Commercial Driving (458)
458-341. Truck Driving as a Profession. (4 Credits)
Study the laws pertaining to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Gain an understanding of the paperwork associated with the trucking industry. Learn about trip planning, hours of service, and gain basic driving experience by using simulators.
Prerequisites: (458-345 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D- and 458-342 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of D-)
458-342. Truck Driving-Basic Experience. (4 Credits)
Learn about loading procedures, weight distribution techniques and security issues. Explore how to properly inspect and safely operate a CMV driving in controlled settings.
Prerequisites: (458-347 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-348 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- or 458-341 with a minimum grade of B-) and 458-345 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-
458-345. Truck Driving Road Experience. (4 Credits)
Focus on trip planning, loading procedures, weight distribution techniques, security issues, operational skills and behind-the-wheel instruction of a professional truck driver.
Prerequisites: (458-347 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-348 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- or 458-341 with a minimum grade of B-) and 458-342 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-
458-347. Truck Driving Theory. (2 Credits)
Study the laws pertaining to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Gain an understanding of the paperwork associated with the trucking industry. Learn about trip planning.
458-348. Truck Driving Fundamentals. (2 Credits)
Study hours of service, practice trip planning and gain basic driving experience by using simulators.
Prerequisites: 458-347 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-
458-350. CDL Learner's Permit Prep. (1 Credit)
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the rules and regulations governing commercial driving, including federal and state laws, safety protocols and best practices for operating large vehicles. Prepare for your Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) written test in air brakes, general knowledge and combination vehicle.
458-351. Truck Driving Basic Knowledge. (1 Credit)
Study the laws pertaining to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) along with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) information. Gain an understanding of the professional documentation associated with the trucking industry.
Prerequisites: (458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-352. Basic Ops - Manual Trans. (1 Credit)
Learn basic shifting techniques progressing through various levels of shifting simulation, then practice learned shifting techniques in a controlled environment.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-353. Basic Ops - Commercial Vehicle. (1 Credit)
Understand and practice proper techniques for coupling/uncoupling a Class A commercial combination vehicle, along with basic backing exercises.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-354. Basic Backing Techniques. (1 Credit)
Build backing skills, including straight-line, off-set left and off-set right backing techniques.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-355. Advanced Backing Techniques. (1 Credit)
Continue to build backing skills, including left and right parallel parking, and 45-degree and 90-degree backing techniques.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 with a minimum grade of B-)
458-356. Vehicle Systems & Inspection. (1 Credit)
Learn to identify and diagnose malfunctions on a Class A commercial combination vehicle. Learn how to conduct a proper pre-trip, during-trip and post-trip inspection, as well as sliding tandems and a variety of vehicle technologies.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-357. General Driving Techniques. (1 Credit)
Begin behind-the-wheel activities in a Class A commercial combination vehicle on a public roadway in a variety of situations. Practice lane changes, on/off ramps, interstate driving and railroad crossings. Gain an introduction to CDL test items.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-358. Turning Techniques. (1 Credit)
Continue behind-the-wheel activities in a Class A commercial combination vehicle on a public roadway, focusing on roundabouts and turns.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-359 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-359. Adv Operation of Manual Trans. (1 Credit)
Further your knowledge of operating procedures with behind-the-wheel activities to prepare for driving, night operation, extreme driving conditions, skid control/recovery and emergency maneuvers. Learn ways to avoid distracted driving and hazards.
Prerequisites: (458-351 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-352 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-353 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-354 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-355 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-356 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-357 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B- and 458-358 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of B-)
458-365. Updating Current CDL Skills. (1 Credit)
Designed for former WCTC Truck Driving students who need additional experience, this course provides hands-on practice in shifting, backing and/or road driving. A driving assessment and DOT drug test are required before beginning road driving.
458-366. Renewing Basic CDL Skills. (2 Credits)
This course is designed for holders of a valid CDL looking to renew their skills in shifting, backing and road driving. A driving assessment and DOT drug test are required before beginning road driving.
458-367. CDL Manual Shifting Training. (1 Credit)
Designed for drivers with a valid CDL with an automated restriction, this course provides instruction and practice in manual shifting techniques. A CDL road test will be administered to lift the automated restriction, and a DOT drug test is required before beginning road driving.
458-402. Class B Truck Driver Training. (0.6 Credits)
Course content covers knowledge and skills associated with Department of Transportation-approved procedures for pre-trip inspection and brake testing for Class B CDL.
458-402A. Truck Dr Trng Class B Permit. (0.4 Credits)
To prepare learners for a Class B CDL permit.
458-406. CDL Class-B Commercial. (4 Credits)
Prepare to drive non-combination vehicles, such as short-haul delivery trucks, construction and excavating vehicles, and trucks used in sand mining, concrete or other similar industries. Upon successfully completing this course, have an opportunity to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License.
458-410. CDL-B to CDL-A w/Restrictions. (2 Credits)
This course will focus on loading procedures, weight distribution techniques, security issues, operational skills and behind-the-wheel instruction of a professional truck driver in a Class A truck with an automatic transmission pulling a trailer. At end of class, students will be able to sign up to test for their CDL-A license with restrictions. This course requires the student have a current Class B license (earned prior to February 7, 2022), a current Fed-Med card, and a Current Class A permit from the DMV. The course fees do not include CDL testing fees or a DOT Approved Drug Test (required prior to the start of class).
458-411. Haz Mat Endorsement for CDL. (0.8 Credits)
This workshop satisfies the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) rule requirements necessary to obtain your Hazardous Material Endorsement (HME or Hazmat). If the commercial motor vehicle that you drive requires placards, you are required to hold a Commercial Driver’s License with a Hazardous Material Endorsement. This workshop will help you prepare for the knowledge-based quiz conducted by the DMV.
458-412. Class B CDL - Commercial. (2.4 Credits)
Learn the concepts of theory, range and road per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Entry-Level Driver Training requirements. Upon successfully completing this course, have an opportunity to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License.
458-440. Truck Driver Refresher. (1 Credit)
Focus on operational skills and behind-the-wheel instruction of a professional truck driver.
Prerequisites: 458-345 with a minimum grade of C-
458-441. Class B CDL Training. (0.4 Credits)
Gain knowledge and skills associated with Department of Transportation-approved procedures for pre-trip inspection and brake testing for Class B CDL.