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Commercial Driving - Class A, TCC (CT61) Technical Certificate of Credit
Required Prerequisites
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.
This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.
Program Outcomes: This program prepares graduates for careers in trucking and transportation. They will excel in communication with company personnel, conduct thorough vehicle and load inspections, plan routes effectively, and drive tractor-trailers safely on all road types. Graduates will also master FMCSA regulations, ensuring compliance and safety in their professional operations.
Careers: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers; Commercial Truck Driver
Length of Program: 1 Term
Admission Requirements:
- General College Admissions and Placement
- Be at least 18 years of age
- This program does NOT require a HS diploma or GED
- Potential applicants who do not have a high school diploma or equivalent must document at least two (2) years of successful performance within a specific field by completing and submitting the Experience Worker Certification Form to documents@wiregrass.edu
- All registration holds must be cleared for registration eligibility.
Program-Specific Admission Requirements:
- Commercial Truck Driving is a limited-entry program and students are selected for registration on a first-come, first serve basis after the following steps are completed. Admissions to the college does not guarantee enrollment (registration) in the CTDL classes.
- Submit a Wiregrass Application
- Submit the following documents to the CDL Document Upload Form
- Valid Class-C Driver’s License
- Valid Class A CDL Learner’s Permit
- Obtain a Georgia Commercial Driver Manual from the DMV office. Study for your Learner’s Permit. Start studying the following as soon as possible: Air Brakes, Driving Safely, Transporting Cargo Safely, and Combination Vehicles. Also look over Doubles, Triples, and Tank Vehicles.
- DOT Physical Card – do not upload the long medical form
- While any physician may be used for the DOT physical, he/she must be registered under the Department of Transportation. The following two locations can complete DOT physicals:
- Airport Medical: 704 Gil Harbin Industrial Blvd, Valdosta, GA 31601, 229-242-9003
- Apple Care: 903 Ward Street W, Douglas, GA 31533, 912-260-1191
- While any physician may be used for the DOT physical, he/she must be registered under the Department of Transportation. The following two locations can complete DOT physicals:
Program Information:
- The Commercial Truck Driving Program is 8 weeks long, with day and evening cohorts.
- Day courses are held Mon-Thurs 8:00AM-4:00PM
- Night Courses are held Mon-Thurs 5:00PM-10:00PM & Sat 8:00AM-5:00PM
- Students 18-20 years old may enroll in the program; however, they are only allowed to drive a commercial truck in the state of Georgia.
- After completing the Program-Specific Admission Requirements previously listed, students are encouraged to complete the following actions so they are ready to begin the program should they be selected for registration:
- Apply for Financial Aid using the GSFAPPS HOPE application
- Start the WIOA application process by completing the WIOA Questionnaire (optional)
- Set up Nelnet payment plan for remaining balance once you are registered for classes, if needed.
- Nelnet instructions and deadlines found here – http://mycollegepaymentplan.com/wiregrass/
- Students selected for registration:
- Must register for and clear the Federal Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Background Check, and submit their Class A CDL Learner’s Permit, DOT Physical Card, and a 7-Year MVR record to the course instructor on the first day of class.
- The 7-Year MVR Report must not be requested more than 30 days before the first day of class,
- Must not have in excess of 8 current points,
- Must not have 4 or more moving violations in one year, and
- Must not have any DUI’s within the previous 3 years.
- The 7-Year MVR Report must not be requested more than 30 days before the first day of class,
- Will be required to complete a DOT drug screen and will be instructed to do so by the course instructor.
- Must pay the surcharge fee by the 6th day to continue into CTDL 1021/1031.
- Must register for and clear the Federal Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Background Check, and submit their Class A CDL Learner’s Permit, DOT Physical Card, and a 7-Year MVR record to the course instructor on the first day of class.
- Upon program completion, students will take the Georgia CDL Skills Exam for a Class A or Class A automatic restricted license. Students have two attempts to successfuly complete the exam. Beginning with the third attempt, students will be required to complete three hours of driving/training remediation before reattempting the CDL licensure exam. This driving/training remediation will be provided Wiregrass faculty on a scheduled Friday. The Economic Development office will make the arrangements for the driving/training remediation. The fee for the driving/training remediation is $150. This fee includes the CDL licensure exam. The fee is to be paid through the Economic Development office.
Additional Resources
Please contact Mark Clark for more information or assistance: mary.clark@wiregrass.edu
| Occupational Courses | 9 |
|---|---|
| CTDL 1010Fundamentals of Commercial Driving
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None 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. |
3 |
| Vehicle Basic Operation and Range Work or Internship I: Choose One of the Following (3 Hours) | 3 |
| CTDL 1021Combination Vehicle Basic Operation and Range Work
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): CTDL 1010 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
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): CTDL 1010 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 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 |
| Vehicle Advanced Operation and Range Work or Internship II: Choose One of the Following (3 Hours) | 3 |
| CTDL 1031Combination Vehicle Advanced Operations
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None 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
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): CTDL 1022 Advanced Operations develops 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 |
Faculty
Commercial Truck Driving Program Coordinator
Coffee Campus
Commercial Truck Driving Instructor
Valdosta Campus
Commercial Truck Driving Evening Instructor
Valdosta Campus
Commercial Truck Driving Instructor Extended Day
Coffee Campus
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