African Offroad Academy (WC) - New Training Programmes
Posted: Thu Jan 13, 2011 9:51 pm
During 2010 African offroad Academy (Western Cape) only presented the full accreditation training programme, but we identified the need for a more basic "entry level" training programme. To this end we developed a Basic 4x4 & Offroad driver training course. This is a training course developed for the new comer to the off road scene.
Attached is a schedule of our training weekends up to December 2011 in order for you to book training at a suitable time. If there are enough people interested for training on another date, this can be done with prior arrangement.
1. PHASE 1 BASIC 4X4 & OFFROAD DRIVER TRAINING
DESCRIPTION
This learning programme has been designed for the "newbie" 4x4 and off-road vehicle operator who has little or no off-road driving experience and who would like to use their 4x4 and off-road vehicle in a safe, effective & environmentally friendly manner.
This learning program serves as a first step in the accreditation process for full accreditation under the approved 4x4 & Offroad Driver unit standard (US254135). Successful completion of the Phase 1 training entitles the learner to follow the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process to gain a Driver Competency Certificate (DCC).
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Phase 1 consists of a practical driver training course, presented by fully qualified and accredited 4x4 & Offroad Instructors. Attending this training program the learner will gain knowledge and practical experience in the following:
· Tyre Deflation
· Driving on different surfaces (sand/mud/rock)
· Water crossings
· Assessing obstacles
· Safety Procedures
· Safety equipment
· Convoy driving procedures
· Safe recovery procedures
· Recovery equipment
· Vehicle preparation
ASSUMED LEARNING
It is assumed that the learner assessed will be in possession of a code A, B or EB drivers licence.
DURATION
5 Hours
COST
R 600.00 per person
ON THE DAY WE PROVIDE:
Access and use of suitable training facility.
Facilitation by a trained accredited instructors.
Morning: light refreshments.
THIS EXLUDES:
This does not include the use of an off- road vehicle and fuel.
Vehicles are available at additional cost and prior arrangement.
Overnight accommodation and camping can be arranged at an additional cost.
2. FULL ACCREDITED LEARNING PROGRAM ACCORDING TO THE UNIT STANDARD 254135
US 254135 apply the techniques for operating four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, in on-road and off-road conditions.
LEVEL/CREDITS
The competent learner will be credited on the National Learner Record Database with: NQF level 3 Credits 4
ASSUMED LEARNING
It is assumed that the learner assessed on this unit standard will be in possession of a code A, B or EB driver license.
Communication on NQF Level 2
DURATION
2 Day (Weekend)
COST
R1500.00
INCLUDES:
Facilitation day
· Access and use of approved training facility.
· Facilitation by a trained accredited instructor.
· Approved learning material.
· Refreshments and lunch.
Assessment Day
· Access and use of approved training facility.
· Assessment by a trained accredited assessor.
· Approved assessment material.
· Refreshments.
· Proof of competence.
· The successful learner will receive:
· Accredited Certificate of Competence
· Cloth logo
· AOA Peak Cap
EXCLUDES:
This does not include the use of an off-road vehicle and fuel.
Vehicles are available at additional cost and prior arrangement.
Overnight accommodation and camping can be arranged at an additional cost.
TOPICS COVERED
· Minimise the impact of your 4x4 and Off-Road Activities on the Environment
· 4x4 Vehicle Configurations
· 4x4 Accessories and Equipment
· Recovery Equipment and Safe Recovery Procedures
· Safe Driving Techniques on Different Surfaces
· Tyres and Tyre Pressures
· Practical Demonstrations
TRAINING TEAM
Your Training team for both these learning programmes consists of:
· Thys de Jager (Instructor),
· Dirk Theron (Instructor),
· Anton Ferreira (Assessor).
Attached is a schedule of our training weekends up to December 2011 in order for you to book training at a suitable time. If there are enough people interested for training on another date, this can be done with prior arrangement.
1. PHASE 1 BASIC 4X4 & OFFROAD DRIVER TRAINING
DESCRIPTION
This learning programme has been designed for the "newbie" 4x4 and off-road vehicle operator who has little or no off-road driving experience and who would like to use their 4x4 and off-road vehicle in a safe, effective & environmentally friendly manner.
This learning program serves as a first step in the accreditation process for full accreditation under the approved 4x4 & Offroad Driver unit standard (US254135). Successful completion of the Phase 1 training entitles the learner to follow the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process to gain a Driver Competency Certificate (DCC).
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Phase 1 consists of a practical driver training course, presented by fully qualified and accredited 4x4 & Offroad Instructors. Attending this training program the learner will gain knowledge and practical experience in the following:
· Tyre Deflation
· Driving on different surfaces (sand/mud/rock)
· Water crossings
· Assessing obstacles
· Safety Procedures
· Safety equipment
· Convoy driving procedures
· Safe recovery procedures
· Recovery equipment
· Vehicle preparation
ASSUMED LEARNING
It is assumed that the learner assessed will be in possession of a code A, B or EB drivers licence.
DURATION
5 Hours
COST
R 600.00 per person
ON THE DAY WE PROVIDE:
Access and use of suitable training facility.
Facilitation by a trained accredited instructors.
Morning: light refreshments.
THIS EXLUDES:
This does not include the use of an off- road vehicle and fuel.
Vehicles are available at additional cost and prior arrangement.
Overnight accommodation and camping can be arranged at an additional cost.
2. FULL ACCREDITED LEARNING PROGRAM ACCORDING TO THE UNIT STANDARD 254135
US 254135 apply the techniques for operating four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, in on-road and off-road conditions.
LEVEL/CREDITS
The competent learner will be credited on the National Learner Record Database with: NQF level 3 Credits 4
ASSUMED LEARNING
It is assumed that the learner assessed on this unit standard will be in possession of a code A, B or EB driver license.
Communication on NQF Level 2
DURATION
2 Day (Weekend)
COST
R1500.00
INCLUDES:
Facilitation day
· Access and use of approved training facility.
· Facilitation by a trained accredited instructor.
· Approved learning material.
· Refreshments and lunch.
Assessment Day
· Access and use of approved training facility.
· Assessment by a trained accredited assessor.
· Approved assessment material.
· Refreshments.
· Proof of competence.
· The successful learner will receive:
· Accredited Certificate of Competence
· Cloth logo
· AOA Peak Cap
EXCLUDES:
This does not include the use of an off-road vehicle and fuel.
Vehicles are available at additional cost and prior arrangement.
Overnight accommodation and camping can be arranged at an additional cost.
TOPICS COVERED
· Minimise the impact of your 4x4 and Off-Road Activities on the Environment
· 4x4 Vehicle Configurations
· 4x4 Accessories and Equipment
· Recovery Equipment and Safe Recovery Procedures
· Safe Driving Techniques on Different Surfaces
· Tyres and Tyre Pressures
· Practical Demonstrations
TRAINING TEAM
Your Training team for both these learning programmes consists of:
· Thys de Jager (Instructor),
· Dirk Theron (Instructor),
· Anton Ferreira (Assessor).
