Key details
Duration
The length of time to complete this qualification is two (2) days face-to-face.
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* - Student Visa holders must study internally full time
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Entry requirements
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Overview
This short course covers:
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Driving on unsealed roads and general vehicle safety
- Tackling uneven and difficult terrain including sand, mud and water
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
After completing the 4x4 workshop students may use these units towards completion of a Certificate II or III qualification in a range of industry areas.
Fees
2022 Course fee for students who are eligible for an NT Government supported place is $420.00, and for students who are not eligible is $550.00.
Course information flyer(s)
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest provider of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
What will I study?
To achieve VTP357 4WD Operations on Unsealed Roads a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below. Students will be issued with a 'Statement of Attainment' for units successfully completed.
Course structure
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 120.
Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
FWPCOT3259 | Operate a four wheel drive on unsealed roads | 40 |
FWPFGM3215 | Perform complex 4X4 operations | 80 |
Total nominal hours for core units | 120 |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
To gain entry into VTP357 4WD Operations on Unsealed Roads, candidates must:
- Hold a current Australian provisional driver's licence or above
Essential requirements
English language requirements
I wanted to turn my regular job into my dream job, and the Charles Darwin University course offered exactly what I needed: practical skills.
Yulia
CDU Student

Course details
Accreditation
This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.
VET for secondary schools
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Location and study mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.
Locations: Katherine
Study Mode: On campus
Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.
Additional information
Contact details
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