Two years of on-the-road driving experience.Course Credential Standard: Credentials other than the program/discipline standard that may appropriately qualify one to teach a specific course. Examples might include a licensure, certification, specialty coursework, etc. specific to the single course.Program/Discipline Credential Standard: The credential standard that applies to most courses in a given program or discipline. All faculty teaching liberal arts courses and all full time faculty members must meet program/discipline credential standards.
**This course is 16 weeks, meeting Tuesday and Thursday nights and Saturdays.**
Students will have 160 hours of training, which prepares students to become Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders. A combination of operating observation/lab classroom and behind-the-wheel skill development. This course provides a fundamental working knowledge of the varied aspects of the trucking industry. It prepares students for an entry-level position as a tractor-trailer driver with a trucking company. Students will become familiar with the industry's rules and regulations and experience hands-on driving techniques to prepare them to pass the written and practical portions of the State of Indiana's Class A CDL test.
FYI: Drive-time Instruction occurs at 4101 S. Cowan Road in Muncie and Classroom Instruction occurs at either the same location or at the 4301 S. Cowan Road building on the campus, which is within walking distance. (Misc charges: DAC MVR $15.00; DOT Physical $85.00; Drug Screen $45.00 - 75.00; CDL Permit $45.00; Background Check: $75.00;CDL Skills $100.00.)
A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. Minimum 21 years of age or older to drive across state lines. Applicants under 21 must drive in their state of domicile only—the ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen. English proficiency demonstrated through the TOEFL exam, if applicable. An acceptable criminal background check.
One week prior to the start of class.