Brief Description:

This Adobe Photoshop Beginners course is designed to teach you the fundamental skills you need in the shortest possible period of time. You will gain an essential knowledge needed to create and edit images in Photoshop.

The session includes:

Unravelling the Photoshop mystery – new documents, type of documents, applications and file types
Brushes and what can we create with them
Creating objects in Photoshop
Object manipulation and editing
Colours and their application in Photoshop
Layers and creating composites
Reproducing logos and how to see objects in Photoshop context
Saving and preparing files for print and web applications.
For the more advanced learners this session also includes:
Basic image manipulations – tools and techniques
Non-destructive manipulation techniques
Masks and their application
Adjustment layers
Typography

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Basic computer skills required.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Gain fundamental understanding of Adobe Photoshop
• Create Photoshop layouts from scratch using selection tools, colours, fills and layer options
• Create composite layouts using images, graphics and text
• Prepare digital files for web and print applications

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

All materials required are included in the course fee.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Packed lunch, notepad and pen.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This course is aimed at anyone who would like to learn how more about how to analyse works of art, with a specific focus on Modernist movements, and the diversity of the work being produced between approximately 1900 –1980. We will study a wide range of artists and their techniques including Pop artist Andy Warhol, and the illusionistic work of the Op artists.

Learning outcome:

You will learn through a series of powerpoint presentations, worksheets, quizzes and via discussions held during the evenings resulting in the ability to analyse and have a better understanding of artist’s work from the 20th Century.

Extra costs on the course:

You will need a notepad and pen. No other costs involved.

What you need to bring to the first session:

A pen and a notepad.

How progress & success will be recorded:

You will complete an Individual Learning Plan at the start of the course outlining what you hope to achieve during the course. This is essential for the tutor to assess whether the course is relevant for your needs, and adapt as necessary.

On completion of the course, what might your next steps be?

From this course you may progress onto the Autumn Term course entitled: Abstract Expressionism to Sensationalism.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

The brain is the most complex organ in the universe.

Your brain is involved in everything you do, including how you think, how you feel, how you act and how you get along with other people.

Your brain also determines your personality, character, intelligence and every single decision that you make.

It has over 100 BILLION neurons (nerve or brain cells) and TRILLIONS of connections to other cells and there are over 100,000 miles of blood vessels in the brain.

The human brain can process information upward of 268 mph and while awake, a human brain can generate enough energy to power a light bulb (between 10-23 watts).

Each person has about 70,000 thoughts a day, 50% in words and 50% in images.

It’s a myth that we only use 10% of the brain. A loss of 90% of its function would likely result in being a vegetable or being dead.

We need and use all our brain – although we aren’t using every single neuron at every
moment. When the brain is healthy you have more brain reserve. This protects you from
developing dementia BUT diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity can hurt the brain and increase your chances of getting dementia and Alzheimer’s.

The course will give learners the opportunity to learn how the brain works best and basic strategies to maximize their performance at home or work. This will allow learners to improve their own ability and speed of recall of relevant information.
All of this will be done in an atmosphere, which is engaging, and fun.

As memory is such a vital component of being human, Brain training will seek jettison the myth that only certain people have good memories, as we find out that there is no bad memory, only an untrained one.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

A zeal to learn

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Dramatically improve your skills of recall
• Learn and practice several memory strategies/ techniques
• Learn how to apply memory strategies to improve daily life
• Learn how to improve and enhance the brain for performance

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

A note pad, pen and pencil

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

The CAE course is intended for learners with an upper intermediate / lower advanced level of English. It aims to prepare you for the Cambridge English: Advanced examination, concentrating on the five skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening and speaking. If, however, you do not wish to write the exam, you can just concentrate on improving your skills.
To access information on exam centres offering booking deadlines and dates for the exam please go onto the website: www.cambridgeenglish.org You will also be able to access exam practice papers.
The course is priced per 10 weeks (one term). You will probably find, like most learners, that you need more than one term’s tuition to be prepared for the exam (if you choose to enter for it). If this is the case you will be offered the opportunity to re-enrol and pay for another term.

LIMITED FUNDED PLACES ARE AVAILABLE: If you are on a low wage or unemployed you may be able to access a FULLY FUNDED place on the course. Contact the centre for further information.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED?

You should have completed First Certificate before joining this class. If you have not recently passed the First Certificate an assessment test is needed for placement purposes. A £5 charge is payable at the time of assessment. This cost is redeemable against your course fee. To book an appointment, call the office on 01223 712340.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of the course you will
• enjoy a higher level of communication and greater confidence in speaking English
• have a wider and more varied vocabulary
• have explored and practiced different writing styles and techniques
• have an extended knowledge of grammar

EXTRA COSTS ON THE COURSE FOR EXAMPLE TEXT BOOK, MATERIALS OR EQUIPMENT:

You will need to buy a text book: Advanced Expert (3rd Edition) Course book with Audio CD Author: Bell, Jan & Gower, Roger Publisher: Pearson ELT Format: Paperback Publication Date: 2014
ISBN: 9781447961987
Level: C1 Lower Advanced
Price: £29.00
Books can be bought from the Cambridge International Book Centre, but may be purchased on Amazon for less. Other materials are provided by the tutor.

EXAMINATION FEES:

Your tutor will advise you on venues, dates and prices of exams. This course only covers tuition in preparation for exam – no exam fee is included in the cost of the course.

FOR THE FIRST SESSION YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:

A4 file, notebook and pen / pencil

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Your tutor will advise you.The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

The course will begin with a brief history of the development of pen lettering and a demonstration of the basic techniques of calligraphy. You will practice the basic cursive (handwriting) and formal ‘book hands’ (alphabets) and be shown how to layout and space your work. Practical work will help you to develop a good style which can be used in a variety of small jobs such as greeting cards, invitations and small notices.
Teaching Method: by demonstration, personal examples and individual tuition.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed:

None – all abilities welcome. Learners with some experience will be shown more advanced lettering ‘hands’ and encouraged to use illumination and decoration in their work.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
• Learn about the history of calligraphy
• Gain practice in the basic cursive (hand writing)
• Gain practice in the formal ‘book hands’ (alphabets)
• Be introduced to the layout of lettering
• Understand the choice of suitable materials and equipment.
• Use the practical work undertaken to develop a good style which can be used in a variety of small jobs, such as greeting cards, invitations and small notices.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

Please bring: Pencil, ruler, rubber, paper and your own calligraphy pen (right or left handed) – There will be some pens available to use on the day.
Please also bring a Packed Lunch for the day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise on future day and weekend courses.
The Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This daytime Calligraphy course takes place in a relaxing environment in Coleridge Community College. The tutor has over 50 years experience of teaching and what he doesn’t know isn’t worth knowing!

The course will begin with a brief history of the development of pen lettering and a demonstration of the basic techniques of calligraphy. You will practice the basic cursive (handwriting) and formal ‘book hands’ (alphabets) and be shown how to layout and space your work. Practical work will help you to develop a good style which can be used in a variety of small jobs such as greeting cards, invitations and small notices.
Teaching Method: by demonstration, personal examples and individual tuition. Enrolments welcome throughout the year.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience needed but if you have any prior experience or knowledge you may still join.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
• Learn about the history of calligraphy
• Gain practice in the basic cursive (hand writing)
• Gain practice in the formal ‘book hands’ (alphabets)
• Be introduced to the layout of lettering
• Understand the choice of suitable materials and equipment.
• Use the practical work undertaken to develop a good style which can be used in a variety of small jobs, such as greeting cards, invitations and small notices.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

A calligraphic fountain pen will be required. Paper and boards are provided.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Calligraphic fountain pen (left or right hand), pencil, ruler, rubber.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise you.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

This course will introduce you to the concept of climate change. Throughout history, people and societies have responded to and coped with changes in climate with varying degrees of success. We will look at the causes of climate change, scenarios of reducing the causes (mitigation) and responding to the effects (adaptation).
We will analyse the human influence such as human-induced greenhouse gas emissions and look at various case studies how to manage climate change, mitigation and adaptation strategies as well as the Paris Agreement.

Previous Experience and Knowledge

No previous experience or knowledge is required. Everyone welcome.

Learning outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• discuss the greenhouse effect and how humans are enhancing it
• discuss and analyse examples of climate change
• follow debates how to minimise the effect of climate change
• debate the effectiveness of the Paris Agreement

No textbooks required, power point presentations will be available.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A snack or packed lunch, writing pad and pen.

On completion of this course, what might your next step be?

You can follow a course on www.futurelearn.com on climate change
University of Reading “Our Changing Climate: Past, Present and Future” 5 weeks
University of Exeter “Climate Change: Solutions” 4 weeks
University of Exeter “Tipping points: climate change and society” 2 weeks
University of Exeter “Climate Change: The Science” 4 weeks

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s, you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Are you, or do you know someone who is struggling with the basic operation of a computer? Don’t do digital?
This course is suitable for learners who feel frustrated with getting started using basic computer functions. Come and improve your confidence in a relaxed environment learning key skills, which will help you get on-line, send emails and use basic packages.

PLEASE NOTE: The full course is 5 weeks long. To access funding, you will need to complete the course and complete an Individual Learning Plan. Please discuss your previous experience with the office before booking to ensure this is the correct level for you. If you are still unsure if the course will be suitable you can attend the first week for the cost of £14 (or £9 concession fee), this fee will be refunded if you then decide to complete the course.

Method of Payment:

Fees are to be paid on enrolment. Places cannot be reserved without receipt of payment.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No prior knowledge or experience is needed; the first lesson will include a short questionnaire to ascertain individual starting knowledge.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to learn about:

• using a web browser to access the Internet
• different search engines to find and refine information
• using email to send and receive emails
• how to stay safe on line, avoiding internet and telephone scams
• using a computer to create, save and print documents
• managing your files
• finding your way around an iPad
• how to buy things on the Internet (if time allows)

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

You do not need anything else.

