Course Outline

Yard and Road Skills

• Pre-trip Inspection
• Couple/Uncouple
• Straight Backing
• 45 Degree Backing
• 90 Degree Backing
• Parallel Parking
• Blindside Backing
• Serpentine Backing
• Shifting
• Double Clutching
• Turns
• Hazard Perception
• Uphill/Downhill
• Ramps
• Lane Changes
• Space Management
• Secretary of State Class A Skill Test

Classroom

• Orientation
• CDL Permit Study
• Endorsement Study
• Job Procurement
• Log Book, Hours of Service
• DOT Regulations
• Night Operation
• Extreme Driving Conditions
• Railroad Crossing Safety
• Accident Reports
• Double Trailers