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Maritime Transport Logistics Technologies

Language of instruction

english, lithuanian

Qualification degree and (or) qualification to be awarded

Professional Bachelor of Technological Sciences

Place of delivery

Vilnius, Saulėtekio al. 11, LT-10223
I. Kanto g. 7, LT-92123, Klaipėda

Institution that has carried out assessment

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Institution that has performed accreditation, accreditation term

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras, 3/12/2031

Data provided or updated (date)

5/13/2025

Order on accreditation

SV6-13
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Summary of the Profile

Objective(s) of a study programme:
To prepare specialists in maritime transport, project cargo logistics technologies, and customs operations who are capable of designing and managing logistics processes in the maritime transport sector, applying smart technologies in the formation of logistics chains, independently developing and implementing logistics projects for various types of cargo transported by sea in the global market, performing customs functions, and inspecting maritime cargo.

Learning outcomes:
1. Understand the fundamentals of mathematics, science and information technology, and the properties of materials, explaining the key concepts and content of marine and maritime technology. 2. Apply fundamental and new knowledge of marine/maritime technologies and other sciences to maritime transport logistics technology, according to the complexity of maritime sector activities. 3. Understand and solve technological problems in maritime transport logistics by determining the suitability
of technological processes and equipment for sea and land freight transport, handling and storage.Specialization 4. Evaluate maritime transport logistics technological solutions for the port infrastructure and superstructure and the specificities of the cargo, with a view to achieving managerial and economic efficiency, greater sustainability, in accordance with occupational and environmental safety requirements, national and international legislation on general and transport legislation, the conventions of the International Maritime Organization, quality standards, and maritime safety requirements. 5a. Maritime Transport Logistics specialization. Analyze maritime transport logistics technologies by modelling maritime cargo flows, technological processes and systems for the transport, handling and storage of cargo. 5b. Customs Procedures specialization. Analyze customs clearance procedures for declared goods, cargo, vehicles, and luggage. 5c. Project Cargo Logistics Technologies specialization. Analyze the technologies for heavy and oversized logistics cargo by modeling the transportation, handling, and storage technological processes and systems. 6. Develop and implement maritime transport logistics technology projects, applying the newest developments in maritime technology science, knowledge and best practices in technology deployment, with implementation conditions and options, balanced benefits and sustainability. 7a. Maritime Transport Logistics specialization. Select appropriate and applied methodologies for technology design, process digitisation and data management in the evaluation of maritime transport logistics technologies. 7b. Customs Procedures specialization. Selecting the appropriate customs procedure and implementing it, taking into account the set of special conditions and requirements of the goods and cargo, including the customs duties, taxes restrictions and prohibitions applicable to the goods and transport, and the status, depending on the tasks involved in crossing the customs border. 7c. Project Cargo Logistics Technologies specialization. Develop and implement project cargo transportation projects by applying the latest advancements in maritime technologies and transport engineering, as well as best practices in technology implementation. 8. Compile relevant datasets using professional information, databases and other sources of information in the field of maritime technology. 9a. Maritime Transport Logistics specialization. Modelling technologies, simulating technological process and conducting experiments using ship, cargo and seaport terminal management software. 9b. Customs Procedures specialization. Simulate the customs clearance process and/or the customs brokerage performance of customs procedures using customs information system. 9c. Project Cargo Logistics Technologies specialization. Modelling project cargo logistics processes by simulating technological operations and conducting experiments using software for vessel, cargo, and seaport terminal management. 10a. Maritime transport logistics specialization. Knowledge of technological equipment, tools and techniques for ships, cargo handling, storage, cargo securing, etc. at user level. 10b. Customs Procedures specialization. Knowledge at user level of the principles of calculating customs duties, taxes and other charges on goods and freight, and of the system for completing customs documents and transmitting them to the declaration. 11a. Maritime Transport Logistics specialization. Be able to select and use appropriate port and fleet technological equipment, tools and techniques, combining theoretical and applied knowledge in solving technological problems related to the protection of the marine environment, occupational safety or commercial considerations, or the principles of technological organization. 11b. Customs Procedures specialization. Be able to collect and present appropriate data on goods, cargo and vehicles and complete customs declarations, combining theoretical and applied knowledge. 11c. Project Cargo Logistics Technologies specialization. Select appropriate technology design, process digitalization, and data management methodologies for evaluating multimodal project cargo transportation technologies and assess their technological efficiency and economic feasibility. 12. Communicate and collaborate orally and in writing with national and international partners, the engineering and technology community, in the design and implementation of logistics technology projects, considering the management and business aspects of maritime transport logistics projects at the level of technological activities 13. Acquire knowledge of the professional field of activity, working independently and in a team, to be responsible for the results of their activities and their impact on the development of society, economy and culture, well-being and the environment, and to develop a sustainable world view, erudition, creativity, maritime mentality, values in the context of internationalisation and lifelong learning.

