Duration

This course aims to increase the skills and knowledge required to use the appropriate range, gear and techniques to drive a Four Wheel Drive vehicle. This course is aimed to assist with the safety margin for vehicle drivers.

Trainer / Student Ratio

2:6

Participants must hold a current drivers licence

• Supply of Four Wheel Drive vehicle and recovery gear.
• Wear appropriate clothing/footwear

Handbook

• Student Handbook Download

To correctly operate a Four Wheel Drive vehicle

• Highlight operational safety care for vehicle occupants
• Mechanical appreciation and environmental considerations.
• Company procedures included in the course if required.

Ascent & decent

• How a Four Wheel Drive operates
• Freewheel hubs
• Gear ratios and their uses
• Transmission wind up
• Techniques for Hazardous situations
• Attitude and professional driving
• Vehicle inspection and maintenance
• Relevant road law and regulations
• Defensive driving techniques
• Systematic driving skills
• Correct steering, braking and gear selection

This training may be delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government subsidised funding for eligible applicants.
Please note: Student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Course Fees are to be paid in full at the time of booking to secure a position in the course.
Bookings cancellation and refunds, refer to Aust-Link refund policy