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First Diploma in Blaclsmithing & Metalwork (subject to accreditation)

BlacksmithingThis is an introductory course for developing Blacksmithing skills.
The First Diploma Foundation Blacksmithing course seeks to lay the building blocks for a successful career in forged metalwork. It covers the technical skills that are essential to become a competent blacksmith metalworker.

A full range of skills are covered:

  • Blacksmithing – forging skills including the production of essential tools and set pieces
  • Cutting and welding skills– MIG, arc and gas
  • Fabrication Drawing – Producing accurate workshop drawing/surface developments
  • Metal Fabrication / Fitting – use of hand tools, bench work, creation of pieces from sheet metal
  • Essential workshop Health and Safety
  • Key Skills in Communication
  • Work experience is encouraged within the course. Students practice with a Blacksmith - an important opportunity to gain future employment

Key Facts

Campus: Holme Lacy - Centre for Rural Crafts

Minimum Age: 16

Duration: 1 year, full-time

Award: First Diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalwork (subject to accreditation)

Level: 2

Entry Requirements:
Three GCSE's at grade D or above including English and Maths' or successful completion of a Level 1 course at merit or distinction level, by interview and intial assessments.

Typical Employment:
Blacksmithing, Metal Fabrication, Welding Trades.

Further Study:
BTEC National Award, Certificate and Diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalwork.

Contact:
Course Tutor: Chris Blythman
0800 032 1986
enquiries@hct.ac.uk

You can find blacksmiths in the UK with The National Directory of Blacksmiths

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KEY FACTS

Campus: Holme Lacy - Centre for Rural Crafts

Minimum Age: 16

Duration: 1 year, full-time

Award: First Diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalwork (subject to accreditation)

Level: 2

Entry Requirements:
Three GCSE's at grade D or above including English and Maths' or successful completion of a Level 1 course at merit or distinction level, by interview and intial assessments.

Typical Employment:
Blacksmithing, Metal Fabrication, Welding Trades.

Further Study:
BTEC National Award, Certificate and Diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalwork.

Contact:
Course Tutor: Chris Blythman
0800 032 1986
enquiries@hct.ac.uk