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The
"Earning Your Wheels" (E.Y.W.) curriculum
is designed to be a guide to the efficient and effective development
of knowledgeable truck drivers who perform there duties with a professional
attitude at an industry acceptable level for new drivers. It is
expected that when this is accomplished there will be a significant
improvement in the quality of new drivers that will benefit the
industry, the drivers, and the schools from which they graduate.
This
curriculum emphasizes knowledge, attitudes, and abilities:
- Knowledge
of
... laws and regulations
... safe and efficient procedures
... understanding the vehicles you use and the securement of cargo
- Attitudes
promoting safety, courtesy, efficiency, and responsibility
- Abilities
applying this knowledge and attitudes in the performance of their
careers as truck drivers
- The
course is designed with a balance of theoretical and practical
training. Theory is introduced immediately before the related
practical training. All students are expected to attain a high
standard of performance. When they graduate they should only require
additional practice refining and improving the level of skill,
they have developed during the course.
The
curriculum is divided into major areas or "units". They
are:
1."Act
Professionally"
The
first unit "Act Professionally" is placed first in the
curriculum because it takes time to teach and assess attitudes.
By teaching attitude first, the instructors have the rest of the
course to model, emphasize and assess student attitude as they
learn the actual mechanics of the vocation. This unit includes the
knowledge of applicable laws and regulations:
- National
Safety Code
- Border
Crossing
- Licenses
- Commercial
Vehicle Inspection Program
- Commercial
Vehicle Safety Alliance Program
- Canada
Labor Code
- Workers
Compensation Act
It
covers Good public relation skills including communication skills,
adherence to company policies, and protecting company image. It
teaches and stresses professional behavior including:
- Physical
and mental health
- Nutrition
- Fatigue
and safe operation
- First
Aid and assisting others
- Personal
Grooming
- Dress
code
- Attitude
and deportment
- Career
paths and opportunities within the industry
2."Complete
Tractor/Trailer Documentation"
The
second unit, "Complete Tractor/Trailer Documentation"
covers the necessary paper work. Students are taught about the necessary
personal documentation. The instruction covers:
- En
route inspections and documentation
- Pickup
and delivery procedures and documents
- Trans-border
operations and the documentation
- Training
and endorsements necessary for the handling of dangerous goods
3."Use
Braking Systems"
The
third unit, "Use Braking Systems" provides the theoretical
knowledge base necessary to support the efficient and effective
operation of transport vehicles. The student must be able to explain
the function and operation of all vehicle systems and components
for both the tractor and trailer units. The student must understand
the control functions:
- Be
able to locate and identify major components
- Know
potential problem locations and solutions
- Identify
worn and faulty parts
- Recognize
damage, leaks, and security problems
- Be
able to perform daily maintenance checks and corrective maintenance
regarding pressures, fluid leaks, adjustment of mirrors, etc.
The
practical training of this unit covers the coupling of tractor and
trailer units including the connection of air and electrical services
and handling of landing gear. The student must learn the operation
of air brake controls and how to test them for faults.
4."Drive
Tractors"
The
forth unit, "Drive Tractors" is more practical in nature
but builds on the theoretical base established in the previous unit.
The content deals with the basic control of the vehicles including
steering, braking, shifting, judgment, and coordination. The student
is taught docking maneuvers, uncoupling tractor/trailer units and
post-trip inspection procedures. The instruction then proceeds to
more difficult skills such as shifting techniques for various road
and traffic conditions and the coordination required for smooth,
safe and economical operation. The student is taught defensive driving
skills including:
- Judgment
of conditions and proper responses
- The
maintenance of space
- The
communication of intent
- How
to read the nonverbal communication of other drivers
- Emergency
braking and steering techniques
5."Securement of
Cargo"
The
fifth unit, "Load/Unload Cargo" deals with:
- The
principals of load and weight distribution
- Regulations
- Efficient
use of space
- Security
of loads
- Cargo
handling equipment
- Compatibility
of cargo and vehicle
The
instruction covers various load/unload methods:
- The
handling of liquid and dry products
- The
handling of inflammable compressed gases
- The
dangers associated with the methods
- The
procedures for safe handling of these types of cargos
6."Apply
Advanced Technology in the Trucking Industry"
The
sixth unit, "Apply Advanced Technology in the Trucking Industry"
deals with:
- Identifying
the elements of satellite tracking systems and there functions
in dispatching and routing
- Identifying
the elements of the logbook auditing systems and their functions
- Identifying
the types of engine diagnostic systems and fault messages
- Describing
trip reporting systems and their functions
- Operating
computers
"EARNING
YOUR WHEELS" COURSE DETAILS
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136
hrs. Classroom.
+ 85 hrs. Observation.
85 hrs. Behind the wheel.
100 - 350 hrs. Supervised work experience.
Course runs 3 months full time.
Total
course price: $15,000.00 (GST exempt)
Please
call
for more details.
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