Commercial truck Operator
This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to operate commercial trucks safely and efficiently. Successful completion of the program leads to the award of the Certificate in Commercial Truck Driving.
The program duration may vary depending on specific equipment covered and the program’s intensity. Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry-level positions as commercial truck drivers. Safety, preventive maintenance, and operational efficiency are emphasized throughout the course. Students may also need to meet specific requirements set by their state or country for CDL application and testing.
Certificate in Commercial Truck Driver Program
TRUC 100: Introduction to the Trucking Industry
- Overview of the trucking industry
- Types of commercial trucks and their applications
- Role of commercial truck drivers
CDLL 100: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Requirements
- CDL classifications and endorsements
- CDL application process and requirements
- Knowledge and skills testing for CDL
TRUCSF 100: Occupational Safety and Regulations
- Federal and state regulations for commercial trucking
- Hours of service (HOS) regulations
- Drug and alcohol testing requirements
TRUCIN 1OO: Pre-Trip Inspection
- Preparing and conducting pre-trip inspections
- Identifying and reporting vehicle defects
- Maintaining a driver’s vehicle inspection report (DVIR)
TRUCO 100: Basic Vehicle Operation
- Starting and shutting down the engine
- Shifting gears in manual transmissions
- Steering and turning techniques
TRUCSAF 100: Defensive Driving and Safe Operation
- Defensive driving principles
- Safe following distance and space management
- Hazard recognition and emergency maneuvers
TRUCLOA 100: Cargo Loading and Unloading
- Techniques for loading and unloading cargo
- Ensuring cargo weight distribution and balance
- Handling special cargo types (hazardous materials, oversized loads)
TRUCSEC 100: Cargo Securement
- Proper use of straps, chains, and tie-downs
- Securing different types of cargo (e.g., flatbed vs. dry van)
Inspecting and adjusting load securement during transport
TRUCTRIP 100: Trip Planning and Routing
- Planning safe and efficient routes
- Identifying rest areas, fuel stops, and service facilities
- Handling route changes and detours
TRUCGPS 100: Global Positioning System (GPS) Usage
- How to use GPS for navigation
- GPS device operation and configuration
- Common GPS pitfalls and errors to avoid
TRUCTRIP 100: Trip Planning and Routing
- Planning safe and efficient routes
- Identifying rest areas, fuel stops, and service facilities
- Handling route changes and detours
TRUCGPS 100: Global Positioning System (GPS) Usage
- How to use GPS for navigation
- GPS device operation and configuration
- Common GPS pitfalls and errors to avoid
Students have to contact the school administration if they want to take extra credits or transfer credits to pursue the Diploma Certificate or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in their field of interest. Students will select required number courses in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements graduation for the A.A.S. Some of these courses can be transferred directly from and to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so these selective courses are required for all students.
- Selected Communication Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
ENGL 100: Fundamentals of Speech
CPL 100: Career Planning
CPL 101: Communications and Career Strategies
ENGL 101: Composition
ENGL 102: composition
- Selected Mathematics Course (Choose two for Diploma or three for the Associate)
MATH 100:General Math
MATH 101:Intermediate Algebra
MATH 102:College Algebra
- Selected Social Science Course (Choose two for Diploma or four for the Associate)
ECON 105:Leadership
ECON 101:Principles of Microeconomics I
ECON 102:Principles of Macroeconomics II
SOC 101:Introduction to Sociology
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology
HIST 101: History