ENTRY-LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING (CDL A)

Theory Instruction Curriculum

Total Length: 10 hours 55 minutes

Cost: $250

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Course Disclaimer: This online ELDT (CDL A) courses is designed to satisfy the FMCSA’s mandated theory instruction portion of the entry-level driver training (ELDT) requirements. There are 48 mandatory courses within the CDL A curriculum. The mandatory courses must be completed with scores of at least 80 percent to satisfy the theory portion of the ELDT requirements.

Couse Details

Mandatory Training Modules include:

Basic Operation

  • Orientation
  • Control Systems/Dashboard
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: Pre-Trip Engine
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: Pre-Trip In-Vehicle
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: Pre-Trip Walk-Around
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: Pre-Trip Lights
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: Pre-Trip Brake Systems
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: On-the Road Inspection
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: Post-Trip Inspection
  • Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections: Vehicle Inspection Basics
  • Basic Controls
  • Shifting/Operating Transmissions
  • Backing and Docking
  • Coupling Trailers
  • Uncoupling Trailers

Safe Operating Procedures

  • Visual Search
  • Communication
  • Distracted Driving
  • Speed Management
  • Space Management
  • Night Operation
  • Extreme Driving Conditions: Extreme Driving Conditions
  • Extreme Driving Conditions: Mountain Driving
  • Extreme Driving Conditions: Preparing for Extreme Driving Conditions

Advanced Operating Practices

  • Hazard Perception
  • Skid Control: Driving Emergencies
  • Skid Control: Skid Control and Prevention
  • Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings

Vehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunction

  • Identifying Engine Compartment Defects
  • Identifying Frame, Axle, and Suspension Defects
  • Identifying Wheel and Tire Defects
  • Identifying Brake Defects
  • Identifying Steering and Coupling Defects
  • Identifying Drive Train Defects

Non-Driving Activities

  • Roadside Inspections
  • Maintenance
  • Handling and Documenting Cargo
  • Environmental Compliance Issues
  • Hours of Service Requirements: Working Time
  • Hours of Service Requirements: Short-Haul Rules
  • Hours of Service Requirements: Record of Duty Status
  • Fatigue and Wellness Awareness
  • Post-Crash Procedures
  • External Communications
  • Whistleblower/Coercion
  • Trip Planning
  • Drugs/Alcohol
  • Medical Requirements