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Course: |
DRV 132
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Title: | Trucks and Trailering |
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Long Title: | Trucks and Trailering |
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Course Description: | Introduces students to the trucking industry, both over-the-road trucks and trailers and the operation of dump trucks used in construction and local commerce. Safe operations will be stressed, including securing loads on van, flat bed and drop bed trailers, watching for overhead hazards, backing safely, following standard fueling procedures, preventive maintenance and tire care. |
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Min Credit: | 2 |
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Course Notes: | Entered new course 8/10/09 s@ |
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Origin Notes: | PCC |
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I. Identify the types of commercial vehicles, which require operators to hold a commercial drivers license if driven commercially in Colorado.
II. During operation of a commercial vehicle, students will demonstrate their ability to observe traffic laws, identify road hazards, perform daily maintenance and fueling, and be aware of the size of the vehicle they are driving.
III. Secure loads in vans, flat bed and low-boy trailers in accordance with Colorado and Federal DOT regulations.
IV. Follow Colorado and Federal DOT regulations pertaining to transporting oversize loads.
I. Introduction to the trucking industry
A. Defining commercial vehicles
1. Types of trucks
2. Passenger vehicles
B. Understanding the scope of the trucking industry in the U.S.
II. Identifying issues concerning safe operation of commercial vehicles
A. Observing traffic laws
B. Watching out for other drivers and road hazards
C. Identifying overhead hazards
D. Understanding proper fueling procedures
E. Trailer
1. Heights
2. Width
3. Length
III. Securing loads
A. Vans
B. Flat beds & Low-boys
1. Strapping requirements
2. Tarping
3. Oversize loads
1. Permits
2. Routing
3. Flagging
4. Escort vehicles
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