Motorcycle Mechanics - Davidson County Community College

Motorcycle Mechanics from Davidson County Community College is a Campus Certificate Automotive degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Curriculum Description The Motorcycle Mechanics curriculum provides training which develops the knowledge and skills needed to inspect, diagnose, repair , and/or adjust motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, and personal watercraft. The course work includes the operating principles involved in modern motorcycles which will be presented in class assignments, discussion, demonstration, and shop practice. Graduates of the curriculum should qualify for entry-level employment opportunities with motorcycle dealers or independent repair shops. Some graduates may become self-employed after they acquire some experience. Competencies Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to: 1. Diagnose problems and locate failures within the electrical system, engine, power train, suspension, or frame. 2. Dismantle engines, adjust, repair or replace mechanical and electrical system parts, such as carburetors and generators. 3. Repair and adjust motorcycle subassemblies such as forks, transmissions, brakes, and drive chains, according to specification. 4. Dissemble subassembly units and examine condition, movement, or alignment of parts visually or using gauges. 5. Listen to engines, examine vehicle frames, and confer with customers to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage. 6. Connect test panels to engines and measure generator output, ignition timing, and other engine performance indicators. 7. Maintain the cleanliness and integrity of the equipment, tools, and supplies in a motorcycle mechanics shop. 8. Communicate effectively with customers and service managers through written and oral communication. 9. Use reference texts, magazine articles, computer-based information, equipment installation, operating instructions, and other resources to find additional information about the processes. View more details on Davidson County Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Automotive courses.