ISCO Specialization 2320.1.20 Occupational Railway Instructor
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Occupational Railway Instructor: Occupational railway instructors teach future occupational drivers of railway transportation, such as train, tram, metro and trolley drivers how to operate their railway vehicle according to regulations. They teach their students theory and techniques on how to optimally drive and maintain their specific railway vehicle, observe and evaluate the students' practice. They also focus on non-driving related subjects such as customer service (in case of person transportation) and safety measure regulations.
Essential Skills
- Locomotive Brake Applications
- Give Constructive Feedback
- Curriculum Objectives
- Physical Characteristics Of Railways
- Prepare Lesson Content
- Observe Student'S Progress
- Teach Train Driving Principles
- Passenger Transport Regulations
- Adapt Teaching To Student'S Capabilities
- Train Operating Procedures
- Monitor Developments In Field Of Expertise
- Control Train Movement
- Assist Students In Their Learning
- Adapt Instruction To Labour Market
- Guarantee Students' Safety
- Mechanics Of Trains
- Assess Students
- Apply Teaching Strategies
- Health And Safety Measures In Transportation
- Apply Intercultural Teaching Strategies
Optional Skills
- Ensure Maintenance Of Trains
- Tram Network
- Track Geometry
- Provide Lesson Materials
- Perform Classroom Management
- Freight Transport Methods
- Facilitate Teamwork Between Students
- Interpret Traffic Light Signals Used In Tramway Infrastructure
- Operate Tram Controls
- Manage Resources For Educational Purposes
- Follow Signalling Instructions
- Customs Regulations For Passengers
- Drive Trams
- Mechanical Composition Of Trams
- Check Train Engines
- Work With Virtual Learning Environments
- Types Of Trams
- Interpret Tramway Traffic Signs
- Customer Service
- Assessment Processes
- Practice Emergency Stops
Alternative Names
- Trolley Driver Instructor
- Metro Driving Instructor
- Practitioner Of Railway Instruction
- Railway Instruction Practitioner
- Train Driver Instructor
- Tram Driver Instructor
- Engine Driver Instructor
- Railway Instructor
