ACCREDITED TRAINING : BASIC 4X4 AGAINST US254135

Duration : 2 Days

Venues :
Day1 Theory :  Normally client provides the lecture room, otherwise at Jameson Ave 4, Door De Kraal, Bellville
Day2 Practical : Melkbos 4x4, 3km north from Melkbosstrand on the west coast road.

Cost : R2400.00 per candidate: Payable in advanced
Included : Full Training and Assessment, Use of 4x4 track on 2 days, Coffee/Tea on the day of theoretical day, Training Manual.

What to bring with :
2 x Certified Copies of ID ; 2x Certified Copies of Drivers License; 2 x Color Passport size Photos with name printed at the back ; 4x4 Vehicle ; Vehicle's Owner Manual ; Tyre Pressure gauge; 12V Tyre Pump ; Spare wheel; Wheel spanner; Gloves; Any recovery equipment you may have; 1.5 liter drinking water per day; Lunch and Refreshments. Pen (black ink)
Previous learning is not a requirement. If you are experienced, a 4x4 resume will reflects good on your portfolio of evidence.

Induction (0.5 hrs) :
Welcome; Attendance; Logistics; Background OBS; SAQA; TETA; Credits; Off-road Regulation; Special Needs
Pre-assessment meeting (barriers, appealing rights, assessment plan, assessment request, indemnity)

Working Documents :
Workshop Manual, Training Manual, Unit Standard 254135, Portfolio of Evidence(to be handed in)

Theory  :
ENGINES (Petrol vs Diesel, Power vs Torque, Fluid levels, Cooling and 4WD, Engine braking)
DIFFERENT 4WD CONFIGURATIONS ( AWD, Part Time, Full Time)
TRANSMISSIONS ( Drivetrain components & functions, Different 4WD configurations, Windup, Shift options)
SUSPENSIONS (Chassis, Springs, Axles, Suspensions, Articulation)
CONTROL SYSTEMS (Steering, Gearing, Accelerating, Braking, ABS, EBD, HDC, Anti-Stall, Traction Control, Difflocks)
TYRES ( Types, Markings, Recommended Pressures, Repair tools, Tyre repair)
4WD VEHICLES ( Range, Capabilities, Features, Limitations, Preparations, Controls, Product related training, Tools)
BASIC OFF- & ONROAD  DRIVING SKILLS ( Regulation, Gear selection , Route selection, Ascents, Descents, Cross-axles, Side slopes, Safety first approach, Water-crossings)
BASIC RECOVERY ( Recovery & Safety Equipment, Ratings and Purpose, Recovery Points, Self & Pull Recovery)
4X4 LIFESTYLE ( Etiquette, Camping and off-road activities, Tread Lightly, Camp site, Veld Toilet, Dangers in the wild )

which includes all the outcomes of US254135 below
Vehicles :
Options, Power Sources, Range of features, Capabilities, Limitations (centre of gravity, approach angle, departure angle, brake-over angle, ground clearance, other dimensions), Control Systems (Brakes , ABS, ESC, TC, Anti Stall, HDC, Terrain Response Systems),Controls and Owner's Manual.
Preparation :  Fluid levels, Lights, Tyre Pressure, Tools, Recovery&Safety&Health Equipment, Safety Features.
Chassis & Suspension : Construction types, Springs (coil-, leaf-, air-,torsen bar), Shocks, Axles (solid-,independant-), Suspensions and Operating conditions
Drive train : 4WD configurations (Perm 4WD-, Part time 4WD, AWD), Clutch, Torque converter, Gearboxes (automatic, manual, semi-automatic), Transfer case, Propshaft, Axles, Final Drive, Side shafts, Locking Hubs (manual, auto)
Operating a 4WD : Regulation, Route selection, Gear selections, Using Difflocks, Driving obstacles (ascents, descents, rocks and rough terrain, water and mud, river crossings, sand driving, ditches and dongas, veld conditions, grass and cambers)

Non Driving Tasks  : to be performed by each candidate
Tyre Plug Repair (temporary through sidewall)
Spare wheel change
Deflating and inflating
Explain vehicle controls, use thereof in terms of Owner's Manual Instructions
Point out Identify recovery equipment and discuss purpose/ how to use
Checking fluid levels

Driving Tasks  : to be performed by each candidate
Perform a Reverse Stall
Perform an emergency stop - gravel road
Shifting : H2 <==> H4 ; L <==> H;
Driving cross-axle demonstrating TC technique, better line, use of little momentum, use of locker.
Driving Sideslope
Driving an off-road track with ascents, descents and cross-axles

Assignments : (own time)
(1) . Complete questionnaire about own vehicle
(2) . Vehicle Assignment

Homework : (own time)
Pre-reading Training Manual - all sections marked "B"
Complete assignments

Final Assessment :
(Continuous evaluation and assessment will be done throughout the practical.)
Questions and Answers session.
Questionnaire (open book ) : US254135
Special case Interview (exceptions only, if needed for confirmation)
Hand in Portfolio of Evidences.
Assessor Feedback
Learner Feedback

Certification :
Certificate : After TETA's endorsement.
Statement of Results : Issued by TETA .
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