Curriculum

The 4-week program

130+ hours of instruction split between classroom, yard, and open road. Every module maps to the Maryland MVA CDL skills-test scoring criteria.

Module 1 — Week 1

Classroom & ELDT Theory

  • FMCSA regulations
  • Hours of Service
  • Vehicle systems
  • Cargo & weight distribution
  • Hazard perception
  • Driver wellness
40 hrs

Module 2 — Week 2

Pre-Trip Inspection

  • Engine compartment
  • In-cab inspection
  • Air brake system
  • Coupling systems
  • External walk-around
  • MVA scoring criteria
20 hrs

Module 3 — Week 2–3

Yard & Backing Maneuvers

  • Straight-line backing
  • Offset backing L/R
  • Parallel park driver-side
  • Alley dock
  • Coupling & uncoupling
25 hrs

Module 4 — Week 3–4

On-Road Driving

  • City street driving
  • Highway merging
  • Lane changes
  • Railroad crossings
  • Turns & clearance
  • Downshifting & braking
35 hrs

Module 5 — Week 4

MVA Skills Test Prep

  • Full mock testing
  • Score sheet review
  • Test-day walkthrough
  • Endorsement prep (H, N, T, X)
10 hrs

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