Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Assess the rules of the road for CMV operators and the penalties for non-compliance with federal rules and laws.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the governing rules of the Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Safety Act of 1986 by successfully passing the State of Hawaii CMV permit examination.
3. Demonstrate proficiency of the basic CMV controls and their functions, including airbrake's, by successfully passing the State of Hawaii CMV permit examination.
4. Demonstrate a proficient understanding of passenger endorsements, including hazardous materials, tankers, and, double/triple trailers by successfully passing the State of Hawaii CMV permit examination.

Course Type:

Workforce Development
SOC 53-3032.00 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

Hawaii State Department of Transportation (HDOT)
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Data Metrics

Reason for Non-Completion:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the working components of all commercial motor vehicles.
2. Assess the safe operability of a commercial vehicle using a state-approved pre-trip inspection process prior to operation.

Course Type:

Workforce Development
SOC 53-3032.00 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

Hawaii State Department of Transportation (HDOT)
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Data Metrics

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the working components of all commercial motor vehicles.
2. Exercise judgment for controlling direction as a function of speed and space management.
3. Use correct procedures for driving a commercial motor vehicle, including: starting and stopping the engine; moving the vehicle forward and in reverse; and, basic turning maneuvers.
4. Handle a commercial motor vehicle in various parking scenarios.
5. Determine safe driving pathways through effective use of vehicle mirrors, proper use of signaling, and visual awareness of road conditions through observation.

Course Type:

Workforce Development
SOC 53-3032.00 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

Hawaii State Department of Transportation (HDOT)
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Data Metrics

Reason for Non-Completion:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Employ principles of operating the commercial motor vehicle safely on multi-lane roads and at higher speeds.
2. Demonstrate ability to maneuver the commercial motor vehicle on the highway, through merging traffic, and traversing both up hill and down hill grades.
3. Judge the conditions for preparing to safely stop the commercial motor vehicle from higher speeds; approach corners and turns during higher speed operations; and, obey traffic signals and markings.
4. Determine the appropriate use of the engine retarder, including when it should be used and when its use would be detrimental.
5. Develop higher proficiency for controlling direction as a function of speed and space management.
6. Improved abilities and skill for driving a commercial motor vehicle during ascent and descent of hills; and, judging brake distance and load.
7. Demonstrate knowledge and skills of driving a commercial motor vehicle in a variety of traffic scenarios and conditions.

Course Type:

Workforce Development
SOC 53-3032.00 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

Hawaii State Department of Transportation (HDOT)
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Data Metrics

Reason for Non-Completion:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Apply their knowledge and skills during additional driving time on the roadway.
2. Achieve a better rounded experience during day and/or night time driving conditions in order to further develop their driving experience with
3. Demonstrate the ability to perform routine service functions.
4. Demonstrate the ability to perform simple maintenance inspections and basic control skills.
5. Apply their skills and abilities while driving safely on a pre-determined route.

Course Type:

Workforce Development
SOC 53-3032.00 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

Hawaii State Department of Transportation (HDOT)
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Data Metrics

Reason for Non-Completion:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate proficiency of passenger endorsements, including hazardous material, tankers, and, double/triple trailers bogy successfully passing the State of Hawaii CMV examination.
2. Use correct procedures for driving a commercial motor vehicle, including: starting and stopping the engine; moving the vehicle forward and in reverse; and, basic turning maneuvers on a pre-determined course.
3. Perform simple maintenance inspections and basic vehicle control skills.

Course Type:

Workforce Development
SOC 53-3032.00 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

Hawaii State Department of Transportation (HDOT)
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Data Metrics

Reason for Non-Completion:

Course Type:

 Workforce Development
  SOC 53-3032.00 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

Hawaii State Department of Transportation (HDOT)
U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

Data Metrics

Reason for Non-Completion:

Course Type:

 Personal/Community Development

Learning Outcomes Assessments Used:

Participant Evaluations (Indirect Method)
Instructor Evaluation(s) (Indirect Method)
Standardized Testing (Direct Method)

Accreditation/Training Standard:

National Safety Council
Hawaii State Judiciary

Data Metrics

Reason for Non-Completion:

     N/A