Continuing Education Seminars

UBI's Continuing Education Seminars are designed for experienced mechanics, or previous graduates who have completed our Professional Repair and Shop Operation course. The goal of the seminars is to provide training in specific skills and technologies that will help you become a more complete mechanic. Topics will vary from year to year in order to stay current with the latest bicycle technology.

• ·FOX Master Tech Clinic - Reg. Fee $300 - Tuition $300 -- TOTAL $600
•  UBI Disc Brake Seminar - Reg. Fee $50 - Tuition $150 -- TOTAL $200
•  Chris King Seminar - Reg. Fee $50 - Tuition $150 -- TOTAL $200

FOX MASTER TECH CLINIC

UBI is partnering with FOX Racing Shox to offer five FOX Master Tech Clinics in 2012. This one-day clinic, designed for experienced bike mechanics who work for authorized Fox dealers, will give students the latest tips, techniques and hands-on training for servicing FOX forks.

Who Will Benefit:

• Experienced Mechanics
• FOX dealers
• Career Oriented Mechanics

The clinics will be taught by FOX technicians and UBI instructors. Here’s the exciting part: In addition to the knowledge gained in the clinic, each student, at registration, will choose a FOX fork to assemble and work on during class. At the end of the class, the student will keep the fork that they have chosen!

Pre-requisites:

• The student must be employed by an authorized FOX dealer.
• The student must have the consent of his/her supervisor or the owner of the dealer to attend.
• At the time of registration, the student must choose the fork he or she intends to use for class. This choice is final.

What You Will Learn

Students will learn the essentials of Fox bicycle suspension design, service intervals, and a deep understanding of FOX suspension internals. Hands-on procedures include disassembly and reassembly of FOX Fit cartridges in 32, 34 and 36 stanchion forks, rear shock air sleeve service, and a complete overhaul of the student's chosen FOX fork.

Tuition:

Total tuition is $600, which includes the FOX fork! A $300 NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee is due at the time of registration.

Here are the forks the students can choose from:

32 FLOAT - 100 Fit RLC 1 1/8” / 9mm
32 FLOAT - 100 Fit RLC 1 1/8" / 15QR
32 FLOAT - 100 Fit RLC 1 1/8" / 15QR
32 FLOAT - 100 Fit RLC 1.5 Tapered / 15QR
32 FLOAT - 120 Fit RLC 1 1/8” / 15mm QR
32 FLOAT - 120 Fit RLC 1.5" Tapered / 15QR
32 TALAS - 150 Fit RLC 1.5” Tapered / 15QR
32 TALAS - 150 Fit RLC 1 1/8 / 15QR
32 FLOAT 29 – 100 Fit RLC 1 1/8” / 9mm
32 FLOAT 29 – 100 Fit RLC 1 1/8” / 15QR
32 FLOAT 29 – 100 Fit RLC 1.5" Tapered / 15QR
36 FLOAT – 160 Fit RLC 1.5 Tapered
36 FLOAT – 160 Fit RLC 1 1/8
36 TALAS – 160 Fit RLC 1.5 Tapered

• September 8, 2012
• November 10, 2012

• March 10, 2012
• May 19, 2012
• June 23, 2012

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 UBI DISC BRAKE SEMINAR

Who Will Benefit:
Experienced Mechanics
Graduates of our Pro Class
Career Oriented Mechanics

Prerequisites: Previous graduate of our Professional Repair and Shop Operation course or a minimum of 1 year experience as a professional bicycle shop mechanic.

What You Will Learn

This course is suitable for experienced mechanics or students who have taken our Professional Repair and Shop Operation course who would like to build on that foundation. We cover the most advanced topics of disc brake technology, from the theory of hydraulic brakes to the latest maintenance and overhaul procedures. The seminar covers disc brakes from Shimano, Avid, Hayes, Hope and Magura, and was developed by UBI with assistance from the manufacturers.

All students who successfully complete the seminar will receive a UBI Certificate of Completion

Some of the topics covered include:

• Set-up of Cable and Hydraulic Systems
• Bleed Procedures
• Line Replacement and Sizing
• Caliper Construction
• Frame/Fork Prep for Caliper Mounting
• Rotor Selection and Trueing
• Lever Construction
• Tool Selection

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 CHRIS KING SEMINAR

Who Will Benefit:
Experienced Mechanics
Graduates of our Pro Class
Career Oriented Mechanics

Prerequisites: You must be a graduate of our Professional Repair and Shop Operation course orhave a minimum of 1 year experience as a professional bicycle shop mechanic.

What You Will Learn

Chris King Precision Components has been an industry leader in headset and bearing technology for years, and also offers high-end hubs, bottom brackets and other specialty components. Chris King has also been a strong advocate for precise press fit dimensions and other standards. This seminar gives the mechanic the necessary skills and knowledge to install and maintain all Chris King components. It will be taught by UBI teaching staff with assistance from Chris King technicians.

Some of the topics covered include:

• Press Fit Dimensions
• Frame Prep for Chris King Components
• Bearing Theory
• Hub Overhaul
• Bottom Bracket Overhaul
• Chris King Shop Tools
• Bearing Cleaning & Maintenance

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Tuition Information

The cost for either the Disc Brake or Chris King Seminar is $150.  A $50 non-refundable registration fee is required with your signed class application.

The cost for the FOX Master Tech Clinic is $600, which includes the FOX fork selected by the student. A $300 non-refundable registration fee is required with your signed class application.

Please register early! We expect these seminars to fill quickly. It is a good idea to call us before sending in your application to verify availability. Click here for a schedule of classes. For more information, check our mechanics class FAQ page!

CLASS QUICKLINKS

Schedules

• Ashland Class Schedule
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Mechanic Classes

• Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance
• Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance for Women
• Professional Repair & Shop Operation
• Advanced Certification Seminars
• Continuing Education Seminars
• Mechanic Certification & Graduate Benefits
• Mechanics Class FAQ

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• Cromoly Brazing Frame Building
• Cromoly TIG Welding Frame Building
• Titanium Frame Building
• Alumni Frame Building Week
• TIG Welding Seminar
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