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Graduated from TDI and going to Stevens at the end of January

Discussion in 'Stevens' started by pharrari, Dec 23, 2012.

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  1. Dec 23, 2012 #1
    pharrari

    pharrari Light Load Member

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    Hey folks! I've graduated from TDI in Sanford! This was a 3 week school and for the past 2 weeks I drove at least an hour to 2 hours a day on the road. I passed my state test but I still don't feel strong on driving and maneuvers. What is going to happen when Stevens flies me into Dallas? Is there additional training provided or what happens?
     
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  3. Dec 23, 2012 #2
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  4. Dec 23, 2012 #3
    SHOJim

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    Congrats pharrari!
     
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  5. Dec 23, 2012 #4
    pharrari

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    Thanks!

    I didn't think I was gonna make it in the first shot!
     
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  7. Dec 23, 2012 #5
    KMac

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    First of all... Stevens is not going to fly you into Dallas... think Greyhound...

    Second, you will go out with a trainer for 5 weeks, then you will go out with another student for 3 weeks, then you will.do at least 90 days in grad fleet...

    Pretty thorough training.
     
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  8. Dec 23, 2012 #6
    pharrari

    pharrari Light Load Member

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    I already talk to someone at Steven's. They'll reimburse up to $200 for flying. I won't be taking no bus!
     
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  9. Dec 23, 2012 #7
    Goodykos

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    I too graduated from TDI. Believe me, it is kind of scary on your first time. You will probably be with a trainer. Now is the time for you to work on your skills. Don't push yourself too hard and listen to the trainer.
     
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  10. Dec 23, 2012 #8
    MountainWind

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    Congrats on passing and good luck at Stevens!
     
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  11. Dec 23, 2012 #9
    pharrari

    pharrari Light Load Member

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    Thanks everyone! It's just a shame that I have to wait so long. I'm afraid of what I don't use, I'll lose. I don't have money to rent a truck. Should I pick up my HazMat before I get to Dallas?
     
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  12. Dec 23, 2012 #10
    KMac

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    They will reimburse the cost of the bus ticket... up to $200

    If the greydog costs $130... that is what they will give you. You should also double check that this is a true reimbursement and not an advance. It was an advance for those who went to school in Dallas, not sure about the OR1 students
     
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