what is the defensive driver course csuf

by Mr. Enrico Vandervort MD 10 min read

A defensive driving course will remind you of the effects drugs and alcohol have on a person while driving. These drug and alcohol topics include state laws and how driving under the influence will impede your driving abilities. They’ll cover the legal and emotional consequences of driving under the influence. Crash Prevention Techniques

The Defensive Driver Training is assigned to all State Employees (Faculty, Staff
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, and Student Employees) in order to identify who does or does not drive on University Business
. If you do not drive on University Business, you can designate that within the first couple of minutes of the training.
Apr 30, 2021

Full Answer

What is a defensive driving course?

Defensive Driving Course: Distracted Driving Online. 90-minute course designed to change drivers' attitudes and behaviors associated with distracted driving and using a cell phone as well as other electric devices while driving.

What kind of training do CSUF Police officers receive?

All officers receive training in tolerance and diversity to better serve their community. CSUF Police Department has a written agreement with the Fullerton Police Department, which defines and details operational authority pursuant to the Kristin Smart Campus Safety Act of 1998, Education Code SB 1729.

Why choose NSC defensive driving online courses?

NSC Defensive Driving Online Courses deliver the most relevant, leading-edge content to motivate and educate your employees to be safe, responsible drivers. Each program delivers the highest level of interactivity, full-course narration, closed captioning, and high definition videos, animated illustrations and gaming exercises.

What is grade forgiveness CSUF?

Under "Grade Forgiveness" an adjustment is made to the GPA calculation to remove the effect of the initial grade and include only the repeated grade. Both grades remain listed on the academic record. "Grade Forgiveness" units on the student's entire CSUF academic record count against the 16-unit limit.

How many classes can you fail at CSUF?

Undergraduate students are now limited to a maximum of 12 units of repeated coursework with Grades Averaged, from Fall 2009 forward.

What does Aw mean CSUF?

The IC replaces the I and is counted as a failing grade for grade point average and grade point computation. Withdrawal (W) The symbol “W” indicates that the student was permitted to withdraw from the course after the second (day/week) of instruction with the approval of the instructor and appropriate campus officials.

What is the CSUF repetition of courses policy?

Students may repeat a total of 28 units maximum (16 units of Grade Forgiveness and 12 units of Grade Averaging) for courses where a grade of “C-“ or below was earned. A single course may be repeated twice, for a total of 3 attempts maximum.

What happens if I fail a class at CSUF?

An additional 12 semester units of coursework may be repeated for grade averaging, i.e. both the original grade and the repeat(s) will be calculated into the student's total GPA. Students cannot improve grades of courses taken at CSUN by repeating them at another institution.

Is C passing Csusm?

C (Satisfactory): Performance of the student has been at an adequate level, meeting the basic objectives of the course. D (Passing): Performance of the student has been less than adequate, meeting only the minimum course requirements.

What is the average GPA for Cal State Fullerton?

3.68Average GPA: 3.68 The average GPA at Cal State Fullerton is 3.68. This makes Cal State Fullerton Strongly Competitive for GPAs. (Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA. With a GPA of 3.68, Cal State Fullerton requires you to be above average in your high school class.

How do I leave CSUF?

If you plan to leave CSUF without completing your academic program and do not plan to return, please fill out the Exit Form and select “I will not complete my degree program and will leave the U.S.” You will also need to attach your flight itinerary as proof of departure from the U.S.

What does an i mean on transcript at CSUF?

None IncompleteNone. Incomplete (I) - The symbol E was once used for incomplete work and was not included in GPA calculations. Effective September 2002, if not completed by the end of the second semester following the term in which assigned, the incomplete is changed to an IC (or NC) for grade point computation.

Does grade forgiveness affect GPA?

When Grade Forgiveness is applied to a student's record, the grade earned during the first attempt of the course is no longer factored in to the student's GPA but it will still appear on the student's transcript. In other words, the new grade replaces the old grade in the calculation of a student's GPA.

Does C or better include C?

Grade Points The letter grade A, including A+ and A-, denotes distinguished mastery of the course material. The letter grade B, including B+ and B-, denotes good mastery of the course material. The letter grade C, including C+ and C-, denotes acceptable mastery of the course material.

