Transporting Goods

This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU016669
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know methods of transporting goods.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain how transportation of goods operates by sea, air, road and rail.

  • 1.2

    Evaluate the different methods of transporting goods within the United Kingdom and internationally.

  • 1.3

    Summarise the role of freight forwarders in the transportation of goods.

2

Understand the costs involved in the use of different forms of transportation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Analyse the factors that impact on the cost of transporting goods within the United Kingdom and internationally.

  • 2.2

    Analyse costs that apply when exporting goods.

  • 2.3

    Analyse potential constraints that could impact on transporting goods in a global market place.

3

Understand the function played by key documents required when transporting goods.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Analyse the purpose and use of documents required when transporting goods both in the United Kingdom and internationally.

  • 3.2

    Analyse how these documents operate in facilitating international trade.