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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.
Wood Steaming and Laminating Weekend Course
Wood Steaming and Laminating Weekend Course 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…
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving Starting 6th July and 2nd November 2018 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,…
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.
RYA Diesel Engine – 1 day course
A one-day beginners’ guide to help you prevent and solve diesel engine failure
RYA Marine VHF/SRC Radio Course
The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. This includes both fixed and hand held equipment using international channels. This course covers both training and examination. The course also replaces the previous VHF Radio Operators Certificate and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The RYA Short Range Certificate course…
Splicing and Ropework- 2 day course
A broad introduction to ropework techniques, including splicing and knotting.
Introduction to woodwork – 4.5 day course
This course 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.
Wood Steaming and Laminating Weekend Course
Wood Steaming and Laminating Weekend Course 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…
RYA Marine VHF/SRC Radio Course
The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. This includes both fixed and hand held equipment using international channels. This course covers both training and examination. The course also replaces the previous VHF Radio Operators Certificate and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The RYA Short Range Certificate course…
Traditional Rigging and Wirework – 3 day course
Providing a sound introduction to traditional rigging and wirework techniques.
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.
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.
Wood Steaming and Laminating Weekend Course
Wood Steaming and Laminating Weekend Course 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…
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.
RYA Marine VHF/SRC Radio Course
The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. This includes both fixed and hand held equipment using international channels. This course covers both training and examination. The course also replaces the previous VHF Radio Operators Certificate and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The RYA Short Range Certificate course…
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course Evenings
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course Evenings A comprehensive introduction to cruising for inexperienced skippers. Day skipper Weekend 17th/18th March and 24th/25th March £405 Day skipper 5 Day s£405 Wednesday 11th April to 15th April Friday 11th May to 15th May Thursday 11th October to 15th October Sunday 11th November to 15th November Tuesday 11th December to 15th December Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 13th March £330 Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 25th September £330…
Lofting Theory – 2 day course
This course takes designers’ drawings and develops them on the loft floor.
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course (5 days)
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course A comprehensive introduction to cruising for inexperienced skippers. Day skipper Weekend 17th/18th March and 24th/25th March £405 Day skipper 5 Day s£405 Wednesday 11th April to 15th April Friday 11th May to 15th May Thursday 11th October to 15th October Sunday 11th November to 15th November Tuesday 11th December to 15th December Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 13th March £330 Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 25th September £330 This…
RYA Marine VHF/SRC Radio Course
The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. This includes both fixed and hand held equipment using international channels. This course covers both training and examination. The course also replaces the previous VHF Radio Operators Certificate and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The RYA Short Range Certificate course…
Basic Boat Plumbing and Electrics – 2 day course
This introductory course gives students a solid grounding in basic marine plumbing and electrics.
Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Shorebased (Six Days)
Advanced training for more experienced skippers building on the Day Skipper course. This course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. This course will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology skills. As with the Day Skipper shorebased course, the RYA’s specially designed chart plotter software will be used during the course to give you a realistic taste of modern electronic…
RYA Diesel Engine – 1 day course
A one-day beginners’ guide to help you prevent and solve diesel engine failure
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving Starting 6th July and 2nd November 2018 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,…
Introduction to woodwork – 4.5 day course
This course delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
RYA Marine VHF/SRC Radio Course
The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. This includes both fixed and hand held equipment using international channels. This course covers both training and examination. The course also replaces the previous VHF Radio Operators Certificate and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The RYA Short Range Certificate course…
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course (5 days)
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course A comprehensive introduction to cruising for inexperienced skippers. Day skipper Weekend 17th/18th March and 24th/25th March £405 Day skipper 5 Day s£405 Wednesday 11th April to 15th April Friday 11th May to 15th May Thursday 11th October to 15th October Sunday 11th November to 15th November Tuesday 11th December to 15th December Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 13th March £330 Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 25th September £330 This…
Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Shorebased (Six Days)
Advanced training for more experienced skippers building on the Day Skipper course. This course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. This course will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology skills. As with the Day Skipper shorebased course, the RYA’s specially designed chart plotter software will be used during the course to give you a realistic taste of modern electronic…
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.
RYA Marine VHF/SRC Radio Course
The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to control the operation of VHF and VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC) equipment on any British flagged vessel voluntarily fitted with a radio. This includes both fixed and hand held equipment using international channels. This course covers both training and examination. The course also replaces the previous VHF Radio Operators Certificate and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The RYA Short Range Certificate course…
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course (5 days)
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course A comprehensive introduction to cruising for inexperienced skippers. Day skipper Weekend 17th/18th March and 24th/25th March £405 Day skipper 5 Day s£405 Wednesday 11th April to 15th April Friday 11th May to 15th May Thursday 11th October to 15th October Sunday 11th November to 15th November Tuesday 11th December to 15th December Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 13th March £330 Day skipper evenings 13 weeks Tuesday evenings starting 25th September £330 This…