Port and Shipping Engineering Management

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical, analytical, and critical evaluation skills necessary to understand the environmental impact of maritime transport and port activities, apply international and national environmental regulations, and select the most suitable environmental technologies to ensure the sustainable development of the maritime sector.

Module description

The course Marine Environmental Protection is designed to introduce students to the environmental impact of maritime transport and port activities, analyze international and national environmental regulations, and develop competencies in assessing and applying environmental protection technologies and methodologies to ensure the sustainable development of the maritime sector.
Upon completing the course, students will be able to analyze the environmental impact of maritime sector activities, identify trends in global environmental changes, critically evaluate the environmental effects of port and vessel operations, and propose practical measures to mitigate these effects. This course fosters the ability to make well-grounded environmental decisions by integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills, aiming to promote a sustainable and efficient maritime sector. Additionally, students will develop teamwork skills, make decisions based on real case studies, and forecast market development scenarios. The course assessment consists of an exam and a cumulative grading system. Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions according to the scheduled timetable.

Module aim

To develop students’ theoretical understanding of mechatronics and analytical skills, enabling them to comprehend the structure and complexity of port and maritime systems, the principles of programming industrial technological equipment, and various automated system control methods. The course provides practical knowledge in selecting appropriate electromechanical components, sensors, and actuators, modeling port addressing schemes, and independently designing, testing, and analyzing signal generation principles using a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).

Module description

The Fundamentals of Mechatronics course aims to provide knowledge that enables students to theoretically understand and analyze the structure and complexity of maritime technology systems, programming principles of industrial technological equipment, control methods, and technologies, as well as to compare different systems in terms of reliability. During practical sessions, the focus is on developing the necessary skills to select appropriate and adequate mechanical components, sensors, actuators, and drives for technological processes, as well as to design port addressing schemes. Additionally, students will independently develop, test, and analyze fundamental signal generation principles and conceptual control programs for technological process equipment using a PLC emulator.

Students must attend at least 70 percent of lectures and exercises during the scheduled time. Cumulative assessment is applied. The study subject ends with a differentiated assessment (exam during the semester).

Module aim

To indoctrinate students with the fundamentals of law, with system of law and order, the basic legal acts.

Module description

Description of law fundamentals: source of the law, legal relations, breach of the law and legal responsibility, efficiency of the law, legal culture, structure of legal regulation, lawful behaviour, validity of the law, gaps of the law, its elimination. Students must attend at least 70 per cent of the seminars and the lectures at the scheduled times.

Module aim

To introduce students to the concept of professional language and develop their ability to use language correctly and clearly in professional communication and workplace situations. Additionally, the course aims to provide knowledge about Lithuanian language policy, adherence to language norms, and the requirements of public and private communication. It also focuses on enhancing students’ skills in preparing professional and personal documents as well as improving their public presentation abilities.

Module description

The course Professional Language and Communication introduces students to the concept of professional language and develops their skills in correct language usage across various professional communication and activity contexts. The course presents key aspects of Lithuanian language policy, degrees of language norm violations, and the requirements of public and private communication. Students will acquire practical knowledge on the proper use of standard Lithuanian when preparing professional and personal documents such as CVs, motivation letters, and reports. Additionally, they will enhance their public presentation skills. The course duration is one semester, employing a cumulative assessment system. The final assessment is an exam (conducted during the semester).
Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions according to the scheduled timetable.

Module aim

To provide students with fundamental programming knowledge and skills, enabling them to model and optimize port and maritime management processes using algorithms and simulation models.

Module description

The course “Human Safety in Ports and at Sea” is designed to provide knowledge of EU, international, and national occupational safety requirements for working on ships and in ports, as well as legal and administrative hygiene regulations for office work. The course aims to develop practical safe working skills in port environments and ensure compliance with occupational and civil safety regulations in professional activities. The course “Fundamentals of Safety at Sea (STCW A-VI/1, 1 – 4)” is based on the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Model Course programs: Model Course 1.19: Personal Survival Techniques, Model Course 1.20: Basic Fire Prevention and Fire-fighting, Model Course 1.13: Elementary First Aid, Model Course 1.21: Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities on Board the Ship.

