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Program Requirements

Program Requirements

Truck Driving

Technical Diploma 30-458-1

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Start Dates: August, January, June

Effective: August 2025

First Semester

Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
458-341 Truck Driving 1 4 Program student; Corequisite: 458-342, 458-343, 458-344 Covers the laws pertaining to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). This course also focuses on how to properly inspect a CMV and how to operate one safely. Each student progresses according to his or her own abilities with the assistance of an instructor. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
Course #: 458-341
Title: Truck Driving 1
Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 458-342, 458-343, 458-344 Covers the laws pertaining to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). This course also focuses on how to properly inspect a CMV and how to operate one safely. Each student progresses according to his or her own abilities with the assistance of an instructor. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
458-342 Truck Driving 2 3 Program student; Corequisite: 458-341, 458-343, 458-344 Focuses on understanding the paperwork connected with the trucking industry. This course also covers communication skills and security issues. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
Course #: 458-342
Title: Truck Driving 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 458-341, 458-343, 458-344 Focuses on understanding the paperwork connected with the trucking industry. This course also covers communication skills and security issues. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
458-343 Truck Driving 3 3 Program student; Corequisite: 458-341, 458-342, 458-344 Further prepares students to obtain a commercial driver's license. Learners have the opportunity to plan trips and manage loading procedures. Weight distribution techniques and security issues are also discussed. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
Course #: 458-343
Title: Truck Driving 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 458-341, 458-342, 458-344 Further prepares students to obtain a commercial driver's license. Learners have the opportunity to plan trips and manage loading procedures. Weight distribution techniques and security issues are also discussed. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
458-344 Truck Driving 4 2 Program student; Corequisite: 458-341, 458-342, 458-343 Focuses on continuous improvement. This course is designed for students who have successfully obtained a commercial driver's license. Operating skills and the role of a professional truck driver are stressed. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
Course #: 458-344
Title: Truck Driving 4
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; Corequisite: 458-341, 458-342, 458-343 Focuses on continuous improvement. This course is designed for students who have successfully obtained a commercial driver's license. Operating skills and the role of a professional truck driver are stressed. Student must be 18 years of age when class begins. This course is not eligible for financial aid.
  Total Credits: 12  
Total Credits: 12

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Minimum Program Credits Required: 12

Must receive a passing grade on all program courses to meet graduation requirements
If a student does not enroll in any courses at CVTC for two or more consecutive semesters, the student will be required to reapply with Admissions. Students must abide by any changes in admission requirements and degree requirements.

Updated: 6/20/2025 7:40 a.m.  |  Printed: 8/2/2025 8:13 p.m.

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