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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Motorcycle Safety
Course Descriptions


Motorcycle Safety

The Motorcycle Safety program is located at the Carson WNC campus and is designed to teach students basic motorcycle safety.

Registration Process
Register for classes by phone or in person at the Community Education office. Payment must accompany registration or it will not be processed. Motorcycle class fee payments are non-refundable; senior discounts do not apply.

Walk-in Registration
Community Education Office
Reynolds Center, Room 104C
2201 West College Parkway, Carson City
Payments may be made by check, money order, credit card or cash

Phone Registration
775-445-4268
Payment by credit card only

Fax Registration
775-445-3286
Payment by credit card only

Courses in Motorcycle Safety as listed in the 2008-2009 WNC catalog. Back to the Motorcycle Safety main page.

Courses
MRC 1000 Basic Rider Course
    Non-credit. 
Aimed at beginning riders, this program introduces students to motorcycle controls, motorcycle riding, basic maneuvers, street riding and traffic skills. All levels of experience are welcome. Students must be at least 16 years of age with a class C or A license; for anyone who is 16 to 18 it is strongly recommended to call the Community Education office for the latest DMV regulations to obtain a class M endorsement. Students MUST be able to ride a bicycle. Upon successful completion students will receive an endorsement card to take to Nevada DMV to get a class M motorcycle endorsement added to a class C or A license. ATTENDANCE AT ALL SESSIONS IS MANDATORY. IF STUDENTS ARE LATE, EVEN BY TWO MINUTES, MISS A CLASS, ARE DISMISSED FROM CLASS OR DO NOT ATTEND, THEIR CLASS FEE IS FORFEITED. ANOTHER PERSON CAN NOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR A PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED STUDENT. This is a difficult program; students may be dismissed if their lack of progression endangers themselves or fellow classmates. THE FOLLOWING CLOTHING IS REQUIRED: eye protection such as glasses, gloves with fingers (no skin exposed), long sleeved shirt or jacket, over the ankle boots and long pants. Motorcycle and helmet provided. THE FOLLOWING ARE SUGGESTED ITEMS TO HAVE WHILE OUT ON THE COURSE: lawn chair, sun screen, snacks and fluids. For further information or to register call the Community Education office at 445-4268. Please note that payment is due at the time of registration.
MRC 1100 Experienced Rider Course
    Non-credit. 
This course is designed for those with motorcycle riding experience that have been licensed in another state or need a refresher course. This is a one day, very condensed class. Student MUST provide their own DOT approved helmet, motorcycle with current Nevada registration and proof of insurance.

IF STUDENTS ARE LATE, MISS A CLASS, DO NOT BRING OR WEAR THE REQUIRED ITEMS, ARE DISMISSED FROM CLASS OR DO NOT ATTEND, THEIR CLASS FEE IS FORFEITED. This is a difficult program; students may be dismissed if their lack of progression endangers themselves or fellow classmates.

THE FOLLOWING CLOTHING IS REQUIRED: Glasses, gloves with fingers, long sleeved shirt or jacket, over the ankle boots and long pants.
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