Upcoming Courses
September 2020
Painting and Varnishing- 2 day course
Learn how to prepare surfaces, apply to caulked vessels, brush application of single and two pack finishes in both paint and varnish to achieve a professional finish.
October 2020
Introduction to Woodworking – 4.5 day course
Introduction to Woodworking delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
Glass Reinforced Plastics – 4.5 day course
This hands on course provides a comprehensive understanding of the use and treatment of GRP.
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving 9th October 2020 Course Duration: 2.5 days. A practical approach to v-cutting lettering and decorative motifs into wood. This course is led by award winning lettering sculptor Gary Breeze. This practical short course will suit any level of experience although some drawing skills would be very useful. A structured start is followed by guided independent practise. A simple approach to v-cutting letters will quickly lead to the creation of your first project, building confidence in both…
Lofting Theory – 2 day course
This course takes designers’ drawings and develops them on the loft floor.
November 2020
Traditional Rigging and Wirework – 3 day course
Providing a sound introduction to traditional rigging and wirework techniques.
Router Course – 3 day course
The IBTC Router Course is an intensive, practical, 3 day course which covers the introduction to routers, cutter types, router use and health and safety.
Caulking – 2 day course
The course covers oakum bails, an introduction to types of irons and tools used in the caulking process and the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice on a real vessel.
Painting and Varnishing- 2 day course
Learn how to prepare surfaces, apply to caulked vessels, brush application of single and two pack finishes in both paint and varnish to achieve a professional finish.
Introduction to Woodworking – 4.5 day course
Introduction to Woodworking delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
Glass Reinforced Plastics – 4.5 day course
This hands on course provides a comprehensive understanding of the use and treatment of GRP.
December 2020
Painting and Varnishing- 2 day course
Learn how to prepare surfaces, apply to caulked vessels, brush application of single and two pack finishes in both paint and varnish to achieve a professional finish.
Basic Boat Plumbing and Electrics – 2 day course
This introductory course gives students a solid grounding in basic marine plumbing and electrics.
Wood Steaming and Laminating
Wood Steaming and Laminating Steam Bending and wood laminating are two processes that allow significant creativity in handling wood and wood products. An understanding of the processes allow designers , wood workers and artists to not only gain a deeper more accurate insight into the real nature of wood, but also gives you the tools to make designs not possible with any other methods Course Contents What makes wood bend? Making of a four foot steam tube.…
Timber Technology
A theory based course covering timber, both naturally grown and manufactured wood products, and their application within the marine industry. The course covers wood defects, hardwoods, softwoods, conversion, seasoning and wood decay.
Boat Terminology
A day that takes the mystique out of boatbuilding. This theory based session covers boat building terminology and methods. The day provides plenty of opportunity to get amongst boats in various stages of construction and to meet our boat builders.
January 2021
Woodworking & Joinery Skills – 12 Weeks
Woodworking & Joinery Skills 12 Weeks 11th January, 17th May & 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £5,950 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.15-16.45, Fri 08.15-12.45 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking & joinery skills suitable for all including those with no previous experience. Forming the foundation element for our 47 week boatbuilding course it forms the backbone of our college from which our boat builders develop. Learning through practical exercises you will be instructed how to…
Boatbuilding – Full Time
Boatbuilding - Full Time 11th January, 17th May and 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 47 Weeks -£15,608 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 Our flagship course leads to the internationally recognised and coveted IBTC Diploma in boatbuilding along with City and Guilds 2473 level 3. This comprehensive course covers all the skills required to build and maintain boats. With an emphasis on learning through practical application of skills you will work on a wide range of boatbuilding projects, under the…
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma 11th January, 17th May and 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,100 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking & joinery skills leading to a Level 2 City and Guilds Diploma in Bench Joinery (C&G 6706-26) This City & Guilds qualification is aimed at people wishing to learn some skills in carpentry and joinery, to progress on to becoming skilled in their chosen trade,…
May 2021
Woodworking & Joinery Skills – 12 Weeks
Woodworking & Joinery Skills 12 Weeks 11th January, 17th May & 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £5,950 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.15-16.45, Fri 08.15-12.45 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking & joinery skills suitable for all including those with no previous experience. Forming the foundation element for our 47 week boatbuilding course it forms the backbone of our college from which our boat builders develop. Learning through practical exercises you will be instructed how to…
Boatbuilding – Full Time
Boatbuilding - Full Time 11th January, 17th May and 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 47 Weeks -£15,608 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 Our flagship course leads to the internationally recognised and coveted IBTC Diploma in boatbuilding along with City and Guilds 2473 level 3. This comprehensive course covers all the skills required to build and maintain boats. With an emphasis on learning through practical application of skills you will work on a wide range of boatbuilding projects, under the…
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma 11th January, 17th May and 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,100 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking & joinery skills leading to a Level 2 City and Guilds Diploma in Bench Joinery (C&G 6706-26) This City & Guilds qualification is aimed at people wishing to learn some skills in carpentry and joinery, to progress on to becoming skilled in their chosen trade,…
September 2021
Woodworking & Joinery Skills – 12 Weeks
Woodworking & Joinery Skills 12 Weeks 11th January, 17th May & 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £5,950 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.15-16.45, Fri 08.15-12.45 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking & joinery skills suitable for all including those with no previous experience. Forming the foundation element for our 47 week boatbuilding course it forms the backbone of our college from which our boat builders develop. Learning through practical exercises you will be instructed how to…
Boatbuilding – Full Time
Boatbuilding - Full Time 11th January, 17th May and 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 47 Weeks -£15,608 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 Our flagship course leads to the internationally recognised and coveted IBTC Diploma in boatbuilding along with City and Guilds 2473 level 3. This comprehensive course covers all the skills required to build and maintain boats. With an emphasis on learning through practical application of skills you will work on a wide range of boatbuilding projects, under the…
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma 11th January, 17th May and 13th September 2021 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,100 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking & joinery skills leading to a Level 2 City and Guilds Diploma in Bench Joinery (C&G 6706-26) This City & Guilds qualification is aimed at people wishing to learn some skills in carpentry and joinery, to progress on to becoming skilled in their chosen trade,…