Course Description: Through textbook, films, and behind the wheel experience in a dual-controlled car, students will gain the knowledge, skills and attitude needed to become a competent and safe driver. The purpose of the Driver Education course is to introduce students to the highway transportation system and to strategies that will develop driving knowledge related to today's and tomorrow's motorized society. It will also provide an in-depth study of the scope and nature of accident problems and their solutions. The content should include, but not be limited to the following: vehicle control and traffic procedure, defensive strategies for driving, natural laws and their application to driving, energy efficient and safe enjoyable vehicle ownership, physical and mental factors, legal and moral obligations, knowledge of motorcycle operations and interactions in the system, planning for safe travel to include map studies, the effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving performance and distracted driving prevention and consequences.
Objectives of the Course:
Provide 30 hours of classroom instruction; 6 hours of driving and 12 hours of observation for each student.
The learner will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to operate a motor vehicle safely.
The learner will develop sound decision making abilities while driving, develop proper driver attitudes and develop driver courtesy while interacting with other drivers.