Logistics and Intermodal Transportation

Type of degree: B.S.

Brief overview of program: The principal objective of the Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Program is to prepare future leaders of the nation's commercial and military logistics and transportation systems. This purpose is consistent with the Academy's mission to graduate officers and leaders who are "dedicated to serving the economic and defense interests of the United States...and who will contribute to an intermodal transportation system that effectively ties America together." The goal is achieved through an integrated program of study and experiential learning, the cornerstone of which is an academic major. The Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Program builds on the Academy's traditional maritime core competencies to provide midshipmen with the knowledge and skills required to manage complex intermodal supply chains and to address the challenges facing the global transportation system. Midshipmen who elect this major take the same core courses in Nautical Science, Maritime Business, and general education (math, science, and humanities) as do their counterparts enrolled in other majors in the Department of Marine Transportation. They must also meet requirements for a U.S. Coast Guard license as third mate. Courses specific to the Logistics and Intermodal Transportation major include Integrated Logistics Management, Intermodal Transportation Systems, Intermodal Port and Terminal Operations, Global Supply Chain Management, and the capstone Logistics and Intermodal Seminar. Elective options include such offerings as Operations Research for Transportation , Information Technology and Management, Defense Transportation System, and Environmental Manage- ment. Central themes of the major are the role of ports and maritime elements in logistical and intermodal systems, the development of a systems view, the application of information technology, and the importance of an international orientation. The major emphasizes the development of oral and written communications capabilities through research papers, written reports, and formal presentations. Teamwork skills are enhanced through case studies and applied research projects that focus on real-world tasks identified through the program's extensive industry outreach efforts. Problem solving abilities are refined through use of computerbased simulation and analysis software. Independent certification of professional competency through the American Society of Transportation and Logistics is an attractive optional component of the program. A guest lecture series brings prominent industry figures to the Academy to discuss current issues and career opportunities for graduates.

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For the students that enter the workforce, what are the most common occupations that they pursue with this degree or certificate? Career opportunities for graduates of the Logistics and Intermodal Transportation Program are diverse and rewarding. Reflecting the changing nature of the maritime transportation system, fulfillment of the professional obligation may be accomplished through service in a wide variety of logistics and transportation occupations in commercial, government, and military domains. Examples of entry-level positions include logistics system coordinator, transportation analyst, intermodal terminal supervisor, customer service associate, logistics/ transportation consultant, ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) specialist, traffic coordinator, shipping supervisor, and project manager, to name a few.

Program Point of Contact: CAPT. George Edenfield

Email: edenfieldg@usmma.edu

Institution address: USMMA, Steamboat Road
                             Kings Point,NY 11024