Course Objectives

Leading to the IATA Introductory Course Diploma, the IATA Introductory Course is one of the requirements for accreditation as an IATA Cargo Agent. The Introductory Course takes into account a number of changes in the air cargo industry and the evolution of the industry towards the adoption of the Montreal Protocol.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Make appropriate arrangements and reservations for International Air Cargo shipments
• Calculate correct rated and charges for general cargo and special cargo (specific commodity and class rates)
• Complete Air waybills in accordance with applicable IATA rules and procedures 

Course Contents

• Industry regulations
• The Air Cargo Agency, The IATA cargo agent - The Consoloidator
• World Geography; IATA 3-Letter Codes, Time Differences, Calulation of Transportation Times
• Use of Guides; The OAG Air Cargo Guide
• Aircraft Bulk Loading Limitations - Unit Load
• Devices (ULDs) Handling Facilities, Aircraft & Cargo Terminal facilities
• Air Cargo acceptance
• Cargo booking procedures
• Cargo automation
• Air cargo rates and charges; Application of TACT (The Air Cargo Tariff)
• The Air Way Bill; Completion, Labelling & Marking

Who should attend

• Traffic and operations staff of International Air Cargo
• Sales and Marketing staff of cargo agents and consolidators
• Sales, reservations and acceptance staff of airlines, airport handling and surface transportation companies
• Shipping department staff of manufacturers, wholesalers, importers and exporters
• All staff of cargo agents, airlines and manufacturers who wish to expand or refresh their knowledge of current international air cargo rating and handling procedures
• All other interested personnel