- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Introduces students to the harmonized system of exporting and importing and details many of the commonly encountered situations at Canada Customs. The USA, EEC and most OECD countries use the same documentation and valuation system for customs purposes. This course also introduces students to the basic Free Trade Agreements that impact Canadian businesses.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$775.81 - $802.77 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be familiar with:
- Articulate the role of the Border Services Officer.
- Demonstrate your responsibilities as an Importer/Carrier when importing goods.
- Demonstrate your responsibilities as an Exporter/Carrier when exporting goods.
- Recognize and explain the Laws and Regulations concerning the cross border movement of goods.
- Identify the roles of all stakeholders in the international movement of goods including various Government Departments.
- Explain the steps involved in the Valuation of Goods.
- Complete a valid NAFTA Certificate of Origin.
- Identify the common errors in the completion of a Certificate of Origin.
- Define the basic rules of Origin.
- Demonstrate proper use of the Rules of Origin for NAFTA Annex 401.
- Follow the steps in identifying goods using the Harmonized System or Customs Tariff numbering system.
- Accurately complete a Cargo Control Document, Canada Customs Invoice, B-3 Accounting Document and B-2 Adjustment to Accounting Document.
- Recognize important points in other relevant documents used by the public and Border Services at Border and inland Offices of CBSA.
Effective as of Winter 2014
Related Programs
Canada Customs and Free Trade Agreements (TDMT 1409) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Global Business Studies
Associate Certificate Part-time
- International Trade and Transportation Logistics
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Materials Management Option)
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of TDMT 1409 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 33995
Dates
Mon Sep 09 - Mon Nov 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 33995
- Domestic fees $775.81
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 25 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Gordon Kennedy
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
CRN 47330
Dates
Mon Sep 09 - Mon Nov 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 47330
- Domestic fees $775.81
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 25 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Gordon Kennedy
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Winter 2025
Below are two offerings of TDMT 1409 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 12031
Dates
Mon Jan 06 - Wed Feb 26
- 8 weeks
- CRN 12031
- Domestic fees $802.77
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Feb 26 | Mon, Wed | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Gordon Kennedy
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous, and does not require you to meet each and every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
CRN 81079
Dates
Tue Jan 07 - Thu Feb 27
- 8 weeks
- CRN 81079
- Domestic fees $802.77
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Feb 27 | Tue, Thu | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Gordon Kennedy
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous, and does not require you to meet each and every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.