Module Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:16 AM AWST
22/07/2026 9:16 AM AWST
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Investigate driving and owning a car
Investigate driving and owning a car
Module
National Code
VU23816
VU23816
State Code
BA469
BA469
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/08/2025
Field of Education
120199 - General Education Programmes, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop familiarity with the requirements of driving a car in Australia and issues surrounding motor vehicle ownership. It requires the ability to describe the requirements for driving a car, as well as the process for purchasing one.
This unit applies to learners wishing to develop their knowledge of basic requirements for driving in Australia and issues surrounding motor vehicle ownership.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
This unit applies to learners wishing to develop their knowledge of basic requirements for driving in Australia and issues surrounding motor vehicle ownership.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Describe the requirements for driving in Australia
- 1.1 Identify the legal requirements for driving in Australia
- 1.2 Identify factors particular to the local area as appropriate
- 1.3 Identify and interpret key road signs
- 1.4 Identify circumstances that may cause a driver to lose a licence
Describe the process of buying a car
- 2.1 Identify sources where cars can be purchased
- 2.2 Identify the advantages and disadvantages of each source
- 2.3 Identify some of the considerations when buying a car
- 2.4 Identify the responsibilities of a car owner
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AX537 | VU22410 | Investigate driving and owning a car | Unit of competency |
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHE21 | 22690VIC | Certificate I in General Education for Adults | Accredited course |