Florida Department of Education Curriculum Framework Grades 9 12, ADULT Subject Area: Safety and Driver Education Course Number: 1900300 Course Title: Driver Education/Traffic Safety Classroom Credit:.5 A. Major Concepts/ content: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the highway transportation system and to strategies that will develop driving knowledge and skills related to today s and tomorrow s motorized society. It will also provide and indepth 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
B. Intended Outcomes. After successfully completing this course, the student will: 1. Describe basic aspects of the Highway Transportation System (HTS) its purpose, major elements, effectiveness, and the roles played by man in the system. 2. Describe and demonstrate basic control of the vehicle, including exterior and interior promotion checks, control of motion and direction, and basic maneuvers. 3. Describe, interpret, and react properly to signs, signals, and pavement markings. 4. Describe the need for identifying potential hazards in traffic, making predictions about possible occurrences, making wise decisions for action based on minimum risk, and demonstrate appropriate executions of these decisions (I.P.D.E). 5. Describe and demonstrate the management of space requirements in all driving situations. 6. Describe and demonstrate the skills required to effectively control and take proper actions in emergency situations to avoid a collision or minimize the impact if unavoidable. 7. Describe needed measures for correcting or minimizing the effects of temporary or permanent physical defects for limitations. 8. Describe the legal and moral responsibilities at the scene of highway collisions.
9. Describe the effects of attitudes and emotions on driving decisions. 10. Describe the effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving. 11. Describe the importance of vehicle maintenance for safe and efficient operation. 12. Describe the requirements for compliance with the laws that apply to drivers as well as owners of motor vehicles. 13. Describe the principles and practices related to trip planning. 14. Describe the operation and interaction of motor driven cycles in the Highway Transportation System. 15. Describe and demonstrate specific decisions to be made when interaction with other users of the Highway Transportation System, other that the automobile. 16. Describe the value and demonstrate the use of occupant vehicle restraints and other built-in safety features and devices. 17. Describe the need for actively supporting traffic law enforcement agencies and assisting the improvement of highway safety programs. C. Special note. Classroom instruction only.
Florida Department of Education Curriculum Framework Grades 9 12, ADULT Subject Area: Safety and Driver Education Course Number: 1900310 Course Title: Driver Education/Traffic Safety Classroom and Laboratory Credit:.5 A. Major Concepts/ content: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the highway transportation system and to strategies that will develop driving knowledge and skills related to today s and tomorrow s motorized society. It will also provide and indepth 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
B. Intended Outcomes. After successfully completing this course, the student will: 1. Describe basic aspects of the Highway Transportation System (HTS) its purpose, major elements, effectiveness, and the roles played by man in the system. 2. Describe and demonstrate basic control of the vehicle, including exterior and interior promotion checks, control of motion and direction, and basic maneuvers. 3. Describe, interpret, and react properly to signs, signals, and pavement markings. 4. Describe the need for identifying potential hazards in traffic, making predictions about possible occurrences, making wise decisions for action based on minimum risk, and demonstrate appropriate executions of these decisions (I.P.D.E). 5. Describe and demonstrate the management of space requirements in all driving situations. 6. Describe and demonstrate the skills required to effectively control and take proper actions in emergency situations to avoid a collision or minimize the impact if unavoidable. 7. Describe needed measures for correcting or minimizing the effects of temporary or permanent physical defects for limitations. 8. Describe the legal and moral responsibilities at the scene of highway collisions.
9. Describe the effects of attitudes and emotions on driving decisions. 10. Describe the effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving. 11. Describe the importance of vehicle maintenance for safe and efficient operation. 12. Describe the requirements for compliance with the laws that apply to drivers as well as owners of motor vehicles. 13. Describe the principles and practices related to trip planning. 14. Describe the operation and interaction of motor driven cycles in the Highway Transportation System. 15. Describe and demonstrate specific decisions to be made when interaction with other users of the Highway Transportation System, other that the automobile. 16. Describe the value and demonstrate the use of occupant vehicle restraints and other built-in safety features and devices. 17. Describe the need for actively supporting traffic law enforcement agencies and assisting the improvement of highway safety programs. C. Special note. This course includes laboratory activities.