Theoretical lectures and practical exercises are conducted at the Maritime Training Center. Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions as scheduled.

A cumulative assessment system is applied.

Module aim

To develop students’ ability to communicate in Spanish by fostering practical speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in everyday and professional situations.

Module description

The Spanish Language A1, A2 course is designed to develop students’ communication skills in the chosen foreign language. Lectures provide fundamental grammar knowledge, covering sentence structures, noun usage, and verb forms. During practical sessions, students enhance their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills by applying theoretical knowledge in everyday and professional communication situations. The course is taught over one semester, using a cumulative assessment system, with the final evaluation being an exam conducted during the semester.

Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions as scheduled in the timetable.

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of project cargo handling organization in seaports, enabling them to assess various technological solutions for handling oversized and heavy cargo, analyze the efficiency and safety of cargo operations, make decisions in extreme situations, and apply international regulations in project cargo logistics

Module description

The specialization study subject Fundamentals of Logistics is designed to introduce students to the principles of logistics and their application methods, as well as logistics functions in business processes. The course covers technological, geopolitical and economic aspects of logistics. Significant attention is paid to the use of information technologies in logistics and environmental aspects. During practical tasks, students will acquire the skills to analyze key logistics performance indicators

Module aim

To develop students’ ability to communicate in French by fostering practical speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in everyday and professional situations.

Module description

The French Language A1, A2 course is designed to develop students’ communication skills in the chosen foreign language. Lectures provide fundamental grammar knowledge, covering sentence structures, noun usage, and verb forms. During practical sessions, students enhance their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills by applying theoretical knowledge in everyday and professional communication situations. The course is taught over one semester, using a cumulative assessment system, with the final evaluation being an exam conducted during the semester.
Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions as scheduled in the timetable.

Module aim

to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of logistics principles and their application in international trade, to be able to select technologies to solve logistics problems, to establish international logistics chains, and to plan inventories.

Module description

The specialization study subject International Logistics is designed to introduce students to the principles of logistics and their application in international trade. The course covers technological, geopolitical and economic aspects of international logistics. Great attention is paid to the use of information technologies in logistics and environmental aspects. During practical tasks, students will acquire the skills to establish international logistics chains and plan inventories. 
Students must attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions according to the scheduled timetable. Cumulative assessment is applied

Module aim

to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge about supply chain participants and processes, to be able to identify and analyze supply chain risks, and to solve practical cases and problems related to supply chain management.

Module description

The specialization study subject International Supply Chains is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective supply chain management and to develop the ability to manage supply chain processes, from procurement to delivery to the end user. Great attention is paid to the ability to identify and analyze supply chain risks. During practical assignments, students will acquire the ability to solve practical cases and problems related to supply chain management.
Students must attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions according to the scheduled timetable. 

Module aim

To provide theoretical knowledge of the principles of maritime transport market economics, while developing practical skills in analyzing the maritime transport market in Lithuania and other EU countries, as well as evaluating port performance indicators using economic analysis methods. The course also aims to equip students with the ability to define strategic objectives for maritime business enterprises, model strategic decisions and investment processes in the maritime sector, and utilize modern data analysis and forecasting tools.

Module description

The course Maritime Economics is designed for students of the Port and Shipping Management program, aiming to provide them with theoretical and practical knowledge about the role of maritime transport economics within the broader economic and shipping sciences framework. Lectures cover types of maritime transport markets, principles of business operations in the maritime sector, investment activities in the shipping industry, capital efficiency strategies, as well as port infrastructure and competitiveness analysis. During practical sessions, students conduct economic data analysis of seaports, evaluate changes in the maritime transport market, model strategic decisions for businesses in the maritime sector, and analyze investment projects in the maritime industry. Additionally, students develop skills in teamwork, decision-making based on real case studies, and forecasting market development scenarios.
Students are trained to work in teams and take responsibility for assigned tasks. The assessment method includes a final examination with a cumulative grading system.

