Truck Operator – CDL “B” Training Program

Instructional Time - 166 Clock Hours Total

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

Program Description

Classroom Segment

· Introductory Orientations and Explanations of CDL Requirements.

· CDL Study Session – Basic Skills Testing.

· CDL Study Session – Air Brakes Testing.

· CDL Study Session – Optional endorsements (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

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

Modern Shifting and Proper Clutch Control Techniques.

· Straight Backing and Parallel Parking of Vehicle.

· Entering and Exiting a Highway.

· Loading and Securing Cargo.

Road Segment

·   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 & Road segments are total combined clock hours of actual behind the wheel

and over the road.