For the first session you will need to bring:

The centre will provide a small memory stick for your personal use and a notebook and pen would be useful.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

You could move onto the Improvers course in the spring term where further topics will be explored.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

Over the last few decades, computers have become more and more important within the workplace. With PC use increasing and the internet becoming more accessible, computer skills and a familiarity with the internet have increasingly become a requirement for jobs.
This course will take you from basic PC and Internet skills through Word and Excel. You will also be using Gmail as a means to communicate with your tutor and peers. We build our lessons around learners’ needs so whether that’s creating tables and brochures, or using formula; this course will give you the foundation of computer skills you need to make using a PC at work easy.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Understand the importance of using internet and email in a safe and secure way
• Create and edit Word documents working with tables and creating simple publications.
• Use Excel to create tables and use formulas to make basic calculations such as totals
• Email documents such as those created during this course.
• Make Internet searching more productive
• Understand the use of Social Media such as Facebook & Twitter in the workplace.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None

For the first session, you will need to bring:

A folder to store any handouts. Note book & pen for any notes. Please bring a memory stick or there is an opportunity to buy one from your class teacher.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you on other suitable courses. There will be a follow on level 2 course for learners advertised.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This bread making course is run on an informal basis to help you feel at ease. Each week you will be provided with a recipe for which you will need to obtain the ingredients. (ingredients will be supplied for the first week). You will learn to make your own bread including sour dough along with techniques such as kneading, proving and shaping. Expect to see some of the following recipes covered in the course: scones, pizza, easy bread bloomer, baked doughnuts, baguette, ciabatta.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 5 week course you will have the opportunity to:
• Explore and make a range of breads
• Gain confidence to experiment further on your own using skills learnt in the lesson
• Improve your basic methods of preparation of food and cooking
• Develop a better understanding of food hygiene in the kitchen.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

You will be given an ingredients list weekly and will be asked to bring the ingredients for the following week’s recipe at a cost of between £5 to £10 (max) weekly.

For the first session you will need to bring:

£3.00 for ingredients. Apron, Tea Towel, Dish Cloth.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you. Book onto another cookery course with Adult Learn and Train. Try 5 week courses in  Indian Takeaway favourites, Vegetarian Indian Cuisine, Mediterranean, Thai. If you can’t commit to a 5 week course try our Saturday or Sunday day schools or one off sessions in Pasta Making, , Malaysian Street Food, Oriental Dumplings and Noodles, Indian Banquet, Valentines Meal, Christmas Prep Like a Boss, St, Patricks day, Pizza Making and more throughout the year.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Authentic Oriental Chinese Dumplings course in Cambridge.

If you love a Chinese dumpling and want to learn how you make them then this is the course for you! Come and have fun whilst learning how to make these authentic dumplings.

All the ingredients will be supplied for the course; please bring an apron, tea towel and dish cloth and get ready to learn the art of dumpling making. The tutor will demonstrate and explain how to prepare and cook the dishes. You will then cook them from scratch and take home your delicious meals (or eat them if you can’t wait!)

You will make chinese pork and prawn dumplings, seaweed (fried and water based type) chives, prawn and tofu dumplings. Make a sauce to go with the dumplings aswell.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience is needed.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Make the dumpling stuffings using a variety of ingredients
• Crimp the edges of the dumplings
• Methods of cooking the dumplings

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None, but please see the list of what to bring below.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Please bring a tea towel, apron and dish cloth, sharp knife, containers with secured lids (further information on amount and sizes will be given at a later date)

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you. Book onto another cookery course with Adult Learn and Train. There are many courses offered throughout the year. Check for up and coming courses on the website or contact the Adult Learn and Train Office on 01223 712340.

If you want to see a course offered let the office know as they will do their best to offer the course at their next available opportunity.

Brief Description

In this course you will learn how to cook Indian Street food style dishes and the accompaniments. A light interactive day where we aim to produce good food and be able to replicate the same in the future.
The day will begins with a quick talk about the lesson plan you will also be introduced to Indian spices, followed by demonstrations, and a few handy tips added in.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
• Be able to cook & serve a meal for family/ friends.
• To learn and improve practical skills.
• Improve skills in presentation of dishes.
• To help build confidence and enjoyment in cooking

For the session you will need to bring:

Ingredients fee is already included in the price of the course. Please bring with you an apron, tea towel, dishcloth along with some containers to take your cooked foods home in.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The college offers lots of exciting cookery classes throughout the year.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

Our aim is to create favourite flavours from the Indian sub-continent to our dining table. Be it favourite take-away or any dish you liked and would like to re-create. Family friendly dishes which can be enjoyed by all. We aim to use recipes with easily available ingredients locally or from supermarkets. You will be given guidance and pointers to get the right ingredients. You will be shown a great collection of recipes which are well used and rehearsed. Each lesson begins with interactive demonstration and sampling of the dish. During the demonstration you will be given pointers such as knife skills and kitchen safety. Then you will have the chance to cook at your own pace with hands on support and guidance. Once you have finished cooking and cleaned and washed down, the following week’s recipe will be handed out so you can obtain the ingredients in plenty of time for the next lesson. The lessons are run on an informal basis, which is fun to do, whilst learning some new recipes and techniques.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

The following mentioned dishes are just ideas that can be swapped, changed and adapted towards the need of the group.
The dishes to be made over the 5 weeks are:Tikka and various variations, Madras curry, Bhuna curry, Jalfrezi etc, Biryani /Pilau rices and breads.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 5 week course learners will have the opportunity to:

• Make a range of dishes and variations discussed with confidence.
• To show modern day skills and the use of new ingredients.
• Gain confidence to experiment further on your own.
• Build confidence and enjoyment in cooking.
• Improve your basic methods of preparation of food and cooking
• Develop a better understanding of food hygiene in the kitchen.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

You will be given an ingredients list weekly and will be asked to bring the ingredients for the following week’s recipe at a cost of between £8 to £15 (max) weekly.

