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Bloomsburg University CDL Class A Prep Course 172-Hour Course Outline
Revised 05/10/07
Course Overview:
The 172-hour Commercial Driver's License Prep Course is designed to prepare you to take and pass your State CDL written and skills tests.
Module 1: Basic Operations is classroom instruction, taught using visual aids and handouts, with instructor lecturing using the Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's Manual along with the Tractor-Trailer Handbook/Workbook. There are daily homework assignments and CDL practice tests, as well as module tests, which make up 75% of the classroom grade. The remaining 25% of the grade is based on classroom participation. At the end of Module 1, you will be referred to a testing facility to take your state-administered CDL written tests.
Module II: Basic Control Skills I will introduce you to the four basic skills: (1) Straight Line Backing, (2 and 3) Sightside and Blindside Backing, and (4) the Alley Dock. You will also practice proper shifting techniques on the range prior to entering the road. The majority of the time will be spent continuously practicing the control skills needed to pass the CDL driving test.
Module III: Vehicle Control Skills II will run concurrently with Module II. You will alternate between range activities and driving on the road. In this module you will be taught and must demonstrate safe driving practices in preparation for your Class A CDL Road Skills Test. Your range and road skills will be tested prior to taking your Class A CDL Skills Tests.
| Instructional Materials: | Student Materials: |
| *CDL Class A Prep Instructor's manual | *Notebook and Pencils |
| *Commercial Driver's Manual | *Driver's logbook |
| *Tractor-Trailer Handbook/Workbook | *Trucker's Atlas |
| *Overhead Projector | *Tractor-Trailer Handbook |
| *Overheads for each lesson | *Handouts and Homework |
| *Keller 7-minute videos | *FMCSR Book |
| *Daily Log video | *Hazardous Material Handbook |
| *Smith System-5 keys for safety | *Commercial Driver's Manual |
| *Video Player and Monitor | *Road Athlete System |
| *National Safety Council- Defensive Driving Certification |
PREREQUISITES: You must take and pass a DOT Physical and Drug Test and have a Class A CDL Permit or Knowledge Test Authorization (KTA) from your home state. .
Bloomsburg University Cdl Class A Prep Course Program Description
Revised 05/10/07
Module I-Basic Operation
| 1.1 | Introduction to the CDL for Drivers | 5.0 hours |
| 1.2 | Combination Vehicles | 5.0 |
| 1.3 | Airbrakes/Vehicle Systems | 5.0 |
| 1.4 | Transporting Cargo Safely | 15.0 |
| Cargo Documentation and Handling 3.0 | ||
| 1.6 | Hours of Service | 10.0 |
| 1.7 | Trip Planning | 10.0 |
| 1.8 | Pre-Trip, Enroute and Post-Trip Inspections | 5.0 |
| 1.9 | Life on the Road/Public Relations | 2.0 |
| 1.10 | Recognizing and Reporting Malfunctions | 2.0 |
| 1.11 What to do at the Scene of the Accident 5.0 | ||
| 1.12 National Safety Council Defensive Driving Certification | 5.0 | |
| 1.13 | "Highway Watch" Certification | 3.0 |
| Total Clock Hours--*** Classroom*** 75.0 |
Module II-Basic Vehicle Control Skills I
| 2.1 | Straight Line backing | 10.0 hours |
| 2.2 | Coupling and Uncoupling | 2.0 |
| 2.3 | Shifting | 3.0 |
| 2.4 | Alley Dock | 10.0 |
| 2.5 | Sightside Parallel Park | 5.0 |
| 2.6 | Blindside Parallel Park | 5.0 |
| 2.7 | CDL Skills Prep | 38.0 |
| Total Clock Hours/ Lab | 73.0 |
Module III-Basic Vehicle Control Skills II
| Demonstrate Proper Lane Control | |
| Demonstrate Proper Start-up and Braking | |
| Demonstrate Proper Speed and Space Management | |
| Demonstrate the 5 Keys of the Smith System/Defensive Driving | |
| CDL Road Test Prep | |
| Total Clock Hours/ Road 24.0 |
Total Course Hours 172.0
Bloomsburg University CDL Class B Prep Course 80-Hour Course Outline
Revised 05/10/07
Course Overview:
In this course, you will obtain the skills necessary to obtain a Class B Commercial Drivers License/CDL. Upon completion of the course, you will be capable of obtaining entry-level employment as a Class B driver (straight truck or passenger bus).
Module 1: Basic Operations is taught using visual aids and handouts, with Instructor lecturing using the Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's Manual along with the Tractor-Trailer Handbook/Workbook. You will complete daily homework assignments, CDL practice tests, and module tests, which make up 75% of the classroom grade. The remaining 25% of the grade is based on classroom participation. At the end of Module 1, you will be referred to a testing facility to take your state-administered CDL written tests.
Module II: Basic Control Skills I will introduce you to the four basic skills: (1) Straight Line Backing, (2 and 3) Sightside and Blindside Backing, and (4) the Alley Dock. You will also practice proper shifting techniques on the range prior to entering the road. The majority of the time will be spent continuously practicing the control skills needed to pass the CDL test.
Module III: Vehicle Control Skills II will run concurrently with Module II, alternating between the range and road activities. In this module you will be taught and must demonstrate safe driving practices in preparation for your Class B CDL Road Skills Test. Your range and road skills will be tested prior to taking your Class B CDL Skills Tests.
| Instructional Materials: | Student Materials: |
| *CDL Class B Prep Instructor's manual | *Notebook and Pencils |
| *Commercial Driver's Manual | *Trucker's Atlas |
| *Tractor-Trailer Handbook/Workbook | *Straight Truck Handbook |
| *Overhead Projector | *Handouts and Homework |
| *Overheads for each lesson | *FMCSR Book |
| *Keller 7-minute videos | *Hazardous Material Handbook |
| *Daily Log video | *Commercial Driver's Manual |
| *Smith System-5 keys for safety | *Road Athlete System |
| *Video Player and Monitor | *National Safety Council- Defensive Driving Certification |
Prerequisites: You must take and pass a DOT Physical and Drug Test and have a Class B CDL Permit or Knowledge Test Authorization (KTA) from your home state.
Bloomsburg University Cdl Class B Prep Course
Program Description
Revised 05/10/07
Module I-Basic Operation
| Introduction to the CDL for Drivers | ||
| Airbrakes/Vehicle Systems | ||
| Transporting Cargo Safely | ||
| Cargo Documentation and Handling | ||
| Pre-Trip, Enroute and Post-Trip Inspections | ||
| Life on the Road/Public Relations | ||
| Recognizing and Reporting Malfunctions | ||
| What to do at the Scene of the Accident | ||
| National Safety Council Defensive Driving Certification |
"Highway Watch" Certification
| Total Clock Hours--*** Classroom*** | 40 |
Module II-Basic Vehicle Control Skills I
| Shifting | ||
| Straight Line backing | ||
| Alley Dock | ||
| Sightside Parallel Park | ||
| Blindside Parallel Park | ||
| CDL Skills Prep | ||
| Total Clock Hours/ Lab | 15 |
Module III Basic Vehicle Control Skills Ii
| Demonstrate Proper Lane Control | ||
| Demonstrate Proper Start-up and Braking | ||
| Demonstrate Proper Speed and Space Management | ||
| Demonstrate the 5 Keys of the Smith System/Defensive Driving | ||
| CDL Road Test Prep | ||
| Total Clock Hours/ Road | 25 |
Total Course Hours 80