Tractor Trailer Operator – CDL “A” Training Program

            Instructional Time        166 Clock Hours Total

            Course Completion          8 Weeks  (Full Time) 16 Weeks (Part Time)

Time frames may vary based on DMV scheduling availability.

Program Description

 Classroom Segment  -  (49 Clock Hours)

    Introductory Orientations and Explanations of CDL Requirements.

·         CDL Study Session – Basic Skills Testing.

·         CDL Study Session – Air Brakes Testing.

·         CDL Study Session – Combinations Testing.

·         CDL Study Session – Optional endorsements. (doubles & triples, hazardous materials and tankers).

*These sessions will incorporate Visual films and Individual Instructional Materials.

                        ·         Basic Vehicle Operation Instruction, Emergency Equipment, First Aid Kits and Safety Techniques.

·         Defensive Driving and Accident Prevention Techniques.

·         Proper Mental Attitude for a Commercial Driver.

Laboratory Segment – (39 Clock Hours)

   This segment of training focuses on the following: 

·         Pre-trip Vehicle and Equipment Inspection and Checks.

·         Air Brake Testing and Simulations.

·         Emergency Procedures and Passenger Handling.

·         Extreme Weather Emergency Driving Techniques.

Range Segment – (39 Clock Hours)

            ·         Modern Shifting and Proper Clutch Control Techniques.

·         Straight Backing and Parallel Parking of Vehicle.

·         Entering and Exiting a Highway.

·         Loading and Securing Cargo.

·         Coupling and Uncoupling of Tractor Trailers

Road Segment – (39 Clock Hours)

                           ·         On the Road Vehicle Training with a Duel Controlled Training Vehicle.

·         In Vehicle Driving Instruction.  Instruction to include:  Highway Driving, Railroad Crossings, Over and Under Passes, Vehicle Passing.

·         Speed and Space Management. Instruction to include:  Curves, Crests and Hills.

·         Road Test Review.  Will include Simulated Road Tests on Vehicle to be used on Actual Road Test.

***Range and Road segments are total combined clock hours of actual behind the wheel and over the road.  ***