Cuyahoga Cummunity College\'s Transportation, Logistics and Distribution training program description

1. Regional Transportation Institute (RTI)
&
Logistics and Distribution Institute (LDI)
http://www.Tri-c.edu/
(RTI) Keyword: Transportation
(LDI) Keyword: Logistics

2. The RTI and LDI provide workforce training for
entry level through first line supervision
personnel engaged in transportation, logistics
and distribution (TLD) related job functions.

3.  To become NE Ohio’s recognized leader in
TLD training
 To become the ‘go to’ organization for a
pipeline of qualified workforce participants
capable of performing TLD job functions.

4. Our mission is to prepare individuals to enter
the workforce and grow their careers by
providing quality training rooted in current
industry practices and principles bolstered by
hands on experiences in laboratory
environments.

5.  TDA to train 138 students in FY10
 LDI/RTI to train 125 students in FY10
 Connect 65% of program graduates to
employment

6. Truck Driving Academy
Warehouse Boot Camp
Intermediate Global Logistics Certificate
US Customs Broker Exam - Test Prep
Hazardous Material Packaging
Forklift Operation
Distribution Center Learning Laboratory

7.  160 hours of classroom and hands-on training that
provides instruction in driver safety, transporting
cargo safety, air brakes, combination vehicles, tank
vehicles, and hazardous materials.
 This program is licensed by the Ohio Department of
Public Safety and results in Class A Commercial
Driver’s License.

8.  Intended for the worker new to the TLD industry, this
program provides 80 Hours of entry level skills training to
include 40 hours of lecture and 40 hours of laboratory.
 Course Outline:
◦ Fundamentals of Warehousing and Distribution
◦ Introduction to Receiving
◦ Introduction to Inventory Control
◦ Dangerous Goods Shipping / Receiving (49CFR)
◦ Fork-Lift training
◦ Soft Skills
All training in this program will result in the attainment of
the MSSC Certified Logistics Associate certificate which is
nationally recognized.

9.  Intended for the TLD worker with experience, the 188 hour
Intermediate Certificate in Global Logistics prepares students
to prepare them for greater responsibility and growth in their
careers.
 Course Outline:
o Intro Global Logistics and Transportation
o Intro to Operations & Supply Management
o Intro Supply Chain Logistics Management
o Intro to Global Trade Operations
All training in this program will result in the attainment of
the MSSC Certified Logistics Technician certificate which is
nationally recognized.

10.  1-2 Day classes that train workforce participants in the practices,
principles and requirements associated with packaging, marking
and transporting Hazardous Materials (Haz-Mat). This training is
required to ship any dangerous goods by land, air or water.
 A certificate of completion will be issued to all students that
attend the training session and successfully pass the knowledge
assessment.

11.  Formal instruction according
to OSHA guidelines
 Practical training on industry
standard equipment
 Provides excellent entry level
skill set

12.  Functioning Warehouse Management software
 Racking, and actual inventory for students to
move and execute standard tasks.
 Opportunity for hands-on experience in all
aspects of a warehouse operation

13. The Learning Approach…
Lecture
Laboratory
Final
Assessment

14. TDA – Class A Commercial Driver’s License
Warehouse Boot Camp – MSSC Certified Logistics Associate
Intermediate Certificate Global Logistics – MSSC Certified Logistics Technician
Hazardous Materials - Certificate of Completion
Forklift Operation - Operators License
US Customs Broker License
All certificates are nationally recognized!!!

15. The Staffing Strategy…
Instruction will be provided by adjunct professors from companies on the
advisory council and throughout the region. These instructors will be subject
matter experts and will use business cases from their current operating
environment.
Using active industry professionals to provide instruction ensures our students
will be learning the latest practices and principles of transportation, logistics
and distribution. It will also ensure that the topics covered are ones that will
increase the students competitiveness in the job market.

16. Learning objectives and
course contents were
developed with input of
our industry Advisory
Councils

17. Regional Transportation Institute
 United Parcel Service
 Garner Transportation Group
 Pierre’s Ice Cream Company
 Werner Enterprises
 Pro Drivers
 Industrial Inventory Solutions, LLC
 Dedicated Transport, LLC
 Greyhound Bus Lines
 Bonnie Speed
 Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
 Landstar Systems
 Ohio Operating Engineers JATF
Training Center
Logistics and Distribution Institute
 Parker Hannifin
 Sherwin Williams
 American Seaway Foods / Giant
Eagle
 Key Bank
 Cleveland Clinic
 Walmart Stores
 University Hospital
 SDV International
 Kichler Lighting
 Ford Motor Company
 General Electric
 Nestle Foods
 FedEx Custom Critical
 Cleveland Cuyahoga County Port
Authority
 U.S. DOL / Employment and
Training Administration
 Diamond Polymers, Inc.
 City of Euclid
 CT Logistics
 Sedlak

18.  The RTI & LDI will be creating a pipeline of
qualified individuals to compete for quality
employment here in Northeast Ohio.

19.  On June 12, 2008, Ohio enacted a $1.57 billion Ohio Bipartisan
Job Stimulus Plan to create thousands of new, good-paying jobs
for Ohioans in growing industries of the future.
 Advanced Energy
 Internships
 Biomedical
 Infrastructure
 Bioproducts
 Historic Tax Credit
 Logistics & Distribution
 Clean Ohio Fund
Source: http://development.ohio.gov/

20.  Logistics & Distribution
◦ $100 million in Ohio's Logistics and Distribution
Infrastructure
With its unparalleled infrastructure, Ohio is the
premier international gateway and logistics hub in
North America. By investing in projects that will
help expand connections to logistics and
intermodal centers, improve the flow of freight and
increase access to new markets, we will continue
building a competitive edge in the logistics
industry, spurring economic development and
increasing employment opportunities within Ohio.
Source: http://jobstimulus.ohio.gov/

21. Logistics & Distribution Institute
Regional Transportation Institute
(216) 987-3226
http://www.tri-c.edu
Keywords: Logistics / Transportation
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