Module aim

To provide maritime technology students with knowledge about the structure, layout, and key characteristics of various types of ships, introduce them to the fundamental forces acting on the ship’s hull, and teach buoyancy, draft, and stability calculations. Students will learn to independently analyze trim and heel variations, assess stability parameters in accordance with IMO and classification society requirements, and develop a cargo loading plan, considering real ship load conditions and cargo properties.

Module description

The course “Ship Theory” is designed for maritime transport and port specialists to gain a fundamental understanding of ship structural properties, ship equipment, and seakeeping characteristics, including buoyancy, stability, unsinkability, and the forces acting on a ship in port and at sea in rough waters. The course also covers methods to enhance ship stability.
During practical sessions in the classroom and navigational simulator, as well as using ship stability simulation software, students will develop cargo loading plans, calculate buoyancy, stability, and unsinkability criteria, and assess their compliance with national classification societies’ standards, IMO regulations, and the requirements of STCW, COLREG 72, and the 2008 IS Code. The course fosters students’ decision-making skills in situations where ship stability is reduced, or its buoyancy and unsinkability are compromised. Additionally, it enhances students’ ability to work in a team environment, develop logical and engineering thinking, and apply maritime safety regulations in practice.
The final assessment is an exam, and a cumulative grading system is applied. Students must attend at least 70% of scheduled lectures and practical sessions as per the academic schedule.

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in applying data analytics methods to substantiate port and shipping engineering management decisions, evaluate performance results, considering the specificity of activities and changes in the business environment.

Module description

The course Fundamentals of Data Analysis encompasses knowledge of fundamental data analytics methods applicable to port and shipping engineering management research. By calculating key indicators, it becomes possible to compare the performance metrics of the maritime transport sector with sectoral or national-level aggregated indicators. An analytical approach is developed by applying forecasting methods to address engineering tasks, implement innovations, model situations, and test analytical models.

Upon completing the course, students will be able to apply solutions to port and shipping engineering management tasks, analyze, and interpret performance results.
Students are required to attend at least 70 percent of the scheduled practical sessions. A cumulative assessment system is applied. The course concludes with an examination.

Module aim

Transfer knowledge and skills on how to carry out engineering studies. Based on experimental data, empirical research is carried out, analysing the importance of each part of the empirical study, applying artificial intelligence tools, comparative research principles,

Module description

To be able to carry out applied research in marine transport engineering science, to analyse the results independently and in a team, and to prepare a marine engineering project, planning activities on time and within budget, in a collaborative oral and written language culture.

Module aim

To introduce students to the principles and tools of planning, organizing, implementing, and controlling engineering projects, with particular focus on the specifics of preparing project proposals and implementing funded projects in the context of limited resources

Module description

The course Management of Engineering Projects provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for the effective planning, organization, execution, and control of engineering projects. The course covers key project management principles, project life cycle stages, risk assessment, resource allocation, budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to analyze and address engineering project management challenges, make data-driven decisions, coordinate team efforts, and ensure project success in various maritime engineering fields.

Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions as per the scheduled timetable. A cumulative assessment system is applied, with the final evaluation being an examination

Module aim

Evaluate the function of project activities in the modern world of limited resources by following activity planning procedures; analyze the process and tools of maritime business project management, structural elements of projects, principles, and practices of project execution, as well as ensuring project execution control. Assess the specifics of implementing funded projects based on the characteristics of preparing project proposals for securing financing..

Module description

The Maritime Business Project Management course provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge of managing maritime business projects, with a particular focus on project planning, organization, implementation, and control. Throughout the course, students will explore the specifics of the maritime business sector, project management methodologies, the impact of micro- and macro-environmental factors on project success, as well as legal, economic, financial, and risk management aspects. The course aims to develop students’ ability to critically assess changes in the business environment, make well-founded decisions, and justify them with reasoned arguments. Students will acquire the skills necessary to independently manage maritime business projects, applying contemporary project management principles and methods while adapting to the dynamic conditions of the maritime transport and logistics market.

Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions according to the established schedule.

Module aim

Apply principles of a sustainability mindset, based on erudition, within professional activities.

Module description

The course Sustainable Logistics Mentality will enable students to understand the value-based principles of a sustainability mindset in professional activities – focusing on the integrity of the port and shipping specialist’s personality, social business sustainability, multicultural business relations, and the sustainability mindset of maritime and coastal environments.