American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Standards Driver Education Minimum Standards of Performance A student enrolled in an ADTSEA certified driver education program should be able to perform the following driver behavioral skills and concepts in order to achieve successful completion of the course. 1.0 Basic Skills and Associated Behavior 1.1 Getting Ready to Drive Approach the vehicle with awareness Check outside and inside the vehicle before opening the door Lock doors Adjust head restraints, seating position, mirrors, safety restraints, steering wheel position Check all occupants for safety belt use Be able to demonstrate effective meaning and usage of all gauges 1.2 Starting the Vehicle Parking brake set in position Proper gear selected for starting Foot securing brake pedal Demonstrate proper use of ignition starting device Demonstrate ability to select and use appropriate accessories Make appropriate gear selection for movement Put headlights on day and night Prepares to move vehicle 1.3 Placing Vehicle in Motion Visually identify open space to enter before moving foot from brake to gas Communicate to other users Place the vehicle into motion smoothly 1.4 Stopping Vehicle Motion Search effectively ahead of the vehicle to determine braking needs Use controlled braking efficiently with hell of foot on floorboard Check the rear zone/space prior to braking
Apply a firm squeezing braking force at the beginning of the braking process Bring the vehicle to a smooth stop Ease pressure off brake during the last seconds of braking to minimize pitch of vehicle. Check the rear zone/space before, during, and after braking actions Demonstrate effective use of maximum Antilock Braking System (ABS) braking 1.5 Steering Use sightlines to determine steering entry and steering return Use a balance hand position on the wheel Use the Hand-Over-Hand or hand- to-hand (Turning), hand-tohand (Curvatures), One-Hand (Reverse), or Evasive Action (Avoidance) methods effectively Turn head and visually target in the direction of intended travel path prior to turning Visually check the rear/side view mirrors and mirror blind areas 1.6 Securing the Vehicle Set parking brake and shift into appropriate gear before removing foot from brake Turn off appropriate accessories prior to turning off ignition and removing key Visually check traffic flow before opening door Lock doors and/or secure any alarm system 2.0 Vehicle Fender Judgement and Roadway Position 2.1 Right Side of Vehicle Determine within 3-6 inches where on the road the right side is positioned Determine 3-4 feet where on the road the right side is positioned Determine 6-8 feet where on the road the right side is positioned 2.2 Left Side of Vehicle Determine within 3-6 inches where on the road the left side is positioned 2.3 Front of Vehicle Determine when the front bumper is positioned even with the line
2.4 Rear of Vehicle Determine when the rear bumper is positioned even with the line 2.5 Front Turning Point of Vehicle Determine where on the road the front is positioned for turning left Determine within where on the road the front is positioned for turning right 3.0 Visualization of Intended Travel Path 3.1 Target Identify a stationary object or area that appears in the center of your intended travel path 3.2 Target Area Identify the traffic problems and elements in and near the target area. Locate your target area, evaluate the line of sight (LOS) and path of travel (POT) conditions and determine best approach speed and lane position 3.3 Targeting Path While evaluating the target area and nightline, develop an image of your targeting path Identify elements that can change or modify intended travel path 4.0 Searching Intended Travel Path 4.1 Target Area to Target Area Searching Search the target area to evaluate its conditions and determine entry speed and position conditions Search for LOS/POT changes that can or will affect your approach to the target area Continually re-evaluate your immediate 4-6 second travel path while enroute to the target area 4.2 Know How to Judge Space in Seconds Visualize the space the vehicle will occupy at least 12 to 15 seconds ahead Search 12 to 15 seconds ahead, continually evaluating the 4 to 6 second immediate path Speed and/or lane position adjustments may be required when the search areas cannot be maintained
