The program is effective from 01.11.2023

Basic principles of category B training program

Organizational bases of teaching

Beginner level:

The training of category B drivers consists of theoretical preparation and driving lessons in accordance with the curriculum. Theoretical lessons take place in an auto class equipped with visual aids and relevant technology (computer, projector, etc.). Driving lessons are conducted in a training vehicle under the guidance of an instructor.

Advanced level:

Theoretical lessons take place in an auto class equipped with visual aids and relevant technology (computer, projector, etc.). Driving lessons are conducted in a training vehicle under the guidance of an instructor.

Activities and methods for achieving learning outcomes

Beginner level:

Theoretical lessons take place in the auto class in the form of lectures and dialogues. To achieve the best results, various aids are used - illustrative drawings, photos, diagrams, video films, video clips relevant to the topic being studied. Driving lessons take place in a training vehicle. For the best results, illustrative drawings and diagrams relevant to the topic being taught are used.

Advanced level:

Theoretical lessons take place in the auto class in the form of lectures and dialogues. To achieve the best results, various aids are used - illustrative drawings, photos, diagrams, video films, video clips relevant to the topic being studied. Driving lessons take place in a training vehicle.

Assessment methods (checking the achievement of learning outcomes)

Beginner level:

After each theoretical lesson, a test is conducted. Tests correspond to the covered (studied) topic. After receiving test results, mistakes in the answers are discussed. Test results are recorded in the journal - "P" (passed), if the student did not manage to understand the topic - "NP" (not passed). In this case, the student needs to retake the test.

At the end of each driving lesson, a note is made in the training card about the results of the studies - if the student acquired the necessary skills and experience - marked "P" (passed), if the student did not acquire the necessary experience - "NP" (not passed).

Each topic of the driving lesson is worked through until the student has mastered it and receives a grade - "P", and only then moves on to another topic of the lesson.

Advanced level:

A knowledge check occurs at the end of the theoretical preparation. At the end of the driving lesson, a note is made in the training card about the results of the studies - if the student acquired the necessary skills and experience - marked "P" (passed), if the student did not acquire the necessary experience - "NP" (not passed).

Assessment criteria (requirements for assessing learning outcomes)

Beginner level:

The level of the student's theoretical preparation is determined after checking knowledge by testing in each studied topic.

  • 100 – 80% of the total number of questions - "P" (passed);
  • 79% and below - "NP" (not passed) – in this case, a homework assignment is given, and a retest is conducted. Driving lessons are conducted from simpler to more complex principles. Basic skills are practiced on the training lot in a calm, friendly atmosphere.

An instructor makes a note in the training card allowing participation in traffic after the student has acquired basic driving skills on the vehicle at the training lot.

The basic elements of driving a vehicle in the city are practiced on roads with low traffic intensity. As the student's skill level increases, tasks become more complex, and the training is considered complete when the student's skills meet the qualification requirements for a category B vehicle driver.

Advanced level:

Theoretical training: The student has acquired the fundamentals of economical, environmentally friendly driving style, and behavior in slippery road conditions.

Driving training: The student participates in a driving lesson, which is more motivated to drive in an environmentally friendly, risk-avoiding manner considering other road users, and knows how to emergency brake and use the necessary techniques to swerve around obstacles.

Timing plan for completing subjects

The minimum duration of the beginner level is 4 weeks.

The advanced level training lasts at least 1 day.

Volume of subjects

Beginner level:

Theoretical training - at least 28 hours, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes) - classroom form. Driving training - at least 30 hours, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes).

First aid training - (16 academic hours).

The volume of first aid training in theory lessons is 16 hours, of which 6 hours are in the form of a practical session.

Driving at night:

Theoretical training - at least 1 hour, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes) - practical training form. Driving training - at least 1 hour, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes).

Practicing skid maneuvers at beginner level:

Theoretical training - at least 2 hours, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes) - classroom form. Driving training - at least 1 hour, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes).

