Hilux 4x4 Forum

We are happy to announce that African Offroad Academy (Western Cape) kicks off the 2011 4x4 Driver Training schedule with our first training weekend on 5/6 Febuary 2011. The learning program has been developed for the 4x4 & Off-Road vehicle operator who wishes to obtain a formal accredited certificate of competence for off-road driver skills on a nationally accepted Unit Standard 254135. Attached is a schedule of our training weekend up to June 2011 in order for you to book training at a suitable time.


THE LEARNING PROGRAMME
This learning program is based on and approved on Unit Standard 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.

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 consists of:
- Thys de Jager (Instructor),
- Dirk Theron (Instructor),
- Anton Ferreira (Assessor).

VENUE
The 4x4 Co - Training Center
C/O Adam Tas and Papegaairand
Stellenbosch

Thys, can you advise if any other dates have been pencilled in for Cape Town? I can't make this one but am keen to get this done.

Steve I will place our schedule on the forum shortly. We have finalised our dates, and an alternative training programme as well. viewtopic.php?f=128&t=16392" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Watch this space.

I attached our training schedule for 2011. These dates are a guideline for booking purposes, but any additional training dates will be accommodated as the need arises. The venue can also be changed depending of the demographics of the group. I will communicate the proposed venue changes on a month to month basis at least 2 weeks before the scheduled training date. Have fun!

Hi Thys,

Ek sien dat voertuie nie ingesluit is nie. Ek neem aan dat ons dan ons eie voertuie kan gebruik?

J

Ja Johan, eie voertuie...

Is there still place available? 5/6 Feb?

Yes Roy there is another spot or 2 open. I'll send you an email..

Thanks!!

We have some openings available still on the accredited 4x4 training course running on the weekend of 5/6 Feb 2010 at The 4x4 Co in Stellenbosh. Please drop me an email at thysdj@enjoy4x4.co.za if you are interested in joining us.

What a great event it was!

Under the expert tuition of Thys, Anton and Dirk, I learned more in one weekend than I could ever have expected.

I especially enjoyed the two way interaction made possible by the instructor's style of teaching, which is where the real learning took place. Thys, Anton and Dirk's commitment to their students was top class.

In short, a good venue, great instructors, excellent course structure, loads of fun and a meaningful qualification are only some aspects that made this course a "must to do".

Thanks guys!

Highly Recommended.

Thanks for the kind words Paul. It was a pleasure having you guys on the course, and it was your questions that made the interaction possible. Anton, Dirk and I are looking forward to seeing you around more often in the future.

Congrats to Paul and Royco who are the Forum's 2 newest accredited 4x4 and off-road drivers. You guys were a bit nervous in the beginning, but when things started falling into place you came through with flying colours. I had heaps of fun.... !!

Thanks Thys, Anton and Dirk.
It was loads of fun, and definitely educational!!
Just as Paul said: Highly Recommended!!

We can now also welcome Nick to the forum. Hy het nounet aangesluit...

I'll get some photographs of the event from Anton and post them here

Naomi (with the dust-boots) also posted all her photographs on Picasaweb. Here is a link for you.

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