1.0 Cargo Handling Equipments : [ 8L]
Introduction, Factors Determining type of cargo handling equipments , conventional break-bulk handling , Types of
general cargo handling equipments , Unitized Cargo Handling Systems ,
2.0 Associated Cargo Handling Support :[6L]
LASH ( Lighter Aboard Ship ) , Roll on / Roll off ( Ro / Ro ) Vessels , Container Handling Equipments (
Palletisation , Containerisation , Lifters & Movers , Back up systems , Container Cranes) Stowage within container ,
3.0 Stowage Planning :[ 6L]
Type of Cargoes , Stowage Factors , Pre Shipment Planning , Stowage Plan & Onboard Stowage , Ship Stresses& Stability
4.0 Developments & Quality Standards :[6L]
Developments in Cargo Handling & Terminal Operations , Benchmarking for Quality Standards ,
Facts Concerning Containers – Equipment Development and Control ,
5.0 Equipments Control & Warehousing : [6L]
Cargo Security & Warehouse Technology , Purchase Maintenance & Control of Equipments ,
6.0 Cargo Control & Safety :[8L]
Port time & cargo handling speed , General Operational Delays , Weather delays , Congestion , Compensation ,
Port Productivity , Classification & Safety of cargo ,Case studies