About
The Commercial Vehicle Driving (CVD) Career Certificate (C.C.) program consists of four 80-hour courses totaling 320 hours. The first two-week course introduces students to the commercial driving industry. Students receive an overview to prepare for the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FDHSMV) written examination required to obtain a Class A CMV Driver’s Permit. Subjects include combination vehicle operation and inspection, air brake component identification and an introduction to the various regulations governing commercial vehicle driving.
The second two-week course is a continuation of the first and includes instruction on vehicle design, inspection and preventative maintenance. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) Hours of Service, logbooks, map reading and trip planning are core elements of this two-week course. Students are also introduced to tractor-trailer operation through the use of a high-fidelity driving simulator.
Students then enter into a four-week block of instruction focused on fundamental and advanced driving skills, as well as vehicle inspection procedures. Students learn vehicle control skills including straight line and offset backing, parallel and alley docking. Students develop needed driving skills and vehicle control by means of urban, rural and expressway driving on public roadways throughout Northeast Florida. At the conclusion of the 320-hour program, a FDHSMV Third Party Tester tests students.
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Florida State College at Jacksonville - South
Florida State College at Jacksonville - South Campus is a significant academic institution that blends rich history with innovative and flexible study options. It's nestled in southern Jacksonville of Florida, enhanced by captivating subtropical scenery, designed to stimulate learning and growth. This educational establishment delivers state-of-the-art facilities and a conducive environment suitable for different types of students including, but not limited to, high school graduates, working professionals, and individuals seeking a career change. The wide range of courses and programs offered extend from two-year Associate degrees to four-year Bachelor's degrees, along with specialized workforce certificate training. Committed to helping learners achieve success, the highly qualified staff imparts the necessary knowledge, skills, and critical thinking to thrive in a competitive market. The college fosters an inclusive learning atmosphere, where diversity and innovative ideas can flourish, further cementing its stature as one of the state's treasured educational institutions.