Center for Transformative Infrastructure Preservation and Sustainability

Project Details

Title:
Driving Futures: Empowering Tribal Communities through CDL Training Hub and Infrastructure Sustainability
Principal Investigators:
Matthew Mastel and Shelby Martell
University:
Status:
Active
Type:
Education
Year:
2024
Grant #:
69A3552348308 (IIJA / BIL)
Project #:
CTIPS-038
RiP #:
RH Display ID:
161240
Keywords:
certification, commercial drivers, driver licensing, education and training, test facilities

Abstract

This project outlines the benefits of establishing a testing hub for certifications such as Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL) and Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) certifications. The creation of a centralized testing hub will increase convenience and efficiency for candidates by streamlining administrative processes, providing standardized evaluations, and ensuring quality assurance and integrity in assessments. This hub will serve as a focal point for educational resources and training opportunities for both CDL and HEO candidates.

By facilitating collaboration among tribal schools, workforce development organizations, and other stakeholders, the testing hub will contribute to economic growth while improving safety standards within the transportation and heavy equipment industries. The project aims to establish a testing hub at United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) to benefit students and professionals from tribal schools across North Dakota.

The project will impact various sectors, including transportation education, workforce development, and safety standards, ultimately leading to a more efficient and effective workforce. This testing hub will support both CDL and HEO certification processes, creating a centralized and standardized approach that benefits candidates, local industries, and the region as a whole.

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