About
The Truck Driving program prepares students to pass the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test. The program includes instruction in Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, as well as, logging procedures required by DOT and the trucking industry. The course provides actual experience in backing, driving on secondary roads, interstate roads, highways, and city streets. Students may apply to the program without their CDL permit.
Class Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 2:30 PM
* Skills day class times are 8 AM to 5 PM.
Overview
Information | Detail |
---|---|
Time Commitment | Part Time |
Typical Program Length | 2 Months |
Clock Hours | 222 |
Class Type | Day |
Credentials | Certificate |
Total Tuition/Fees | $1,937.00 |
Textbook/Supplies Cost | $343.00 |
Program Credentials
- Complete Application for Enrollment online
- Complete the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online – the website is www.fafsa.ed.gov and our school code is 004025.
- Complete and submit a Department of Transportation Physical (DOT Physical)—A DOT physical examination must be conducted by a licensed “medical examiner”. To schedule this you may contact your primary care provider to schedule an appointment but be sure you request a DOT physical since it is specific to the industry. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) form called the Medical Examination Report for Commercial Driver Fitness Determination is used for the DOT physical and does evaluate if an individual is physically qualified to drive a motor vehicle. In some cases a Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) Examination may be required with the DOT physical. For more information please refer to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration at http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/.
- Provide a copy of valid drivers license
Program Start Date | End Date | Training Days |
December 14, 2020 | February 1, 2021 | 32 |
January 11, 2021 | February 23, 2021 | 32 |
Feburary 2, 2021 | March 17, 2021 | 32 |
February 24, 2021 | April 8, 2021 | 32 |
March 18, 2021 | April 30, 2021 | 32 |
April 12, 2021 | May 25, 2021 | 32 |
Campus Locations
1100 Liberty Street
Knoxville, TN 37919
Job Duties
Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight GVW , primarily to deliver or pick up merchandise or to deliver packages. May load and unload vehicle.
Job Outlook
Bright Outlook: Yes
Currently employed in the area: 20,690
Current job openings per year: 2,310