Commercial Driving-Class A, TCC (CT61) (490205) Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Tifton, Bainbridge

The Commercial Driving - Class A certificate program provides basic training in the principles and skills of commercial truck operation. Safe operating practices are integrated into the development of driving skills on the road. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in required behind-the-wheel (BTW) skills such as operating a commercial vehicle safely on public roads through a variety of maneuvers. At the completion of the program, the student is administered the Georgia CDL Skills Exam for a Class A or Class A automatic restricted license.

External Standards: All students who enter the Commercial Truck Driver training program are subject to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) as they apply to the professional driver. Each student’s file must contain copies of the driver’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), DOT Physical, and a NIDA 5 DOT drug screen before they can operate a commercial vehicle on public roads. All CDL testing is done under contract with the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS). CDL testing is administered by DDS certified 3rd party examiners under the direction of the Georgia DDS. Each testing location is randomly audited several times each year to ensure compliance.

Length of Program: 10 weeks

Entrance Date: Every 5 weeks within each semester

Entrance Requirements: Refer to Admission criteria. Click for Entrance Score Requirements.

Length of Program: 10 Weeks

Age: Must be 18 years of age or older.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is not required for application, admission, or graduation.

Advisor: A Program Advisor must be consulted prior to enrolling in the Commercial Driving program. An advisor will be assigned by admissions.

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
Drug and Alcohol Brochure for Drivers

Additional CTD Admission Requirements: In addition to completing all SRTC admissions procedures, all incoming commercial driving students must meet the following criteria:

Students under 21 years of age must complete an acknowledgement form stating that they understand the restrictions on employment and training opportunities in the trucking industry.
Students must provide a seven-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) from the Georgia Department of Driver Services. The MVR must be approved by the program advisor prior to registration.
Students must have a valid drivers license and have no more than four points or two moving violations in the last 12 months. Furthermore, applicants can have no more than one DUI, Controlled Substance, or Open Container conviction, and none in the past 5 years.
Students must have a Class A permit to register.
Students must adhere to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Therefore, random drug and alcohol testing is mandatory during the course of this program.

Please contact the Commercial Driving office for more information on these requirements.

This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant:
To qualify, a student must be fully admitted to the college and receive the HOPE Grant for the same term. The amount of the HOPE Career Grant award is a fixed amount for each term of enrollment: Commercial Driving = $1,100.00.

Program Final Exit Point: Commercial Driving, Technical Certificate of Credit.

Credits Required for Graduation: 9 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation.

Note: Credits from this program may be applied to a degree or a diploma program.

Cost

Fees: $724.00
Tuition: $1,188.00
Total: $1,912.00

Curriculum Outline (9 hours)

1: Occupational Courses (9 Hours)	9
CTDL 1010Fundamentals of Commercial Driving Pre-requisite(s): CDL Permit, as applicable for course selection and qualified 7-year Motor Vehicle Report Fundamentals of Commercial Driving introduces students to the transportation industry, federal and state regulations, records and forms, industrial relations, and other non-driving activities. This course provides an emphasis on safety that will continue throughout the program. : A CDL permit from the Georgia Department of Driver Services is required for this course.	3
And one of the following (3 Hours)	3
CTDL 1021Combination Vehicle Basic Operation and Range Work Pre-Requisite(s): Class A CDL Permit, CTDL 1010 Co-Requisite(s): CTDL 1031 This course familiarizes students with truck instruments and controls and performing basic maneuvers required to drive safely in a controlled environment and on the Driving Range. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in performing range operations such as operating a tractor trailer through clearance maneuvers, backing, turning, parallel parking and coupling/uncoupling.	3
CTDL 1022Commercial Driving Training Internship I Pre/Co-requisite(s): Advisor Approval, Class A or B CDL Permit, CTDL 1010, CTDL 1032 Commercial Driving Internship provides the opportunity for an individual to complete his/her basic operations training with their employer. This course is available for Class A or Class B commercial license. Basic operations familiarize students with truck instruments and controls and performing basic maneuvers required to drive safely in a controlled environment and on the Driving Range. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in performing range operations such as operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) through clearance maneuvers, backing, turning, parallel parking and coupling/uncoupling as applicable for the vehicle class. Internship training will be facilitated by an employer, the training hours will be documented, and proficiency will be signed off by the college ELDT partner.	3
And one of the following (3 Hours)	3
CTDL 1031Combination Vehicle Advanced Operations Pre-Requisite(s): Class A CDL Permit, CTDL 1010 Co-Requisite(s): CTDL 1021 Advanced Operations develops students’ driving skills under actual road conditions. The classroom part of the course stresses following safe operating practices. These safe operating practices are integrated into the development of driving skills on the road. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in required behind-the-wheel (BTW) skills such as operating a commercial vehicle safely on public roads through a variety of maneuvers.	3
CTDL 1032Commercial Driving Training Internship II Pre/Co-Requisite(s): Advisor Approval, Class A or B CDL Permit, CTDL 1010, CTDL 1022 Commercial Driving Internship provides the opportunity for an individual to complete his/her advanced operations training with their employer. This course is available for Class A or Class B commercial license. Advanced operations develop students' driving skills under actual road conditions. These safe operating practices are integrated into the development of driving skills on the road. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in required behind-the-wheel (BTW) skills such as operating a commercial vehicle safely on public roads through a variety of maneuvers. Internship training will be facilitated by an employer, the training hours will be documented, and proficiency will be signed off by the college ELDT partner.	3
CTDL 1035Combination Vehicle Advanced Operations/Automatic Advanced Operations develops students' driving skills under actual road conditions. The classroom part of the course stresses following safe operating practices. These safe operating practices are integrated into the development of driving skills on the road. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in required behind-the-wheel (BTW) skills such as operating a commercial vehicle safely on public roads through a variety of maneuvers.	3