BTEC National Diploma in Blacksmithing & Metalwork (Level 3)
The BTEC National Diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalwork is the recognised next step (for the second year) after studying the BTEC National Certificate in Blacksmithing and Metalwork. Students with previous experience in metalwork and / or art and design are given an opportunity to develop a cohesive approach to Blacksmithing and its supporting disciplines.
Students will be required to develop their breadth and expertise in the technical areas of Forge work, Welding, Fabrication. After an initial period of technical development, students will be expected to research, design, develop and make complex pieces in both contemporary and traditional styles.
During this one-year course students will also manufacture most of the hand tools required for the project work and learn about the properties of materials with which they work, including those metals less common in blacksmithing such as stainless steel, copper and brass.
Students will be assessed by their ability to produce well researched, designed and made pieces within the context of predicted and actual production time. This is to develop a professional and business-like approach, which can be measured against industrial norms. Course content includes:
- Forgework
- Welding / Fabrication
- Heat treatment and corrosion control
- The history of blacksmithing
- Merits and techniques of preservation, conservation and restoration
- Operation of small business / self-employment
- Production of a project / commission portfolio
- Artistic drawing and design
- Historical and design research
- Attention to decorative finishes, and site work evaluation
Students are offered a 3-week work experience placement. Key Skills also apply.
Key Facts
Campus: Holme Lacy -
Centre for Rural Crafts
Minimum Age: 17
Duration: 1 year
Award: BTEC National Diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalwork
Level: 3
Entry Requirements:
5 GCSE's at grade C or above or BTEC National Award/Certificate in Blacksmithing & Metalwork or relevant previous metalworking / art experience, interview and initial assessments.
Typical Employment:
Self employed Blacksmith (Contemporary design or traditional reproduction / restoration) Employed Blacksmith / Metalworker / Welder.
Further Study:
BA (Hons) Artist Blacksmithing
Contact:
Course Tutor: Henry Pomfriet 0800 032 1986
enquiries@hct.ac.uk
