Program Overview
The Manufacturing Transportation/Warehousing/Distribution/Logistics Specialization Advanced Certificate is designed to provide the student with fundamental theories of manufacturing related to transportation, supply chain, the economy, modes of transportation, special carriers, global transportation, costing, pricing, carrier strategy and information management, exporting and importing skills, integrated supply chain management, process and capacity planning and control, inventory planning, forecasting, just-in-time philosophy, push vs. pull program, total quality management, enterprise resource planning and security related systems. Such supply chain and transportation entry-level positions include, but are not limited to: analyst, management trainee and first line supervisor. The curriculum also includes practical skills in rigging, forklift operation, lubrication, and computer programs.
The core competencies of manufacturing production taught in this program are based on the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council criteria. The MSSC is an industry-led, training, assessment and certification system focused on the core skills and knowledge needed by the nation’s front-line production and material handling workers.
Additional Program Information
Students who successfully pass the two assessments (TWDL 1113 and TWDL 1223) will be recognized as a Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) by the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC).
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit www.kcc.edu/gainfulemployment/.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
A higher level mathematics course may be substituted.
Minimum Credit Hours: 45
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
| TWDL 1113 | Certified Logistics Associate | 3 Credits |
| TWDL 1223 | Certified Logistics Technician | 3 Credits |
| MATH 1113 | Technical Mathematics I | 3 Credits |
| COSC 1513 | Introduction to Information Processing | 3 Credits |
Spring semester
Summer term
| TWDL 1402 | Transportation & Cargo Security | 2 Credits |
Fall semester
| ELTR 1402 | Industrial Safety | 2 Credits |
| MAFT 1102 | Manufacturing Forklift | 2 Credits |
| TWDL 1003 | Transportation & Physical Distribution | 3 Credits |
| TWDL 1203 | Introduction to Import/Export | 3 Credits |
Spring Semester
Program Cost
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
45 |
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| Tuition and fees - $142 per credit hour |
142.00 |
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$6,390.00 |
| Lab fees: |
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COSC 1372 |
Excel |
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25.00 |
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COSC 1513 |
Intro to Information Processing |
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25.00 |
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ELTR 1402 |
Industrial Safety |
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110.00 |
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MAFT 1102 |
Manufacturing Forklift |
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20.00 |
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MCHN 1442 |
Rigging |
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15.00 |
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MCHN 1452 |
Lubrication |
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15.00 |
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TWDL 1113 |
Certified Logistics Associate |
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230.00 |
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TWDL 1223 |
Certified Logistics Technician |
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170.00 |
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610.00 |
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610.00 |
| Books: |
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BSNS 1553 |
Introduction to Business |
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146.65 |
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COSC 1372 |
Excel |
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143.95 |
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COSC 1513 |
Intro to Information Processing |
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200.15 |
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MAFT 1323 |
Lean & Quality Overview |
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239.70 |
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MATH 1113 |
Technical Mathematics I or higher |
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242.60 |
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MCHN 1442 |
Rigging |
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63.95 |
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MCHN 1452 |
Lubrication |
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63.95 |
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SPAN 1503 |
Basic Spanish |
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3.00 |
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TWDL 1003 |
Transportation & Physical Distribution |
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352.35 |
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TWDL 1103 |
Intro to Supply Chain Management |
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162.40 |
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TWDL 1203 |
Intro to Import/Export |
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61.20 |
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TWDL 1303 |
Principles of Operation Management |
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249.80 |
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TWDL 1402 |
Transportation & Cargo Security |
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78.90 |
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2,008.60 |
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2,008.60 |
| TOTAL |
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$9,008.60 |
| The total price does not include all costs associated with the electives. All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices. |
Gainful Employment
The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges and universities to disclose certain information for any financial aid eligible program that, “prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation.” Following is required information about this certificate.