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Dec 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Yavapai College Catalog
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CDT 250 - Commercial License Prep
Description: Preparation for the state commercial drivers license (CDL) permit exam covering the General Knowledge exam, Air Brake exam, and Combination exam. Includes hours of driver service, coupling and uncoupling a tractor and trailer, cargo handling, hazardous materials, pre-trip inspection, braking maneuvers, and trip planning. Following the AZ CDL Permit exam, topics include managing a professional driver's life, managing speed and space effectively, and road and weather condition response. Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid Driver's License (held for at least one year), pass a state-approved physical exam, and show proof of legal presence in the U.S. Students wishing to drive across state lines must be 21 years of age or older.
Credits: 1
Lecture: 1
Lab: 0
Course Content:
- Commercial vehicle systems
- Driver safety
- Commercial driving regulations and licensing
- On the Road Management (OTR)
- Pre-trip inspection
- Cargo
- Endorsements
Learning Outcomes:
- Pass the commercial driver license knowledge test and obtain a class A permit. (1-6)
- Describe the proper operation of an air brake system used on commercial vehicles. (1,2,5)
- Explain the method of completing a proper pre-trip inspection. (1-6)
- Identify and describe the proper method used to couple and uncouple a combination vehicle. (1-5)
- Summarize the proper method of cargo handling to ensure the safe operation of the delivery vehicle. (1-7).
- Explain additional testing requirements to add endorsements for hazardous materials, doubles and triples, and tanker.(1-7)
Required Assessment:
Complete CDL Permit, Pre-Trip and Operation Practice Practical Exams.
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