Module 9: Chapter 9: CDL Visual Awareness

In this chapter you will focus on visual awareness for commercial vehicles.

"Volvo FH 500 Euro6 6X2 (FH4)" This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license.

Chapter Outline:

• Introduction
• Federal and State Standards
• Key Areas of Visual Awareness Training
• Cognitive Load & Distraction Management
• Real-World Exercises
• CDL Testing Evaluation
• Conclusion

1. Discuss what visual awareness is and its importance: aligns with CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO7
2. Explain the key areas of visual awareness: aligns with CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO7
3. List the steps for real-world exercises: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7
4. Discuss federal and state standards for visual awareness: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO6, CLO7
5. Explain cognitive load & distraction management: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7
6. List the steps for CDL testing and evaluation: aligns with CLO2, CLO4, CLO7

To achieve these objectives: 

1. Read the Module 9 Introduction
2. Read Chapter 9 in the CDL Textbook
3. Read Section 9 in the Louisiana CDL Manual
4. Read 391.41 in the FMCSA Regulations
5. Participate in the Module 9 Discussion
6. Complete the Module 9 Assignment
7. Complete the Module 9 Quiz

Note the check boxes to the right that help you track your progress: some are automatic, and some are manual. 

Module Pressbooks Resources and Activities

You will find the following resources and activities in this module at the Pressbooks website. Click on the links below to access or complete each item.