Professional Truck Driving II

Published or Revised August 20, 2024

Students will receive 150 clock hours of behind the wheel training and observation. This instruction includes straight-line backing, alley docking, off-set backing, parallel parking, coupling & uncoupling, 8-step brake test and pre-trip inspection. Students will practice the proper methods of: shifting techniques; approaching intersections; left and right hand turns; entering and exiting freeway ramps; and using mirrors while driving both forward and backwards. Students will be required to maintain a Driver’s Daily Log.

Progress will be documented daily. On the last day of class, the student will be given a driver’s certification road test. Students must successfully achieve this certification to be eligible to attempt the final DOT skills test. This course includes fees to take the Commercial Drivers License Driving Skills test.  Students will be responsible for the cost of their Commercial Drivers license. Paris Junior College is a Certified Third Party Evaluator.

NOTE: Times May Vary. Pre-Requisite:  Current Class A Learners Permit and Medical Card.  (CVOP1040-Professional Truck Driver II)

Fee: $3,750 (150 Hours)

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