Activities of teaching and learning:
· Student-oriented lectures, critical thinking, integrated teaching of subject content and foreign language, analysis of scientific and practical literature, content analysis of national and international legal acts regulating the maritime transport sector and business; · Studies using computer-based programs and electronic simulators, prototypes of information systems operating in the seaport (Seaport terminal operations simulator,
Maritime freight information system KIPIS, cargo route planning programs GIS and SeaRates, marine English language training programs Marlins, MarEng, computer engineering graphics system AutoCad, etc.); and the MUITINĖ customs declaration information system. · Training on logistics data sets, algorithms, international logistics chain and warehousing process modelling, technological projects are prepared; · Preparation of applied research publications and presentations at national and international conferences; problem-based learning, case studies, projects, work in small and large groups, discussions and reflection, creative writing, self-studies, tutorials etc. · Practical studies are carried out during trainings, introductory and professional internships, field trips to shipping, port and logistics companies are organized, on-the-job training provided; · During the studies, contact lectures are combined with consultations, self-studies and distance studies via virtual conferences.

Methods of assessment of learning achievements:
Formative, cumulative and summative assessment methods are used: tests, essay, written report, control work, exam, presentation of data set and analytical models of problems, presentation of bibliography, presentation of case analysis results, individual written work, individual programming work, individual project, presentation of team working results, presentation of problem solving solutions, oral report at seminar and/or conference, demonstration of analytical skills, demonstration of programming skills, presentation of source codes of created models, presentation of visualized results, research paper, course work and public presentation, professional practice report (written) and defence, Final thesis and Final thesis defence.

Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical training:
General college education subjects Maritime English Modules/subjects in the field of study Applied Mathematics: Linear Algebra, Mathematical Analysis, Mathematical Modelling; Logistics Information Technology: Information Technology, Phyton Programming Fundamentals; Introduction to Maritime Transport Logistics: Fundamentals of Logistics, Introduction to Transport Logistics (in English), Seaport Terminals and Operations; Fundamentals of Marine Technologies: Basics of Mechanics; Basics of Electrical and Automation Technologies; Engineering and Computer Graphics; Fundamentals of Mechatronics; Civil, Labour and Environment Protection in Port: Basic Safety Training; Labor Safety in the Seaport; Marine Environment Protection;
Maritime Freight Logistics Technologies: Cargo Handling and Mechanisations; General Cargoes Logistics Technologies; Bulk Cargoes Technologies; Dangerous Cargoes Logistics Technologies; Applied Research Methodology of Technology and Projects: Technology Language Culture; Technology Research Methodology; Marine Technology Project Management; Port Transport Technologies Introductory Practice.

Specialisations:
Maritime Transport Logistics specialization Maritime Transport / Intermodal Transport Technologies: Ship Structure and Equipment, Ship Stability Theory, Basics of Navigation; Road Transport Systems; Vehicle Operation Technologies, Intermodality of the Transport Systems (optional); Warehousing and stock logistics technologies: Warehousing and Storage technologies; Warehousing and Inventory Distribution Modelling; Modelling the international supply chain: International Logistics; Geoinformation Systems for Logistics; Freight Forwarding and Customs Procedures; Maritime transport logistics information systems training: Marine Freight Information System Simulator; Seaport Terminals Operation Simulator. Final professional practice: Maritime Transport Logistics Technologies; Intermodal Transport Logistics Technologies. Final Professional Bachelor's Thesis. Customs Procedures specialization Cargo Control in Port: Structure of Sea Transport and Cargo Transport Means; Surveying of Maritime Freight; Fundamentals of customs activities: Legal Basis of Customs Activity; Customs Tariffs Classification; International supply chains and customs procedures: International Supply Chains; Customs Procedures; Customs Brokerage. Customs information systems training: Port Information System Training; Customs Procedures and Taxes Training. Final professional practice: Customs procedure; Cargo Vehicles surveying; Final Professional Bachelor's Thesis Project Cargo Logistics Technologies specialization Organization of Project Cargo Handling; Ship Theory; Project Cargo Forwarding; Infrastructure of Project Cargo Logistics Chains; Spatial Modelling of Logistics Processes; Voyage Planning for the Transportation of Project Cargo by Sea; Marine Freight Information System Simulator; Seaport Terminals Operation Simulator; Final professional practice in Project Cargo Logistics Technologies; Final Professional Bachelor's Thesis.

