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Learn to work with fibreglass and other composites
Composite materials are made up of two parts: one giving it strength (e.g. glass or carbon fibre) and the other sticking those strong components together (e.g. resin). Fibreglass is one of the most common types of composites, hence a lot of this course focuses on fibreglass. Many of the techniques and used and products made are similar for fibreglass or other composites though – so learn one and you have a head start on understanding others.
This course lays the foundation you need to start working with fibreglass or other composites. You may start out doing this work as a hobby, or you might take this course to upskill and work in industry. Work might be on a small scale such as repairing a fibreglass roofing or wall panel, or fixing a cracked surfboard. On a larger scale, the work could involve building a boat or car body.
Whatever the application, this is a skill that has a very wide application across many industries, and can offer diverse employment and business opportunities.
THE CONTENTS OF THE COURSE
LESSON 1 – TYPES OF COMPOSITES AND APPLICATIONS
Introduction
Reinforcements
Resins
Pre-Impregnated Materials
3D Printing Materials
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 2 – TOOLS, PREPARATION, AND SAFETY
Preparing For Work With Fibreglass And Other Composites
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 3 – FABRICATION TECHNIQUES
Introduction
Mould Creation
Hand Lay-Up
Cutting
Pre-impregnated Materials
Spray Lay-Up
Compression Moulding
Transfer Moulding
Pultrusion
3D Printing
Types of Software
Review what you have been learning
LESSON 4 – WORKING WITH COMPOSITES
Working with Fibreglass
Repair Techniques
Finishing Techniques
Review what you have been learning
Final Assessment
SKILLS SHORTAGE
This is a trade skill which is in demand, and surprisingly being taught in very few places.
Learning through this online course has proven very effective for many people. It provides the starting point and gives you the knowledge to start doing the work safely, but also properly even at home. It takes time and practice to refine your skills, but with this course behind you, you have an opportunity to start, build your experience and over time get better and better.,