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

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate (5 passes) 
Leaving Certifiacte Applied or equivalent

Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits

Course Outline

Course Outline

  • Woodworking skills
  • Construction theory
  • Wood and materials
  • Instrument Construction
  • Finishing
  • Drawing
  • Design
  • Appreciation of Design
  • Communications
  • Work Experience

Duration

Duration

One year full time

Certification

Certification

FETAC (NCVA): Craft, level 5, ACXXX

Progression

Progression

Students may apply to a range of Higher Education Institutions through the Higher Education Links Schemes.

Course Coordinator

Course Coordinator

Declan Young

Email: dyoung@stjohnscollege.ie