For the first session you will need to bring:

£5 for basic start up ingredients and general herb and spices.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Making your own pizza is one of the ultimate cooking experiences. No matter how mis-shapen, over-sauced or charred it comes out, it will always be in a different league to what you can pick up from a takeout pizza chain.

There are, however, a few simple secrets that will help you turn your humble homemade pizza into something special.
The tutor will give simple guidance and you will be able to make your own pizza. You will decide which ingredients you want to put on your pizza and you can prepare your favourite Topping.
We will provide the basic ingredients and some common toppings – but please feel free to bring along your own favourite topping.

Learning Outcomes:

Make your own pizza
Learn and improve practical skills
Build confidence and enjoyment in cooking.

About Your Tutor:

Vineet Mohan has been a chef for many years, he also teaches cookery courses through Adult Learn and Train.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

No extra costs unless you would like to bring your own ingredients.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A big container to take any uneaten pizza slices home in! – there’s normally quite a lot!
A dishcloth, Tea towel and apron.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Try one of our other cookery courses, e.g. Bread Making, Indian, Thai, Malaysian, Gluten Free and many more.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

On this hands-on course, you will learn to master basic traditional Indian cooking techniques and you will discover a different experience while learning and understanding the use of different spices at different levels.
A typical cookery evening will commence with the tutor providing a demonstration of the recipe that you will be cooking, this usually takes about 20-30 minutes. During the demonstration, you will be provided with pointers such as knife skills and kitchen safety.
Once the demonstration is complete, you will have the chance to sample the dish.
Then it is your time to cook at your own pace, your tutor is very much hands on and will guide you from start to finish.
Once you have finished cooking and cleaned and washed down, the following weeks recipe is handed out so as you can obtain the ingredients in plenty of time for the following weeks lesson. Each lesson is a total of 2.5 hours long.
You will need to also bring a dishcloth, tea towel and containers to take your food home in.
The lessons are run on an informal basis, which is fun to do whilst learning some new recipes and techniques.
If you have, a dietary concern/query do contact the office in advance.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Understand benefits of different Indian spices
• Learn about different food tastes of Indian cuisine
• Gain confidence in cooking Indian dishes with a plant based diet
• Learn traditional serving techniques

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

You will be given an ingredients list weekly and will be asked to bring the ingredients for the following week’s recipe at a cost of between £8 to £15 (max) weekly.

For the first session you will need to bring:

£3 to cover cost of the ingredients. You will be given a list of dishes names and ingredients for each lesson on your first day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

You may wish to go for a specialist cookery course in Indian cuisine to gain further qualifications in cookery.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

A course centered around working with timber. You will be learning and practicing the following joints: Half Lap, Mortice and Tenon, Dove Tail, T Halving, Bridal and Dowel Joint. Once you are confident with the individual joints, you can extend your learning by producing a five joint frame using all the skills learned constructing the individual joints. These joints are used in every day joinery projects. Once you have mastered these you can go on to make individual projects.
You will be shown how to use the tools correctly and how to sharpen/maintain carpentry hand tools.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This is a course for beginners. No previous experience necessary.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
• Identify and name common carpentry tools
• Know how to maintain carpentry tools
• Learn how to use them safely
• Produce woodwork joints

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

If you choose to wear Steel Toe Capped Boots (which we recommend), these will cost approx. £20 from hardware stores.
The wood for the joint practice and 6 joint frame will be provided.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A pencil and notepad. No sandals, or open-toed shoes are allowed in a workshop setting. You are advised to wear steel toe cap boots in the workshop. Wood for the joints and frame project will be provided.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

DIY Improvers.
The Adult Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

A DIY course centred on working with timber. You will have the opportunity to learn and practice the following joints: Single dovetail Half Lap, Double Mortice and Tenon, Impossible Dovetail and Japanese Joint. Once you are confident with the individual joints, you can consolidate your learning by producing a five joint frame using all the skills learned. Once you have mastered these you can go on to make individual projects.
You will be shown how to use the tools correctly and how to sharpen/maintain carpentry hand tools as well as being taught how to use the carpentry machines. Wood for the 5 joints will be provided.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED?

