The Efficient and Safe Driving course This is your chance to improve your driving skills, adapting to the current demands of a sector that is constantly growing. In a context where energy efficiency and road safety are global priorities, this course will enable you to gain essential knowledge about driving techniques which not only reduce fuel consumption, but also lower emissions of CO₂. You will learn to drive skilfully in adverse conditions, optimising the balance between speed and fuel consumption. Through a thorough understanding of the vehicle mechanics and the impact of your attitude as a driver, you’ll be able to drive more safely and mindfully. The online training offers you the flexibility to adapt it to your own pace, allowing you to incorporate what you’ve learnt into your day-to-day life. The growing demand for drivers trained in efficiency and safety makes this course a valuable investment in your professional future.
Efficient and Safe Driving
Digital Skills
5 hours
Introduction
Objectives
The objectives to be achieved through the implementation of this Course on Efficient and Safe Driving are as follows:
- To understand the general concepts of the efficient driving.
- To study the practical guidelines on efficient driving.
- To learn some basic concepts of general mechanics.
- Learn about different types of efficient driving tailored to the type of vehicle.
- To understand the aspects of the driving and the driver which affect safe driving.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO EFFICIENT DRIVING
Efficient driving: benefits
Factors contributing to efficient driving
Driving in adverse conditions
TEACHING UNIT 2. ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND EMISSIONS INTO THE ENVIRONMENT
Factors affecting fuel consumption
Energy consumption
Power/torque/revolutions
Speed, fuel consumption, cost per kilometre
Quantifying fuel savings
CO₂ emissions and noise pollution
TEACHING UNIT 3. PRACTICAL RULES FOR EFFICIENT DRIVING
An Introduction to Efficient Driving Techniques
Starting the engine and setting off
Selecting the best combination of speed and gear ratio
Using the vehicle’s momentum
Use of speed-reduction and braking measures on downhill gradients
Benefits of efficient driving
TEACHING UNIT 4. GENERAL MECHANICS
Technical specifications and operation of the components making up the drive system
Technical characteristics and operation of the mechanical motion transmission system
Technical specifications and operation of the running gear components
TEACHING UNIT 5. THE DRIVER’S ATTITUDE
The human factor: comfortable, relaxed and safe driving
Basic attitudes and skills for safe driving
Food
The impact of alcohol, drugs and tobacco on driving
The driver’s attitude and driving behaviour: stress, fatigue, drowsiness…
TEACHING UNIT 6. EFFICIENT DRIVING FROM THE VEHICLE’S PERSPECTIVE
The importance of vehicle maintenance
Vehicle Technical Manual and Vehicle Service Book
Anti-pollution measures
Basic maintenance