Description
This course teaches the knowledge and skills to prepare students for driving over-the-road Class A tractor/trailer combination vehicles and consists of theory and behind-the-wheel instruction. Topics covered include basic vehicle operation, safe operating procedures, vehicle systems, vehicle inspection, backing, and vehicle controls. Western Dakota Technical College is a registered training provider of Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This program meets ELDT requirements for both theory and behind-the-wheel instruction. Upon successful completion of the course, students will take a third-party driving exam to obtain their Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL).