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December 2023
Boat Terminology – 1 day course
Boat Technology 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 2024
Woodworking & Joinery Skills – 12 Weeks
8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,415 for 2024 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.15-16.45, Fri 08.15-12.45 The IBTC Woodworking & Joinery Skills course is an intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking and joinery skills suitable for everyone, including those with no previous experience. Forming the foundational element of our 47-week boatbuilding course, the Woodworking & Joinery Skills course is the backbone of our college and the knowledge and skills taught are at…
Boatbuilding – Full Time
Boatbuilding - Full Time 8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 47 Weeks - £17,590 for 2024 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…
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma Start Dates 8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,565 for 2023 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking and joinery skills leading to a Level 2 City and Guilds Diploma in Bench Joinery (C&G 6706-26) This City & Guilds qualification course is aimed at people wishing to learn the essential skills in carpentry and joinery in order to progress…
February 2024
Open Days 10:00 – 16:00
Open Days
Lofting Theory – 2 day course
This course takes designers’ drawings and develops them on the loft floor.
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 (GRP) – 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.
March 2024
Timber Technology – 1 day course
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.
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.
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
Introduction to Woodworking delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving 22nd - 24th March 2024 25th - 27th October 2024 Course Duration: 2.5 days. Our Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving course provides a practical approach to v-cutting lettering and decorative motifs into wood. This course is led by award winning lettering sculptor Gary Breeze. This short course will suit any level of experience although some drawing skills would be very useful. A structured start is followed by guided independent practice. A simple approach to v-cutting letters will…
Open Days 10:00 – 16:00
Open Days
April 2024
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.
Boat Terminology – 1 day course
Boat Technology 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.
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.
Splicing & Ropework – 2 day course
Splicing and rope work provides broad introduction to ropework techniques, including splicing and knotting.
May 2024
Lofting Theory – 2 day course
This course takes designers’ drawings and develops them on the loft floor.
Woodworking & Joinery Skills – 12 Weeks
8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,415 for 2024 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.15-16.45, Fri 08.15-12.45 The IBTC Woodworking & Joinery Skills course is an intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking and joinery skills suitable for everyone, including those with no previous experience. Forming the foundational element of our 47-week boatbuilding course, the Woodworking & Joinery Skills course is the backbone of our college and the knowledge and skills taught are at…
Boatbuilding – Full Time
Boatbuilding - Full Time 8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 47 Weeks - £17,590 for 2024 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…
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma Start Dates 8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,565 for 2023 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking and joinery skills leading to a Level 2 City and Guilds Diploma in Bench Joinery (C&G 6706-26) This City & Guilds qualification course is aimed at people wishing to learn the essential skills in carpentry and joinery in order to progress…
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.
Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) – 4.5 day course
This hands on course provides a comprehensive understanding of the use and treatment of GRP.
June 2024
Open Days 10:00 – 16:00
Open Days
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
Introduction to Woodworking delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
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.
July 2024
Timber Technology – 1 day course
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.
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.
Splicing & Ropework – 2 day course
Splicing and rope work provides broad introduction to ropework techniques, including splicing and knotting.
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.
Lofting Theory – 2 day course
This course takes designers’ drawings and develops them on the loft floor.
August 2024
Open Days 10:00 – 16:00
Open Days
Boat Terminology – 1 day course
Boat Technology 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.
September 2024
Glass Reinforced Plastics (GRP) – 4.5 day course
This hands on course provides a comprehensive understanding of the use and treatment of GRP.
Woodworking & Joinery Skills – 12 Weeks
8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,415 for 2024 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.15-16.45, Fri 08.15-12.45 The IBTC Woodworking & Joinery Skills course is an intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking and joinery skills suitable for everyone, including those with no previous experience. Forming the foundational element of our 47-week boatbuilding course, the Woodworking & Joinery Skills course is the backbone of our college and the knowledge and skills taught are at…
Boatbuilding – Full Time
Boatbuilding - Full Time 8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 47 Weeks - £17,590 for 2024 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…
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma
Bench Joinery C&G Level 2 Diploma Start Dates 8th January, 13th May and 9th September 2024 Course Duration: 12 Weeks - £6,565 for 2023 Course runs Mon-Thurs 08.00-16.30, Fri 08.00-12.30 An intensive course focusing on a range of woodworking and joinery skills leading to a Level 2 City and Guilds Diploma in Bench Joinery (C&G 6706-26) This City & Guilds qualification course is aimed at people wishing to learn the essential skills in carpentry and joinery in order to progress…
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.
Lofting Theory – 2 day course
This course takes designers’ drawings and develops them on the loft floor.
October 2024
Open Days 10:00 – 16:00
Open Days
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
Introduction to Woodworking delivers training through practical projects, which can then be applied in both the workplace and at home.
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.
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving
Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving 22nd - 24th March 2024 25th - 27th October 2024 Course Duration: 2.5 days. Our Lettering & Decorative Woodcarving course provides a practical approach to v-cutting lettering and decorative motifs into wood. This course is led by award winning lettering sculptor Gary Breeze. This short course will suit any level of experience although some drawing skills would be very useful. A structured start is followed by guided independent practice. A simple approach to v-cutting letters will…
Timber Technology – 1 day course
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.
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.
November 2024
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.
Splicing & Ropework – 2 day course
Splicing and rope work provides broad introduction to ropework techniques, including splicing and knotting.
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 (GRP) – 4.5 day course
This hands on course provides a comprehensive understanding of the use and treatment of GRP.
Basic Boat Plumbing and Electrics – 2 day course
This introductory course gives students a solid grounding in basic marine plumbing and electrics.
Open Days 10:00 – 16:00
Open Days
December 2024
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.
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.
Boat Terminology – 1 day course
Boat Technology 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.