Postgraduate Certificate in Defensive and Evasive Driving
-- viewing nowThe Postgraduate Certificate in Defensive and Evasive Driving is a comprehensive course that provides learners with crucial skills for career advancement in the transportation and security industries. This certificate program focuses on enhancing driving techniques to ensure the safety and security of passengers, goods, and self in various driving conditions.
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• Advanced Driving Techniques: This unit will cover the latest defensive and evasive driving techniques, including skid control, emergency braking, and accident avoidance.
• Risk Assessment and Management: Students will learn how to identify and assess potential driving hazards and implement effective risk management strategies.
• Vehicle Dynamics and Handling: This unit will explore the physics of vehicle movement, including weight transfer, traction, and stability, to improve handling and control.
• Legal and Ethical Considerations: Students will study the legal and ethical implications of defensive and evasive driving, including duty of care and the consequences of reckless driving.
• Incident Response and Recovery: This unit will cover best practices for responding to and recovering from collisions and other driving incidents, with a focus on minimizing damage and injury.
• Defensive Driving Tactics: This unit will teach students how to anticipate and respond to potential threats on the road, including other drivers, pedestrians, and road conditions.
• Evasive Driving Maneuvers: Students will learn advanced maneuvers for avoiding collisions, such as J-turns, reverse 180s, and PIT (Pursuit Intervention Technique) maneuvers.
• High-Speed Driving: This unit will cover safe high-speed driving techniques, including cornering, braking, and lane changes, for high-performance and emergency situations.
• Off-Road Driving: Students will learn how to navigate difficult terrain, including sand, mud, and snow, and how to recover from getting stuck or losing traction.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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