4.3 Detect Changes to LOS-POT Identify a modification in the ability to see or maintain a travel path When an LOS-POT change is recognized, check other zones/space areas for speed and lane adjustments 4.4 Identify Open, Closed, or Changing Zones/Areas Identify the intended travel path as an open, closed, or changing condition Evaluate open, closed, or changing conditions for speed and position adjustments 4.5 Searching Intersections When approaching an intersection, look for open zone/space to the left, front, and right When approaching an intersection, see closed or changing zone/spaces and make necessary speed and/or lane position adjustments Before entering an intersection, search for the open zones/spaces to the left, front, and right 4.6 Searching into Curves and Over Hills When the target area is a curve or a hill crest, search the LOS/POT through the curve or over the hill crest for the possible closed or changing status of the POT Before entering a curve or a hill crest, evaluate the LOS- POT for appropriate speed and position adjustments 5.0 Speed Control 5.1 Selection for Ongoing conditions Travel speed should be based upon driver, vehicle, legal, roadway, and environmental limitations Constant adjustments to speed are based on driver processing information, based on limitations 5.2 After Seeing Changes in Sightline or travel path Avoid using acceleration into a closed or changing zone/space Recognize a closed zone/space (a red light or stopped traffic); adjust speed to arrive as the one/space opens When the ability to see a LOS-POT is reduced, adjust speed to maintain or establish and open zone/space 5.3 After Seeing a Sign Limiting Speed
Recognize it as a cue to check vehicle gauges, mirrors, and evaluate LOS/POT conditions Adjust speed to meet driver, vehicle, legal, roadway, and environmental limitations 6.0 Lane Position Selection 6.1 Select the Appropriate Lane for Space Management, Legal Requirements, and Destination 6.2 Lane Position Usage while Driving Straight Ahead Select a lane position to give best separation from closed or changing zones/spaces Demonstrate ability to place vehicle in appropriate lane position 6.3 Lane Position Usage while Approaching Curves and Hill Crests Establish the appropriate lane position on approach Establish the appropriate lane position at apex Establish the appropriate lane position on exiting 7.0 Rear Zone Searching and Control 7.1 Inside Mirror Usage Search to the rear after seeing a change to your LOS-POT Search to the rear before and after making a turn or a stop Search to the rear before and after making speed adjustment Search to the rear before and after making lane position adjustment 7.2 Outside Mirrors, Convex Mirrors, Mirror Blind Space Checks Check the sideview mirror before adjusting a lane position in that direction Visually check mirror blind space after sideview mirror use before turning the steering wheel Check the convex mirror and visually check mirror blind space before adjusting a lane position in that direction 7.3 Evaluate Condition to Rear Determine if the rear zone/space area is an open, closed, or changing condition When a tailgater is closing or changing the zone/space area, determine the appropriate speed or lane adjustment needed 8.0 Following Time and Space 8.1 Closure Rate on Approach
Approach vehicle in front gradually, avoiding a fast closure rate 8.2 Moving at Same Maintaining 4 Seconds of Space When following another vehicle, work to maintain four seconds of time and space Adjust speed or lane position if four seconds of time or space is difficult to maintain 8.3 When Stopping behind Vehicles When stopped behind a passenger vehicle, be able to see the rear tires touching the pavement ahead When stopped behind a vehicle without visibility to rear, be able to see the driver in the side view mirror of the vehicle ahead 8.4 Delay Start, Before a Moving After the vehicle in front begins to move, delay your movement to open front zone/space area 9.0 Communication and Courtesy 9.1 Technique Turn signal lights on before turning right or left Lane changer signal appropriate for moving to another lateral position Headlights on at all times to increase visibility Horn usage should be to make others aware of your presence Demonstrate brake light warning to rear traffic of a slowdown or stop in traffic flow Vehicle speed and position should communicate an intention to move backward, forward, right or left Hand signals should be used to establish eye contact with other roadway user 9.2 Timing Communicate signal indications at least 5 seconds prior to moving, since signal requires time to be sent, received, and acted upon Communicate early so that your safe path-of-travel is not closed or changed rapidly 9.3 Commitment Make sure others acknowledge your messages
Minimum Core Performance Benchmarks/Behaviors P1. Precision Turns Demonstrate and explain a proper side position Demonstrate and explain the forward position Search intersections left, front, and right to ascertain open zones/spaces Look into the travel path before turning the steering wheel P2. Approach to Intersections See and respond to open/closed zones Check and respond to rear zone condition Establish and maintain proper lane usage and speed control Search left, front and right zones for LOS-POT changes, get open zones before entering Demonstrate staggered, legal, and safe stop when applicable P3. Timing Arrival for Open Zone See condition of traffic light; adjust speed to arrive at a green light See closed front zone; adjust speed to reduce closure rate and to arrive in open zone Adjust speed to have at least one open side zone P4. Precision Lane Change Evaluate zones and mirror blind spot areas Move LP 2 (Lane Position 2, the left side of lane) for left lane change Move to LP3 (right side of lane) for right lane change Make final mirror blind spot check Enter new lane in LP2 or LP1 Decide on best lane position for conditions P5 Approach to Curves See target area in curve Evaluate zones for options Establish effective speed control Left curve approach LP3 if right zone is open, apex LP1, exit, LP1