Module aim

Be able to analyze and evaluate trends in the dynamics of European culture from a chronological perspective.

Module description

The study subject European Culture will enable students to understand the trends in the dynamics of European culture, identifying and applying the cultural situations of Lithuania and the European contexts influencing them in personal and professional decisions.

Module aim

Be able to think universally and critically by applying erudition.

Module description

The study subject Philosophy will enable students to understand, analyze, evaluate, and predict the development of the relationship between science, technology, and culture; to formulate questions relevant to their professional life on both personal and social levels.

Module aim

To be able to understand and analyze the development of ports and shipping in Northern Europe, to compare the characteristics of the maritime sector in different countries and periods. To be able to understand the historical circumstances that led to the emergence and technical development of seaports and various types of ships, to be able to compare the significance of port activities in the history of regional development; to master the traditions of shipping (or those influenced by it) that have left traces in the culture and landscape of the region in question (e.g. maritime architecture, urban structure of port cities, surviving heritage of historical ships).

Module description

The course Development of Seaports and Shipping is intended for students to become familiar with the stages and regularities of the historical development of North European seaports, shipbuilding and navigation, as well as the traces of this development in the maritime cultural and technical heritage. The course introduces the concept of a port and changes in the structure and infrastructure of ports in different historical contexts; introduces the evolution of ships from the oldest and most technically primitive watercraft to the emergence of modern ships, explaining the circumstances that determined technological development. Students must attend at least 70 percent of lectures and exercises during the scheduled time. Cumulative assessment is applied. The final form of assessment is an exam.

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to communicate effectively at various levels within and outside the organization by applying modern communication models, tools, and strategies in order to ensure smooth information flow, strengthen organizational culture, and build sustainable relationships with stakeholde.

Module description

The course Organizational Communication provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective interpersonal, group, and institutional communication in English at various organizational levels with due regard to current business environment trends. The course introduces to types of communication in various business structures and allows practicing communication in the business-related issues in spoken and written form as well as using communication tools in digital environments. Particular attention is given to the development of professional language, enhancement of communication skills, and work ethics, and the creation of sustainable relationships with stakeholders. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to apply the acquired knowledge in practice, contribute to the effectiveness of organizational performance, and strengthen the communication culture.
Students are required to attend no less than 70% of lectures and practical sessions according to the course schedule. A cumulative assessment system is applied. The final evaluation is based on an exam.

Module aim

Independently and collaboratively develop an understanding and mindset of sustainable and harmonious business, and create a positive relationship based on common cultural values while working in maritime sector companies.

Module description

The study subject Sustainable Business Culture will allow students to learn the principles of business harmony culture based on erudition and apply them in professional activities – from the perspective of personal integrity, social business harmony, multicultural business relations, and the harmony of the maritime and coastal environment.

Module aim

The aim of the course Practical Training in Freight Forwarding and Maritime Cargo Electronic Data Management is to develop students’ ability to solve freight forwarding and maritime cargo electronic data management tasks by practically implementing the coordination of cargo movement through Klaipėda Port, proper preparation of transport documentation, and the submission of electronic data. Students will acquire practical skills necessary for performing freight forwarder and cargo handling company functions within the KIPIS system.

Module description

During the practical training, students gain hands-on experience in solving freight forwarding and maritime cargo electronic data management tasks, executing port logistics operations, organizing cargo movement, preparing proper transport documentation, and ensuring timely and accurate electronic data submission. Students analyze and model freight forwarding and cargo management processes in a real port environment, utilizing the KIPIS (Klaipėda Port Information System) platform. They acquire practical skills in performing the functions of a freight forwarder, cargo handling company representative, and cargo movement control authority, which include coordinating cargo flows through the seaport, managing electronic data, and ensuring effective interaction with port authorities. Students also gain practical experience in preparing real documents used in Klaipėda Port, such as cargo declarations, transport documents, and freight forwarding orders. Special emphasis is placed on working with the KIPIS system, where students register and process cargo-related data, monitor cargo handling processes, make real-time operational decisions, and learn to accurately submit cargo and transport vehicle data, ensuring efficient logistics chain management.
The course is conducted over one semester, following a cumulative assessment system. The final evaluation consists of practical training report (50%), task performance during the training (50%).

