Motorcycle Courses
MOTO 90, Introduction to Motorcycle Technology
Lec-52.5 Lab-52.5 P/NP Available
This course provides entry to the motorcycle technician series. Overview of the history and culture of motorcycles, industry vocabulary and language, safety, tools, theory of operation, and the basic use of hand tools in shop-related projects and electronic diagnostic equipment. "Soft" skills of customer relations and "hard" skills of hands-on technical training.
CSU
Units: 4
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
MOTO 91, Motorcycle General Service
Lec-52.5 Lab-52.5 P/NP Available
PREREQ: MOTO 90
This course covers the principles, theory of operation, design and functions of motorcycle, fuel, lubrication, frame, suspension, brakes and cooling systems including skills necessary for inspection, disassembly, cleaning, measuring and rebuilding the components and perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting discrepancies, repairing system components and selecting after market parts.
CSU
Units: 4
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
MOTO 92, Tune-up, Electrical and Performance
Lec-52.5 Lab-52.5 P/NP Available
PREREQ.: MOTO 90
This course builds on the basic maintenance learned in Moto 90, adding motorcycle tune-up, troubleshooting, and performance tuning; electrical principles and components; and generation, regulation, distribution, control, switching and testing of electrical systems. Learn many aspects of scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair problems associated with electronic ignition, fuel management, and on-board computer systems.
CSU
Units: 4
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
MOTO 93, Engine & Power Train Repair
Lec-52.5 Lab-52.5 P/NP Available
PREREQ.: MOTO 90
This course trains students in the theory of operation, troubleshooting, major overhaul, and general repairs of motorcycle engines and power trains.
CSU
Units: 4
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
MOTO 500, Bicycle Maintenance
Lec-35 Lab-70 field trips
Course in basics of bicycle and electric bicycle repair and maintenance. Students will learn how to perform maintenance such as repairing flat tires, adjusting derailleurs, chain maintenance, Basic electric system troubleshooting and safety inspection. Rebuilding of wheel, steerer, and bottom brackets bearings will be covered. Frame modifications, wheel-building/truing, and various electric bike services will also be covered. Emphasis on "hands on" implementation and practice.
CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable