Introduction to Farm Vehicles (UCOL)

Type Training scheme 
Size/Credits 
Level 
Sector Agriculture 
Owner UCOL 
Developer UCOL 
Primary topic Vehicles, machinery and infrastructure 
Secondary topic None 
Current? 
Pre-employment and/or On-the-job Pre-employment 
Qualification Introduction to Farm Vehicles 
Learner outcomes / graduate profile LO 1 – Understand legal requirements associated with the use of farm vehicles (both on-farm and off-farm).
LO 2 – Understand the purpose of each vehicle and appropriate use (right vehicle for the job).
LO 3 – Understand the potential risk of accidents with farm vehicles.
LO 4 – Understanding the process of pre-ride and basic maintenance of motorbikes, tractors, and LUV.
LO 5 – Demonstrate LUV and motorbike riding skills on mixed terrain, as well as flat riding skills.
LO 6 – Understand the impact of loads on motorbikes, LUV, and be able to ride with mounted loads.
LO 7 – Understand the impact of towing with a LUV, and successfully ride both vehicles with a trailer attached.
LO 8 – Begin developing riding skills on different and rolling terrain 
Stackable Not currently 
Link to other learning May lead into any of the 4 vehicle MCs 
Development / approval date 12:00:00 AM 
More information at enquiry@ucol.ac.nz ; 0800 468 265 
Comments This is a 5 day course.