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of maritime cargo logistics technologies, developing the ability to select appropriate and safe handling methods for various types of cargo, plan and organize their movement through port terminals, analyze the compatibility of logistics operations, and apply international cargo transport and safety regulations.

Module description

The course Cargo Handling Technologies is designed to introduce students to maritime cargo logistics technologies, enabling them to select appropriate and safe handling methods for bulk, liquid, general, and hazardous cargo. This selection is based on cargo flow trends, forecasts, cargo characteristics, and shipment size. By assessing the specificity of logistics operations in seaport terminals, students will develop the ability to plan and organize the transportation of various types of maritime cargo through seaport terminals, analyze the compatibility of terminals, cargo presentation formats, and transport vehicle parameters, as well as evaluate the outcomes of the technological cargo handling process occurring in port terminals. During practical sessions, students are introduced to the Cargo Transport Units (CTU) Code, the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code, the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), and the “Code of Practice on Safety and Health at Work in Ports.” They develop the skills to apply these regulations when planning and organizing cargo logistics solutions, as well as when directly executing cargo logistics procedures.
The course is taught over one semester. The assessment method is a differentiated pass/fail evaluation, applying a cumulative grading system. Students must attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions as scheduled.

Module aim

to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of logistics principles and their application in international trade, to be able to select technologies to solve logistics problems, to establish international logistics chains, and to plan inventories.

Module description

The specialization study subject Cargo Handling Equipment and Organization of Work with Cranes is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience about the principles of operation of loading equipment and organization of work. Great attention is paid to the analysis of safe work requirements, the ability to assess potential risks and accident prevention measures. During practical tasks, students will acquire the ability to solve practical cases and problems related to the use of lifting cranes.
Students must attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions according to the scheduled timetable. 

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of the economic evaluation of seaport and terminal operations, developing their ability to apply economic analysis methods to assess the efficiency of port infrastructure and operations, as well as the feasibility of investments. Students will learn to analyze port performance data, evaluate the economic benefits of infrastructure and terminals, identify operational risks, and propose optimization solutions using modern analytical and modeling tools

Module description

The course Economic Management of Port Infrastructure and Opreations is designed to introduce students to the principles, methods, and indicators of economic assessment in seaports and terminal operations. Lectures cover port operation models, terminal efficiency evaluation methods, economic feasibility analysis of infrastructure, and risk assessment of port activities. During practical sessions, students conduct port terminal activity analysis, apply economic evaluation methods, and carry out case studies focusing on port infrastructure and operational efficiency aspects. The course develops students’ ability to critically assess the feasibility of port infrastructure investments, analyze port performance data, and propose optimization solutions using modern analytical and modeling tools.
Students are required to attend at least 70% of scheduled lectures and practical sessions

Module aim

The aim of the course Training in Port Cargo Technologies is to develop students’ ability to solve port cargo technologies tasks by practically implementing cargo handling process planning, organization, and optimization, as well as applying modern information systems and working in a simulated work environment. Through this practical training, students acquire the necessary skills for the roles of a cargo company economist, technologist, and stevedore.

Module description

During the practical training, students learn to solve port cargo terminal management tasks by organizing and monitoring cargo handling processes and optimizing resource utilization. In simulated work environments, students analyze and model maritime cargo handling processes, forecast their outcomes, and evaluate the interaction of key port stakeholders using the TOS (Terminal Operating System) prototype implemented in Klaipėda Port. Students acquire practical skills in performing the functions of a cargo company economist, technologist, and stevedore within maritime cargo handling operations. They gain hands-on experience in preparing real documents used in Klaipėda Port, including cargo operation plans, cargo lists, and work schedules. The training also integrates information systems to enhance coordination and communication among process participants. Particular emphasis is placed on teamwork in simulators, where students make real-time decisions, respond to operational changes in cargo terminal activities, optimize resource utilization, and enhance the terminal’s productivity and economic efficiency.
Upon completing the course, students will be able to analyze the technical, technological, and human resource factors essential for handling various types of cargo under different conditions, develop technological cargo handling cards for different types of cargo, optimizing processes and ensuring the efficient use of terminal resources, solve complex cargo terminal management tasks, responding to changes in the logistics chain and making decisions that improve terminal operations.
The course is conducted over one semester, following a cumulative assessment system. The final evaluation consists of practical training report (50%), task performance during the training (50%).

