Course code: 800-000263
TAFE Statement in Licence to Drive a Heavy Combination (HC) Vehicle Assessment
OverviewAbout this course
Gain the skills to obtain a Heavy Combination (HC) vehicle licence. You'll learn how to safely operate and manage a heavy combination vehicle in a variety of road conditions and hazardous situations, to meet the Transport for NSW standards.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
Execute heavy combination (HC) basic driving techniques
Operate heavy combination vehicles
Couple and uncouple trailers
Safely restrain loads
Monitor traffic and road conditions
Manage hazardous situations
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Competency
The skills to safely handle a heavy combination (HC) vehicle
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Professional Development
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Industry Requirements
Gain the skills required for licensing and certification purposes
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Previously held a Medium Rigid (MR) or Heavy Rigid (HR) licence for at least 1 year, as evidenced by a copy of your licence or documentary proof
Completed a Heavy Vehicle Knowledge Test at Service NSW, as evidenced by a copy of your results
Completed an eyesight test at Service NSW, as evidenced by a copy of your results
A completed Fitness to Drive medical assessment, as evidenced by a copy of your results
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
The ability to drive a manual car and the coordination skills to use a clutch and gear stick
Some experience in driving with trailers
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysWhere can this course take you?
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: general delivery driver and local or interstate transport driver.
Licensing
Once you pass your Heavy Vehicle Competency Based Assessment (HVCBA), the assessor will submit your results to Transport for NSW. You can then attend a service centre in person to upgrade or obtain your new Heavy Combination (HC) vehicle licence. When you attend a service centre you'll need to: - Complete the Licence Application form - Provide acceptable proof of identity - Pay the licence fee For more information see guide to [Heavy Vehicle Competency Based Assessment] (https://www.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-09/a-guide-to-heavy-vehicle-competency-based-assessment.pdf)
Study options
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
Licence to Drive a Heavy Combination Vehicle Assessment800000263A
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