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Table of Contents

Air Brake Tests 1

Basic Conductor/Certification Course 2

Basic Conductor/Mechanical (Combination Package) 3

Basic Hazardous Materials 4

Basic Locomotive Braking 5

Basic Locomotive Engineer/Certification Course 6

Basic Locomotive Mechanical Systems 7

Basic Locomotive Operations 8

Basic Safe Yard and Industrial Switching 9

Basic Safety Course (Combination Package) 10

Canadian Rail Operating Rules (C.R.O.R.) 11

Car Brake System 12

Car Maintenance & Locomotive Maintenance Course 13Car Maintenance & Locomotive Maintenance Course 13

Car Maintenance Course 14

Eastern Code – Hazardous Materials Rules 15

Freight Car Inspection 16

General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) 17

Locomotive Air Brake System 18

Locomotive Dynamic Brake System 19

Locomotive Maintenance Course 20

Personal Safety Around Rail Property and Equipment 21

Roadway Worker Protection 22

Telemetry Devices 23

Track Safety Standards Guidelines 24

Air Brake Tests

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor, Brake Person and Locomotive Engineer

·Air Brake Rules and General Responsibilities·Brake Pipe Leakage Test·Initial Terminal Air Brake Test·Locomotive Air Brake Test

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION The Air Brake Tests lesson and quiz are designed for the conductor and locomotive engineer who will be required to perform tests of the air brake system. Their safety, the safety of others and the safe operation of railway equipment depend upon their knowledge and skill in applying these tests.

Note: To purchase the Basic Conductor/Mechanical Course that includes the Air Brake Tests lesson, see the catalog listing, Basic Conductor/Mechanical.

Note: To purchase the Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical Braking Course that includes the Air Brake Tests lesson, see the catalog listing, Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical/Locomotive Braking.

Web Based Training

T-00030-004

DURATION 1.5 hours

T-00030-004 March 2009Page 1

Basic Conductor/Certification Course

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor

This program is a combination of the following courses: ·Basic Hazardous Materials(T-00010-001)·General Code of Operating Rules-GCOR (T-00020)·Basic Conductor Mechanical (T-00030) including: Freight Car Inspection; Car Brake Inspection; Telemetry Devices; and Air Brake Tests

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course provides prerequisite knowledge that is required to attain certification. Certification is granted by your railway.

Web Based Training

ZT-00040

DURATION 18 hours

ZT-00040 March 2009Page 2

Basic Conductor/Mechanical (Combination Package)

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor and Brake Person

This program is a combination of four courses: ·Freight Car Inspection (T-00030-001)·Car Brake System (T-00030-002)·Telemetry Devices (T-00030-003)·Air Brake Tests (T-00030-004)

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION The course consists of 4 lessons, 4 quizzes, and a Basic Conductor/Mechanical Examination that includes instruction and test questions on how to:·Conduct safety appliance, mechanical and air brake inspections for initial terminal, enroute, roll-by and detector system alert freight car inspections·Inspect and operate the car air brake system·Perform tests of the air brake system·Interpret and apply the information provided by the end-of-train and head-of-train telemetry devices

Web Based Training

ZT-00030

DURATION 5.5 hours

ZT-00030 March 2009Page 3

Basic Hazardous Materials

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor, Brake Person and Locomotive Engineer

·Classes of HazMat·Placarding Requirements·Switching HazMat Cars·Crew Responsibilities·Inspections·Emergency Response Procedures·Shipping Papers·Key Trains

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course covers the Department of Transportation’s regulations governing the transportation of HazMat by rail. The course provides railway employees with the information they need to identify, inspect and safely transport HazMat shipments. The trainee will also learn the correct procedures for responding to and reporting HazMat emergencies. Upon completion of the lessons, an examination tests the trainee’s knowledge of HazMat regulations.

Web Based Training

T-00010-001

DURATION 1 hour

T-00010-001 March 2009Page 4

Basic Locomotive Braking

TARGET AUDIENCE Locomotive Engineer

Car Brake System - The Car Brake System is designed for the conductor and locomotive engineer who are required to inspect and operate the car air brake system. ·Locomotive Air Brake System - This lesson and quiz are designed for the locomotive engineer who will be required to operate, inspect, and test the locomotive air brake system. Operating the locomotive air brake system is one of the most critical train handling procedures. ·Telemetry Devices – The lesson and quiz are designed for conductors and locomotive engineers who will be required to interpret and apply the information provided by the end-of-train and head-of-train telemetry devices. ·Locomotive Dynamic Brake System – The lesson and quiz are designed for the locomotive engineer who will be required to prepare, operate and control the dynamic brake system. ·Air Brake Tests - The lesson and quiz are designed for the conductor and locomotive engineer who will be required to perform tests of the air brake system.