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of the vessel crew formation process, maritime personnel selection principles, and applicable legal regulations, while developing the ability to analyze, solve practical situations, and make decisions using a specialized information system

Module description

The course Vessel Crew Management provides theoretical and practical knowledge about the process of crew composition, principles of maritime personnel selection, and applicable legal regulations. The course develops the ability to analyze the crew formation process as a structured application of regulations, solve practical situations, and make decisions using a specialized information system.
During the course, students learn to accurately formulate relevant crew formation issues, analyze practical cases, and make decisions using the ship crew formation information system. Students acquire practical skills necessary for effective crew formation and are able to properly apply legal acts regulating this process, including the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), the Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention, and the International Labour Organization (ILO) regulations.
The course is taught over one semester, and assessment is conducted through an examination based on a cumulative grading system. Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions as scheduled.

Module aim

The aim of the course Training on Shipping at the Port Informations Systems is to develop students’ abilities to comprehensively address shipping management tasks in a port environment by practically implementing maritime freight forwarding, cargo documentation preparation, and electronic data management processes, while strengthening practical skills required to work as a freight forwarder or stevedoring company representative and using the Klaipėda Port Information System (KIPIS).

Module description

During the practical training, students learn to solve maritime cargo electronic data management tasks from the perspective of shipping management, focusing on the functions of freight forwarders and ship agents within the maritime transport chain; they analyze and model the forwarding and management processes of cargo transported by sea, prepare ship cargo documentation, coordinate cargo movement in the transport chain, and ensure effective cooperation between freight forwarders, ship agents, stevedoring companies, and port authorities; they work with the Klaipėda Port Information System (KIPIS), where they manage electronic data of maritime cargo and make operational decisions in the freight forwarding process; they perform the functions of maritime freight forwarders, organize ship handling, manage documentation, and collaborate with participants in the international logistics chain, paying particular attention to the flow of information between the ship’s master and the freight forwarder, understanding the responsibilities of the involved parties regarding documentation compliance, cargo movement coordination, and data submission to the KIPIS system.

The course is conducted over one semester, following a cumulative assessment system. The final evaluation consists of practical training report (50%), task performance during the training (50%).

Module aim

To provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills enabling them to analyze the connections between international trade and the maritime sector, understand the significance of ship agency, prepare ship arrival/departure documentation, evaluate chartering and agency contracts, apply port and shipping information systems, and independently operate in a maritime business environment while communicating fluently in English.

Module description

The course Ship Agency is designed to analyze the interrelations between international trade and the maritime sector, to understand the importance of ship agency services, and to prepare arrival/departure documentation for ships. Students will acquire knowledge of chartering and agency contracts, maritime economic indicators, principles of sales agreements, and responsibility allocation in cargo delivery. The course also teaches the use of port and shipping information systems, organization of ship procedures in port, calculation of port charges, and provision of necessary services. It develops students’ ability to communicate in maritime English and work independently.
The course is delivered over one semester. Assessment is based on a cumulative evaluation system and concludes with a final exam.
Students are required to attend at least 70% of the scheduled lectures and practical sessions.

Module aim

To provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills enabling the economic assessment of ship operations by applying analytical and modeling methods, interpreting results, and making well-founded decisions to improve operational efficiency

Module description

The course Economic Management of Ship Operations is designed to introduce students to the principles, methods, and indicators of vessel economic management. Lectures cover various types of maritime transport markets, vessel chartering methods, vessel performance evaluation techniques, voyage planning, voyage result analysis, and economic profitability assessment. During practical sessions, students conduct vessel operation planning and analysis, apply economic evaluation methods, and carry out case studies focusing on the economic aspects of vessel chartering and operational management. Students develop the ability to critically assess the efficiency of time and cost planning for vessel operations, analyze operational data, and propose solutions for optimizing vessel performance using modern analytical and modeling tools.
Students are required to attend at least 70% of lectures and practical sessions as per the designated schedule. A cumulative assessment system is applied. Final assesment – a course project and defence of positinion.

