Operate a light 4WD vehicle off road in the Primary Industry - Micro-credential
Level 3
Overview
Level of study
Level 3
Cost (incl GST)
*
Length
2 months
Prerequisites
Learners must be employed in the sector. Restricted New Zealand Driver’s Class 1 license
* Programme part of Government’s Free Trades Training initiative which may mean a subsidised price.
Summary
Suitable for those working with light 4WD vehicles OFF road in the primary industries. This bite sized piece of learning will prepare learners for the safe operation, pre-start checks, different terrains and on-road readiness.
Topics include:
- preparation for safe operation of a light 4WD vehicle off road:
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- light 4WD vehicle types and uses
- light 4WD vehicle stability and loads
- off road conditions and driving techniques
- water hazards and precautions
- on road readiness.
- Safe operation of a light 4WD vehicle off road:
- pre-start checks
- oil and fluid maintenance
- operate a light 4WD vehicle off road on different terrain
- operate a light 4WD vehicle through water
- on road readiness check.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this programme, learners will be able to:
- describe light 4WD features and dynamics
- describe safe operation of a light 4WD vehicle off road
- describe safe operation of a light 4WD vehicle through water
- carry out a pre-start check on a light 4WD vehicle
- operate a light 4WD vehicle off road on different terrain
- operate a light 4WD vehicle through water
- carry out an on-road use check on a light 4WD vehicle.