TRAN 150 — Railroad Basics and Safety
This beginning level course examines railroad basics and safety as they relate to the freight conductor. It is designed to introduce prospective railroad conductors to the basic principles of the rail industry including the yard, track components, railroad equipment, and railcar markings. The course will introduce students to safety practices and procedures for the freight industry including safety reels, roles and responsibilities of the railroad conductor, operation red block, operating rules, two-way communication, and speed rules and/or restrictions.