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View Unit : Research Methods and the Professional Project in Logistics and Transport

Unit
Unit Reference Number
J/503/7926
Qualification Framework
QCF
Title
Research Methods and the Professional Project in Logistics and Transport
Unit Level
Level 6
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
120
Unit Credit Value
24
Date of Withdrawal
SSAs
4.3 Transportation Operations and Maintenance, 7.2 Warehousing and Distribution
Unit Grading Structure
Pass
Assessment Guidance

Assessment is via the CILT(UK) Centre Assessment Route. Further information can be obtained fromao@ciltuk.org.uk

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Learning Outcome - The learner will:Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1

Understand the techniques used in the scheduling, routing and planning of resources

1.1

Schedule, route and plan the effective use of resources

2

Understand forecasting techniques

2.1

Use forecasting methods and techniques

3

Understand the principles of survey design

3.1

Design a survey for a specific research project

4

Understand the principles of questionnaire design

4.1

Design a questionnaire for a specific research project

5

Understand the methods and analytical procedures used in qualitative  research

5.1

Implement a process of qualitative research for a specific project

6

Understand the principles of organising, recording and analysing data

6.1

Organise, record and analyse data from a research project

7

Understand the use of statistical software

7.1

Use software to carry out a process of statistical analysis

8

Understand the theoretical considerations in research

8.1

Select and use appropriate theoretical approaches to research

9

Understand the basic techniques of literature review

9.1

Implement a review of literature for a specific project

10

Know how to identify an appropriate area for research

10.1

Undertake a structured professional research project

11

Know how to assess, evaluate and review material

11.1

Undertake a review of current literature and thinking within a chosen research project

12

Understand research and data collection methods

12.1

Plan, develop and implement an appropriate method of data collection for a chosen project

13

Understand the principles of problem solving and analysis in research

13.1

Record, analyse and critically evaluate the key findings of a research project

14

Understand the formulation of project conclusions

14.1

Draw appropriate conclusions and produce a coherent, rigorous report on a specific project

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