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Module 1: Driving Combination Vehicles Safely

Video Lesson

6.1.1 – Rollover Risks

6.1.2 – Steer Gently

6.1.3 – Brake Early

6.1.4 – Railroad-Highway Crossings

6.1.5 – Prevent Trailer Skids

6.1.6 – Turn Wide

6.1.7 – Backing With a Trailer

Quiz

Module 2: Combination Vehicle Air Brakes

6.2.1 – Trailer Hand Valve

6.2.2 – Tractor Protection Valve

6.2.3 – Trailer Air Supply Control

6.2.4 – Trailer Air Lines

6.2.5 – Hose Couplers (Glad Hands)

6.2.6 – Trailer Air Tanks

6.2.7 – Shut-Off Valves

6.2.8 – Trailer Service, Parking, and Emergency Brakes

Module 3: Anti-lock Brake Systems & Coupling 

6.3.1 – Trailers Required to Have ABS

6.3.2 – Braking With ABS

6.4.1 – Coupling Tractor-Semitrailers

6.4.2 – Uncoupling the Tractor-Semitrailers

6.4.3 – Coupling a Pintle Hook

6.4.4 – Uncoupling a Pintle Hook

6.4.5 – Coupling a Drawbar

6.4.6 – Uncoupling a Drawbar

6.4.7 – Coupling a Gooseneck Hitch

6.4.8 – Uncoupling a Gooseneck Hitch

Module 4: Inspecting a Combination Vehicle

6.5.1 – Additional Things to Check During a Walk Around Inspection

6.5.2 – Combination Vehicle Brake Check

Instructor Led Review

Combinations Exam 1

Combinations Exam 2

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Course Evaluation Survey

Instructor and Content Quality Survey

Self-Assessment Survey

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Are you ready to take your commercial driving career to the next level? Welcome to 'Mastering California CDL Combination Vehicles and Permit Prep,' the ultimate online course designed to help you ace your California Commercial Driver's License (CDL) combination vehicle permit test and become a safer, more proficient truck driver. Driving combination vehicles like tractor-trailers requires specialized knowledge and skills, from managing rollover risks and navigating wide turns to mastering complex air brake systems. This comprehensive course breaks down the California DMV handbook into easy-to-understand, bite-sized modules. You will dive deep into essential topics such as safe driving practices, combination vehicle air brakes, anti-lock brake systems (ABS), and the meticulous step-by-step procedures for coupling and uncoupling various hitches, including semitrailers, pintle hooks, drawbars, and goosenecks. Furthermore, you'll learn how to conduct thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure your rig is road-ready and compliant with safety regulations. Packed with detailed reference materials, interactive quizzes, and practical step-by-step guides, this course is your roadmap to success. Whether you are a new driver preparing for your CDL permit or an experienced operator looking to refresh your knowledge, this course provides the critical insights you need to drive confidently and safely on California's highways. Enroll today and steer your career toward success!

Combinations Permit Prep

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            <p>Operating a combination vehicle in California requires a specialized skill set that goes far beyond standard commercial driving. This course provides a comprehensive deep dive into the mechanics and safety protocols essential for mastering these large rigs. Drivers will explore the critical physics of the "crack-the-whip" effect, the risks of rollovers, and the necessity of gentle steering and early braking to maintain stability. By understanding how cargo loading influences the center of gravity and learning to navigate hazardous areas like railroad-highway crossings, students will build a foundation of safety that protects both the driver and the public.</p>

<p>Beyond basic handling, this training covers the intricate technical systems that keep combination vehicles operational. Detailed modules on air brake components—including tractor protection valves, glad hands, and emergency air lines—ensure that drivers can manage their stopping power effectively. The curriculum also provides step-by-step guidance on the complex processes of coupling and uncoupling various hitch types, such as fifth-wheels, pintle hooks, and gooseneck hitches. With a strong emphasis on thorough walk-around inspections and anti-lock brake system (ABS) functionality, this course prepares candidates to pass their permit exams and excel in the demanding environment of California’s highways.</p>
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