Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
USAM-0028
Organization's ID:
8A-F60/551-F52 MC
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
24 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Shipping Container Inspection
The student may not receive credit for both the instructor led 8A-F60/551-F52 and the web based 8A-F62/551-F54 (DL) versions of this course.
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to prepare students to re-inspect intermodal dry cargo containers in accordance with IIAW) the Container Safety Convention (CSC) standards and required by CSC U.S. Public Law and Joint Service Regulations.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Define characteristics and inspection criteria common to International Organization for Standardization (ISO) containers
  • Identify and inspect all structural components
  • Correctly complete necessary inspection documentation

General Topics:

  • Characteristics of the inspection program and required criteria
  • Container types
  • Structural and non-structural components
  • Reporting requirements and re-inspection decal placement
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
Supplemental Materials