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September 2019
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…
October 2019
Basic Boat Plumbing and Electrics – 2 day course
This introductory course gives students a solid grounding in basic marine plumbing and electrics.
Introduction to woodworking – 4.5 day course
This course delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
Traditional Rigging and Wirework – 3 day course
Providing a sound introduction to traditional rigging and wirework techniques.
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving 16th August & 18th October 2019 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…
Lofting Theory – 2 day course
This course takes designers’ drawings and develops them on the loft floor.
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.
November 2019
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…
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
This course delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
Basic Boat Plumbing and Electrics – 2 day course
This introductory course gives students a solid grounding in basic marine plumbing and electrics.
Glass Reinforced Plastics – 4.5 day course
This hands on course provides a comprehensive understanding of the use and treatment of GRP.
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.
December 2019
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.
Splicing and Ropework- 2 day course
A broad introduction to ropework techniques, including splicing and knotting.