College of the North Atlantic

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Commercial Driver

College of the North Atlantic

Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Transportation/Transportation Management
Length:13 Week(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $871
Careers:Supervisors, Railway Transport OperationsRailway and Yard Locomotive Engineers

Description:

This program offers training in the safe and effective operation of Tandem trucks and Tractor Trailer units. Some of the duties include: Perform preventive maintenance, defensive driving, and fuel conservation, Deliver cargo and materials, Interpret and communicate instructions through dispatch, Maintain a truck log and keep records of transported materials, Clean, inspect and service vehicle, Perform trailer operations and demonstrate defensive driving skills, and Perform pre, post and on route inspections

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    This program requires high school graduation, a Grade XI Certificate, or a Comprehensive Arts and Science Certificate.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on December 16, 2022