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Training: What to Expect During Your CDL Training

Your CDL training at Transport Tech can be customized based on the job you plan to obtain. If you do not have a job lined up yet before you enter training, then the typical time frame will be six weeks. Your first three weeks will be spent in the classroom as well as hands-on training. You will be preparing to take and pass your General Knowledge and Air Brake Exams for your CDL Permit along with additional endorsements such as Hazardous Materials, Doubles & Triples, & Tankers. After obtaining your permit, you will then spend the next three weeks learning road skills and actually spending time on the road. Most National Employers require a minimum of 160 hours of verifiable training by an approved CDL Training School prior to beginning employment with their company.

Apply Now to obtain your Class A CDL License

  • Weeks 1 - 3
  • Weeks 4 - 6

CDL Classroom Pictures

  • Orientation
  • General Knowledge
  • Air Brakes
  • Tankers
  • Hazmat
  • Doubles / Triples / Passenger
  • Hours of Service, Log Books, Trip Planning, & Map Reading
  • Border Crossing
  • TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential
  • Anti-Terror Training
  • Hands On Pre-Trip Inspection
  • Hands On Coupling & Uncoupling
  • Hands On Air Brake Checks
  • How to Apply Tire Chains
  • Driving Safely in Inclement Weather

CDL Classroom Pictures

  • Pre-Trip Inspections
  • Hands on Coupling and Uncoupling (Drop & Hook)
  • Air Brake Leak Down Procedures
  • Parallel Parking
  • Straight Line Backing
  • 45 & 90 Degree Alley Dock Parking
  • Offset Parking
  • Proper Turning Techniques
  • Shifting, Downshifting, & Double Clutching
  • Rural, City, & Highway Driving
  • Proper Lane Control Techniques
  • Proper Mirror Scanning Techniques
  • Downhill Procedures
  • Mountain Driving
  • Night Driving
  • Final Preparations For CDL Testing
  • Onsite CDL 3rd Party Testing Facility

Curriculum: Courses are divided into five sections, each of which can be taken individually, or combined to fit your needs. The five sections are:

Training Highlights

Length of time can be customized just for you

Low Teacher to Student Ratio

Generally, classes are 6 Weeks / 240 Hours

Weeks 1-3: Classroom & Hands on Training

Weeks 4-6: Skills & Road Training

Train on 2008 Freightliner Super Crew Cabs

M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Night Classes are available M-Th 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

1-On-1 Customized Training is available and is scheduled at your convenience.

1st Seat Driver

First Seat Driver Program

We also offer a program geared toward giving a new driver enough proficiency that he or she can drive solo right out of school, and have a solid expectation of entry level employment (16 weeks and 620 clock hours). Students cover not only Sections 1 through 5, but also: Lab Lessons, Classroom Lessons, Range Lessons, Street Lessons & Applied Lessons.

When filling out your pre-application, be sure to let us know if you're interested in this program.