Musical Instrument Making & Repair (Level 5)
Overview
This course offers the student the opportunity to learn how to make and repair a range of stringed and fretted musical instruments, acoustic and electric. The student will learn specialist woodworking skills and develop their creative abilities through designing their own instruments.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
Leaving Certifiacte Applied or equivalent
Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
Course Outline
- Woodworking skills
- Construction theory
- Wood and materials
- Instrument Construction
- Finishing
- Drawing
- Design
- Appreciation of Design
- Communications
- Work Experience
Duration
One year full time
Certification
FETAC (NCVA): Craft, level 5, ACXXX
Progression
Students may apply to a range of Higher Education Institutions through the Higher Education Links Schemes.





