Module Details

Module Code: AUTO8007
Title: Fleet Operations
Long Title: Fleet Operations
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5251 - Automotive Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and requirements for running and maintaining an effective fleet operation.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Analyse fleet requirements for various organisational structures and operations
LO2 Evaluate appropriate fleet purchase and replacement strategies including finance options
LO3 Develop projections for maintenance and running costs of vehicle fleets
LO4 Determine welfare and safety requirements from fleet perspectives
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Fleet Requirements
Analysing requirements and suitability of various options for vehicle fleets (goods vehicles, passenger transport, passenger cars, etc); technical requirements; vehicle procurement and financing options; replacement cycles and depreciation considerations.
Fleet Maintenance
Maintenance and running considerations; operating costs; managing fuel consumption; cost of vehicle downtime; maintenance contract agreements; maintenance schedules and recording; body repair considerations; workshop and tooling requirements.
Safety & Welfare
Driver training; health and safety considerations; safety considerations relating to self-drive vehicle hire; fuel storage considerations.
Environmental Considerations
Environmental impacts of various fleet and transport options and associated costs; waste disposal and recycling considerations.
Vehicle Costing
Costing systems used in fleet operations.
Fleet operations documentation
All documents necessary for fleet operations. These documents should include those necessary for the driver, vehicle and load for both national and international journeys.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
The project will develop the students ability to analyse,evaluate and discuss fleet operational strategies. Students are given the project topic in week 1.
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Fleet operations
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review lecture material and further research Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Non Contact Review lecture material and further research Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David Lowe, Clive Pidgeon. (2014), Lowe's Transport Manager's and Operator's Handbook 2014, 44. p.720, [ISBN: 9780749470470].
  • Daniel E. Della-Giustina. (2012), Motor Fleet Safety and Security Management, Second Edition, 2. [ISBN: 1439895074].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • R. Currie. (2006), Fleet Management, Wandering Brothers Pub., [ISBN: 9780972491785].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_TTMGT_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Transport Management 1 Mandatory