer their knowledge
and skills related to distribution and logistics.
(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 in distribution and logistics;
(B) identify careers in distribution and logistics;
(C) apply competencies related to resources, information,
interpersonal skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and systems
of operation in distribution and logistics;
(D) investigate certifications required to meet state
requirements for selected fields;
(E) demonstrate knowledge of personal and occupational
safety, health, and first-aid policy in the workplace;
(F) develop response plans to emergency situations;
(G) identify employers' expectations, appropriate work
habits, ethical conduct, legal responsibilities, and good citizenship
skills; and
(H) develop personal career goals, objectives, and
strategies as part of a plan for future career and educational opportunities.
(2) The student identifies concepts related to cultural
diversity. The student is expected to:
(A) identify similarities and differences in international
cultures;
(B) explain the variety of world markets; and
(C) describe marketing factors and practices that impact
other cultures.
(3) The student describes the historical, current,
and future significance of the distribution and logistics industries.
The student is expected to:
(A) define terms associated with the distribution and
logistics industries;
(B) identify the scope of the distribution and logistics
industries and the industries' effect on society;
(C) identify significant historical and current issues
in the distribution and logistics industries;
(D) identify potential future scenarios for the distribution
and logistics industries;
(E) describe how emerging technology and globalization
impacts the distribution and logistics industries; and
(F) compare and contrast issues affecting the distribution
and logistics industries such as international trade, employment,
safety, and environmental issues.
(4) The student explains the distribution and logistics
industries at 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 distribution and
logistics;
(C) review regulations and major laws to evaluate their
impact on the distribution and logistics industries;
(D) read appropriate written material to stay abreast
of current issues;
(E) use critical-thinking skills to identify and organize
alternatives and evaluate public policy issues; and
(F) evaluate performance and contract compliance of
contractors and service providers.
(5) The student demonstrates appropriate personal and
communication skills. The student is expected to:
(A) describe and apply workplace ethical and legal
responsibilities;
(B) define the uses of proper etiquette and behavior;
(C) identify appropriate personal appearance and health
habits;
(D) practice written and oral communication skills
and employ effective listening skills;
(E) comprehend technical reading materials common to
the distribution and logistics industries;
(F) employ sound writing and preparation skills for
prepared and extemporaneous oral presentations, including presentations
of technical information; and
(G) demonstrate speaking skills.
(6) The student applies appropriate research methods
for distribution and logistics topics. The student is expected to:
(A) define major fields of research and development;
(B) demonstrate proficiency in using a variety of resources
for both research and development; and
(C) describe the scientific method of research.
(7) The student applies problem-solving, mathematical,
and organizational skills to maintain financial and logistical records.
The student is expected to:
(A) discuss project proposals;
(B) develop and maintain records;
(C) collect and organize data in graphs, tables, charts,
and plots;
(D) analyze and interpret data from graphs, tables,
charts, and plots;
(E) maintain appropriate financial records such as
journals, inventories, income and expense logs, and financial statements
and balance sheets;
(F) conduct formative, summative, and financial analyses
of project learning objectives and records in order to problem-solve
for the future;
(G) review commercial driver license (CDL) preparation
guidelines; and
(H) explain CDL guidelines in preparation for testing.
(8) The student uses information technology tools to
access, manage, and create information. The student is expected to:
(A) use personal management software, email applications,
and Internet applications;
(B) use word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and
presentation software;
(C) use collaborative or virtual meeting software;
(D) use and explain the benefits of Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) hardware and applications;
(E) use computer-based equipment to manage human resources
and physical assets;
(F) use technology applications such as barcode systems
to identify and track goods and shipments; and
(G) use mobile applications such as GPS to track goods
and shipments.
(9) The student uses data to optimize distribution
and logistics business operations such as storage, distribution routes,
equipment, and human resources. The student is expected to:
(A) use data to identify areas of operation that need
improvement to optimize business operations;
(B) identify alternative processes and procedures to
improve and optimize business operations; and
(C) make data-based decisions on optimizing storage
space and distribution routes.
(10) The student assesses and implements methods to
reduce sources of workplace hazards common in the industry in order
to promote a safe and accident-free work environment. The student
is expected to:
(A) identify, assess, and control hazards to maintain
safe and healthy working conditions;
(B) state the role and summarize the benefits of each
component in a health, safety, and environmental management system;
(C) demonstrate emergency procedures to reduce and
mitigate workplace accidents;
(D) perform tool, equipment, facility, and personal
protective equipment audits and inspections;
(E) identify rules and laws designed to promote safety
and health in the workplace; and
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