Pre-Employment Motorcycle Mechanic
Applications Open: February
Length of Program: 12 Weeks
Program Status: Open
Take your passion and enthusiasm for the open road and motorcycles to the next level with the Motorcycle Mechanic program. If you are looking to begin your career as a Motorcycle Mechanic, or you are a hobbyist looking for professional training, this 12 week program will prepare you in industry procedures for entry level assembly, maintenance, repairs and restoration of motorcycles and multi-wheeled lightweight all-terrain vehicles.
You will receive hands-on instruction with an assortment of makes and models allowing you to learn the two and four stroke engine theory, electrical theory and circuits, mechanical and hydraulic brake systems and wheel and tire maintenance.
Accreditation: Upon successful completion of the Pre-Employment program, students who meet the apprenticeship requirements for the trade are eligible to write the First Period Apprenticeship exam.
Program Intakes: Winter Intake: January 30, 2023 - April 21, 2023 *APPLICATIONS OPEN*
Applications Open: First Wednesday (9 a.m.) of February for the Winter Intake
Length of Program: 12 Weeks
Method of Delivery: On-Campus
Credentials: Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will receive a certificate in Pre-Employment Motorcycle Mechanic.
Webinar: Trades & Meat
March 1, 2023 at 6 - 7:30 p.m. MST
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Admission Requirements:
- Meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement
- Completion of Grade 11.
- Please refer to tradesecrets.alberta.ca
Academic Upgrading and High School Applicants: Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrollment and any available interim/midterm marks. Final marks must be submitted within one month following the completion of the course(s) and no later than one month prior to the program start date.
Alternate Admission Option: Alternate Admission status may be offered to applicants who have not or will not complete one of the academic admission requirements. To be considered under Alternate Admission Status, applicants will be asked to provide the following:
- (Required) Transcript(s) showing any completed high school and post-secondary courses
- (Required) Letter of Introduction and Intent, outlining the following:
- Introduce yourself
- Indicate why you wish to enrol in the program
- Elaborate on your career goals
- Detail your experience relevant to this program and the industry
- (Required) A resume of your work history, extracurricular activities, volunteer service, etc. for the last 5 years
- (Optional) Include copies of any tickets and/or certificates you currently hold (e.g.: first aid, safety tickets, etc.)
- (Optional) Letter(s) of reference from current or past employers/coaches/etc. (maximum of two letters)
*Submitting Alternate Admission material does not guarantee admission*
Transfer Options: Olds College has developed agreements with other educational institutions to allow for transition to Olds College, or to another institution to continue your education. Articulations & Agreements
Out of Province Applicants: Please refer to the Provincial Equivalency Chart for course equivalencies.
International Applicants: Olds College welcomes applications from International Applicants and those who have completed their high school education outside of Canada. Please note, it is still necessary to meet all of the noted admission requirements, including English Language Proficiency.
Tuition & Fees
- Tuition: $6,845 / Fees: $510 / Books & Supplies: $320
Please note that there is a Apprenticeship and Industry Training fee to write the exam in addition to tuition, books and supplies.
Please refer to the current Fee Schedule for complete details.
* Please note that international students pay 3.5 times the domestic tuition amount. These fees are provided as estimates only for the purposes of budgeting. All students should refer to the Fee Schedule for the most accurate information and all fees are subject to change.*
Scholarships & Student Awards
Olds College offers over 450 awards, valued at $500,000+ in scholarships, bursaries and prizes. Thanks to our industry partners, alumni, and friends of Olds College we are fortunate to offer a generous student awards program to students.
For additional information on scholarships, bursaries and prizes at Olds College, visit Scholarships & Awards
Entrance Awards Available!
Entrance awards range from $250 - $1500 for students applying for the upcoming academic year and have paid the tuition deposit by the deadline.
Awards are selected randomly from those that have applied and qualify based on the criteria.
Award will be applied as a tuition credit to the student's account after the add/drop course deadline, confirming full-time attendance.
Not all that apply will receive an entrance award.
Student Funding
For information on how to apply for government student loans, financial aid or for help with financial planning, visit our Student Funding page.
Course Details
For course descriptions and requisites, view the Academic Calendar.
Academic Calendar: Pre-Employment Motorcycle Mechanic
- Completed the following:
- PEM1002 - Standard Workplace Safety, Equipment and Materials (3-2-0 hrs)
- PEM1003 - Electrical Theory and Circuits (2.5-2-0 hrs)
- PEM1004 - Engine Theory and Tune-Up (2.5-2-0 hrs)
- PEM1005 - Wheels, Tires and Brake System Service (2.5-2-0 hrs)
- PEM1006 - Pre-Delivery and Introduction to Oxy-Fuel (3-2.5-0 hrs)
Career Opportunities
Olds College has a solid reputation working with employers in the industry! This directly translates into jobs for our graduates. Opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Motorcycle mechanics assemble, maintain, repair and restore motorcycles and other multi-wheeled lightweight all-terrain vehicles that have astride seating and handlebar controls.
Visit ALIS to find Occupational Profiles with current wages, industry trends and more!
Admitted Student Information
Program Dates
Find out when your term start and end dates are, so that you know when you are expected to be in attendance. For more information, please review the Program Dates & Fee Schedule.
Class Registration
You will be registered into your classes automatically. This will happen approximately 1 month prior to the start-date for your program. You will be notified once you have been timetabled into your courses. You will be able to see your class schedule in your My Olds College account. If you need to make any changes to your class registration, please contact the Office of the Registrar.
Technology Recommendation
It is strongly recommended that you come to Olds College with the following technology:
- A device capable of running Microsoft Office, preferably a laptop
As part of your student accounts, all students have access to Office 365 for the duration of their time with Olds College. To access this you just need to follow these steps:
- Go to portal.office.com
- Enter your Olds College email address and password
- Once logged in there is a button on the right that says "Install Office Apps"
This will give you access to the full Office suite on your computer, for both Windows and Mac based platforms.
Materials & Supplies:
The following items are required:
- CSA approved steel toe boots
- CSA approved safety glasses
- Coveralls (two pairs)
You will be required to purchase "tool chips" at a cost of $50. These tool chips allow you to use specialized tools out of the tool room and also include the cost of shop towels and supplies that will be used in the lab classes. At the end of the year, $20 will be refunded if you return all of your tool chips.
Information on other required textbooks and any further supplies will be provided as you attend each class. All books and supplies will be available during the first few weeks of classes in the College Campus Store.
Other Important Information:
Safety Regulations: Wearing safety equipment and abiding by industry safety standards is mandatory within our program.
Apprenticeship ILMs: We use the Apprenticeship ILMs (Individual Learning Modules) as our reference material. These modules take the place of textbooks and are available at the Olds College Campus Store at 1.800.661.6537 or 403.556.4630. They are packaged by technical training period.
AIT Technical Training Exams: Students who meet the minimum GPA requirement of 2.3 will be permitted to challenge their technical training exam. The exam challenge fee is $150.00 CAD and payable directly to Alberta's Apprenticeship & Industry Training Board (AIT).
For More Information
Our Admissions office can help navigate you through the admissions process and answer any questions you have about your program of study.
☎ 403.556.8281
☎ 1.800.661.6537
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