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Commercial Truck Driving (CT61) Technical Certificate of Credit
The Commercial Truck Driving certificate program provides basic training in the principles and skills of commercial truck operations. The program is based on the definition of a truck driver as one who operates a commercial motor vehicle of all different sizes and descriptions on all types of roads. At the completion of the program, the student is administered the Georgia CDL Skills Exam.
Requirements:
- Submit a completed application and application fee
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable
- Present acceptable ACCUPLACER, ACT, ASSET, COMPASS, PSAT, or SAT scores or GED score of 145 or higher or have one of the following: an associate degree or higher or have a HOPE GPA of 2.6 after the completion of 10th grade. Documentation on a college transcript of successful completion of appropriate courses from a regionally accredited college or university may be accepted in lieu of test scores.
Program Information:
- The Commercial Truck Driving Program is 8 weeks long, with day and evening cohorts.
- Day courses are held Mon-Thurs 8:00AM-4:00PM
- Night Courses are held Mon-Thurs 5:00PM-10:00PM & Sat 8:00AM-5:00PM
- Students 18-20 years old may enroll in the program; however, they are only allowed to drive a commercial truck in the state of Georgia.
Additional Program Requirements:
Commercial Truck Driving is a limited-entry program and applicants are added to the list as requirements are obtained. Admissions to the college does not guarantee enrollment (registration) in the CTDL classes.
- Step 1: Due Before Student Can Be Accepted (Beginning Fall 2023 Entry)
- Ensure you have a valid Class-C Driver’s
- Obtain a Class A CDL Learner’s Permit
- Obtain a Georgia Commercial Driver Manual from the DMV office. Study for your Learner’s Permit. Start studying the following as soon as possible: Air Brakes, Driving Safely, Transporting Cargo Safely, and Combination Vehicles. Also look over Doubles, Triples, and Tank Vehicles.
- Obtain a DOT Physical Card – do not send the long medical form
- While any physician may be used for the DOT physical, he/she must be registered under the Department of Transportation. The following two locations can complete DOT physicals:
- Apple Care: 903 Ward Street W, Douglas, GA 31533, 912-260-1191
- Airport Medical: 704 Gil Harbin Industrial Blvd, Valdosta, GA 31601, 229-242-9003
- While any physician may be used for the DOT physical, he/she must be registered under the Department of Transportation. The following two locations can complete DOT physicals:
- Submit CDL Pre-Application, to include uploading a copy of your Class-C Driver’s License, CDL Class-A Learner’s Permit, and DOT Physical Card: [https://form.jotform.com/jtwilbanks/WiregrassCDL]
- Only complete pre-applications will be accepted.
- Once the pre-application is processed, students will be contacted with next steps - including a link to the online application if selected for session enrollment
- Inclusion on this list does not guarantee enrollment (registration) in the CTDL classes.
- Students will be selected for enrollment based on order of completion of pre-application
- Students must have all holds cleared in order to be eligible for registration, or their pre-application may be denied.
- Step 2: Due After You Are Registered
- Register for and clear the Federal Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Background Check.
- Failure to complete the Clearinghouse by the deadline or a result of prohibited on the query will result in removal from the classes.
- Apply for Financial Aid using the GSFAPPS HOPE application (GSFAPP online or paper app and give to financial aid)
- Start the WIOA application process by completing the WIOA Questionnaire (optional)
- Set up Nelnet payment plan for remaining balance once you are registered for classes, if needed.
- Nelnet instructions and deadlines found here – http://mycollegepaymentplan.com/wiregrass/
- Register for and clear the Federal Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Background Check.
- Step 3: Due 1st Day of Class to the Instructor
- Submit copy of Learner’s Permit and DOT Physical Card.
- Submit a 7-year Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) from the DMV to the course instructor on the first day of class.
- This must not be requested more than 30 days before the first day of class.
- Must not have in excess of 8 current points
- Must not have 4 or more moving violations in one year
- Must not have any DUI’s within the previous 3 years
- This must not be requested more than 30 days before the first day of class.
- Students registered for the program will be required to complete a DOT drug screen and will be instructed to do so by the course instructor.
- Students must pay the surcharge fee by the 6th day to continue into CTDL 1021/1031.
- Beginning with the third attempt, students will be required to complete three hours of driving/training remediation before attempting the CDL licensure exam. This driving/training remediation will be provided Wiregrass faculty on a scheduled Friday. The Economic Development office will make the arrangements for the driving/training remediation. The fee for the driving/training remediation is $150. This fee includes the CDL licensure exam. The fee is to be paid through the Economic Development office.
Additional Resources
- Wiregrass Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure
- Commercial Truck Driving (CDL) Checklist and Prices (current)
- Commercial Truck Driving (CDL) Checklist and Prices (beginning Fall 2023)
Please contact Nathan Metzner for more information or assistance: Nathan.metzner@wiregrass.edu
| Occupational Courses | 9 |
|---|---|
| CTDL 1010Fundamentals of Commercial Driving
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Fundamentals of Commercial Driving introduces students to the transportation industry, federal and state regulations, records and forms, industrial relations, and other non-driving activities. This course provides an emphasis on safety that will continue throughout the program. |
3 |
| Vehicle Basic Operation and Range Work or Internship I: Choose One of the Following (3 Hours) | 3 |
| CTDL 1021Combination Vehicle Basic Operation and Range Work
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): CTDL 1010 This course familiarizes students with truck instruments and controls and performing basic maneuvers required to drive safely in a controlled environment and on the Driving Range. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in performing range operations such as operating a tractor-trailer through clearance maneuvers, backing, turning, parallel parking and coupling/uncoupling. |
3 |
| CTDL 1022Commercial Driving Training Internship I
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): CTDL 1010 This course familiarizes students with truck instruments and controls and performing basic maneuvers required to drive safely in a controlled environment and on the Driving Range. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in performing range operations such as operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) through clearance maneuvers, backing, turning, parallel parking and coupling/uncoupling as applicable for the vehicle class. Internship training will be facilitated by an employer, the training hours will be documented, and proficiency will be signed off by the college ELDT partner. |
3 |
| Vehicle Advanced Operation and Range Work or Internship II: Choose One of the Following (3 Hours) | 3 |
| CTDL 1031Combination Vehicle Advanced Operations
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): CTDL 1021 Advanced Operations develops students' driving skills under actual road conditions. The classroom part of the course stresses following safe operating practices. These safe operating practices are integrated into the development of driving skills on the road. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in required behind-the-wheel (BTW) skills such as operating a commercial vehicle safely on public roads through a variety of maneuvers. |
3 |
| CTDL 1032Commercial Driving Training Internship II
Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture – 1 Lab 2 - 4 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): CTDL 1022 Advanced Operations develops students' driving skills under actual road conditions. These safe operating practices are integrated into the development of driving skills on the road. Each student must demonstrate proficiency in required behind-the-wheel (BTW) skills such as operating a commercial vehicle safely on public roads through a variety of maneuvers. Internship training will be facilitated by an employer, the training hours will be documented, and proficiency will be signed off by the college ELDT partner. |
3 |
Faculty
Commercial Truck Driving Program Coordinator
Coffee Campus
Commercial Truck Driving Instructor
Valdosta Campus
Commercial Truck Driving Evening Instructor
Valdosta Campus
Commercial Truck Driving Instructor Extended Day
Coffee Campus
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