This course is NOT suitable for beginners. Previous experience essential.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of the course you will have the opportunity to:
• Identify and name Carpentry Tools
• Know how to maintain carpentry tools
• Learn how to use them safely
• Produce woodwork joints

EXTRA COSTS ON THE COURSE FOR EXAMPLE TEXT BOOK, MATERIALS OR EQUIPMENT:

You are advised to wear steel toecap boots in the workshop these will cost approx. £20 from hardware stores.

FOR THE FIRST SESSION YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:

A pencil and notepad. Please note: NO sandals, or open-toed shoes are allowed in a workshop setting.

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Your tutor will advise on future DIY carpentry courses and day schools.
The Adult Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

If you want to discover drawing and painting in a relaxed environment, this course would be of great benefit to you. Throughout the day, we will explore how you can use drawing and painting in a calming way to develop your skills whilst incorporating sounds and music into your artwork.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No Previous experience needed in drawing or painting.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• To explore and increase your drawing skills.
• Develop and cultivate your own Visual Language
• To produce unique piece of work.
• To increase your knowledge and understanding of a variety of drawing methods.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

All materials will be supplied for the session. You are welcome to bring your own materials if you prefer.

For the session you will need to bring:

A packed Lunch

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

You will be guided through the purchase of fabrics and patterns. You will learn how to make basic pattern alterations, cut out, assemble and fit your garments. As well as this, you will be taught basic dressmaking techniques and make samples to practice your skills. There will be plenty of help with lockstitch and over lock sewing machines, if required. For the more advanced learner, you will be encouraged to make more complicated garments.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

All people interested in dressmaking from beginners to the more experienced wanting to brush up their skills.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course (full academic year – 3 terms) you will have the opportunity to:
Beginners:
• know how to use a lockstitch and overlock sewing machines
• learn how to use a domestic dressmaking pattern
• understand the importance of a well fitted garment
• know how to assemble a garment in the correct order
• learn a variety of dressmaking skills e.g. inserting zips, different seam finishes, pockets, hems.
Intermediates:
• appreciate how to use a variety of fabrics e.g. stretch, velvet.
• learn a variety of dressmaking skills to produce a professional finish e.g. attaching collars, cuffs, pockets, button.
• make garments including more complicated skills and processes
Advanced:
• work on achieving a professional finish to your garments
• make more complicated garments e.g. coats, jackets.
• alter patterns
• use luxurious fabrics
• work more independently

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

In order to make a garment you will need to purchase fabric, a pattern and a sewing kit which includes: stitch scissors, dressmaking shears, steel pins, and tape measure. All of these will be discussed in the first session. Each student will also need at least one metre of fabric to make their samples, an old sheet or quilt cover is ideal.

For the first session you will need to bring:

You will need to bring a note book, tape measure, pencil and pen.
I would advise all beginners not to buy a pattern and fabric before the first session.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise you.

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

You will be guided through the purchase of fabrics and patterns. You will learn how to make basic pattern alterations, cut out, assemble and fit your garments. As well as this, you will be taught basic dressmaking techniques and make samples to practice your skills. There will be plenty of help with lockstitch and over lock sewing machines, if required. For the more advanced learner, you will be encouraged to make more complicated garments.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

All people interested in dressmaking from beginners to the more experienced wanting to brush up their skills.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course (full academic year – 3 terms) you will have the opportunity to:
Beginners:
• know how to use a lockstitch and overlock sewing machines
• learn how to use a domestic dressmaking pattern
• understand the importance of a well fitted garment
• know how to assemble a garment in the correct order
• learn a variety of dressmaking skills e.g. inserting zips, different seam finishes, pockets, hems.
Intermediates:
• appreciate how to use a variety of fabrics e.g. stretch, velvet.
• learn a variety of dressmaking skills to produce a professional finish e.g. attaching collars, cuffs, pockets, button.
• make garments including more complicated skills and processes
Advanced:
• work on achieving a professional finish to your garments
• make more complicated garments e.g. coats, jackets.
• alter patterns
• use luxurious fabrics
• work more independently

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

In order to make a garment you will need to purchase fabric, a pattern and a sewing kit which includes: stitch scissors, dressmaking shears, steel pins, and tape measure. All of these will be discussed in the first session. Each student will also need at least one metre of fabric to make their samples, an old sheet or quilt cover is ideal.

For the first session you will need to bring:

You will need to bring a note book, tape measure, pencil and pen.
I would advise all beginners not to buy a pattern and fabric before the first session.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise you.

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Have you ever wondered about East Asian painting and wanted to learn more? This course will cover the cultural background of East Asian Painting as well as how to paint bamboos and orchids (for beginners).
You will also have an opportunity to paint flowers from life and cover some aspects of landscape painting.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience necessary. This course is suitable for all levels. Each student will get individual attention.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the day course you will have had the opportunity to:
• gain confidence in brush control
• understand composition and use of colour
• paint bamboos and orchids
• learn more about the cultural background of East Asian painting

For the session you will need to bring:

Your tutor can provide East Asian (Chinese/Japanese) Brushes and paper. However please feel free to bring along your own East Asian (Chinese/Japanese) brushes, paper and watercolours if you have them and a note pad and pencils.
Please note normal watercolour brushes are not suitable for this genre of painting.
Please also bring a Packed Lunch for the day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise on other painting and drawing classes.
The Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Have you ever wondered about East Asian painting and wanted to learn more? This course will cover the cultural background of East Asian Painting as well as how to paint bamboos and orchids (for beginners).
You will also have an opportunity to paint flowers from life and cover some aspects of landscape painting.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience necessary. This course is suitable for all levels. Each student will get individual attention.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the day course you will have had the opportunity to:
• gain confidence in brush control
• understand composition and use of colour
• paint bamboos and orchids
• learn more about the cultural background of East Asian painting

For the session you will need to bring:

Your tutor can provide East Asian (Chinese/Japanese) Brushes and paper. However please feel free to bring along your own East Asian (Chinese/Japanese) brushes, paper and watercolours if you have them and a note pad and pencils.
Please note normal watercolour brushes are not suitable for this genre of painting.
Please also bring a Packed Lunch for the day.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise on other painting and drawing classes.
The Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

No Plastics! Help save our Planet!
Come join us, make reusable beeswax food wrappers. Make them for yourselves or as presents for friends.

These wrappers are a great alternative to clingfilm. They are great for wrapping and storing food and it is one more step to becoming plastic free!

They are reusable, easy to clean and anti-bacterial. When you no longer want them they can thrown away guilt free as they will biodegrade.

Fabric will be coated with the beeswax and sealed.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:

• Make beeswax food wrappers
• Understand how to use them
• Experiment with ratios of ingredients
• Learn how to reuse the ingredients

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The college will supply the bee wax, jojoba oil, pine resin, parchment paper, paint brush, stirrers, cans, pans etc and some 100 percent cotton fabrics

Please bring a chosen fabric – 100% cotton, enough to cut 4 sizes of wrappers you require – think about what you want to wrap. The cotton should be not too thick and not too tight weave.

Please also bring your iron and two old towels. The beeswax will not go onto the towels or iron but it may spill out when ironing so we suggest old towels for this reason.

For the first session, you will need to bring:

Please bring crimping scissors if you have them. Please also bring an apron, two old towels and an iron. You make also want to bring an apron.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you. The college is always striving to offer courses to promote a more sustainable future. If you have any suggestions on provision talk to an administrator.

Make more wrappers for friends and family!

Brief Description

Do you need to update your CV? Did you not achieve your English qualification through school? Are you 19 years old or over?
This whole year course is for adults wanting to achieve a qualification in Functional Skills English (up to and including Level 2). You will study a range of English skills – reading, writing, speaking and listening – based upon real-life settings. Functional skills are practical skills in English that allow learners to work confidently, effectively and independently in life. These courses are not suitable for learning English as a foreign language.

The classes are generally small, delivered to suit your starting point and assessments are offered through City and Guilds after 55 hours teaching. You will need to attend an initial assessment prior to starting the course, where it will be discussed if you meet the criteria for a funded place.

Call the office on 01223 712340 for an initial chat about this course.

The course runs term-time (no classes during school holidays) from 15th September 2020 until the end of May 2021; there will be an opportunity to sit assessments after 55 hours of lessons (usually May).

To gain an ESFA funded place you will need to complete an assessment of eligibility, undertake an initial diagnostic assessment and are required to complete the appropriate enrolment form. Funding is linked to 90% attendance and completion of the set homework tasks. Failure to meet these criteria means that funding is withdrawn and you will be liable for the full cost of the course. During the first two weeks you will be assessed through the lessons and by homework to confirm that a Functional Skills qualification (at a level appropriate to your initial assessment) is attainable.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience required. All learners are required to attend an initial assessment / screening of English levels prior to enrolment on the course – please telephone the office on 01223 712340 to make an appointment.
This course is funded by the ESFA, regular attendance throughout the length of the course is required.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 27 week course you will have the opportunity to:

• develop skills and understanding which will help you feel more confident in using English in everyday life.
• gain confidence in speaking, listening and communicating
• develop your reading level and reading comprehension
• write in a variety of contexts for a variety of everyday uses: letters, emails, fiction, formal/informal writing.
• review your progress regularly with the tutor and individual progress will be monitored and recorded on regular basis through the use of ILPs, tutor notes and feedback.
• assess your progress through a functional skills qualification / assessment.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Notebook and pen

Examination Fees:

You will be required to sign a form agreeing to exam dates. Fees are only incurred if you do not attend exam dates as agreed.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Progress to a post Level 2 English course (maybe GCSE). At the end of the course you will be given one-to-one information and advice as required, to ensure that appropriate progression routes are clearly identified.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This Basic English course in Cambridge is aimed at learners who only have some basic English. The course will help you to understand and speak English with more confidence and ability. Lessons will focus on language needed for daily life in the UK and topics will include travel, shopping, visiting the doctor, where you live, going to school, sport, and so on. There will be practice for social conversations, and you will improve your vocabulary and learn to speak grammatically. The lessons will include some basic grammar, speaking and listening, pronunciation work, reading and writing. There is no formal exam associated with this course.
The course is priced per 10 weeks (one term); you will find, as most learners do, that you will need more than one term’s tuition to be prepared for any higher level courses or future exams (if you choose to enter for them). If this is the case you will be offered the opportunity to re-enrol and pay for another term.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Some basic English is needed. An assessment test is needed for placement purposes. To book an appointment call the office on 01223 712340.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 10 week course you will be able to:
• Introduce yourself, get to know one another and your surroundings. Be able to fill in forms.
• Learn and practise language to describe things you do every day and language of time.
• To learn and practise vocabulary and places about food and shopping.
• To talk about your home, services for and problems in the home.
• To talk about your local area and facilities.
• To learn and practise language to describe things you do everyday and language of time.
• Learn vocabulary and language about people, places and language in healthcare. To practise asking and answering questions to describe symptoms, make appointments and understand advice and instructions from others.
• To talk about different types of transport and journeys.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