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This basic mechanical course is designed for the locomotive engineer. The course consists of 5 lessons, 5 quizzes and a Locomotive Braking Examination.

Web Based Training

T-00080

DURATION 7 hours

T-00080 March 2009Page 5

Basic Locomotive Engineer/Certification Course

TARGET AUDIENCE Locomotive Engineer

This package includes a combination of the following courses: · ·Basic Hazardous Materials (T-00010-001)·General Code of Operating Rules-GCOR (T-00020)·Basic Locomotive Engineer/Locomotive Mechanical Systems (T-00060)·Basic Locomotive Engineer/Locomotive Operations (T-00070) [Does not include Train Handling]·Basic Locomotive Engineer/Locomotive Braking (T-00080)

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course provides prerequisite knowledge that is required to attain certification. Certification is granted by your railway.

Web Based Training

ZT-00090

DURATION 27 hours

ZT-00090 March 2009Page 6

Basic Locomotive Mechanical Systems

TARGET AUDIENCE Locomotive Engineer

·Basic Diesel Electric Locomotive - Topic examples include Types and Classifications of Locomotives, Basic Locomotive Components and Locomotive Power.·Locomotive Control Stands - Topic examples include Handles, Switches and Valves, Gauges, Lights and Other Controls, and Integrated Electronic Systems.·Locomotive Trucks - Topics include Types of Trucks, Major Truck Components, and Traction Motors.·Locomotive Diesel Engine - Topics include Diesel Engine Parts and Components, Operation of General Electric (GE) and Electro-Motive Division (EMD) Diesel Engines, and GE and EMD diesel engines.·Locomotive Fuel Oil System - Topics include Fuel Oil System Components, Operation of the Fuel Oil System, Electronic Fuel Injection, and Troubleshooting the Fuel Oil System.·Locomotive Lube Oil System - Topics include Lube Oil System Components, Lube Oil Dipstick Readings, and the Operation of the Lube Oil System.·Locomotive Cooling Water System - Topics include Cooling Water System Components, Operation of the Cooling Water System, and the Electro-Motive Division (EMD) and the General Electric (GE) Cooling Water Systems.·Locomotive Electrical System - Topics include Basic Electrical Theory, Electrical System Components, EMD Switch and Fuse Panel and Circuit Breaker Panel, EMD and GE Engine Control Panels, and the Diagnostic Information Display Panel

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This basic mechanical course is designed for the locomotive engineer. The course consists of 8 lessons, 8 quizzes and a Locomotive Mechanical Systems Examination.

Web Based Training

T-00060

DURATION 4 hours

T-00060 March 2009Page 7

Basic Locomotive Operations

TARGET AUDIENCE Locomotive Engineer

·Engine Start and Shutdown - Topics include Start Up and Shutdown Procedures for Electro-Motive Division (EMD) and General Electric (GE) Diesel Engines.·Locomotive Troubleshooting - Topics include Troubleshooting Procedures for Traction Motors, Engine, Air and Exhaust System and the Electrical System.·Locomotive Safety Devices - Topics include the Electronic Alertness Device and the Overspeed Control Device.·Locomotive Daily Inspections - Topics include Daily Inspections, Pre-Departure Inspections and Non-Complying Conditions.

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This basic mechanical course is designed for the locomotive engineer. The course consists of 4 lessons, 4 quizzes and a Locomotive Operations Examination.

Web Based Training

T-00070

DURATION 3 hours

T-00070 March 2009Page 8

Basic Safe Yard and Industrial Switching

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor, Brake Person

·Railroad Radio Requirements and Regulations·Radio Operations·Main Track Switches·Other Types of Switches and Derails·Guidelines for Switching Safely·Railroad Signals including Hand Signals, Bells, Whistles and Markers·Headlight Display·Blue Signal Protection for Workmen

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course covers the regulations and safe work practices for radio operation, signals, switches and switching. For example, the trainee will be provided with information on how to communicate effectively using a radio, how to avoid damaging cars and equipment when switching, and how to interpret various railroad signals. Upon completion of the lessons, an examination tests the trainee’s knowledge of practices for a safe rail yard.

