Custom Courses Transport and Fleet Management

Transport and Logistics Management Training

SAQA US AATICD-0110 | NQF 5 | Credits 10 | Duration 5 Days
From $1,242 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the skills to manage transport and logistics operations effectively, covering fleet management, route planning, inventory control, and regulatory compliance. It focuses on optimizing supply chain processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in a South African context.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply transport management principles to plan and coordinate logistics operations
  • Analyze supply chain processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
  • Evaluate regulatory requirements and ensure compliance in transport and logistics activities
  • Design cost-effective route plans and fleet schedules to optimize resource utilization
  • Implement inventory management techniques to maintain optimal stock levels
  • Demonstrate effective communication and coordination with stakeholders in the logistics chain

Target Audience

This course is designed for logistics coordinators, transport managers, supply chain professionals, and operations supervisors seeking to improve their management skills in the transport and logistics sector.

Prerequisites

Learners should have basic knowledge of transport operations and supply chain concepts. None — open enrollment for those with relevant work experience.

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Transport and Logistics Management

Objectives:
• Understand the scope and importance of transport and logistics in the supply chain
• Identify key components and stakeholders in logistics systems
• Differentiate between modes of transport and their applications
• Recognise the role of inventory management and warehousing
• Appreciate the impact of logistics on business performance

Topics:
• Definition and scope of transport and logistics management
• The supply chain concept and logistics integration
• Modes of transport: road, rail, air, sea, pipeline
• Key logistics functions: transportation, warehousing, inventory, order processing
• Stakeholders: shippers, carriers, third-party logistics providers
• Logistics costs and service trade-offs
• Overview of legislation and regulatory bodies in South Africa

Day 2: Transport Operations and Fleet Management

Objectives:
• Plan and manage fleet operations effectively
• Apply route optimisation techniques to reduce costs
• Understand vehicle selection and maintenance scheduling
• Implement safety and compliance measures for transport operations
• Use key performance indicators to monitor fleet performance

Topics:
• Fleet management principles and vehicle lifecycle
• Route planning and optimisation methods
• Vehicle selection criteria: capacity, fuel efficiency, terrain
• Maintenance management: preventive and corrective
• Transport safety regulations and driver management
• Telematics and fleet tracking technologies
• Cost analysis: fuel, tyres, labour, depreciation
• Performance metrics: on-time delivery, utilisation, cost per km

Day 3: Warehousing and Inventory Management

Objectives:
• Design efficient warehouse layouts and processes
• Apply inventory control techniques to minimise holding costs
• Implement stock counting and cycle counting procedures
• Use warehouse management systems (WMS) for accuracy
• Understand the role of cross-docking and value-added services

Topics:
• Warehouse functions: receiving, storage, picking, packing, shipping
• Layout design: flow, slotting, storage systems
• Inventory types: raw materials, WIP, finished goods
• Inventory control: EOQ, safety stock, ABC analysis
• Cycle counting vs physical inventory
• Warehouse management systems (WMS) features
• Cross-docking and consolidation strategies
• Health and safety in the warehouse environment

Day 4: Supply Chain Integration and Technology

Objectives:
• Describe the role of technology in modern logistics
• Evaluate supply chain integration strategies
• Understand the use of ERP, TMS, and WMS systems
• Apply demand forecasting and planning techniques
• Analyse supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies

Topics:
• Supply chain integration: vertical, horizontal, and virtual
• Information systems: ERP, TMS, WMS, YMS
• Electronic data interchange (EDI) and RFID
• Demand forecasting methods: qualitative and quantitative
• Inventory optimisation through collaborative planning
• Risk management: disruptions, security, resilience
• Sustainability and green logistics practices
• Performance measurement: balanced scorecard, KPIs

Day 5: Strategic Logistics Management and Practical Application

Objectives:
• Develop a logistics strategy aligned with business goals
• Apply cost-benefit analysis to logistics decisions
• Evaluate outsourcing vs in-house logistics options
• Integrate all logistics functions into a coherent plan
• Present a logistics improvement proposal

Topics:
• Strategic logistics planning framework
• Logistics network design: facility location, capacity
• Cost-benefit analysis for logistics projects
• Outsourcing: 3PL and 4PL providers
• Service level agreements (SLAs) and contract management
• Reverse logistics and returns management
• Case studies: South African logistics success stories
• Group project: develop a logistics improvement plan

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

Delegates Discount
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10 6% off
15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 35% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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