Transportation Systems

Gain complete operational understanding of all cargo transportation modes, intermodalism, and the supporting services, agencies, and implementation factors involved in Canadian transportation management.

Course graduates are able to:

Quickly adapt to changing conditions, choose the safest and most cost-effective and time-appropriate mode or combinations of modes, and manage the transportation of raw materials and goods to or from international destinations – as well as across Canada’s complex geography.

Transportation Systems provides the deepest coverage of this specialized field of any course available to industry and is the best foundation of knowledge for anyone who buys, sells or manages the flow of goods and product—or who is impacted by transportation logistics.

Join the 80% + of course graduates who say they apply learning from Transportation Systems in their daily work.

Course Information

Start Date: April 21, 2026
End Date: May 21, 2026
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm
*Thursday, May 21, 2026 – 6:00 to 8:30 pm*
Delivery mode: Online, delivered live with instructor
Language of instruction: French
Duration: 29.5 hours
Cost: $950.00 + tx – includes digital textbook (French edition)

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Course Details

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, learners will:

  • Understand the operation of each mode of transportation including the equipment used, typical cargos, operational characteristics (such as speed and handling methods), essential legislation, pricing methods, and organizational structure.
  • Understand intermodalism, including its common forms, equipment used, and integration with the modes of transportation.
  • Understand how small package transportation operates and its role within logistics.
  • Identify the primary intermediaries and understand their role within the logistics industry.
  • Be aware of dangerous goods regulations and understand organizational responsibilities for the movement of dangerous goods.
  • Demonstrate the ability to propose solutions to logistics-related challenges.

Learning Materials

The core content for Transportation Systems is covered thoroughly in the textbook Logistics Processes: A Canadian Perspective (French edition). All learners will receive a digital edition of the textbook, included in the price of the course, and should complete the readings between sessions.

What to Expect ?

  • Weekly classes where the theory you read in the textbook chapters comes to life!
  • Online classes delivered live by an industry professional.
  • An opportunity to learn with and meet new colleagues via our engaging online classroom setting.
  • Case studies and weekly quizzes designed to ensure your sound comprehension of the material.
  • One final exam to attest to your knowledge.
  • Certificate of completion.*

*subject to successful course completion

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