Curriculum Online And In-Car | North Simcoe Driving School

Online Course Curriculum

4 Modules · Theory + In-Car Training

1.1 Traffic Laws and Regulations

Type of driver's licenses Graduated licensing program Getting your license Maintaining a valid driver's license Demerit points system Emission testing

1.2 Reason for Traffic Laws and Regulations

Current road safety issues Seat belts Mirrors Blind spot Child safety Speeding Impaired driving Emergency vehicles Insurance

1.3 Levels of Traffic Laws

Federal Provincial Municipal

1.4 Road Control Devices

Signs Signals Markings

2.1 Basic Vehicle Components

Control Devices Instruments and Warning Devices Safety and Security Devices Anti-theft Devices Visibility Devices Communication Devices Comfort Devices

2.2 Vehicle Safety

External checks Internal checks

3.1 Controlling the Vehicle Safely

Visual tracking Smith System Steering Seating and positioning Starting and acceleration Optimal Lane position Deceleration and braking Speed control Parking Uphill Downhill Angle Reverse Parallel Changing direction Backing Merging Lane changes Right of way manoeuvres Turns Highway and Freeway driving

3.2 Traction

Speed and time Space management Following distance Stopping distance

3.3 Friction

3.4 Collision Avoidance

Critical Situations Wheel off road Head-on collision avoidance Rear-end collision avoidance Brake limit

3.5 Skid Control

ABS

4.1 Adjusting Driver Behavior

Risk perception

4.2 Emotions Affecting Driving

Emotions and decision making Dealing with emotions

4.3 Positive Driving Attitude and Behaviors

Values and Beliefs Motives Driving as thrill seeking Social factors Advertisements and media Peer pressure Positive attitudes Driving is a privilege Cooperative driving

5.1 Responding to Emergency Situations

Collisions Arriving at the collision scene Dealing with police Emergency vehicles Vehicle malfunction Brake fail Tires blowout

5.2 Safety and Responsibility

Safety Measures Seat belts Child restraints

5.3 Conflict Avoidance

Respecting others Road rage

5.4 Environmental Responsibility

Fuel efficiency Idling New technologies Proper and regular vehicle maintenance Oil change Tune up Emission testing

5.5 Lifelong Learning

Changing skills Age and driving Changing laws and regulations

6.1 Cooperative Driving

Other road users and their needs Cyclist Motorcycles Transit vehicles Emergency vehicles Trucks Pedestrians School buses

6.2 Communication Among Road Users

Vehicle signals Hand signals Horn Headlights

7.1 Impaired Driving

Types of impairment Alcohol Fatigue Medical conditions Drowsy driving

7.2 Effects of Impairment

Impaired judgement

7.3 Consequences of Impairment

Collision Legal issues

7.4 Distraction

Inside the vehicle Outside the vehicle

8.1 Where to Observe

360 vision Distance scanning Peripheral vision Blind spots

8.2 How to Observe

Active attention Shoulder check Mirrors

8.3 Scanning

Distinguishing hazards

8.4 Perception of Personal Limits

Types of drivers

8.5 Dangerous Driving

Aggressive driving Street racing

8.6 Risk Tolerance

Confidence

8.7 Accurate Risk Perception

Reaction time Proactive vs. Reactive action

8.8 Factors Affecting Perception

Age Experience Environment Mental factors

8.9 Factors of Collision

Common causes of collision

8.10 Driving Hazards

Common driving hazards

In-Car Driving Lesson Curriculum

Practical behind-the-wheel training · 10 core skills

Lesson 01

Basic Vehicle Control

Smooth steering, gradual acceleration, controlled braking. The car should feel like an extension of the driver.

Lesson 02

Proper Turns (Left & Right)

Correct lane positioning, slowing before the turn, checking blind spots, finishing in the proper lane.

Lesson 03

Lane Changes with Confidence

Mirror check → signal → blind spot check → smooth movement. In Ontario traffic, blind spots are where surprises live.

Lesson 04

Understanding Right-of-Way Rules

4-way stops, uncontrolled intersections, pedestrian crossings. Structured practice reduces hesitation.

Lesson 05

Intersection Awareness

Judging gaps in traffic, recognizing stale green lights, knowing when to proceed or wait.

Lesson 06

Parallel Parking

Controlled reverse steering using reference points — actual usable skill for real streets.

Lesson 07

Reverse & Angle Parking

Mall lots, plaza entrances, school areas — practical daily scenarios. Reverse parking builds spatial awareness.

Lesson 08

Speed Control & Following Distance

Maintaining safe distance (2–3 seconds minimum). Adjusting for rain, snow, and ice — Ontario winters are not forgiving.

Lesson 09

Defensive Driving Awareness

Anticipating others' mistakes. Watching parked car wheels. Reading traffic flow proactively.

Lesson 10

Basic Highway Introduction

Merging safely, maintaining lane position at speed, safe exits. Initial exposure to the 400-series to build real confidence.