Mechanical
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
Take your skills to the next level with the New Zealand Certificate in Bicycle Mechanics (Level 4). Advance your understanding through online learning, block courses, and industry work-based experience, mastering areas such as wheel building, suspension servicing, and e-bike diagnostics for a career in New Zealand’s growing cycle industry.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 17 weeks
This course requires 12 hours per week

Carry out diagnostic procedures, repair and/or overhaul a range of bicycle components and systems under broad guidance, and inspect frames and forks.

Effectively communicate with customers to interpret requirements and recommend solutions for bicycle components and systems.

This programme equips experienced bicycle technicians with advanced knowledge and practical expertise in bicycle mechanics. Students learn specialist techniques like wheel building, suspension servicing, frame and fork preparation, and e-bike systems diagnostics. The blended delivery includes online modules, practical block courses in Cromwell, and extensive workplace experience, preparing graduates for senior roles in the bike industry, including management, specialist servicing, and performance teams.
What you need to know first
Completion of the New Zealand Certificate in Bicycle Servicing (Level 3) or equivalent industry experience

Bicycle industry
Mechanical engineering
Retail and workshop services
Tourism (cycle sector)

Senior workshop and retail bicycle mechanic
Unsupervised sole bicycle workshop roles

Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.
Mechanical
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
Take your skills to the next level with the New Zealand Certificate in Bicycle Mechanics (Level 4). Advance your understanding through online learning, block courses, and industry work-based experience, mastering areas such as wheel building, suspension servicing, and e-bike diagnostics for a career in New Zealand’s growing cycle industry.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 17 weeks
This course requires 12 hours per week

Carry out diagnostic procedures, repair and/or overhaul a range of bicycle components and systems under broad guidance, and inspect frames and forks.

Effectively communicate with customers to interpret requirements and recommend solutions for bicycle components and systems.

This programme equips experienced bicycle technicians with advanced knowledge and practical expertise in bicycle mechanics. Students learn specialist techniques like wheel building, suspension servicing, frame and fork preparation, and e-bike systems diagnostics. The blended delivery includes online modules, practical block courses in Cromwell, and extensive workplace experience, preparing graduates for senior roles in the bike industry, including management, specialist servicing, and performance teams.
What you need to know first
Completion of the New Zealand Certificate in Bicycle Servicing (Level 3) or equivalent industry experience

Bicycle industry
Mechanical engineering
Retail and workshop services
Tourism (cycle sector)

Senior workshop and retail bicycle mechanic
Unsupervised sole bicycle workshop roles

Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.
Apply design principles and ergonomic considerations to select and tune bicycle components and systems for optimal rider fit.
Open entry. International students are individually assessed for readiness.
Specialist servicing (wheel building, suspension servicing)
Bicycle tourism mechanic or guide
Mechanic with professional cycling teams
Bicycle store ownership
Cycle import and distribution businesses
Cycle coaching, fitting, and bicycle design/building
Industry roles in research, marketing, journalism or event management
Apply design principles and ergonomic considerations to select and tune bicycle components and systems for optimal rider fit.
Open entry. International students are individually assessed for readiness.
Specialist servicing (wheel building, suspension servicing)
Bicycle tourism mechanic or guide
Mechanic with professional cycling teams
Bicycle store ownership
Cycle import and distribution businesses
Cycle coaching, fitting, and bicycle design/building
Industry roles in research, marketing, journalism or event management