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Commercial Driver's License Preparation Program Sample Lesson

The lesson you are about to “test drive” is an abbreviated sample version of one of our actual Commercial Driver's License Preparation Program Course lessons. The style of this lesson is similar to what you can expect from all of our lessons.

Here's a complete list of the topics you will learn during the "Home Study" phase of the Commercial Driver's License Preparation Program.
  1. How to Study
  2. Driver Qualifications
  3. Driver Fitness
  4. Principles of Diesel Engines
  5. Cooling Systems
  6. Lubricants and Lubrication Systems
  7. Fuels and Fuel Systems
  8. Electrical Systems
  9. Air Supply and Exhaust System
  10. Principles of Transmissions and Differentials
  11. Frames, Suspension and Axles
  12. Tires and Wheels
  13. Brakes
  14. Controls, Instruments and Dashboards
  15. Inspection, Repair and Maintenance
  16. Pre-trip Inspection

17. Coupling and Uncoupling
18. Backing Maneuvers
19. Shifting
20. Braking Techniques
21. General Driving Practices
22. Special Driving Conditions
23. Handling Combo Trailers
24. Weight Distribution
25. Load Securement
26. Freight Bills and Driver Responsibilities
27. The Log Book - Hours of Service
28. The Log Book - How to Track Your Time
29. Map Reading
30. Trip Planning
31. Accident Reporting
32. The Job of Getting a Job
33. The First Step - Preparing for Resident Training

After you view the sample lesson, you may try the lesson examination. This exam is also typical of the types and complexity of questions you will see in the Commercial Driver's License Preparation Program .

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