Is C minus passing in college?

A grade of C or better is required to earn a Passed; a C- or below will earn a Not Passed grade. A grade of C- may satisfy many requirements (e.g., General Education, elective) but a Not Passed grade will not earn any credit or satisfy requirements.

Deep Links

'Deep link' is a link that will take an end-user to the class of particular interest. This link is typically applied in department websites or emails as a means to take the user directly to an advertised class, bypassing searching tools. Administrative users (Trainers and Trainer Assistants) may utilize this feature as needed.

Driving on University Business

The Defensive Driver Training is assigned to all State Employees (Faculty, Staff, and Student Employees) in order to identify who does or does not drive on University Business. If you do not drive on University Business, you can designate that within the first couple of minutes of the training.

Faculty Early Access

Faculty will be granted access to the Employee Training Center (ETC) based on their official start date; this may or may not coincide with the first day of the semester. Unfortunately, faculty will not be able to access the ETC system prior to their start date.

Notifications

Notifications are an optional feature. If the course owner would like to have notifications sent out for their course, it is their responsibility to contact the ETC to set up notifications. The course owner will need to designate the frequency and reminder of the notifications.

Notification Closing Signature

Please be aware that although the notifications will come from the ETC. The closing signature on the email will be the appropriate course owner.

Notification Schedule Changes

If course owners would like to make changes to a notification template or schedule, please contact the ETC for consultation. The ETC will recommend a best course of action.

Bicycle Registration Event with Parking & Registration (Canceled Until Further Notice)

Join us as we partner with CSUF Parking & Transportation for free bike registration, bike checks, goodies, and giveaways.

Booster Seat Program

A properly installed child safety seat can help reduce infant fatalities by 71% and toddler fatalities by 54%. With three out of four car seats installed incorrectly, we partnered with Clinic in the Park to bring you a FREE online booster seat workshop.

Citizen's Academy

The Citizen's Academy is a four-week course which provides students, staff, and faculty at CSUF the opportunity to experience the professional life of a police officer.

Coffee With A Cop (Virtual)

Coffee With A Cop brings police officers and the community together to break down barriers, discuss issues, and learn more about each other.

Diaper Drive

We’re partnering with HomeAid Orange County for the Essentials Diaper Drive. HomeAid Orange County plays a leading or partner role in helping to fight homelessness by donating time, resources, or money.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Although for many years we’ve had a robust community engagement and training program, it’s important to look ahead, listen to concerns with an impartial lens, and adapt. Cal State Fullerton Police Department is committed to policing from the center, which means we’re part of the community and not isolated from it.

Emergency Preparedness, Education and Training

Preparedness is important for disasters of any size and any location. In your home, your car, classroom or when you travel, being prepared should be a basic element of it. Learn how to make all aspects of your life safe and ready for anything.

What Complaince Trainings Do I Have To Take?

Please see the chart below for information on what complaince trainings you may have assigned to you. If you have a question about a particular course, you can contact that respective course owner.

How do I print a Certificate of Course Completion?

Please see the following guide for step-by-step instructions: How to print a Transcript or a Certificate

How do I check to see if I have overdue assignments?

To check if you have any overdue assignments, you can check your Assigned Trainings.

How do I register for an online class?

Please contact the Employee Training Center for support at [email protected].

What do I do if I am not in the system?

This could be due to a variety of reasons, as such we ask that you contact the Employee Training Center for assistance at [email protected].

How do I cancel a class in which I have registered?

To cancel registration for an ILT, please see Cancelling Registration for an ILT guide.

What if my Employee Training Center data is incorrect?

For incorrect information such as email address, name, etc. please email [email protected] or 657-278-2425.

What Is Defensive Driving?

Do you remember the last accident or near accident you experienced while driving? If you avoided the accident, do you remember how you avoided it?

Is Defensive Driving School the Same as Drivers Education?

Defensive driving and driver’s education are not the same. Drivers education may include defensive driving skills but its focus is on teaching an individual how to drive, read traffic signs, and be aware of driving laws.

