TRKDR 106 - Truck Driver Training

Institution:

Skagit Valley College

Subject:

Description:

Entry-level training for long-haul truck driving jobs and commercial driving license testing. Topics include basics of trucking industry and trucking equipment; inspection of equipment, mechanical components, brake adjustment, preventative maintenance, servicing, defensive driving techniques, cargo loading, securing load, documentation, map reading, DOT log books, trip planning, accident and fire prevention, reporting, hazardous material transportation and documentation. Study of federal and state laws and regulations, reports, employer/ employee relations, tractor and trailer maintenance, and truck maintenance.

Credits:

6.00

Credit Hours:

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Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.skagit.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 416-7600

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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