Driver Training

The curriculum is expected to assist entry-level commercial truck drivers to develop safe driving skills, knowledge and be aware of their duties. The curriculum discusses minimum content and creates the foundation for safe driving skills. 

This course has both classroom and practical components that will be delivered in three learning environments. 

Our Class 1 vehicles are equipped with 18 speed manual transmissions. 

• Classroom instruction: 40.5 hours
• In-yard instruction: 15.5 hours
• In-cab training: 57 hours
• Total training hours: 113 hours    

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Air Brakes Q Endorsement must be completed prior to registering for MELT Class 1
• Hold an Alberta non-probationary driver’s license
• For anyone to whom English is a second language, a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of 6 is required.
  
  NOTE: It is strongly recommended for participants to complete a successful medical assessment through a physician prior to participating in the MELT program.
  Medical forms are available from a registry agent, or a doctor. 

You must bring and wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as:

• Steel-toe boots
• Hard hat
• Reflective vest
• Safety glasses

Students are required to complete all training hours and be tested within 9 months of enrolment date. Any students not completed within the 9 months will be required to repeat weeks 1 & 2.

NOTE: Week 3 (in-cab training) will be offered to students in 3-hour blocks to align with personal schedules. This allows for our industry of shift workers to complete the training while still receiving an income. Students are permitted 3-hours of driving per day.

Weeks 1 and 2 combined hours is priced to a total of $2,695+ GST

3-hour blocks hours are $365 + GST each (FOR CLASS 1 MELT STUDENTS ONLY)

Program total is: $9,630 + GST.

• Observation time
• Real time driving (behind the wheel)
• Backing techniques
• Walk-around practice
• Teaching exercises
• Classroom review

Our Class 3 vehicles are equipped with a manual transmissions. 10 speed, 13 speed and 18 speed transmission options are available. 

Training includes approximately total of 30 hours (15 hours in class and 15 hours one-one in cab), road tests appointments or dates are in addition to the course date. The students will utilize our trucks for 3 hours to enable them to complete their road tests following the course. 

You must have:

• A valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license (no GDL restriction)
• Students must have their Air Brake Q Endorsement prior to the course start date
• Students must have completed their Class 3 Knowledge Test completed from an Alberta Registry
• A copy of your drivers abstract from the previous 2 years

It is your responsibility to purchase the Driver's Exam permit from the Alberta Registry. We will book and arrange your exam times.

You must bring and wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as:

• Steel-toe boots
• Hard hat
• Reflective vest
• Safety glasses

Program total: $3,199.00 + GST

More truck time can be arranged and purchased for an additional fee.

If you need extra truck time, you can pay additional $365.00 + GST  (for each 3 hour) in cab block training for Class 3 students. You can call Registrar office (780-791-4801 to make payment) and Continuing Education will book your 3 hour block training

Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 drivers must complete an approved air brake course to get a Q endorsement on their driver’s licence to operate a vehicle equipped with air brakes.

To successfully complete the course, students must attend in-class theory lessons and successfully complete practical and written exams. 

How it works:

Step 1. Complete classroom training 

Step 2. Complete practical training

Step 3. Pass practical assessment

Step 4. Pass knowledge test at an Alberta Registry office

Students must show proof of a valid Canadian driver's license.

NOTE: The Q endorsement will only be applied to a valid Alberta Driver's license.

You must bring and wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as:

• Steel-toe boots
• Hard hat
• Reflective vest
• Safety glasses

Our SIM2GO trailer provides high quality real-world driving environments and vehicle behaviors to train and improve driver decision-making and behavior over a wide range of vehicle maneuvers. The simulator has a total of 2 simulation stations, and a number of different vehicle options. Course topics can include; emergency maneuvers, adverse conditions, space management, speed management, fuel management, etc.

Class 4, 5, 3 and 1 options are available. 

NOTE: This course is available for on-demand group training, as requested, please call 780-799-0535.

Course length: 8 hours
NOTE: This course is available for on-demand group training, as requested, please call 780-799-0535.

• Experienced drivers who may have been out of the trade for an extended period
• Experienced drivers who may benefit from review of the air brake systems
• Drivers from other provinces with less stringent air brake licensing standards

Time Length: Approximately 45 minutes

Please note that participating in this training will not qualify you for the Air Brake Q Endorsement exam at an Alberta registry.