Module aim

The aim of the course Practical Training in Port Cargo Terminal Management is to develop students’ ability to solve port cargo terminal management tasks from a shipping management perspective, by practically implementing cargo handling process organization and optimization, utilizing modern information systems, and simulating real-work situations. The course equips students with practical skills necessary for performing the functions of a cargo terminal manager, port operator, and ship agent.

Module description

During the practical training, students develop hands-on skills in solving port cargo terminal management tasks, organizing and monitoring cargo handling processes, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring smooth interaction between maritime and port operations. Students analyze and model maritime cargo handling processes from a shipping management perspective, forecast their outcomes, evaluate the interaction between the ship’s crew and key port stakeholders, and apply the TOS (Terminal Operating System) prototype used in Klaipėda Port. Students acquire practical skills in performing the functions of a freight forwarder, port cargo operator, and ship agent, including cargo handling organization, document preparation, and ship cargo operations coordination. They gain hands-on experience in preparing real documents used in Klaipėda Port, including cargo operation plans, cargo lists, and work schedules.
Particular emphasis is placed on teamwork in simulators, where students make operational decisions in real-time, respond to changes in terminal activities, optimize resource utilization, and ensure the efficiency of maritime operations.
The course is conducted over one semester, following a cumulative assessment system. The final evaluation consists of practical training report (50%), task performance during the training (50%).

Module aim

To integrate theoretical knowledge and practical skills acquired during coursework with future professional activities in maritime port cargo companies by designing, implementing, and executing engineering solutions for port cargo handling systems and infrastructure. Students will apply their experience in preparing their final thesis by solving practical cargo engineering challenges, assessing real operational conditions in internship companies, and analyzing practical data on cargo handling technologies and outcomes. Additionally, students will develop the ability to apply occupational safety regulations, environmental protection rules, and quality standards in practical activities. They will also gain skills in independently preparing technological process documents for cargo handling operations, understanding, and managing the flow of documents among the stakeholders involved in the cargo handling process.

Module description

The course Final Professional Internship in Port Operations Engineering is designed to integrate theoretical knowledge and practical experience gained during coursework with future professional activities in port terminals. During the internship, students enhance their ability to design, implement, and execute technological solutions related to cargo transportation and handling operations. They also analyze real operational conditions in terminals, assess process efficiency, and apply engineering methods to solve practical challenges. Students complete a 16-week professional internship at a selected company, where they engage with real cargo handling processes. Throughout the internship, they independently prepare technological normative process documents for cargo handling, study cargo handling technologies, and explore the specifics of their selection. Students participate in interim seminars, where they present their ongoing tasks, discuss challenges encountered, and share insights on process optimization opportunities. The internship also fosters personal and social competencies, promoting independence, individual and team work skills, engineering thinking, creativity, and intercultural collaboration abilities. Students learn to apply occupational safety and environmental protection regulations, follow quality standards, and understand the principles of sustainable logistics and their implementation challenges.
The course concludes with the submission of an internship report, in which students present their research, activity analysis, and proposals for optimizing port cargo engineering solutions. During the internship, students maintain a practical training diary and prepare a final report. The final grade consists of: 30% – Evaluation by the internship supervisor at the company, 30% – Evaluation by the internship supervisor at the faculty, 40% – Internship report and position defense.

Module aim

To prepare a final thesis in the field of Port Operations Engineering, demonstrating the ability to apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills in conducting empirical research. Students should be able to apply appropriate data analysis methods, collect and analyze information from various sources, systematize and identify interdisciplinary connections, interpret research results, and justify technological, technical, and economic feasibility of proposed solutions.

