- DT-050
- State Laws and Fed Regulations
- Credit(s) 3
State Laws and Federal Regulations
DT 050 provides students with an introduction to the trucking industry, rules, and
regulations to prepare students for the written test to obtain a CLP (Commercial Learners
Permit) from the state of California. Students will also complete the FMCSA (Federal
Motor Carrier Safety Administration) requirements for the theory portion of the ELDT
(Entry Level Drivers Training). Individuals must be at least 18 years of age and have
a valid driver's license in order to hold a CLP.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- DT-052
- Safe Operation Fundamentals
- Credit(s) 3
Safe Operation Fundamentals
DT 052 will prepare you with the skills and knowledge for a career in the Truck Driving
industry. Faculty will provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment covering
vehicle inspection and control portions for the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) in
the state of California. Students will leave the class well-prepared for both federal
and state commercial driving requirements.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- P/NP
- DT-053
- Cargo Handling and Securement
- Credit(s) 1
Cargo Handling and Securement
DT 053 provides practical and theoretical training in the operation of material handling
equipment (forklift and pallet jack), and the loading and securement of cargo on various
types of commercial vehicles. Students receive training in loading commercial vehicles
to comply with both axle weight and securement laws. In addition, students also develop
their skills in minor maintenance for an inspection of load securement devices.
- Class Hours:
- 27 Lecture | 9 Laboratory
- DT-058
- Operations of Commercial Vehic
- Credit(s) 3
Operations of Commercial Vehicles I
DT 058 provides practical and theoretical knowledge in the operation of two- and three-axle
tractor-trailer combinations on a driving range and highway. Students will drive commercial
vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions and be introduced to shifting a dual-range
transmission. Additionally, students will be oriented in California state laws pertaining
to a commercial motor vehicle, which prepares them for the CDL Skills and Knowledge
Test for the Class A license. Students will also complete the FMCSA (Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Administration) requirements for the behind-the-wheel public road portion
of the ELDT (Entry Level Drivers Training).
- Class Hours:
- 18 Lecture | 108 Laboratory
- DT-059
- Operations of Commercial Vehi
- Credit(s) 3
Operations of Commercial Vehicles II
DT 059 provides practical and theoretical knowledge in the operation of two- and three-axle
tractor-trailer combinations on a driving range and highway with lengths over 65 feet,
including single and double trailers. Students will develop hand, eye, and foot coordination
for shifting various types of dual-range transmissions on the driving range and in
real-life city and highway traffic.
- Class Hours:
- 108 Lecture | 18 Laboratory
- Prerequisite(s):
- DT 058
- DT-074
- Hazardous Materials Transporta
- Credit(s) 1
Hazardous Materials Transportation
DT 074 provides theoretical training for the transportation of hazardous materials
and satisfies the Federal Motor Carriers Entry Level Drivers Training requirement.
- Class Hours:
- 18 Lecture
- DT-079
- Commercial Driver Testing
- Credit(s) 0.5
Commercial Driver Testing
DT 079 offers students the opportunity to test for a commercial drivers license with
the California DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles). Students will utilize classroom
and laboratory experiences to license as a commercial driver.
- Class Hours:
- 27 Laboratory
- Co-Requisite(s):
- DT 050, DT 052, and DT 058
- DT-094
- Introduction to Diesel Engine
- Credit(s) 3
Introduction to Diesel Engine Repair
DT 094 explores the operation and repair of modern diesel engines. Principles and
theories are studied by running, testing, diagnosing, disassembling and reassembling
components, systems and engines.
- Class Hours:
- 36 Lecture | 54 Laboratory
- DT-095
- Advanced Diesel Engine Repair
- Credit(s) 3
Advanced Diesel Engine Repair
DT 095 explores the operation and repair of modern computer controlled diesel engines,
emissions systems and components. Advanced principles and theories are studied by
testing, diagnosing, disassembling and reassembling engine components and systems.
- Class Hours:
- 36 Lecture | 54 Laboratory
- Prerequisite(s):
- DT 094
- DT-096
- Hydraulics
- Credit(s) 3
Hydraulics
DT 096 explores the operation and repair of agriculture and industrial heavy equipment
hydraulic systems; pumps, valves, cylinders, motors, hydrostatic drives, hoses and
fittings as well as electronic controls. Advanced principles and theories operation,
pressure and flow are studied by testing, diagnosing, disassembling, repairing and
reassembling heavy equipment hydraulic components and systems.
- Class Hours:
- 36 Lecture | 54 Laboratory
- DT-097
- Equipment Systems
- Credit(s) 3
Equipment Systems
DT 097 explores the operation and repair of agriculture and industrial heavy equipment
systems including: drive systems, brakes and braking, tracks and tires, auxiliaries,
air conditioning, electronics, and computer controls. Advanced principles and theories
are studied by testing, diagnosing, disassembling, repairing and reassembling heavy
equipment components and systems.
- Class Hours:
- 36 Lecture | 54 Laboratory