This course introduces students to the fundamentals of becoming a professional commercial motor vehicle driver. Topics include orientation, control systems, vehicle inspections and reporting, basic control, shifting, backing, coupling and uncoupling, proficiency development, and special rigs. Upon completion, the student should demonstrate proficiency in skill field tasks and pre-trip inspections to Commercial Drivers License standards. Students must obtain a Commerial Learner Driver License before being allowed to operate a vehicle. Contact the instructor for requirements for obtaining this license.
Corequisites
TRK 112, TRK 113.