Right curve approaches LP2 if left zone is open, apex LP3, exit LP1 P6. Passing/Being Passed Identify tailgater problems for speed and lane position adjustments Evaluate gain versus risk prior to attempting passing maneuver Check all zones for LOS-POT conditions Control speed and lane position P7. Getting On/Off Highways Slowest speed on entrance ramp for maximum searching time and options Evaluate gap to enter Effective speed on acceleration lane Getting off highways, plan ahead and test brakes P.8 Backing Techniques Effective searching prior to and while backing Effective use of brake for speed control Effective steering technique P.9 Perpendicular Parking, Backing into a 90 degree Space Establish side position Demonstrate proper forward position Use minimum space to go forward Evaluate alignment to space Back to vehicle pivot point to turn wheel Visually target center of vehicle or space to the rear Straighten tires, demonstrate rear limitation reference P10. Responding to Emergency Situations Encouraging use of vision control, motion control, and steering control sequences
Florida Department of Education Curriculum Framework Grades 9 12, ADULT Subject Area: Safety and Driver Education Course Number: 1900310 Course Title: Driver Education/Traffic Safety Classroom and Laboratory Credit:.5 A. Major Concepts/ content: The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the highway transportation system and to strategies that will develop driving knowledge and skills related to today s and tomorrow s motorized society. It will also provide and indepth study of the scope and nature of accident problems and their solutions. Key S= Satisfactory U= Unsatisfactory Major Concept Covered by SSI Covered by Doron The content should include, but not be limited to the following: Vehicle control and traffic U S procedure Defensive strategies for driving U S
Natural laws and their U S application to driving Energy efficient and safe U S enjoyable vehicle ownership Physical and mental U S factors Legal and moral U S obligations Knowledge of motorcycle U S operations and interactions in the system Planning for safe travel to U S include map studies The effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving performance U S B. Intended Outcomes. After successfully completing this course, the student will: ***The SSI system does not provide the opportunity for students to meet these outcomes. ***The Doron System provides the opportunity for students to meet these outcomes. 1. Describe basic aspects of the Highway Transportation System (HTS) its purpose, major elements, effectiveness, and the roles played by man in the system.
2. Describe and demonstrate basic control of the vehicle, including exterior and interior promotion checks, control of motion and direction, and basic maneuvers. 3. Describe, interpret, and react properly to signs, signals, and pavement markings. 4. Describe the need for identifying potential hazards in traffic, making predictions about possible occurrences, making wise decisions for action based on minimum risk, and demonstrate appropriate executions of these decisions (I.P.D.E). 5. Describe and demonstrate the management of space requirements in all driving situations. 6. Describe and demonstrate the skills required to effectively control and take proper actions in emergency situations to avoid a collision or minimize the impact if unavoidable. 7. Describe needed measures for correcting or minimizing the effects of temporary or permanent physical defects for limitations. 8. Describe the legal and moral responsibilities at the scene of highway collisions. 9. Describe the effects of attitudes and emotions on driving decisions. 10. Describe the effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving. 11. Describe the importance of vehicle maintenance for safe and efficient operation.
12. Describe the requirements for compliance with the laws that apply to drivers as well as owners of motor vehicles. 13. Describe the principles and practices related to trip planning. 14. Describe the operation and interaction of motor driven cycles in the Highway Transportation System. 15. Describe and demonstrate specific decisions to be made when interaction with other users of the Highway Transportation System, other that the automobile. 16. Describe the value and demonstrate the use of occupant vehicle restraints and other built-in safety features and devices. 17. Describe the need for actively supporting traffic law enforcement agencies and assisting the improvement of highway safety programs. C. Special note. This course includes laboratory activities.