Objective
The graduate of the program will learn the skills required to become an entry level commercial truck driver.
Overview
The program covers the laws and regulations governing the trucking industry and the role and the responsibilities of the truck driver. The practical component of the course will prepare an individual to pass the Ministry of Transportation Road Test and Air Brake Endorsement (Z) and then to succeed in the industry based road test. The graduate will have the skills required to work and succeed in the trucking industry.
Course Content
- In-class training & practical training for Air Brake, video study and simulations, hours of service (Log Book), map reading, transportation of dangerous goods, handling of cargo, trip planning, tractor-trailer driver handbook/workbook, reviewing & final testing.
- Practical worl experience such as, in cab check, progressive shifting, clutch brake, double clutching, brake checks, road driving, safe turns & lane positioning, city and outside city driving, merging and exiting highways and road test preparation.
- Yard Training - Truck familiarization, under hood inspection, pre-trip inspection on truck and trailer, post trip inspection, coupling & uncoupling, backing, startegies for confined spaces.
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will receive the following:
- MTO Class A Driver's License
- MTO Air Brake (Z) Endorsement & Certificate
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