Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicNew Zealand Certificate in Bicycle Mechanics (Level 4)
This course is available
On-Campus, Online
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
17 weeks
Next start date
Expected Jul 2027
Campus
Central Otago Campus
Summary
Increase your knowledge and skill set further. During this programme, you will add more advanced techniques such as wheel building, suspension servicing, frame preparation and e-Bike diagnostics to your existing abilities and hone your previous knowledge to methodically diagnose, repair, overhaul and rebuild bicycles and components.
About the programmeGain a qualification that will make you stand out from the crowd in this rapidly growing industry! If you’ve completed your New Zealand Certificate in Bicycle Servicing (Level 3) with us, or have previous experience in the bicycle industry, this Level 4 programme is a great way to take your skill set and knowledge to the next level and advance your career.
Offering you a flexible learning environment through a blend of work-based learning, practical block courses, and online study, enjoy the chance to fit your study around other commitments. Small class sizes, specialist equipment and expert tutoring from experienced mechanics and mechanical engineers combine to provide a learning experience that will enable you to develop skills and knowledge to help you stand out from the crowd.
During this programme, you will learn advanced techniques such as wheel building, suspension servicing, frame preparation and e-Bike system diagnostics whilst honing your previous mechanical knowledge to methodically diagnose, repair, overhaul and rebuild bicycles and components. When you start in July, you will complete block course one from 2-13 August, and block course two from 13-24 September.
Delivery locations- Cromwell
- Distance
Entry criteria
Open entry.
International students will be individually assessed to ensure they are ready for this study.
English Language requirementsIf English is not your first language, you must provide: New Zealand University Entrance OR Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 (academic, no band score lower than 5.0) achieved in one test completed in the last two years, OR Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Selection criteria Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis until the programme has reached its capacity.
Want your existing skills recognised?
If you have extensive knowledge and skills due to practical experience in this area, please ask us about our recognition of prior learning process.
You may have already gained credits towards this qualification and could achieve it in a shorter timeframe.
Please email central@op.ac.nz or call 0800 762 786.
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