[AT] OT Bicycle program

[James Peck]

So true. This link lists a couple of vocational bicycle mechanic programs. The problem such programs have is that everybody who pays for the course expects a completion certificate, regardless of the skill level they end up with. The link does mention that big earnings should not be expected.

https://forums.mtbr.com/tooltime/highest-regarded-bike-mechanic-school-north-america-827055.html

The recently exposed college admissions cheating scandal is possible because once admitted, the overrated students will get good enough grades to graduate.

[Stephen]There is no such thing as an Associate Degree in Bicycle Mechanics.

The program in the link provided is not intended to train bicycle mechanics.  It uses the bicycle as a case study in modern manufacturing, encompassing welding and fabrication of a variety of materials (advanced high-alloy steels, aluminum, titanium) plus composite (aka "carbon fiber") techniques, plastic injection molding, CAD design work, etc etc.  I find it a very clever way of engaging the students.
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