TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LOY306	TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS	6	3	3	8

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	, TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	This course aims to enable students to examine the types of dangerous substances, categories and processes applied to dangerous substances within the framework of ADR and DGR.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include the subjects such as types of dangerous goods, classification of dangerous goods and transportation operations of dangerous goods.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Describe the classification of dangerous goods.
Explain the points to be considered regarding loading and unloading processes of dangerous goods.
Analyze the information he/she learned about the safety of dangerous goods by associating with the field.
Interpret the sectoral practices related to dangerous goods operations.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Definitions and Basic Concepts in Transportation of Dangerous Goods	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
2	Reading	Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Educating Individuals	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
3	Reading	Types of Dangerous Goods and Labelling	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
4	Reading	Security Responsibilities of Parties	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
5	Preparation of Assignments	Temporary Precautions and Case Studies Regarding Protection Measures	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Group Work
6	Reading	Temporary Precautions and Case Studies Regarding Protection Measures	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
7	Reading	Regulations in Packaging	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Reading	General Revision	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
10	Reading	Transportation, Loading, Unloading and Handling Conditions and Rules to Obey	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
11	Reading	Information on delivery documents	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
12	Preparation of Assignments	Rules on Handling and Stowing	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion & Group Work
13	Reading	Points to be considered in Loading and Unloading processes	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
14	Reading	Accidents and points to be considered	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
15	Reading	Security Consultancy on Dangerous Goods	Lecture & Question and Answer & Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Akcetin, E. (2013). Tehlikeli Madde Lojistiginde Risk Yonetimi. Ankara: Nobel Academic Publications
Garbolino, E. et al. (2012). Transport of Dangerous Goods. Berlin: Springer

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Define basic concepts related with logistics.				3
2	Relate the information on economy and sustainability with the field.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the planning and implementation process in logistics operations.					4
2	Relate the theoretical and practical knowledge in the field with International Trade, Business and Economics.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Generate a solution for the problems encountered in logistics activities						5
2	Apply analytical methods and modeling techniques in logistics planning processes				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the theoretical and practical knowledge about the field within the framework of logistics operations.				3
2	Prepare visual report, presentation and project in English and Turkish about logistics activities.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Decide the follow-up and control processes of logistics operations.						5
2	Perform as a leader or a team member and complete the tasks assigned to him/her in the team regarding the planning and implementation of logistic activities.					4
3	Prepare the logistic projects.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Research on scientific, sectoral developments and innovations related to the field.						5
2	Gain the basic knowledge necessary for the planning process of logistics activities and human resources performance management.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Follow national and international sectoral practices and arrange projects and organizations related to logistics area including sustainability, environmental awareness and energy efficiency elements.						5
2	Cooperate to bring innovative ideas to the stakeholders in the sector using logistics-related databases, information and communication technologies.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply knowledge and skills related to his / her field by taking into account his legal, social and ethical responsibilities.					4
2	Decide on the necessary planning and regulations regarding his/her field by considering the legal aspects of logistics applications.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	13	6	78
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	8	5	40
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	8	5	40
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	45	0	202