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Truck Driving

Technical Diploma

The Truck Driving Technical Diploma is a 9 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

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Truck Driving 1 3.00
Truck Driving 2 3.00
Truck Driving 3 2.00
Manual Transmission 1.00

Truck Driving 1 (10458201)

3.00

Introduces learners to the laws, regulations and various certification levels of a Commercial Driver License (CDL). Introduces learners to the basic operation of a Class A Commercial Motor Vehicle.

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
10 Spring
Open
Mar 23 –
May 22
 Mar 28 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
Mar 23 – May 22
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CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
Howard Pulkowski
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Truck Driving 2 (10458202)

3.00

Prepares learners in the operation of commercial motor vehicles. Extensive hands-on training will be implemented throughout the course on tractor-trailers, giving the learner the skills needed to test for a Class A Commercial Driver License. Limited lecture will be used to inform students of industry regulations, driver safety, inspections and communication.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMMERCI 10458201 - Truck Driving 1 with grade greater than or equal to C (Post Secondary Grading Scheme).

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
10 Spring
Open
Mar 23 –
May 22
 Mar 28 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
Mar 23 – May 22
-
CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
Howard Pulkowski
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Truck Driving 3 (10458203)

2.00

Builds on skills learned in Truck Driving 1 and 2, as students hone skills and practice to test for a Class A Commercial Driver License. This course will focus on advanced driving operations, backing skills, and non-driving aspects of the transportation industry.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMMERCI 10458202 - Truck Driving 2 with grade greater than or equal to C (Post Secondary Grading Scheme).

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
10 Spring
Open
Mar 23 –
May 22
 Mar 28 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
Mar 23 – May 22
-
CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
Howard Pulkowski
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Manual Transmission (10458109)

1.00

Prepares students for the CDL road test by teaching safe and efficient operation of manual transmission commercial trucks using proper shifting techniques, including double-clutching and progressive shifting. It supports CDL candidates and CDL holders removing a manual transmission restriction in improving vehicle control, fuel-efficient driving habits, and confidence in real-world road and yard maneuvers.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMMERCI 10458102 - Truck Driving 3 with grade greater than or equal to C (Post Secondary Grading Scheme).

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This table provides a quick look at how this course is being offered. Please note that course section availability, dates, times, instruction modes and locations are subject to change, so be sure to confirm details closer to registration.

Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
10 Spring
Open
Mar 23 –
May 22
 Mar 28 In-Person Open Labs CDL/Transportation Building
Mar 23 – May 22
-
CDL101 - Classroom - CDL/Transportation Building
Howard Pulkowski
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