Truck Class 1 Gold |
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Length:
84.0 hours: 44.0 hours in classroom, and 40.0 hours in vehicle.
Overview
This program provides advanced instruction to prepare students for their Class 1 Road Test and is designed for those who require more instructional and practice time in the truck. Due to the breadth of topics covered and the amount of practical, hands-on truck time, this program works well for all drivers, even experienced drivers, but is particularly well suited for those who have little or no truck experience.
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Note: This program may be eligible for funding through various programs, please contact our office for additional details. |
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Topics
- Mentally Active Defensive Driving Program (2 Hours Classroom, 2 Hours In-Vehicle)
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| Classroom - 44 Hours |
- PDIC (Professional Driver Improvement Course)
- 6 Hours
- Air Brakes (Q Endorsement) - 9 Hours
- Log Books - 2 hours
- WHMIS - 5 hours
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- Transportation of Dangerous Goods - 5 hours
- Load Securement - 2 hours
- "Bumper to Bumper" Courseware - Mentored Self Study (15 Hours)
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| In-Truck - 40 Hours |
- Advanced Tractor-Trailer Operation
- 13 Speed Transmission
- 18 Speed Transmission
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Air Brakes
- Circle Check
- Advanced Shifting
- Up Shifting
- Down Shifting
- Progressive Shifting
- Up Hill Shifting
- Down Hill Shifting
- Couple and Uncouple
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- 45' Trailers
- 53' Trailers
- 5th Wheel
- Trailer Axle Adjustments
- Backing
- Straight Line
- 90 degrees
- Blind Side
- City and Highway Driving
- Advanced Winter Driving Skills
- Tire Chaining
- Hill Parks
- Practical Trucking Hints to Develop Good Driving Habits
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Note: Before their Road Test, students must have:
- A valid Class 5 Drivers License
- A Medical
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- Appropriate Written Test
- An Air Brake Completion Certificate
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| "I just want to extend my thanks and gratitude for everything you and FSI have done to help me pass my class 1 road test. Those extra hours training you gave me made a huge difference in my backing ability. FSI taught me a lot. Great teacher's with a lot of patience, and Randy coming out to help me that day says a lot about FSI and what you are willing to do to get the job done. You guys are great and if I know of anyone that is interested in going for any type of driving license I will definitely recommend FSI. Thanks again.” |
- Sincerely
Andrew Baker
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