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2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

TDT 116 - Basic Vehicle Operations – Class B Commercial Driver’s License

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Basic methods of safely operating Class B straight truck and bus vehicle. Information to prepare the trainees to pass the Commercial Driver License (CDL) exam. Trainees to obtain a Class “B” permit including tanker and hazardous materials endorsement, with optional training to obtain a “P” passenger endorsement. Includes CDL preparation, proper method of conducting pre-trip inspection, driving conditions, speed management, backing, air brakes, tanker, hazardous materials, and transporting passengers. Familiarization with map reading, hours of service, and United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) regulations.

Information: Admission to the Truck Driver Training Program is required prior to registration.

Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Pass the Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) permit test with optional training to obtain a “P” passenger bus endorsement.
  2. Pass Tanker and Hazardous Materials Endorsements.
  3. Discuss the importance of a visual search, how to effectively manage speeds and preform braking techniques, and respond to various road and weather conditions.
  4. Describe a pre-trip inspection in a systematic sequence that is accurate, uniform, and time efficient.
  5. Describe appropriate responses when confronted with driving emergencies including but not limited to preventive measures and recovery techniques.
  6. Demonstrate how to plan routes and locate streets necessary to complete deliveries.
  7. Discuss all rules and regulations as per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) regarding hours of service.
  8. Describe the rules and regulations for backing.
  9. Discuss all rules and regulations necessary for safe operation and passenger safety.
Outline:
  1. Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B Preparation
    1. Class B permit requirements
    2. Air brake system and operation
    3. Tanker endorsement
    4. Hazardous Materials endorsement
    5. Passenger endorsement
  2. Transporting Passengers
    1. Operation and safety
    2. Rules and Regulations
  3. Vehicle Operation
    1. Road and driving conditions
    2. Potential threat recognition
    3. Avoidance maneuvers and braking techniques
    4. Backing rules and regulations
  4. Pre-Trip Inspection
    1. Manual and visual
    2. Sequence
    3. Reporting problems
    4. En-route
    5. Post-trip
  5. Driving Emergencies
    1. First aid
    2. Preventive driving measures
    3. Emergency reporting
    4. Insurance requirements
  6. Route Planning
    1. Trip plan and hours of service
    2. Time management
    3. Map reading
  7. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)
    1. Rules
    2. Regulations