Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Employment, Measurable skills gain, Other
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Location: PCC Center for Transportation Training, Tucson, AZ
FOR PROGRAM INFORMAITON CONTACT: 520-206-7244
A. Course Objective:
Description: Gain skills and knowledge in the emerging autonomous vehicle technology. Learn the basics of computer hardware components, fundamental electronics, safety, health and environmental regulations, domestic freight transportation, and illustrate an understanding of autonomous vehicles.
In order to be fully admitted to this program you MUST HAVE A CURRENT CLASS A COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE.
Competencies to be achieved: Upon successful completion of the Autonomous Vehicle Driver & Operations Specialist Certificate program, the learner will be able to:
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of computer hardware components.
• Demonstrate an understanding of autonomous vehicles, including levels
of autonomy, history, troubleshooting documentation, and ethics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental electronics and
electrical principles, including safety, health, and environmental rules
and regulations.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the domestic freight transportation
system.
B. Total Cost of Program $1,427.00
(include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Student required to pay Differential In-State tuition costs (See www.pima.edu Paying for School, Costs, Differential Tuition, Pay A)
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Contact program at 520-206-2744
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Contact program at 520-206-2744
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Sharon Macias; smacias3@pima.edu; 520-724-7653
F. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.pima.edu/programs-courses/credit-programs-degrees/trade-professions/truck-driver-training/autonomous-vehicle-specialist-cert.html
G. Additional information:
Class A Commercial Driver License is needed to begin the program and be officially admitted into this program.
Background check required
Other requirements needed: Industry typically requires 3 years commercial Class A driving experience as a hiring requirement. Any background issues/moving violations are on a case-by-case basis for employment
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/paying-your-bill/refunds/
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes,
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: TuSimple
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: No,
Career Pathway:
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No: Yes, (Explain): Training is recognized in other geographic areas.
• Accredited Curriculum:
(This is referring to the course being accredited,
not the test or school)
Yes or No: No, The courses in this award are accredited through the Higher Learning Commission, but not by a separate accrediting agency.
Accrediting Agency and link to website:
https://www.hlcommission.org/
J. Credential Attainment Rate:
New Program TBD% of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
12
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
PCC Center for Transportation, Tucson, AZ
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
Autonomous Vehicle Driver & Operations Specialist Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
https://www.pima.edu/paying-for-college/paying-you
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State/District Tuition
$1,412.00 Differential Tuition, Pay A In State
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$4,070.00 Non-Resident Differential Tuition, Pay A
Registration Fee
$15.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,427.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$4,085.00
