Truck Driver Training 160 Hours
Issued by
Harper College Continuing Education
Badge earners complete the Illinois 160 training hour requirement and receive their CDL A license. Outcomes include passing the permit test, conducting pre-trip inspections, yard skills practice, highway driving and road tests. Students demonstrate the CDL laws, use of controls, safe driving techniques and defensive driving.
Additional DetailsEarning Criteria
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Complete all state licensing requirements
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Identify in-depth regulatory compliance
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Analyze the drivers role in CSA
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Identify potential liabilities and exposures in highway transportation
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Pass the General Knowledge, Combination, and Air Brakes exams as prescribed by the FMCSA
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Pass the State of Illinois permit exam
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Demonstrate proficiency at identifying vehicle systems and defects for pre-trip inspection
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Demonstrate skills in handling truck during yard practice
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Demonstrate skills of safe and defensive on-the-road driving
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Obtain an Illinois Commercial Drivers License
Standards
The Secretary of State manages one of the largest computer databases in Illinois, keeping track of approximately 8.7 million drivers; 11 million registered vehicles; 466,000 corporations; 230,000 limited liability entities; 159,000 registered securities sales-persons; and 16,000 investment advisor representatives.