Bike Mechanics
Our qualifications in Bike Mechanics will provide you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to become a Mechanic or Service Technician. You will learn how to service and install a wide range of bikes, components and systems including e-Bikes.
Study Bike Mechanics with us and turn your passion into an action-packed career in New Zealand’s recreation, sport or tourism industry.
The biggest point of difference at Otago Polytechnic is in our delivery. You will gain the real-life skills it takes to transition seamlessly from study to employment within the bike industry.
Each programme is delivered over 19 weeks and is made up of practical block courses at our Cromwell Campus in Central Otago, as well as distance learning and workplace experience. If you are working full- or part-time, talk to us about how you can incorporate study alongside your current employment to help you make the move to an industry you'll love.
Bike Mechanics qualifications
Adventure & Tourism
Learn to service a wide range of bicycles, components and bicycle systems, including e-bikes. Enjoy the chance to gain skills in a flexible learning environment through a blend of practical block courses, online learning and workplace experience.Duration
17 Weeks Full-time
Delivery
Online with block course(s), Work-based
Location
Cromwell, Distance
Career potential
Bike Mechanic Assistant, Professional Racing Team Assistant, Trail Tour Guide, Workshop Assistant
Adventure & Tourism
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.Duration
17 Weeks Full-time
34 Weeks Part-time
Delivery
Online with block course(s), Work-based
Location
Cromwell, Distance
Career potential
Bike Designer, Bike Importer, Bike Mechanic, Owner-Operator, Wheel Building and Suspension Specialist
Get amongst it
Explore the great bike trails in and around our Cromwell campus, where the Bike Mechanics block courses take place.
Contact us
If you’re not sure what to study and would like some guidance, we’re here to help. Feel free to chat to us directly about any questions you may have.
