Tractor and Trailer Servicing
Certificate of Proficiency:
Certificate of Proficiency programs provide a one semester concentration in a specific technical area.
Degree Requirements
Tractor and Trailer Servicing (15 credit hours)
DTM 1904. Servicing Road Tractors and Trailers
This course includes supervised hands-on driving of tractor and trailer; oil, filters and lubrication of tractor and trailer; tandem alignment and brake repair; and troubleshooting of tractor and trailer. 2 lecture hours, 5 lab hours. (4 credit hour/special course fee)
DTM 1003. Tractor/Trailer Operation
This course focuses on the operation of a tractor and trailer in and around the freight terminal with basic yard maneuvering skills such as straight up and back parking, right-hand turns, alley docking and tractor trailer coupling. Classroom instruction focuses on safety, rules and policies of proper truck driving. 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours. (3 credit hour/special course fee)
TRT 1208. Tractor and Trailer Servicing Internship
This course enables students to acquire basic tractor/trailer servicing skills via internship agreements with local tractor/trailer shops. (8 credit hours)
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