TRK 180 — Truck Driver Training: Fundamentals
This course is designed to provide basic information needed by an entry-level truck driver. Presents an overview of truck transportation, a description of truck systems and how they work, and basic defensive driving skills. Vehicle braking and electrical, mechanical, and air systems will be emphasized, as well as Department of Transpor- tation’s (D.O.T.) rules and regulations, logs, and legal topics of interest to trucking and transportation. Additional topics include defensive driving, cargo handling, human traf- ficking, and other closely related topics as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.