No course book is required. The tutor will supply you with photocopied material.
For the first session you will need to bring….
Notebook and pen/pencil

Examination Fees:

There is no exam attached to this course

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise you.
The Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

No class on Friday 8th May – Bank Holiday

Brief Description:

The First Certificate (Cambridge English: First exam) is at Level B2 of the Council of Europe Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, and is an exam for people who need to prove they can use every day written and spoken English at an upper-intermediate level for work or study purposes. The course will offer preparation for the exam, although more than one term’s course may be necessary to attain the required level. All four skills, reading, writing, listening and speaking, will be systematically developed and practiced and in-depth exam training will be given. To access information on exam centers offering this qualification/ booking deadlines and dates for the exam please go onto the website: www.cambridgeenglish.org You will also be able to access exam practice papers.

The course is priced per 10 weeks (one term); you will find, as most learners do, that you will need more than one term’s tuition to be prepared for the exam (if you choose to enter for it). If this is the case you will be offered the opportunity to re-enrol and pay for another term.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

An assessment test is needed for placement purposes. A £5 charge is payable at the time of assessment. This cost is redeemable against your course fee. To book an appointment call the office on 01223 712340. If you have recently completed the PET exam please bring in your certificate.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course you will have:
• a better understanding of the main grammatical features of English
• practiced a wide range of vocabulary in different situations
• practiced writing descriptions, essays, letters, reports etc.
• revised grammar, word building, collocations and phrasal verbs
• practised past papers and exam-style tasks

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

You will need to buy a text book: First Expert (3rd Edition) Coursebook with Audio CD Series: Expert
Author: Bell, Jan & Gower, Roger Publisher: Pearson ELT Format: Paperback Publication Date: 2014
ISBN: 9781447962007 Level: B2 Upper Intermediate
Price: £33.00
Books can be bought from the Cambridge International Book Centre, but can be purchased on Amazon for considerably less. Some materials are provided by the tutor.

For the first session you will need to bring….

A4 file, notebook and pen/pencil

Examination Fees:

Fees and dates of the exams to be confirmed. This course only covers tuition in preparation for exam – no certification fee is included in the cost of the course. To access information on exam centers offering this qualification/ booking deadlines and dates for the exam please go onto the website: www.cambridgeenglish.org

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise you.
The Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This one day workshop covers tips and tricks to successfully create floral arrangements without using floral foam. You will watch a demo showing you tips and tricks for successful floral arrangements in containers and then complete a beautiful design for yourself that you can take home. Learn to arrange flowers where you want them without using floral foam in an environmentally friendly way.
All materials are included in the course fee

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None required. Just a love of flowers

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Create beautiful flowers and foliage arrangements without using floral foam
• Learn tips to prepare, handle and arrange your flowers to prolong their cut flower life

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

All materials required are included in the course fee.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Strong scissors (and secateurs if you have them). Bin bag. Apron. You might like hand wipes as flower can get messy. Remember to bring glasses for close work if you need them. A bag with a tea towel or bubble wrap to transport your finished piece home.
Please notify the college of any plant allergies before the course. Drinks available.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Flower arranging leisure course on Wednesday evenings at Coleridge
Further floral workshops eg festive autumn workshop

Brief Description:

Arrange cut summer flowers in a variety of interesting ways on this course using flower arranging and floristry techniques.
Be amazed at what you can create using readily available summer flowers and foliage. We will create a variety of floral designs including table centrepieces, themed work and floristry. Some prior flower arranging experience will be of benefit. Materials for week 1 are included in the course fee.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

A love of flowers. Some knowledge of flower arranging or floristry will be an advantage ie prior course or workshop or have made flowers for friends

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

• Create stylish traditional and modern, seasonal and festive floral designs
• Understand how to buy and prepare seasonal flowers to maximise their cut flower life
• Gain confidence and experience handling a variety of cut plant material
• Employ secure floral mechanics in your arrangements
• Estimate the commercial cost of a design

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

You will provide your own flowers and foliage each week although the tutor can provide some flowers and foliage for a reasonable price.

Expect to pay around £10 a week for flowers although actual price will depend upon the design and where you shop. It will be much less if you have your own foliage or flower and berry source.

A starter pack containing containers used on the course, basic floristry equipment, foam, dish, tape, wires etc. may be purchased at the start of the course for your convenience at approx. £15. Floristry scissors are available to order for £8.00 if desired.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Your fee includes the cost of materials for the first weeks design.

