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  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: 13 Weeks
  • Start Date: September 2023

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    Locations & Delivery Modes

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    On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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    Blended: Some courses, or parts of courses, in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location, while other courses, or parts of courses, will be delivered online or virtually to students at another location.
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    Online - Asynchronous: Delivered fully online with no scheduled classes, and allows students to learn on their own schedule, in a flexible environment, within a certain time frame.
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    Online Synchronous: Delivered fully online with live, scheduled videoconference classes. The instructor and the students in the course engage with the course content and each other at the same time, from different locations.
    Bay St. George - On Campus - September 2023, January 2024, April 2024

    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
    • Perform pre, post and on route inspections

    The program also offers certification in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), Air Brakes (9A), WHMIS, First Aid, Powerline Hazards and Professional Driver Improvement Course (PDIC). There will be classroom, yard, off and on and highway training with low student to instructor ratios.    
     
    Students successfully completing the program qualify for a Class 1 license with Class 3 and 9A endorsements.
     
     
    OUTCOMES
    1. Demonstrate defensive driving techniques, proper economical vehicle operation, and emergency procedures.
    2. Demonstrate knowledge of types of trucks, power trains, engines, drive lines, brake systems, tires and trailers.
    3. Demonstrate techniques to drive on course roads, through town and on the Trans Canada Highway.
    4. Demonstrate knowledge of proper freight handling procedures and methods of preparing and handling documentation connected with transfers of cargo and monies.
    5. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
      
    ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
    Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:

    1.  High School
    High School Graduation

    2.  Adult Basic Education
    Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
    i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
    ii. Science 3101, 3102, 3103

    3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
    Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate

    4. Mature Student Requirements
    Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

    5. Driver's License and Medical
    You must possess an unrestricted Class 5 driver's license for one (1) year.

    Upon acceptance to the program, you must provide the following additional documentation:
    i. A Motor Registration Division - Medical Examination Report with a vision test completed by a doctor.
    ii. A Driving Abstract record showing no more than four (4) demerit points.

    Government of Newfoundland and Labrador - Digital Government and Service NL | Motor Registration Division Online Appointments
     
    Upon starting the program, students will be required to complete a commercial written test successfully. Once completed you will be issued a permit by the Department of Motor Registration Division that allows you to be instructed by a licensed commercial driver in preparation for a Class 03 license.


    International Applicants – English Proficiency
    All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
    If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
    If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
    Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.

    EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
    Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
    • Trucking companies
    • Manufacturing and distribution companies
    • Retail outlets
    • Moving companies

    Courses


     

    COURSES    
    CODE TITLE Hrs
    TS1510
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    Occupational Health and Safety 6
    TS1520
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    WHMIS 6
    TS1530
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    Standard First Aid 14
    DV1100 Commercial Driver Essential Skills 18
    DV1110 Commercial Driver Orientation 6
    DV1120 Codes and Regulations 12
    DV1130 Vehicle Operation Safety 12
    DV1140 Logbook (Hours of Service) 11
    DV1210 Trip Planning 12
    DV1230 Engine and Drivetrain Principles 6
    DV1240 Tires, Rims and Wheels 6
    DV1260 Trailer Coupling 6
    DV1270 Tractor Trailer Operation-In the Yard 85
    DV1280 Tractor Trailer Operation-On the Road 135
    DV1290 Preventative Maintenance 4
    DV1300 Trailers 4
    DV1310 Safe Load and Securement 12
    DV1320 Driver Health and Nutrition 4
    DV1330 Professional Driver Improvement for Commercial Drivers 6
    HE1600 Air Brakes 15
    HE1620 Powerline Hazards 4
    HE1630 Transportation of Dangerous Goods 6


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    College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to cancel or alter the delivery date and location of any program offering and delivery method, and will do so in a timely manner in order to minimize the impact on applicants.

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