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Course Overview

Apprenticeships are a popular choice for people looking for on-the-job training and the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications whilst earning a wage. Most of your training will be directly linked to the career you have chosen, gaining practical experience in the workplace, backed up by attendance at college one day a week.

An Apprenticeship in Boat Building will develop your employability skills and give you valuable experience in the Marine industry. You will be working in a workshop environment where your duties could encompass many areas of work such as learning about composites and wood trades, however you will specialise in one of these in your third year Your exact duties will depend upon your employer.

Where possible staff from College Work Based Learning will assist in finding you an employer and a place of work (although students who are already employed are welcome to apply if sponsored by their employer).

Your offer of Apprenticeship training will be dependent upon work placements being available.

Apprenticeships are a great option for school leavers who want to get straight onto the career ladder. An Apprenticeship is equivalent to 5 GCSE's.

Course units:  

201. Introduction to the marine industry 

202. Principles of boatbuilding technology

203. Business improvement techniques

206. Interior installation and fitting out of boats  

207. FRP manufacture for marine construction

301. Safe and effective working in the marine industry

302. Principles of boat construction

304. Construction and repair of hulls and boat structures   

307. Fibre reinforced plastics technology for marine construction

 

Candidates for the apprenticeship will require GCSE's in English, maths and a Science based subject at grades C or 4. 

All applicants for apprenticeship training will be required to attend an assessment and interview.

You will be continually assessed throughout your training. Some of the assessment will take place in the workplace, plus you will take some external tests/examinations for functional skills (if required) and technical certificate. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and achievable targets set to ensure you complete your Apprenticeship on time.

Successful completion of this course may lead to higher level courses such as HNC or Degree Level.

As a College Apprentice you will have access to all college resources to help with your training. You will also have a personal training co-ordinator who will work with you and your employer to help you throughout your training period.

While your technical skills and knowledge will develop over the course of your Apprenticeship you will also need to demonstrate to potential employers that you possess relevant skills and personal qualities and are willing to work and to learn.

Employers will look for:

  • Enthusiasm towards marine engineering activities
  • Good communication skills
  • Good organisational skills
  • Ability to carry out routine calculations
  • Reliability and flexibility
  • Ability to work in a team as well as on your own initiative

Awarding Body:
City & Guilds

Course Options

Start Date

Various

Attendance

Apprenticeship

Duration

48 Months

Location

Fulcrum Centre for Construction Crafts

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