<p>This is an entry-level class that prepares students for work in the trucking industry. Students will be able to operate vehicles with a gross weight of over 13 tons. In-depth lectures and textbook materials will cover driving safely, air brakes, and combination vehicles. The hands-on segment includes: straghtline backing,off-setleftandrightbacking, 90-degree alley docking, the coupling of trailers, and the completion of the behind-the-wheel exam.</p>

Commercial Driver’s License- Class A Training Program | SkillUp Coalition

Commercial Driver’s License- Class A Training Program

Detroit Training Center

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Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.