Web Based Training

T-00010-002

DURATION 2 hours

T-00010-002 March 2009Page 9

Basic Safety Course (Combination Package)

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor, Brake Person and Locomotive Engineer

This program is a combination of three courses: Basic Hazardous Materials (T-0010-001), Basic Safe Yard and Industrial Switching (T-0010-002) and Personal Safety Around Rail Property and Equipment (T-0010-003).

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Web Based Training

ZT-00010

DURATION 5 hours

ZT-00010 March 2009Page 10

Canadian Rail Operating Rules (C.R.O.R.)

TARGET AUDIENCE Operations supervisors that have had limited or no exposure to train operations.

Operating RulesNon-main track rules; Main track rules; Rules applicable to switching; Radio Rules; Main track authority; Rules applied in emergencies; Systems of train control; Special Instructions; Dangerous Goods.

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION Upon successful completion of this course, trainees will have the skills and knowledge to perform basic operating tasks under the supervision of a qualified conductor in a yard and mainline environment.

They will be able to demonstrate the following:

•�Non-main track and main track rules compliance.•�Coupling and uncoupling procedures.•�Handbrake application and yard switching techniques.•�Safe handling of Dangerous Goods.•�Proper procedures relating to copying authorities.

Web Based Training

DURATION 8 hours

March 2009Page 11

Car Brake System

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor, Brake Person and Locomotive Engineer

Examples of topics in the Car Brake System lesson and quiz include:

·Car Air Brake Components·Car Air Brake System Operation·Special Features of the Control Valve·Air Brake Equipment Adjustments·Car Handbrakes

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION The Car Brake System lesson and quiz are designed for the conductor, brake person and locomotive engineer who are required to inspect and operate the car air brake system.

Note: To purchase the Basic Conductor/Mechanical Course that includes the Car Brake System lesson, see the catalog listing, Basic Conductor/Mechanical.

Note: To purchase the Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical/Locomotive Braking Course that includes the Car Brake System lesson, see the catalog listing, Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical/Locomotive Braking.

Web Based Training

T-00030-002

DURATION 2 hours

T-00030-002 March 2009Page 12

Car Maintenance & Locomotive Maintenance Course

TARGET AUDIENCE Car Maintenance/Locomotive Maintenance Personnel

E-000130-001 -Railroad Safety Appliance Standards (CFR 231)E-000130-002 -Railroad Power Brakes (CFR 232)E-000140-001 -Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards (CFR 229)

Equipment Maintenance Personnel

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is based on CFR 229, 231 and 232. The Railroad Safety Appliance Standards module consists of six lessons with an approximate completion time of 4 hours. The Railroad Power Brakes module consists of three lessons with an approximate completion time of 2.5 hours, and an examination with a completion time of approximately .5 hour. The Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards module consists of two lessons and an examination. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete these lessons and .5 hour to complete the examination.

Web Based Training

EM-00150

DURATION 9 hours

EM-00150 March 2009Page 13

Car Maintenance Course

TARGET AUDIENCE Car Maintenance Personnel

The topics covered in the modules are:

Railroad Safety Appliance Standards (CFR 231)·Course Overview·Box and Other House Cars ·Hopper Cars and Gondolas·Flat Cars·Tank Cars·Caboose Cars

Railroad Power Brakes (CFR 232)·General Brake System Requirements for Freight Trains·Inspection, Periodic Maintenance and Testing of Brakes·End-of-Train Devices and New Brake System Technology

Equipment Maintenance Personnel

COURSE DESCRIPTION Designed for Car Maintenance Personnel, this course covers Railroad Safety Appliance Standards (CFR 231) and Railroad Power Brakes (CFR 232) from the Code of Federal Regulations. The Railroad Safety Appliance Standards module consists of six lessons and The Railroad Power Brakes module consists of three lessons.

