- DT-050
- State Laws and Fed Regualtions
- Credit(s) 3
State Laws and Federal Regulations
DT 050 provides students with an understanding of California and federal motor vehicle
traffic laws, highway traffic regulations, and driver's license laws needed to understand
and demonstrate the ability to drive in accordance with laws and regulations.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- DT-052
- Safe Operation Fundamentals
- Credit(s) 2
Safe Operation Fundamentals
DT 052 provides practical and theoretical instruction in the techniques needed to
drive defensively and prevent accidents in spite of the incorrect actions of others
and adverse conditions. Students are prepared to recognize and perform first aid treatment
in dealing with major emergencies, both medical and accidental. The course also explains
and demonstrates safe practices in using and selecting proper tools for the job, both
in the shop and on the road.
- Class Hours:
- 108 Laboratory
- DT-053
- Fork Lift Operations
- Credit(s) 1
Fork Lift Operations
DT 053 provides practical and theoretical training in the operation of material handling
equipment (forklift and pallet jack) and how it works. Student receives training
while driving on a planned course, loading and unloading commercial vehicles and load
securement, with a continuous emphasis on safe driving and operation. Students also
develop their skills in minor maintenance for good pre-trip and post-trip inspection.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Laboratory
- DT-055
- Trip Planning and Budgeting
- Credit(s) 3
Trip Planning and Budgeting
DT 055 provides student with practical and theoretical training related to the planning
of trips using a Rand McNally Road Atlas and finding the most effective and efficient
routing between pickup and delivery points. The course will also include a review
of basic math and industry math applications.
- Class Hours:
- 54 Lecture
- DT-057
- Job Prep Skills
- Credit(s) 1
Job Prep Skills
DT 057 provides information on how to find available positions as well as improve
job-seeking skills in order to apply for, and interview with both small and large
transportation companies. Additionally, it provides information and resources on
how to prepare appropriate documents (application, resume, and cover letter) for job
search and to assist in the interview process.
- Class Hours:
- 18 Lecture
- 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. Student will develop
the hand, eye, and foot coordination for shifting a 10-speed 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.
- 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 five-axle
commercial vehicles with a GVWR of 80,000 lbs. and lengths over 65 feet, including
single and double trailers. Students will learn to operate various types of dual-range
transmissions on the driving range and in real-life city and highway traffic. Students
will receive 2,000 - 2,500 miles of road experience with empty and loaded trailers.
- Class Hours:
- 162 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-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