Commercial Vehicle Operator (49.0205)

Overview

Program Coordinator:   Misty Slayer (mistyslayer@cltcc.edu)

Program Description: 

The truck driving training program provides graduates with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. Students are thoroughly tested on the road and through written exams to ensure that they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles.

The Class “A” Commercial Drivers License (CDL) course provides students with training to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and assume driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers and motor carrier safety regulations and certification.

 

Admissions requirement:

  • Valid Louisiana Driver’s License
  • Minimum age of 18

 

ACCUPALCER Test Score not required 

 

The Commercial Vehicle Operator program's total tuition/fees is $6,200

 

Requirements within the first week:

  • Physical Exam
  • Pass a Drug Test
  • Obtain Louisiana CDL Permit

 

Employment Requirements:

  • Students must pass the Louisianan CDL Class A examination
  • Graduates less than 21years of age are limited to in-state driving

 

Employers may require a:

  • Clean motor vehicle record
  • Pass a drug screen

Certificate

Commercial Vehicle Operator

Program Curriculum

 

Week

Course Description

Clock Hours

CVO-1

Overview rules, regulations, traffic laws, permit prep

40

CVO-2

Pre-trip inspection/Simulator training: student acclimate to truck handling

40

CVO-3

Tractor maneuvers [bobtailing, shifting]

40

CVO-4

Backing

40

CVO-5

Road skills with Tractor and Trailer

40

CVO-6

Comprehensive Critique

40

 

CERTIFICATE – COMMERCIAL VEHICLE OPERATOR

240