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TOC621S - TRANSPORT OPERATIONS AND COSTING - 2ND OPP SUPL - JAN 2023 |
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n Am I BI A u n IVER s ITY
OF SCIEnCE
TECHnOLOGY
FACULTY OF COMMERCE, HUMAN SCIENCE AND EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS, MARKETING, LOGISTICS AND SPORTS MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATION: BACHELOR OF TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATION CODE: 07BTRA
LEVEL: 6
COURSE CODE: TOC621S
COURSE NAME: TRANSPORT OPERATIONS AND
COSTING
SESSION: JANUARY 2023
DURATION: 3 HOURS
PAPER: THEORY
MARKS: 100
EXAMINER(S)
SECOND OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION PAPER
Mr. JACINTOSILVA(FM & PM)
Ms. ESTERJESAYA(DI)
MODERATOR: Ms EMILIASALOMO
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer ALL the questions.
2. Read all the questions carefully before answering.
3. Number the answers clearly
THIS EXAMINATION PAPER CONSISTS OF 5 PAGES (Including this front page)
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QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
Choosethe correct answer for the below.
[30 Marks]
1.
The following are core principles of transport geography except
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A. Distance is a relative concept involving space, time and effort.
B. A location can be a central or an intermediate element of mobility
C. Velocity is a modal, intermodal and managerial effort.
D. To overcome geography, transportation must consume space.
E. None of the mentioned.
2.
The following are the functions of transport in modern society?
A. Economicalcal function
B. Social function
C. Human resources function
D. Environmental function
3.
Which of the following represents a group of textile traders who wants to join an effort for
bargaining power when buying and making up volumes required to export their products to
Europe?
A. Sole Trader
B. Partnership
C. Limited Companies
D. Co-operatives
4.
An individual or company that operates the movement of the vehicle and operating crew is
known as;
A. The Manager
B. The Driver
C. The Operator
D. The Chief
5.
When you decide to run your business as a sole trader, this means:
A. The business is incorporated.
B. The business is unincorporated
C. The business employs youess
D. Your business assets are legally separate from your assets
6.
About a partnership, which of the following is untrue?
A. The partnership is formed by incorporation.
B. The partnership is a legal person
C. The partnership is formed by agreement
D. The partnership needs a minimum of 2 persons.
7.
Which of the following is not an essential object of the Namibian transport policy?
A. Charging for infrastructure use
B. Producing fewer biofuels
C. Making railways more competitive
D. None of the mentioned
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8.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Which of the following is not an element of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Belongingness
Self-actualisation
Psychological
Physiological
9.
This type of air route system has no network constraints on utilisation.
A. Point-point
B. Hub-and-spoke
C. Linear
D. None of the mentioned
10.
The concept of limited liability in relation to a company means:
A. The members are liable to a limited extent for their debts and obligations.
B. The company is liable to a limited extent for its debts and obligations.
C. When necessary, the company has the right to demand that members contribute further
capital.
D. If a company enters liquidation before a member has paid for his shares in full, liability to
pay them ceases.
11.
Which of the following constitute the principles of budgeting?
A. Management by exception
B. Organisational structure
C. Zero-based budgets
D. All of the mentioned
12.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Which of the following is not part of the vehicle's fixed cost?
Insurance premiums
Registration and vehicle taxes
License fees
Purchasing of tyres
13.
The concept of limited liability in relation to a company means:
A. The company is liable to a limited extent for its debts and obligations
B. The members are liable to a limited extent for their debts and obligations
C. When necessary, the company has the right to demand that members contribute further
capita.
D. If a company goes into liquidation before a member has paid for his shares in full, liability to
pay for them ceases at that point
14.
Which statements below are incorrect regarding a public and a private limited company?
A. The name of a public company must end in "public limited company or 'pie,' while the name
of a private company (other than an unlimited company) ends in 'limited' or 'Ltd'.
B. A public company must have at least two directors, while a private company only needs one
C. A public company has to have a minimum issued share capital of N$ 50 000, whereas a
private company that does not provide it must give at least one share.
D. A public company must have its shares listed on the stock exchange, whereas a private does
not
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15.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Gantt chart is mainly used for
Routing
Scheduling
Follow up
Inspection and quality control
QUESTION 2: TRUE & FALSEQUESTIONS
Sub-total: 30 Marks
[20 Marks]
2.1. The technical crew is primarily responsible for passenger safety.
2.2. The flight schedule seeks to minimise revenues by matching flights and capacity with passenger
Demand.
2.3. The operation function in a transport organisation structure is responsible for disseminating
information about the organisation.
2.4. In most developing nations, improving public transportation will not solve the urban
Transport problems they experience.
2.5. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is an international organisation established to
Regulate the rail transportation mode.
2.6. Urban transport problems are encountered mostly when the available transport
Infrastructures are challenged in providing adequate services to the populations.
2.7. Namibia Airport Company (NAC) is established to regulate the air navigation services in
Namibia.
2.8. Traffic management can only be effective if the performance measures suitable for regional
And local requirements are established and integrated into the planning process to use
engineering systems, standardisation, documentation and performance.
2.9. There are two classifications of aircraft maintenance, namely offline maintenance and
constant Maintenance.
2.10. Time charter party pertains to a contract for a particular trip, where a predetermined freight
payment is paid to the shipowners per metric ton of cargo.
Sub-total:20 Marks
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QUESTION 3:
[SOMarks]
3.1. An airline can choose among three generic route system architectures that vary in complexity and
cost of operation. In the airline industry, selecting a route structure is the basis of an airline's a
product/service offering.
In a tabular format, compare and contrast the point-to-point and Hub-and-spoke systems. In your
response pay particular attention to, its scope, connectivity, dependence, market size, demand,
frequency, pricing, asset utilization, costs of operation, fleet requirement
[20Marks]
3.2. The RoadTraffic and Transport Regulations under the RoadTraffic and Transport Act, 1999, regulate
road transport through the Roads authority and National RoadSafety Council (NRSC)created by section
2 of the National Road Safety Act, Act 9 of 1972. Using examples, Narrate how the act adopts three
elements to regulate road transport operations in Namibia
[15 Marks]
3.3. Port typology is segmented in ownership, structure, and service arrangements. The port selection
and decision-making are essential for its competitive edge, productivity, profitability, and regional
development. Discuss any three categories of port typology
[15 Marks]
END OF QUESTION PAPER
Sub-total:60 Marks
Grand Total: 100 Marks
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