Module description

The course is designed to prepare students for the development of their final thesis in the specialization Port Operations Engineering. During the course, students independently compile a list of scientific research and relevant academic publications related to their chosen thesis topic. They justify the relevance and problematics of the research, conduct a literature review, and define the research methodology, forming a theoretical research model, designing an empirical study based on the selected final thesis topic, analyze research results, and justify technological and technical solutions related to the operation of maritime port cargo handling systems. Students carry out research at internship sites, using navigation and port operation simulators (NTPRO5000, LCHS5000, LNG Bunkering, KIPIS, and the TOS terminal operating system). They apply data processing and analytical methods to research findings using specialized Geographic Information System (GIS) platforms such as ArcGIS, Python, and MS Office applications. Students analyze the collected data, formulate research conclusions, and substantiate technological solutions.
As part of the course, students develop final thesis conclusions and recommendations, preparing the final version of their thesis. By the end of the course, students must submit the final version of their thesis and publicly defend it before an evaluation committee.
Attendance of at minimum 70% of scheduled seminars is mandatory. The course applies a cumulative grading system, where the final evaluation consists of: 50% – Achievement of study program learning outcomes, 10% – Supervisor’s evaluation, 20% – Reviewer’s evaluation, 20% – Final thesis defense evaluation

Module aim

To provide students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills in real maritime sector companies, developing the ability to independently carry out ship agency, freight forwarding, and maritime operations. During the internship, students learn to organize cargo transportation by sea, manage ship supply and crew staffing, assess operational efficiency, and optimize processes. The course also enhances students’ analytical, managerial, and organizational skills, teamwork abilities, and the application of occupational safety, environmental protection, and quality standards.

Module description

The course Final Professional Practice in Shipping Management provides students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills in real maritime sector companies. During the internship, students gain experience in shipping, freight forwarding, and ship agency operations, performing tasks related to cargo transportation by sea, ship supply, crew management, and operational organization. Students participate in a 16-week professional internship at a selected company, where they become familiar with ship agency, freight forwarding, and logistics processes. They prepare and analyze technical and commercial documents, organize ship arrivals and port services, and assess operational efficiency. During the internship, students also observe real working conditions, analyze process optimization opportunities, and take part in seminars, where they present their completed tasks and discuss challenges. The internship enhances students’ ability to independently solve practical problems, develop analytical, managerial, and organizational skills, and fosters self-reliance, teamwork, engineering thinking, and creativity. Students learn to apply occupational safety, environmental protection, and quality standards, evaluate sustainable shipping principles, and understand the challenges of their implementation.
The course concludes with the submission and defense of the internship report. In this report, students present their research, operational analysis, and the application of skills gained during the internship. Throughout the internship, students maintain a logbook and prepare a final report. The final grade consists of 30% – Evaluation by the company internship supervisor, 30% – Evaluation by the faculty internship supervisor, 40% – Internship report and defense

Module aim

To prepare a final thesis in the field of shipping management, demonstrating the ability to apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills in conducting empirical research. Students should be able to apply appropriate data analysis methods, collect and analyze information from various sources, systematize and identify interdisciplinary connections. They must interpret research results, justify proposed technological and technical solutions, and assess their economic feasibility.

Module description

The course is designed to prepare students for the development of their final thesis in the specialization Shipping Technical Management. During the course, students independently compile a list of scientific research and relevant academic publications related to their chosen thesis topic. They justify the relevance and problematics of the research, conduct a literature review, and define the research methodology, forming a theoretical research model, conduct an empirical study based on the selected final thesis topic, analyze research results, and justify technological and technical solutions related to shipping management and the safe operation of vessels.
Students conduct research at internship sites, utilizing navigation and port operation simulators (NTPRO5000, LCHS5000, LNG Bunkering, KIPIS, and TOS terminal operating systems). They apply data analysis methods using specialized Geographic Information System (GIS) platforms such as ArcGIS, as well as analytical tools like Python and MS Office. Collected data is analyzed, research conclusions are formulated, and technological solutions are justified. Upon completing the course, students must submit their final thesis, present final conclusions and recommendations, and defend their work before an evaluation committee.
Attendance of at minimum 70% of scheduled seminars is mandatory. The course applies a cumulative grading system, where the final evaluation consists of: 50% – Achievement of study program learning outcomes, 10% – Supervisor’s evaluation, 20% – Reviewer’s evaluation, 20% – Final thesis defense evaluation