360 – Professional Commercial Driver Workforce Development Diploma Program – Class A(Manual / Automatic)
360 – Professional Commercial Driver Workforce Development Diploma Program – Class B(Manual / Automatic)
Program Curriculum Outline
Professional Diploma in Commercial Transportation Operations Professional Commercial Driver Workforce Development Diploma Program
This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to enter the commercial transportation industry. Training includes classroom instruction, range training, and behind-the-wheel (BTW) driving in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements.
(360 – Module Structured Training Program)
Program Curriculum Outline
Module 1: Orientation & Introduction to Trucking
o Program orientation and expectations.
o Overview of the trucking industry
o Roles and responsibilities of commercial drivers
o Introduction to commercial vehicle systems
Module 2: Vehicle Safety & DOT Compliance
o Vehicle safety protocols
o Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)
o Hours of Service (HOS)
o Driver responsibilities and compliance standards
Module 3: Pre-Trip Inspection Training
o Pre-trip inspection procedures
o Identification of vehicle components
o Hands-on inspection practice
o Safety defect recognition
Module 4: Basic Driving Skills
o Vehicle control systems
o Basic maneuvering techniques
o Backing and turning
o Range training (practical application)
Module 5: Defensive Driving & Maneuvering
o Defensive driving principles
o Hazard recognition
o Space management
o Safe driving practices in various environments
Module 6: Cargo Handling & Securement
o Cargo safety regulations
o Load securement techniques.
o Weight distribution
o Safety considerations
Module 7: On-Road Training & Highway Driving
o City driving
o Highway driving
o Traffic navigation
o Real-world driving conditions
Module 8: Advanced Driving Techniques
o Driving in adverse weather conditions
o Night driving
o Emergency maneuvers
o Complex driving scenarios
Module 9: Legal, Regulatory & Operational Procedures
o Licensing requirements
o Logbooks and Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)
o Vehicle inspections and maintenance reporting
o Emergency procedures and breakdown protocols
o Basic first aid awareness
Module 10: Final Skills Assessment & Career Preparation
o CDL test preparation
o Final driving evaluation
o Knowledge assessment
o Resume development and interview preparation
o Job placement assistance
o Graduation and program completion
Final completion review and graduation preparation are conducted prior to credential issuance.
Completion Requirements
Students enrolled in the Professional Commercial Driver Workforce Development Diploma Program must successfully complete all required instructional, academic, attendance, safety, financial, and institutional requirements prior to graduation and credential issuance.
Students must:
- Complete all required 360 instructional clock hours
- Successfully complete classroom instruction and practical training requirements
- Demonstrate competency in pre-trip inspection procedures
- Demonstrate competency in basic vehicle control and maneuvering exercises
- Successfully complete behind-the-wheel (BTW) road training evaluations
- Successfully complete final skills assessments and knowledge evaluations
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in accordance with institutional policy
- Meet institutional attendance requirements and maximum timeframe standards
- Demonstrate safe operation of commercial motor vehicles under instructor supervision
- Comply with all institutional safety, conduct, and professional standards
- Satisfy all financial obligations owed to the institution
- Demonstrate readiness for entry-level workforce placement and CDL skills testing
Program completion is based on successful completion of required clock hours, demonstrated skill competency, safety performance, and institutional standards. Completion of the program does not guarantee issuance of a Commercial Driver License (CDL) or employment. CDL licensure is subject to meeting all eligibility and testing requirements established by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and applicable regulatory agencies.
Credential Issued Upon Completion
Students who successfully complete all institutional and programming requirements for the Professional Commercial Driver Workforce Development Diploma Program will be awarded a:
Professional Diploma in Commercial Transportation Operations
S & R Truck Driving Institute
The Professional Diploma in Commercial Transportation Operations signifies successful completion of a structured workforce development training program that includes classroom instruction, range training, pre-trip inspection training, defensive driving principles, operational procedures, and supervised behind-the-wheel commercial vehicle instruction aligned with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements and institutional training standards.
The diploma is institutionally issued and reflects completion of vocational workforce training requirements established by S & R Truck Driving Institute.
Phase I – Orientation, ELDT Theory & Industry Fundamentals
This phase introduces students to:
- Program expectations and institutional policies
- Introduction to the trucking and transportation industry
- ELDT theory instruction
- FMCSA and DOT compliance requirements
- Driver responsibilities and professionalism
- Safety awareness and operational expectations Related Modules:
Module 1: Orientation & Introduction to Trucking
Module 2: Vehicle Safety & DOT Compliance
Phase II – Vehicle Inspection & Safety Procedures
- This phase focuses on:
- Vehicle systems identification
- Pre-trip inspection procedures
- Safety defect recognition
- In-cab inspection procedures
- Air brake systems inspection
- Hands-on inspection practice and evaluation
Students are trained utilizing institutional pre-trip inspection forms and evaluation procedures aligned with CDL testing standards.
Related Modules:
Module 3: Pre-Trip Inspection Training
Phase III – Basic Vehicle Control & Range Maneuvers
This phase develops:
- Vehicle control techniques
- Backing and maneuvering procedures
- Turning techniques
- Range safety procedures
- Precision movement and positioning
- Controlled maneuver execution
Students participate in supervised range exercises utilizing institutional maneuver score sheets and skills evaluation forms.
Related Modules:
Module 4: Basic Driving Skills
Module 5: Defensive Driving & Maneuvering
Phase IV – Cargo Operations & Operational Safety
This phase focuses on:
- Cargo securement principles
- Weight distribution awareness
- Cargo safety regulations
- Operational safety standards
- Vehicle stability considerations
- Safe transportation practices Related Modules:
Module 6: Cargo Handling & Securement
Phase V – Behind-the-Wheel Road Training
This phase provides supervised commercial driving instruction in real-world driving environments, including:
- City driving
- Highway driving
- Traffic navigation
- Lane management
- Intersections and turns
- Defensive driving application
- Hazard awareness
- Safe operating procedures
Students are evaluated utilizing institutional road evaluation forms aligned with CDL testing standards.
Related Modules:
Module 7: On-Road Training & Highway Driving
Phase VI – Advanced Driving & Emergency Operations
This phase expands driver competency through:
- Adverse weather operation
- Night driving awareness
- Emergency maneuver procedures
- Advanced hazard recognition
- Complex driving scenarios
Defensive response strategies Related Modules:
Module 8: Advanced Driving Techniques
Phase VII – Regulatory Compliance & Operational Procedures
This phase reinforces:
- Licensing and compliance requirements
- Hours of Service (HOS)
- Logbooks and Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)
- Vehicle maintenance reporting
- Emergency procedures
- Breakdown procedures
- Basic first aid awareness
- Professional operational standards Related Modules:
Module 9: Legal, Regulatory & Operational Procedures
Phase VIII – Final Evaluation, Workforce Readiness & Program Completion
This final phase includes:
- CDL skills test preparation
- Final driving evaluations
- Knowledge assessments
- Resume preparation
- Interview preparation
- Employment readiness
- Job placement assistance
- Graduation preparation and completion review
Students must demonstrate readiness for workforce entry and CDL testing eligibility prior to program completion.
Related Modules:
Module 10: Final Skills Assessment & Career Preparation
Instructional Methods
Training is delivered through:
- Classroom instruction
- Hands-on range training
- Behind-the-wheel (BTW) driving
- Instructor-led demonstrations
- Supervised practical exercises.
Structured training environment to help you learn and prepare for opportunities.
Designed for students who prefer to train and test in an automatic-transmission vehicle.
