1. a2om software
e-learning for learner drivers
a²om is changing the way you learn to drive, by giving you The modules, which you now have access to, are available
a head start before you even get to sit behind the wheel. online so you can use them anywhere with internet access.
Our state-of-the-art software will help you get a lot more out Try them out by yourself, with your friends, your parents or
of learning to drive and in turn give you a much better your teachers to see how much you can learn and how
understanding of how to stay really safe when you take to much they do or don’t know!
the road. It will also help you be a better passenger!
The modules are divided into two main sections: a²om
The harsh facts are that 1 in 5 novice drivers will crash in their highway (eleven modules) and a²om mind (five modules).
first year and around 1,000 young drivers will die each year Each module will take roughly 20-30 minutes to complete.
on UK roads. A quarter of those charged with causing
death by dangerous driving are under 25 and more than a²om highway is a fully interactive, online learning
half of the passengers killed/seriously injured in crashes are environment that will develop your knowledge and
young people. These a²om modules will help you to protect challenge your attitudes in relation to driver behaviour. It
yourself, your friends and other road users. will make the theory of driving fun, modern and stimulating.
Based on scientific research these modules will help you a²om mind is designed to accelerate executive brain
understand the influence that your attitude and behaviour function development and the key cognitive skills in driving.
will have on your safety whilst in a car and will help you a²om mind also includes mock DSA theory and hazard
advance the way your brain reacts to scenarios you may perception tests to supplement the answers you may give
face on the road. to the subsequent five modules; so there is no need to buy
any further driver training books/guides.
a²om® highway modules
Module 1: Attitude and Alertness – Poor driver attitudes and behaviour contribute to 95% of crashes.
This module looks at human factors and how your awareness of these factors and developing the
correct attitude towards the driving task can reduce the chances of you being involved in a crash.
Module 2: Road Signs – This module develops your understanding of roads and road signs to inform
you about road rules and regulations and the ability to anticipate the road ahead.
Module 3: Safety Margins – This module educates you about the importance of maintaining space
around you and your car and to understand how much space is needed to be a safe driver.
Module 4: Collisions, Breakdowns and Documentation – This module looks at what you should do if
you are involved in a collision and how you can reduce the risk of being involved in a collision in the first
place.
Module 5: Anatomy of a Crash – This module considers the impact of a crash in three areas: the
impact on the car, the impact on the human and the impact on the personal and social lives of the
people involved so that you can consider the consequences of a crash.
Module 6: Environment – This module shows you how increased awareness of the impact of vehicle
use and better techniques can minimise the potential adverse effects of driving on the environment.
Module 7: Overtaking – This module demonstrates that safe overtaking requires a great deal of
planning and judgement.
Module 8: Anticipation and Hazard Perception – This module explores potential hazards and how
you can use clues to anticipate danger.
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2. Module 9: Motorway – This module considers some potentially dangerous aspects of motorway
driving and some of the skills required to be safe on the motorway.
Module 10: Vulnerable Road Users – This module will educate you about different categories of
vulnerable road users who share our roads. The module considers the things that you can do to ensure
vulnerable road users are safe.
Module 11: Driving in Poor Conditions – This module explores how poor conditions such as bad
weather can affect the way that you need to drive.
a²om® mind modules
Mind Introduction – This introductory module will take you through some of the theory and purpose
behind a²om® mind as well as show you how to interact with the software.
Module 1: Eye Scanning – This module is designed to improve your eye scanning techniques.
Module 2: Hazard Perception – This module is designed to train you to spot hazards early.
Module 3: Risk Management – This module will train you to avoid potentially dangerous situations.
Module 4: Road Commentary – Commentary is an essential skill in driving. This module is designed to
help you improve your commentary techniques and therefore be more aware of what is going on
around you.
Module 5: Ongoing Development – This module is a combination of the previous modules, designed
to hone your skills in all areas.
CDA & a²om® BTEC in Driving Science
Successful completion of the modules leads automatically able to incorporate the software into your practical
to a Certificate in Driving Awareness (CDA) which can be lessons, so you maximise its potential and in turn your own.
placed on your record of Record of Achievement. They will deliver a structured programme that will give you
However, in order to get the most out of the software it is a broader understanding of the issues that face drivers
recommended that when you choose a driving instructor and in turn a better chance of passing first time.
for your in-car lessons, you select one who is qualified to
deliver the a²om BTEC in Driving Science. All a²om BTEC graduates are entitled to a number of
driving related benefits. Please see our website for more
These qualified instructors will not only provide the details.
essential skills coaching that is required, but will also be
Further Information
If you require further assistance please go to:
a²om® International Limited
www.a2om.com/btec
Tel: +44 (0) 7000 123400
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