2015-2016 Catalog

DESL 1320 Truck Driver CDL Training II

4.0 - 16.0 - 9.0

Prerequisite

(3) DESL 1310; possession of a CDL learner's permit; and possession of a valid driver's license - must be completed prior to taking this course.

Corequisite

(1) EMSP 1010 - must be taken at the same time as this course.

Course Description

During this advanced stage, training includes instruction and hands-on experience in safely driving and backing a Class A combination vehicle. Students complete EMSP 1010 while attending the DESL 1320 course. Students also participate in a professional defensive driving course and have the opportunity to drive on short road trips. This course prepares students to take the DMV CDL exam, which upon passing qualifies students to operate a Class A commercial vehicle.