ETCAL
Level 2
QN: 610/3260/8
Curriculum Active
ETCAL Level 2 Certificate in Bicycle Mechanics
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ETCAL. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 133 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
ETCAL
Syllabus Units
10 Units
Guided Hours
133 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Bearing Systems used in Bicycles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the types of bearing systems used in bicycles
- Know the common failure modes of the bearing systems used in bicycles
- Understand how to select replacement bearing elements used in bicycles
- Understand how to fit and adjust bearing systems used in bicycles
2
Bicycle Brakes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the types of bicycle braking systems in use
- Understand how to maintain bicycle brake systems
- Understand how to replace defective bicycle brake assemblies
3
Bicycle Frame Assemblies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the possible varieties of bicycle frame assemblies
- Know the names of bicycle frame components
- Understand how to check the alignment of bicycle frames
- Understand how to maintain a bicycle steering system
- Understand how to maintain a bicycle pedal crank system
- Understand how to replace and adjust the bicycle seating system
4
Bicycle Gears
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the technology used in bicycle gear systems
- Understand how to maintain bicycle gear systems
- Understand how to replace defective bicycle gear assemblies
5
Bicycle Suspension
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to inspect bicycle suspension
- Understand how to maintain bicycle suspension
6
Bicycle Wheels
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to inspect the bicycle wheel assembly
- Understand how to maintain bicycle wheel hubs
- Understand how to maintain bicycle wheels
7
Business Skills in the Bicycle Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to work safely in the bicycle industry
- Understand how to use organisational processes to carry out commercial functions
- Understand how to work effectively in the bicycle industry
8
Maintain Bicycles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to inspect bicycles
- Understand how to carry out bicycle maintenance operations
- Understand how to test ride bicycles
- Understand how to conclude bicycle maintenance operations
9
Prepare a New Bicycle
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to follow own organisation’s and manufacturer’s requirements in the preparation of a new bicycle
10
Understanding the Bicycle Market and Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the types of bicycles and their characteristics relevant to the current era
- Understand how the current market is changing the types of bicycles being produced
- Understand the range of sellers, renters and maintainers who operate in the UK bicycle market
- Know the sources of and understand the legislation that applies to the UK bicycle industry
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3260/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- ETCAL
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Oct 2023