Boatbuilding Diploma Level 2

Course information

This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who would like to gain the basic knowledge and skills required during their initial training to become a Boatbuilder.

What is a Boatbuilder?
Boatbuilders build boats such as yachts, workboats and superyachts and/or refit and repair existing boats. Boats may be made of composites, metals or wood so a boatbuilder can work with and understand the capabilities of a variety of materials. They can read and interpret engineering and technical drawings to produce moulds, jigs, plugs and templates to create complex shapes using a variety of measuring equipment, machines and hand tools.

They manufacture and assemble components that form the structure of a boat as well as the interior and exterior fit out. They will be expected to work both individually and as part of a team. They understand and comply with organisational and statutory safety including sustainability requirements and can work with minimum supervision. They are responsible for the quality and accuracy of their work and are good communicators and problem solvers.

Boatbuilders typically work with associated trades such as Marine Engineers and have a strong understanding of the marine industry. Upon successful completion of their training, the individual will be multi-skilled and thus capable of adapting to changing demands as boats become more complex; and new materials and methods are introduced.

What You Will Learn

Learners will be introduced to the scope and opportunities offered within the wider boatbuilding and marine sector. They will develop a range of transferable skills over a cross section of production, manufacturing, service and construction sectors which are valued by employers and therefore increase their employability skills. Learners will also gain the skills to work competently with at least two different types of materials, including wood, composites and metals. All the above will enable learners to progress into further training to become a Boatbuilder.

Upon completion of this qualification learners will have developed most of the basic skills and knowledge required during their foundation phase of their training; units covered in the syllabus include:

• Introduction to the marine industry.
• Principles of boatbuilding technology.
• Business improvement techniques.
• Production of external boat components.
• FRP manufacture for marine construction.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers
• Three or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification.

Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group
• Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, progress in maths and/or English.

Two or more GCSE’s at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.

Assessment

Assessment is through a mix of hand written and multiple choice exams, written assessments and practical assessments.

Progression

Progression to Level 3 Boatbuilding (Advanced)

Falmouth Marine School

Falmouth Marine School

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