Why Study This Course?
Do you want to turn your passion for bikes into a recognised qualification? The City & Guilds Level 1 Cycle Maintenance Course is designed for those with basic skills who want to reach industry standards. This course is perfect for anyone wanting to work or progress in the cycling industry. You’ll gain an accredited bicycle mechanic qualification to boost your CV. This course also suits cycling instructors, community group leaders, and cycling enthusiasts wanting to formalise their cycle maintenance skills.
The City & Guilds Level 1 Cycle Maintenance Course provides an industry-standard qualification. You will combine theory, tutor demonstrations, practical exercises, and assessments. You will enhance your maintenance skills and formalise your knowledge. It’s ideal for aspiring bike mechanics or those seeking career progression.
This course covers:
Introduction to the Workshop: Introduction to the college, student workstations and tools, along with identifying Health & Safety aspects of the workshop environment
Puncture Repair: Removing a rear wheel from a bicycle with derailleur gears in order to complete a puncture repair
Rim Brake Maintenance: Removing a rim brake assembly and then refitting it, including re-cabling, use of correct technical specifications, aligning brake pads and balancing brake callipers
Gear Assembly Maintenance: Removing both the front and rear derailleur gear assembly and refitting them including re-cabling, using correct specifications, correctly fitting a chain and adjusting gear shift indexing
Cycle Safety Check: Carry out a systematic cycle M check so as to identify any potential issues, carry out basic adjustments, know what to do if there are major faults and decide whether a bike is safe to use.
This is a practical, hands-on course taught by an experienced tutor with industry expertise. They will provide valuable knowledge and personalised feedback. You will work together to develop a Personal Learning Plan (PLP), helping you set clear goals and monitor your progress throughout the course.
You must be 19 or over on the start date of the course.
You are expected to have a basic knowledge of bikes and bike tools, and the ability to use them.
An interview will need to be conducted with the tutor before enrolling on the course.
You will be assessed through Q&A, observations, PLPs, practical sessions using specialist classroom facilities, and a written assessment pack. After completing this course, you could consider further qualifications in bicycle mechanics or related fields.
If you require further information please email info@rhacc.ac.uk.
Please note that tutors may occasionally be changed at short notice. While teaching styles may vary, we ensure consistent quality across all of our courses. For this reason, a change of tutor does not qualify for a refund.