NWCCD 2023-2024 Catalog 
    
    Nov 25, 2024  
NWCCD 2023-2024 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

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CMV 1500 - CMV Entry Level Driver Training


This course provides students with the content information necessary to prepare for the Commercial Learner’s Permit.  This course provides an overview of the qualifications, restrictions, required tests, services, fees and processes for obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL).  In addition, this course will identify the CDL classifications (A: Combination Vehicles, B:Heavy Straight Vehicles, C: Small passenger vehicles) and the various endorsements which may be obtained (Passenger, Bus, Tank Vehicle, Double & Triple Trailers). This course provides the student with a basic overview of commercial motor vehicle operations.  General overview of conducting vehicle inspection, recognizing, and reporting malfunctions, basic vehicle control elements (steering, acceleration, backing, stopping, shifting). The different types of transmissions (standard, automatic) and dealing with aggressive drives, night driving and hazardous road conditions. 
Minimum Credits: 3
Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory



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