About
The mission of the Truck Driving Program is to prepare students for “entry-level” employment as tractor-trailer drivers by providing the identified knowledge and performance skills necessary to pass the Commercial Driver’s test. The course consists of 222 hours of intensive classroom and behind-the-wheel training that builds skills in safety practices, operation and maintenance of vehicles and non-vehicle activities in trucking.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 2 Months |
| Clock Hours | 222 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Certificate |
| Total Tuition/Fees | |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost |
Program Credentials
Complete the Free Application For Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) online – the website is
www.fafsa.ed.gov and our school code is 005360
Complete TCAT Memphis Application for
Enrollment online at www.tcatmemphis.edu
and select APPLY NOW
Copy of Class A Permit (TN)
Copy of Valid TN Drivers License
Pass the Certified Medical Exam - A DOT physical
examination must be conducted by a licensed
“medical examiner”. The exam can be taken at
Concentra Medical Center located at 3965 S.
Mendenhall Rd Ste 6, Memphis TN 38115
Phone: (901) 365-1800
Note: applicants must be at least 21 years of age by
Truck Driving program start date.
Campus Locations
Main Campus
550 Alabama Ave.
Memphis, TN 38105
550 Alabama Ave.
Memphis, TN 38105
Curriculum/Courses
First Trimester:
Orientation
Map Reading
DOT Regulations and Logging
Substance Abuse and Blood Borne Pathogens
Vehicle and Vehicle Component Orientation
Safety
Couple and Uncouple
Backing
Road Driving
Weather and Road Conditions
Public Relations
Freight Documents
Cargo Handling
General
Books and Supplies Lists
Instructors
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