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Motorcycle Safety (Continuing Education)

Short Term

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic Rider course uses the curriculum developed by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. It is designed for persons with little or no riding experience; however, participants must be able to ride a bicycle.

Use the Section number corresponding to the date you wish to take the class in the search field Course Code Number from the listed classes below. 

Please include a current email address when you register so that you do not miss the link to the online portion of the class. Check your email for important class information around the week your class is scheduled. Also consider adding a phone number so you can be notified quickly if there are changing weather conditions. If you have previously attended Â鶹¾«Æ·ÔÚÏß²¥·Å, check your account information in to ensure it is up-to-date. This includes your mailing address, which is required by the MSF organization for your certification card, and in case you need a refund. if you have forgotten it.

Course Drop/Withdrawal/Cancellation Policy

Registration fee refunds for continuing education classes are subject to the following requirements:

  1. If a course is canceled, a refund is issued automatically within four to six weeks. A 100 percent refund of occupational extension registration fees is issued if a student officially removes themselves from a course prior to the first class meeting by submitting the CE Withdrawal Form.

    Submit this form to registration@durhamtech.edu.

    Students who withdraw from continuing education courses cannot remove themselves from a class using  or Instant Enrollment. Learn more in the Course Cancellation and Refund procedure.
     
  2. A 75 percent refund of occupational extension registration fees is issued if the student officially withdraws prior to the 10 percent point in the course. For courses with 10 or fewer class meetings, refund requests must be submitted to the College no later than the first class meeting. No partial refunds are given for courses with one class meeting (which applies to Motorcycle Safety.) 
     

Note: There is an online piece to the course that must be completed prior to coming to class on Saturday morning. Once you are registered and have paid for your class, an email does go out to all students with the supplemental information for each class at least one week before that scheduled class. If you have not received any communication from Mr. James Hale, please email him at halej@durhamtech.edu.

Arrive at the motorcycles with all of your gear a minimum of 15 minutes prior to riding. Be ready to ride at the appointed time.

Gear (minimum requirements)
  • DOT Approved Helmet – we have helmets for your use if needed
  • Eye protection - face shield, goggles or glasses
  • Long sleeve shirt; dress in layers if possible
  • Long pants - sturdy denim is good; no flared bottoms or super baggy
  • Over the ankle shoes. Must completely cover the ankle bone. (Chunky shoes make shifting difficult)
  • Full-fingered gloves (does not have to be motorcycle gloves but cannot be rubber gloves)
  • Sunglasses (optional)
Nice to know
  • Lunch is on your own. Bring it with you, or go out.
  • No set duration for lunch - varies between 45 minutes and one hour.
  • Bring water - freeze a bottle or two. they stay cooler on warm days
  • Drink two glasses of water each night to help hydrate your body.
  • Folding chair - nice for breaks and lunch time.
  • Wear sunscreen - lips also.
  • Bring snacks.
  • Generally range riding each morning and classroom each afternoon.
Need to know
  • All written materials are provided for you.
  • Class may run past scheduled time. Be flexible.
  • To complete the course, you must arrive on time for each session. Do not be late. The full allotted time is required by the course.
  • You will be tired and sore - refrain from any late-night activities.
  • This is a Pass/Fail class. There is a student grievance process if you do not agree with the grade given. View Grievance Policy.
  • If you come to class but cannot complete that class, you cannot be registered for a future class, unless in emergency situations where clear evidence is provided like a doctor's report etc. (The reason will be reviewed by the Lead Coach, Director, and Dean of the department to determine outcome, and if determined a second chance will be granted, it must be done with six weeks of current class.) 

CSP-4000M Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic Rider

This course uses the curriculum developed by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. It is designed for persons with little or no riding experience; however, participants must be able to ride a bicycle. Supplies needed include eye protection eyeglasses, sunglasses, goggles, or face shield; full-fingered gloves; over-the-ankle boots; long pants; long-sleeved shirt or jacket; and a N.C. Department of Transportation-approved helmet (some are provided). Motorcycles are provided.
Section
Number
Dates Location Building Room Time Format
95523
2/22 - 2/23
2/22 - 2/23
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
95524
3/1 - 3/2
3/1 - 3/2
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
95525
3/15 - 3/16
3/15 - 3/16
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
95526
3/22 - 3/23
3/22 - 3/23
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
95527
4/5 - 4/6
4/5 - 4/6
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
95528
4/12 - 4/13
4/12 - 4/13
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
95529
4/26 - 4/27
4/26 - 4/27
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
96662
5/3 - 5/4
5/3 - 5/4
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
96664
5/17 - 5/18
5/17 - 5/18
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
96665
5/31 - 6/1
5/31 - 6/1
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
96666
6/7 - 6/8
6/7 - 6/8
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
96667
6/21 - 6/22
6/21 - 6/22
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom
96668
6/28 - 6/29
6/28 - 6/29
Main Campus
162
S 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SU 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Classroom