Benefits of a Defensive Driving Course

The main benefit of a defensive driving course is you become a better and safer driver. Other benefits include a reduction of points on your driver’s license after a ticket or accident. Some car insurance companies will reduce your insurance rates by as much as 10% after you take a defensive driving course.

Improve Your Skills With Defensive Driving

Learning and following defensive driving skills is the best way you can avoid accidents and stay safe on the roadway. Not only will defensive driving benefit you but it will keep others on the road safe, too!

WHAT ARE THE GE GRADE REQUIREMENTS?

Courses in thefollowing areas require a grade of " C-" or higher to earn GE credit:

A. Core Competencies (9 units)

Note: A grade of “C-” (1.7) or better is required in Areas A1, A2, and A3. A “D+" (1.3) or below is not sufficient to satisfy these requirements. Students must satisfy the English Placement Test (EPT) requirement prior to enrollment in any oral or written communication course.

B.4. Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning (3 units)

A grade of ‘C-’ (1.7) or better is required to meet this General Education requirement. A grade of ‘D+’ (1.3) or below will not satisfy this General Education Requirement.

What is a behavioral driven course?

Behavioral-driven course designed to change drivers' attitudes associated with distracted driving and using a cell phone and other electronic devices while driving. A self-assessment evaluates participants driving habits and defines content specific to their risk level.

What is the most important job for a driver?

The most important job of any driver is safety. The National Safety Council, together with SafetyServe, offers the nation's most respected and highly rated online defensive driving course.

What is the National Safety Council?

The National Safety Council, together with SafetyServe, offers the nation's most respected and highly rated online defensive driving course. No matter what business you're in or the number of employees you have, NSC offers programs you can use for new employee orientation, refresher and post-incident driver safety training.

What is the CSUF agreement?

CSUF Police Department has a written agreement with the Fullerton and Irvine police departments, which defines and details operational authority pursuant to the Kristin Smart Campus Safety Act of 1998, Education Code SB 1729.

What is the police authority of California State University?

California State University police officers have complete police authority to apprehend and arrest anyone involved in illegal acts on campus and areas adjacent to campus. CSUF police officers are sworn law enforcement officers under California Penal Code Section 830.2, and in compliance with state statutes, meet the peace officer standards and training requirements mandatory for all California law enforcement officers. In addition, California State University police officers undergo training specially designed to meet the needs of a contemporary university community. All officers receive training in tolerance and diversity to better serve their community.#N#CSUF Police Department has a written agreement with the Fullerton and Irvine police departments, which defines and details operational authority pursuant to the Kristin Smart Campus Safety Act of 1998, Education Code SB 1729. This agreement designates which law enforcement agency has operational responsibility for the investigation of violent crimes (Part 1 crimes) and defines the specific geographical boundaries of each agency's operational responsibility. The bill further requires that these agreements be made available to the public and that copies of these agreements be transmitted to the Legislative Analyst.

Compliance Training Registration

Some compliance trainings are being updated and include a Register button. If a training requires registration, you will see a Register button next to the assignment in your Assigned Learning Tile. You will be required to Register before you can begin the course in these cases. Please see How to start Your Training with a Register Button.

Scheduled Maintenance

The Employee Training Center has additional scheduled maintenance for January, February and March. During these times you will be able to login, however there will be limited access to content. EHS Compliance courses are among the items that will be unavilable during these times. Additional scheduled maintenance times include:

New Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Assignments

These courses will be assigned in late November 2019. You will be required to take the new Discrimination and Harassment Prevention course (s) you are assigned regardless of the last completion date.

Adobe Flash Player Requirement - Update

There are certain training (s) on the Employee Training Center (ETC) that need Adobe Flash Player enabled / installed in order to launch properly. Some training (s) include, but are not limited to:

Administrative Access

Administrative access is granted based on business needs and successful completion of Admin. Access Online Training.

Volunteer Login Information

All volunteer training is assigned by Environmental Health & Safety (EHS). For your convenience, See instructions that EHS emails to volunteers with assigned trainings .

Compliance Trainings

For detailed information on compliance trainings, please refer to the FAQs page .