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Motorcycle Mechanics

Curriculum Description

Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair
Career Cluster:    Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Pathway:               Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair

Program Major   Motorcycle Mechanics

Pathway Description:

Curriculums in the Mobile Equipment Maintenance and Repair pathway prepare individuals for employment as entry-level transportation service technicians. The program provides an introduction to transportation industry careers and increases student awareness of the diverse technologies associated with this dynamic and challenging field.

Course work may include transportation systems theory, braking systems, climate control, design parameters, drive trains, electrical/electronic systems, engine repair, engine performance, environmental regulations, materials, product finish, safety, steering/suspension, transmission/transaxles, and sustainable transportation, depending on the program major area chosen.

Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to enter careers as entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.

Program Major Description

Motorcycle Mechanics: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain motorcycles and other similar powered vehicles. Includes instruction in lubrication and cooling systems, electrical and ignition systems, carburetion, fuel systems and adjustments of moving parts.

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Associate in Applied Science

A60260 Revised
NC CIP: 47.0611
Day, Online
POS Approved: Fall 2022

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
TRN 110 Intro to Transport Tech 1 2 0 2
TRN 120 Basic Transp Electricity 4 3 0 5
TRN 180 Basic Welding for Transp 1 4 0 3
WLD 110 Cutting Processes 1 3 0 2
  Total: 7 12 0 12

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
MCM 111 Motorcycle Mechanics 3 8 0 7
MCM 115 Motorcycle Chassis 1 6 0 3
Select one:
Mathematical Measurement and Literacy 2 2 0 3
  OR        
Quantitative Literacy (2) (2) (0) (3)
  OR        
Applied Physics II (3) (2) (0) (4)
  Total: 6 16 0 13

Summer Term

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
AUC 112 Auto Custom Fabrication 2 4 0 4
MEC 111 Machine Processes I 1 4 0 3
___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective ** ** 0 3
Select one:
Freshman Composition 3 0 0 3
  OR        
Writing and Inquiry (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 6 8 0 13

Fall Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
MCM 114 Motorcycle Fuel Systems 2 6 0 5
MCM 117 Motorcycle Dyno Tuning I 1 4 0 3
MCM 122 Motorcycle Engines 2 9 0 5
Select one:
Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3
  OR        
General Psychology (3) (0) (0) (3)
  Total: 8 19 0 16

Spring Semester

Course Course Title Class Hours Lab/Shop Hours Clinical/WBL Hours Credit Hours
MCM 116 Troubleshooting 2 6 0 4
MCM 217 Motorcycle Dyno Tuning II 1 4 0 3
Select one:
Intro Interpersonal Com (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Public Speaking (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Prof Research & Reporting (3) (0) (0) (3)
  OR        
Oral Communication 3 0 0 3
  Total: 6 10 0 10

Total Credit Hours: 64

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230,
PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110

**Hours will vary depending on course selection

Students interested in participating in WBL 111 Work-Based Learning must see their advisor prior to registration.

The AAS degree will be available Day, Evening, and Online Evening and Online offerings include general education courses only.

2015FA - First time Associate Degree in eCatalog.

A60260 Revised
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