Description
Truck driving instructors teach people the theory and practice of how to operate a truck safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed to drive and prepare them for the driving theory tests and the practical driving test.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
types of vehicle enginesroad traffic lawstypes of vehicleshealth and safety measures in transportationmechanical components of vehiclescurriculum objectivesoperation of different enginescustomer serviceengine componentsadult educationlearning difficultiesmechanics of motor vehiclesmechanicsdriving examinationsdriver's license structure
Practical Skills
give constructive feedbackensure vehicle operabilityperform defensive drivingapply teaching strategiesassist students in their learningcontrol the performance of the vehicleencourage students to acknowledge their achievementsapply health and safety standardsguarantee students' safetyensure vehicles are equipped with accessibility equipmentinterpret traffic signalsadapt to new technology used in carsadapt teaching to student's capabilitiesteach driving practicespark vehiclesdiagnose problems with vehiclesmonitor developments in field of expertisedrive vehiclesshow consideration for student's situationread mapsdemonstrate when teachingdrive in urban areasoperate an emergency communication systemassess studentsuse geographic memorymanoeuvre heavy trucksteach driving theoryprovide lesson materials