Introduction to Intermodal Course

INTRODUCTION TO INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION

A Broker’s Introduction to Intermodal Transportation Was Jointly Developed by Several of TIA’s Railroad Associate Members and Provides a General Overview of the Intermodal Mode. This Course Is Perfect for Transportation & Freight Brokerage Professionals Looking to Expand into Intermodal Services.

COURSE OVERVIEW:

Member Price: $525

Non-Member Price: $1,525

Add/Drop Period: March 27 - April 10

Discounts Available for 3+ Registrants

Clock Hours: 10 Hours

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PRICING & FEES

REGISTRANTS	MEMBER	NON-MEMBER
1	$525	$1,525
3-5	$360	n/a
6+	$340	n/a

COURSE DETAILS

This Online Course Will Teach Participants About:

Differences Between Class I, Regional & Local Rail Services
Advantages & Disadvantages Each Class Brings to Intermodal Transportation
Explaining the Intermodal Process from Start to Finish, Particularly the Broker’s Role in Coordinating Other Players & What to Reasonably Expect from the Process
Customs Requirements for Transborder Freight Established by Canadian &Mexican Authorities
Understanding the Key Concepts of the Process of Selling Intermodal Transportation

Meet the Instructor

Kristy Knichel

Kristy Knichel, a lifelong Pittsburgh native, is a second generation logistics executive. She took over as President of Knichel Logistics from her father William Knichel in 2007. Prior to this appointment, she led the operations team at Knichel Logistics for 10 years. In 2009, she became an owner and majority stakeholder of Knichel Logistics. Since taking over as president of Knichel Logistics, Kristy has been the driving force behind the yearly growth and their reputation as one of the top service providers within the IMC community. She has added new services such as Over the Road brokerage, LTL, and specialty services and has continuously added and upgraded new technology.

Schedule of Activities

Schedule of Activities for Quarter 2, 2023:

Introduction to Intermodal:

Start Date: March 27, 2023

Start Module 1- Intermodal Past and Present: March 27, 2023

Start Module 2 – Who Uses Intermodal?: April 3, 2023

Student Orientation with TIA Staff & Course Instructor: Week of April 3, 2023

Start Module 3 – Understanding EDI: April 17, 2023

Start Module 4 – Equipment: May 1, 2023

Start Module 5 – Risk Prevention: May 8, 2023

Start Module 6 - International Services: May 15, 2023

Virtual Office Hours With Instructor(s): Week of May 22, 2023

Start Module 7 - Pricing and Charges: May 29, 2023

Start Module 8 - Promotion of Services: June 5, 2023

Introduction to Intermodal Final Exam: June 15, 2023

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