Optional courses:
Sustainable Logistics Mentality; Sustainable Business Culture; Philosophy; Basics of Political Science; European
Culture; Second foreign language A1, A2 level (Spanish, French); Maritime Business Management, Economics and Legal Bases of Activity: Fundamentals of Management, Business Administration, Fundamentals of Port and Shipping Management; Economic Theory, Business Economics, Maritime Economics; Fundamentals of Law, Transport Law, Maritime Commercial Law. Physical Training; Junior Officers Commanders Training.

Distinctive features of a study programme:
· It is the only maritime transport logistics technology study program in the country that studies the global supply chain in a broad sense (logistics and customs procedures), with a strong focus on the maritime transport and seaport chain – after all, as much as 90 per cent world international trade is carried out by sea. Such studies provide an opportunity for students to study not only in typical higher education institutions where logistics studies are carried out, but also in maritime academies. · Marine technology studies and the competencies of the future specialist are based on the needs of the international maritime transport sector and the latest marine technologies and are regulated by the International Maritime Organization conventions, therefore the study program structure and study subjects are similar to those in foreign maritime academies. The student is free to choose studies under the Erasmus + programme at any foreign maritime academy or university, as well as at other higher education institutions that offer studies in the same or related field. This provides an opportunity for graduates to acquire additional competencies and better prepare for the job market. · Application of specialized computer based programmes and electronic simulators, prototypes of information’s systems operating in a seaport (Seaport Terminal Operations Managements Simulator simulating maritime cargo handling processes, KIPIS maritime cargo information system, Cargo route planning with ArcGis and SeaRates, logistics software CargoStream, Liquid Cargo handling Simulators LCHS5000, MarEng, programming system R, collaborative Robot, customs declaration filing software Avilda Customs), imitating real marine freight information systems and port terminals operations in Klaipeda and other seaports are intensively applied in studies. · The programme of Basic Safety Training takes place in the Academy‘s Seafarers' Training Center, using pool, lifeboats and a helicopter lift simulator, firefighting and first medical aid laboratories. · In the international maritime transport sector, communication in a foreign language is important, so the study of maritime and business English and optionally a second foreign language is Spanish or French. · Lecturers, scientists, researchers, employees and managers of various maritime businesses provide the latest exclusive theoretical and practical knowledge of technologies applied in seagoing ships and ports, cargo terminals, organize study trips to port, shipping and logistics companies. · Trainees usually work and receive remuneration in seaport companies during their professional practice. · In cooperation with the Naval Forces, students may participate in the Training program for commanders of junior officers and obtain a reserve lieutenant's military degree and continue their service in the Lithuanian Armed Forces.

Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
Professional activities of graduates of Professional Bachelor in Maritime technology study program Maritime Transport Logistics Technologies can be carried out in ports, maritime transport and general and other logistics national and international companies in Lithuania and abroad, as well as in the companies performing activities related cargo transportation by sea and land transport, such as shipping, stevedoring, freight forwarding, manufacturing, and trade. Graduates will be able to work in business and governmental institutions managing maritime sector, such as Klaipeda State Seaport Authority, the Lithuanian Transport Safety Administration Water Transport Department etc. The acquired education in the field of maritime technologies enables graduates to establish enterprises within the maritime transport sector. The graduates of the Maritime Transport Logistics specialization can work as maritime logistics specialists, stevedore, port terminal technologist, logistics technologists, transport technologists, freight forwarders or as specialists in the related fields. The acquired qualification enables graduates to establish a company operating in the maritime sector. Graduates of the Customs Procedures specialization can work in maritime business as customs brokers, as in the Klaipeda State Seaport Authority. Graduates of the Project Cargo Logistics specialization will be in high demand during the development of offshore wind farms in Lithuania’s territorial waters.

Access to further study:
Graduates will be able to continue their studies in postgraduate programmes, and pursue a Master's Degree in national and foreign universities according to it’s stated rules and procedures. There are possibilities to upgrade or acquire new qualification in technology, business, management, public administration, etc