Introduction to Transportation
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Supply Chain & Transportation |
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Introduction to Transportation |
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| Introductory Course | |
| Course Code |
4798 |
| Course Description |
Introduction to Transportation is an introductory course designed to help students become familiar with fundamental principles in modes of land, sea, air, and space transportation, including basic mechanical skills and processes involved in transportation of people, cargo, and goods. Students will gain and apply knowledge and skills in the safe application, design, production, and assessment of products, services, and systems as it relates to the transportation industries. Content of this course includes the study of how transportation impacts individuals, society, and the environment. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer their academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant transportation related activities, problems, and settings. |
Transportation
Transportation Pathway
Introduction to Transportation (9-12)
Length of Course: 1 year (Block)
Describes a variety of engine types including: automotive, motorcycle, boat, and motor sport vehicles. Instruction includes operation, maintenance, and repair of engines. Students will also gain a beginning knowledge of basic tools utilized in this area of study.
Recreational and Mobile Equipment I (11-12)
(future HHCC course)
Dual Credit: Ivy Tech (credit pending)
Length of Course: 1 year (Half Day)
This course introduces students to fundamental concepts in the internal workings and operations of engines. Training will cover hydraulics, cooling and electrical systems, and other engine components. Students will explore the interrelatedness of these systems by examining and identifying the commonalities and differences between the various engines that power recreational and mobile equipment.
Instructor:
Mr. Scott Bradley
sbradley@mccsc.edu