Web Based Training

EM-00130

DURATION 7 hours

EM-00130 March 2009Page 14

Eastern Code – Hazardous Materials Rules

TARGET AUDIENCE Railroad employees that are:·Responsible for inspecting or transporting hazardous materials, and ·Employed by a railroad that follows the Eastern Code – Hazardous Materials Rules©

·General Requirements·Hazard Classes·Documentation·Inspections·Placards·Markings·Switching·Placement in Train·Key Trains·Emergencies

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION The Eastern Code – Hazardous Materials Rules© are a set of uniform instructions for employees that transport hazardous materials by rail. This course presents the information from the Eastern Code – Hazardous Materials Rules© handbook, supplemented with graphics and questions. The course provides railroad employees with the information they need to identify, inspect and safely transport HazMat shipments. The trainees will also learn the correct procedures for responding to and reporting HazMat emergencies. Upon completion of the three lessons, an examination tests the trainee’s knowledge of the rules.

Web Based Training

T-00010-004

DURATION 2.5 hours

T-00010-004 March 2009Page 15

Freight Car Inspection

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor and Brake Person

Examples of topics covered in the Freight Car Inspection lesson and quiz include:

·Inspection Rules and Regulations·Safety Appliances·Mechanical and Air Brake inspections·Interpreting and Responding to Trackside Detector Messages

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION As a conductor, the trainee will be required to conduct safety appliance, mechanical and air brake inspections. Understanding how and when to perform initial terminal, en route, roll-by and detector system alert freight car inspections will ensure safe and efficient railroad operation.

Note: To purchase the Basic Conductor/Mechanical Course that includes the Freight Car Inspection lesson, see the catalog listing, Basic Conductor/Mechanical.

Web Based Training

T-00030-001

DURATION 30 minutes

T-00030-001 March 2009Page 16

General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR)

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor and Locomotive Engineer

The module consists of lessons and quizzes on the following rules:

·GCOR Glossary ·GCOR Section 1.0: General Responsibilities·GCOR Section 2.0: Railroad Radio Rules·GCOR Section 3.0: and 4.0: Standard Time and Timetables·GCOR Section 5.0: Signals and Their Use·GCOR Section 6.0: Movement of Trains and Engines·GCOR Section 7.0: Switching·GCOR Section 8.0: Switches·GCOR Section 9.0: Block System Rules·GCOR Section 10.0: Centralized Traffic Control (CTC)·GCOR Section 14.0: Track Warrant Control (TWC)·GCOR Section 15.0: Track Bulletin Rules·GCOR Section 16.0: Direct Traffic Control (DTC)·GCOR Scenarios

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION The GCOR course covers the rules that govern the operation of the railroad.

Web Based Training

T-00020

DURATION 11 hours

T-00020 March 2009Page 17

Locomotive Air Brake System

TARGET AUDIENCE Locomotive Engineer

·Air Brake System Principles·Locomotive Main Reservoir Air System·Independent Air Brake System·Automatic Air Brake System·Setting Up A Multiple Unit Consist·Air Flow Meter·Electronic Air Brake

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION As a locomotive engineer, the trainee will be required to operate, inspect, and test the locomotive air brake system. Operating the locomotive air brake system is one of the most critical train handling procedures to learn. However, the trainee must be able to explain how the system works before learning the skills to operate it effectively.

Note: To purchase the Basic Locomotive Engineer Mechanical Braking Course that includes the Locomotive Air Brake System, see the catalog listing, Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical/Locomotive Braking.

Web Based Training

T-00080-001

DURATION 1.5 hours

T-00080-001 March 2009Page 18

Locomotive Dynamic Brake System

TARGET AUDIENCE Locomotive Engineer

·Components·System Operation·Types of Dynamic Brakes·Guidelines for Using Dynamic Brakes·Combining Types of Brakes

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION The Locomotive Dynamic Brake System lesson and quiz are designed for the locomotive engineer who will be required to prepare, operate and control the dynamic brake system.

Note: To purchase the Basic Locomotive Engineer Mechanical Braking Course that includes the Locomotive Dynamic Brake System, see the catalog listing, Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical/Locomotive Braking.

