| Course Name |
Bicycle Maintenance - Advanced |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
HL016 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Certificate of Attendance |
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College |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Expand+Enrolment Procedure
You may choose the following options when enrolling for a programme:
All programmes at all campi commence week beginning Monday 25 September 2017.
1 Online (Preferred Method) Register online for the programme of your choice b...
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You may choose the following options when enrolling for a programme:
All programmes at all campi commence week beginning Monday 25 September 2017.
1 Online (Preferred Method) Register online for the programme of your choice by logging onto our website and following the simple step by step registration process: www.lcfe.ie
2 Enrolment at LCFE Mulgrave Street Enrolment for Adult Education Evening Programmes for January 2017 will take place at the College as follows:
Enrolment - September 2017 Mon 21st August - Wed 20th September 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 29th August 5pm - 7pm
Wednesday 6th September 5pm 8.30pm
Tuesday 12th September 5pm - 7pm
3. Enrolment at LCFE Cappamo re Enrolment for Adult Education Day and Evening Programmes for September 2017 will take place at the College as follows:
Enrolment - September 2017
Mon 21st August Wed 20th September 9.30am - 1.30pm
Tuesday 12th September 5pm - 7pm
NOTE: For convenience it is possible to register for all of our programmes that are available at both campi at either Mulgrave Street or Cappamore.
4 By Post
One may register by post by returning a completed application form and payment by cheque, bank draft or postal order. Please make payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (LCET B). FOR SECURITY REASONS, WE CANNOT ACCEPT CASH. Return application form(s) to:
Evening Programmes,
Limerick College of Further Education,
Mulgrave Street, Limerick
January Enrolment
All programmes up to 14 weeks in duration will also run in January 2018. Enrolment for Adult Evening Programmes for January 2018 will take place at the College as follows:
Enrolment January 2018:
Wed 3rd - Thursday 18th January, 10am - 3pm
Wed 10th January, 5pm - 7pm
Existing Programmes will recommence on Monday 8th January 2018 and new programmes will commence on Monday 22nd January 2018.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
12 weeks. Monday 18.45 - 21.45 |
| Course Fee |
Expand+250 Materials Fee 50
Application forms cannot be processed nor places reserved without the full payment of tuition fees. Cheques, bank drafts or postal orders should be made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (LCETB).
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Hide-250 Materials Fee 50
Application forms cannot be processed nor places reserved without the full payment of tuition fees. Cheques, bank drafts or postal orders should be made payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (LCETB).
For Security Reasons WE CANNOT ACCEPT CASH.
Refund Policy
Programme Cancellation For a programme to commence it is necessary to enrol a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached the programme will be cancelled. Participants will be notified and a full fee refund will be processed. Any fees paid by cash are refunded by cheque and will require some time to process.
Viable Programmes
All other programmes must remain viable and be self-financing; therefore, NO REFUND S, under any circumstances, are available once a programme commences. We regret we cannot entertain any other requests for refunds. Once a programme commences participants cannot defer their place on that programme to another term. It is the responsibility of the participants to inform themselves of the programme commencement date, content, programme duration, etc.
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| Financial Support |
20% discount on tuition fees for individuals in receipt of Full Job Seekers Allowance/ Benefit, Disability Allowance or One Parent Family Payment
20% discount on tuition fees for all full-time LCFE learners
20% discount on tuition fees for all senior citizens |
| Comment |
Expand+Course Cancellation:
For a course to commence it is necessary to enrol a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached, the course will be cancelled. Participants will be notified and a full fee refund will be processed automatical...
Hide-Course Cancellation:
For a course to commence it is necessary to enrol a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached, the course will be cancelled. Participants will be notified and a full fee refund will be processed automatically.
Viable Courses:
All other courses must remain viable and be self-financing; therefore, NO REFUNDS, under any circumstances, are available once a course commences. We regret we cannot entertain any other requests for refunds. Once a course commences participants cannot defer their place on that course to another term. It is the responsibility of the participants to inform themselves of the course content, course duration etc.
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| Course Content |
Expand+Participant Profile
This programme is specifically designed for those with a good knowledge of bicycle maintenance, have completed the beginners course at LCFE or have a working track record in the bicycle industry. This twelve week programme will ...
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This programme is specifically designed for those with a good knowledge of bicycle maintenance, have completed the beginners course at LCFE or have a working track record in the bicycle industry. This twelve week programme will cover all aspects of bicycle maintenance, dismantling and rebuilding a modern bicycle, part by part. The bicycles, work stations and specialist tools will be provided.
Programme Description
The programme is a beginners/ intermediate programme aimed at those who wish to have knowledge for their own use or join the cycle industry, either as a mechanic or starting their own business or individuals who want to learn more about the art of cycle maintenance.
Items Covered
Whether you wish to further your career in the bicycle industry or enhance your personal knowledge for enjoyment or as a competitive cyclist, this course offers an in-depth and engaging insight into bicycle maintenance.
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Weeks 1 - 3
Dismantling of the working bicycle
Logging and storing of parts
Quality control of parts
Cleaning and lubricating
Dismantling the wheel
Weeks 4 - 7
Wheel construction
Spoke patterns and choices
Rim inspection
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Dismantling of the working bicycle
Logging and storing of parts
Quality control of parts
Cleaning and lubricating
Dismantling the wheel
Weeks 4 - 7
Wheel construction
Spoke patterns and choices
Rim inspection
Lacing a wheel
Wheel balancing
Wheel materials and technology
Weeks 8 - 12
Reconstruction of bicycle
Importance of componentry
Quality assurance
Frame and wheel alignment
Checks and balances
Torque and pressure levels
Servicing
This programme will be delivered by GOECO Specialist Bikes Ltd. See Complete Bicycle Maintenance programme for further details.
Note: A separate exam fee is payable to City and Guilds
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| Further Enquiries |
MAIN CAMPUS
Mulgrave Street, Limerick
Telephone 061 414 344
CAPPAMORE CAMPUS
Cappamore, Co.Limerick
Telephone 061 381 272
www.lcfe.ie Email adulted@lcfe.ie |
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