Advanced level:

Theoretical training - at least 4 hours, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes) - classroom form. Driving training - at least 2 hours, (1 academic hour - 45 minutes).

Volume of subjects by topics in Appendix 1.

Content of independent work

Beginner level:

At the beginner level, students are required to study independently and then develop their knowledge of traffic rules, solve tests, read literature related to safe traffic (textbooks, books, electronic educational materials).

Advanced level:

Not applicable at the advanced level.

List of mandatory literature

Beginner level:

  • Traffic Law 2023;
  • Liikluskool.ee. Illustrated Traffic Law. 2021
  • Essiko Group: Traffic Tests B-cat.
  • Driving school curriculum
  • Regulations for the examination of motor vehicle drivers, granting them driving rights, and the forms of driving licenses and requirements for examination vehicles. https://www.riigiteataja.ee
  • Conditions and order for preparing motor vehicle drivers and the curricula for motor vehicle driver training. https://www.riigiteataja.ee

Advanced level:

Not applicable at the advanced level.

The role of the instructor and opportunities for involving the instructor in preparing the driver for additional driving practice.

Beginner level:

After acquiring sufficient driving experience on the training lot (noted in the training card as "allowed to participate in traffic"), students have the opportunity to drive with an instructor in a legally established manner. Additional hours with the instructor are not counted in the school's training program.

Advanced level:

Not applicable at the advanced level.

APPENDIX 1

Igor Ivanovski's Driving School BRAVO Category B Course Volumes by Topics

Beginner level training

Topic No.

Theoretical Training

Hours

Topic No.

Driving Training

Hours

T1

Overview of the organization and objectives of the training, guidance for independent study

2

S1

Driver's position and safety equipment, vehicle handling

1

T2

Traffic as a system. Concepts.

2

S2

Vehicle handling

1

T3

Traffic as a system. Concepts.

2

S3

Vehicle handling

1

T4

Traffic as a system. Meaning of traffic lights. Controller signals.

2

S4

Vehicle handling

1

T5

Traffic as a system. Warning signs and their meanings.

2

S5

Driving on roads with low traffic

1

T6

Traffic as a system. Priority signs.

1

S6

Driving on roads with low traffic

1

T7

Traffic as a system. Prohibition and advisory signs.

2

S7

Vehicle maneuvering

1

T8

Traffic as a system. Mandatory and direction signs.

2

S8

Vehicle maneuvering

1

T9

Traffic as a system. Guide signs and service area signs.

2

S9

Crossing intersections

1

T10

Traffic as a system. Additional information signs.

2

S10

Crossing intersections

1

T11

Traffic as a system. Meanings of road signs.

2

S11

Crossing intersections

1

RT 12

Basics of traffic safety. Factors affecting stopping distance and risk prevention.

2

S12

Crossing intersections

1

PT 13

Basics of traffic safety. Environmentally friendly vehicle usage.

2

S13

Crossing intersections

1

T14

Considering other road users.

2

S14

Crossing intersections

1

T15

Starting a journey and vehicle positioning while driving

2

S15

Finishing a journey and parking

1

T16

Crossing intersections.

2

S16

Finishing a journey and parking

1

T17

Driving a vehicle during darkness.

2

S17

Finishing a journey and parking

1

T18

Vehicle's technical condition.

2

S18

Finishing a journey and parking

1

T19

Vehicle's technical condition.

2

S19

Highway driving

1

T20

Insurance

2

S20

Highway driving

1

Theory and driving exams at the Road Administration

Obtaining the initial driving license

Completion of the final stage of driver training

Theory Training

Driving Training

LT1

Environmentally friendly, safe, and considerate mindset. Behavior in slippery road conditions.

3

LS1

Deepening environmentally friendly, risk-averse, and considerate driving habits

1

LT2

Practice for avoiding risks in slippery road conditions

1

LS2

Exercises for avoiding risks in slippery road conditions on training grounds

1

Total for final stage training

4

Total for final stage training

2