Web Based Training

T-00080-002

DURATION 30 minutes

T-00080-002 March 2009Page 19

Locomotive Maintenance Course

TARGET AUDIENCE Locomotive Maintenance Personnel

Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards (CFR 229)

The Locomotive Inspections and Tests lesson includes topics on:

·Requirements. Penalties, Reports and Waivers·Movement of Non-Complying Locomotives·Daily Inspections·Periodic Inspections·Annual and Biennial Tests·Main Reservoir Test and Out of Use Credit

The Locomotive Safety and Design Requirements lesson includes topics on:

·General Requirements·Draft System and Suspension System·Electrical System and External Combustion Equipment·Steam Generators·Cabs and Cab Equipment·Cab Lights and Headlights·Auxiliary Lights·Event Recorders·Body Structure of MU Locomotives

The Railroad Power Brakes (CFR 232) lesson consists of topics on:

·General Brake System Requirements for Freight Trains·Inspection, Periodic Maintenance and Testing of Brakes·End-of-Train Devices and New Brake System Technology

Equipment Maintenance Personnel

COURSE DESCRIPTION Designed for Locomotive Maintenance Personnel, this course covers Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards (CFR 229) and Railroad Power Brakes (CFR 232) from the Code of Federal Regulations. The Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards module consists of two lessons and an examination. The Railroad Power Brakes (CFR 232) module consists of three lessons and an examination.

Web Based Training

EM-00140

DURATION 5 hours

EM-00140 March 2009Page 20

Personal Safety Around Rail Property and Equipment

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor, Brake Person and Locomotive Engineer

·Avoiding Exertion and Motion Injuries ·Safe Practices for Lifting, Handbrake Operations and Aligning Couplers ·Fatigue·Safety Goals·Job Briefing Guidelines·Basic Safety Rules Common to All Crafts·Craft Specific Safety Rules

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course covers the proper techniques for safely completing the duties of a railroad employee. The trainee is provided with the information they need to avoid becoming injured or endangering other employees. For example, the trainee will learn about the most common types of injuries, safe practices for a variety of activities and safety rules. Upon completion of the lessons, an examination tests the trainee’s knowledge of personal safety.

Web Based Training

T-00010-003

DURATION 2 hours

T-00010-003 March 2009Page 21

Roadway Worker Protection

TARGET AUDIENCE Track Personnel

The Guidelines and Responsibilities lesson includes topics on:

·On Track Safety ·Personnel Responsibilities·Supervision And Communication

The Operating Regulations lesson includes topics on:

·Roadway Maintenance Machines·Working Limits On Controlled Track·Working Limits On Non-Controlled Track·On Track Protection On Adjacent Tracks·Lone Worker Individual Train Detection·Train Approach Warning

Engineering

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course covers the Code of Federal Regulations, detailing the on track safety requirements for all roadway workers. The course meets the Federal Railroad Administration requirements concerning roadway worker protection. The trainee will learn the responsibilities for working safely and efficiently, as well as the different methods used for achieving on track safety.

The course consists of two lessons, a quiz, and an examination.

Web Based Training

E-00110-001

DURATION 2 hours

E-00110-001 March 2009Page 22

Telemetry Devices

TARGET AUDIENCE Conductor, Brake Person and Locomotive Engineer

·Functions and Operation of Train Telemetry Devices·Specific instruction on the End-of-Train (ETD) and Head-of Train Telemetry Devices

Transportation

COURSE DESCRIPTION As a railway conductor, locomotive engineer or brake person, the trainee will be required to interpret and apply the information provided by the end-of-train and head-of-train telemetry devices. Their safety, the safety of others and the safe operation of railway equipment depend on correctly applying this information.

Note: To purchase the Basic Conductor/Mechanical Course that includes the Telemetry Devices lesson, see the catalog listing, Basic Conductor/Mechanical.

Note: To purchase the Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical/Locomotive Braking Course that includes the Telemetry Devices lesson, see the catalog listing, Basic Locomotive Engineer/Mechanical/Locomotive Braking.

Web Based Training

T-00030-003

DURATION 1 hour

T-00030-003 March 2009Page 23

Track Safety Standards Guidelines

TARGET AUDIENCE Track Personnel

·Track Inspection Basics·Track Configurations·Track Geometry Defects·Defects Related to Right-of-Way·Defects Related to Track Structure·Defects with Turnout and Track Crossings

Engineering

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course provides instruction and questions on the Track Safety Standards (49 CFR 213), as mandated by the FRA from the Code of Federal Regulations. The trainee will learn to recognize the various types of track defects that may be observed during a track inspection, and become familiar with the steps taken to accurately measure those defects. Once the defects have been detected and measured, the trainee will also learn the requirements for reporting defects and the remedial actions that must be taken. This course has been reviewed by the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA)

The course consists of six lessons, a quiz, and an examination.

Web Based Training

E-00110-002

DURATION 10 hours

E-00110-002 March 2009Page 24