Profile
In this course, you will learn about:
Ground handling operations and management (passengers, ramp& baggage handling services, in-flight catering)
Operation and management of modern international airports, (terminal operations, signage systems, contingency planning, airport emergency systems)
Airport airside operations (including emergency and safety procedures)
Airline operations and management (including its organisational structure and business modelling, route planning, route profitability, air transport agreements and the regulatory framework of the airline industry, airline alliances, fleet and facilities planning, and key performance indicators)
What You'll Learn
This subject introduces students to the fundamentals of aviation logistic and air cargo management including the importance of air cargo to the economy. Students will learn the process of the traditional air cargo movement that is involving the shipper, freight forwarder, ground handler, air carrier and consignee. Topics covered include an overview of major players in air cargo operations, ground handling specialist, free trade zone (FTZ), aircraft loading, handling, storage, packing and labelling, air waybills, import and export, and the various commodities, rates and charges. An overview of future trends, challenges and forecast of the air cargo industry will also be covered in this subject.
Minimum Entry Requirement
'O' Levels
At least 3 'O' Level passes in the following subjects:
English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 "“ 7
Any mathematics subject Grade 1 "“ 6
Any science subject Grade 1 "“ 6
and 1 year of relevant working experience OR
Higher Nitec
GPA ≥2.0 OR
GPA ≥1.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR
Nitec
GPA ≥3.5 OR
GPA ≥3.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR
Higher Nitec in Technology/Services
GPA ≥2.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR
Nitec in Technology/Services
GPA ≥3.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience OR
WSQ Qualification
Relevant WSQ Qualification with 1 year of relevant working experience and WSQ Workplace Literary Statement of Attainment (SOA) (Level 6) AND Workplace Numeracy Statement of Attainment (SOA) (Level 6)
Without relevant academic qualifications
At least 2 years of relevant working experience
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course case-by-case.