Strong scissors, Binbag, notebook and pen, camera (optional) to record work completed in class. Apron, hand wipes
Also a crate or semi rigid bag (eg supermarket bag) to transport your design.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Saturday Floral workshops at Coleridge Community College
Eg 17 May foam free flowers

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

To describe and explain the principal features of forensic science as it is applied at all stages of the process, from eyewitness accounts, collection of physical evidence to the presentation of findings.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed:

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course:

you will have a more in-depth knowledge of Forensic Science and how this contributes to the resolution of legal disputes.

Extra costs on the course/ for the 1st session you will need:

Pen, pencil, notepad and a willingness to take part in discussions and activities.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description

Aims:
This course will allow you to practise the French language that you have already studied or used for a certain number of years and on several occasions (e.g. travelling to France, studying French for your A levels or at university, watching films, listening to songs, etc). However, you won’t require an exhaustive knowledge of French language. This course will help you A) to boost your oral competence (speaking and understanding), B) to familiarise with and exchange on topics taken from culture, politics, current affairs, etc,, C) to enhance your confidence in practising the French language on several occasions (travelling to France, meeting with French people, watching a film, listening to a song, reading in French, etc.), D) to revise and recap some basic grammar points.

Contents:
You will approach and discuss a variety of chosen topics and you are welcome to suggest topics of interest in addition to the planned ones. A variety of class activities will be used to encourage an active usage of the language (e.g. games, listening to audio clips and songs, watching films)

Home preparation and homework:
No weekly preparation is needed before joining each class. On demand you will be given self-directed activities with answers and transcriptions (in the case of a video or a song) to be done at home on a voluntary basis.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

You should have already studied or used the French language for a certain number of years and on several occasions (e.g. travelling to France, studying French for your A levels or at university, watching films, listening to songs, etc)
Finally you should also have an adequate knowledge of prepositions, personal pronouns and the indicative verbs (present, past and future). However, there will be some brief recaps of this basic grammar throughout the course.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 30 week course (3 terms) you will have the opportunity to:
• Cope alone in a French-speaking country for essential tourist matters.
• Speak and exchange ideas spontaneously and clearly, if not fluently, about any familiar matter.
• Understand the main points of a conversation between native speakers regardless of the delivery of speech, provided there aren’t too many people speaking at a time.
• Be more familiar with the different registers of language, without necessarily being able to actually master them

For the first session you will need to bring:

You will probably want to make your own notes, so bring along a notebook or folder and something to write with.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you as to the next step. The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Requirements:

Practical and fun, this course is hands-on experience on what your digital camera can do and the way you use it. All sessions are about creating and doing and also using every day items to create interesting photographs simultaneously learning how to use your DSLR or bridge camera to its full potential.

Photography basics
Light, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, exposure, etc. – we will cover all this term and gain an understanding in a fun manner using digital cameras and experimenting

Motion blur
How to create these cool images of blurred cars, blurred people, light trails, etc.? The basics of motion blur using shutter speed and panning techniques. An outdoor practical session

Still life
Whether is arranging flowers or making Lego sculptures, in this session you will learn some composition basics and how to control the camera aperture to redefine your composition.

Gel time
Fun with gels and light! Create abstract images using every day things like hair gel, fruits and vegetables, etc. Learn the basics of lighting using a single spot light (a night stand light will do!) or a torch.

Freeze!
Learn how to freeze water and create cool images of water bubbles and water splashes

Portraits
How to make professional looking portraits in your own home without any expensive equipment

Cambridge Streets
This session is a competition for best street photography photo – a group visit to Cambridge City centre.

Editing, Printing and Presentation
Preparation for the closing session – print and present your work; digital portfolios, websites, printing, framing and presenting

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Some basic understanding of photography and the desired to experiment, digital bridge or DSLR camera with manual controls, tripod.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you on other related courses.The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

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Brief Description

During this workshop you will create a unique and beautiful mosaic Glass panel based upon a nature theme. Experiment with cutting glass, shaping it using a grinding machine, and finally gluing and grouting the fragments together to create a fantastic piece.

Learning outcome:

You will learn through demonstrations and discussion. Opportunities will be given to create your own design so that you will understand how to design your own piece if desired. By the end of the day, you will have made a fun decorative piece using glass and glass nuggets if desired.

Extra costs on the course:

Specific mosaic materials for the day will cost approximately £12 which will be paid to the tutor at the beginning of the workshop. All equipment will be provided except the ones listed below which you will need to bring with you on the day.

What you need to bring for the day:

A permanent pen, images for inspiration, A4 paper and an apron, (fabric or plastic coated) a pair of scissors, a piece of glass or a tile up to A4 size and a pair of pliers if you have them.

Optional: sequins, beads, buttons.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

A follow on course in more craft techniques.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This course is suitable for you if you are a beginner with little or no musical knowledge or experience. Techniques and skills will be aimed at preparing you to play any style of guitar music. The course will provide an introduction to reading music and tablature, successful tuning and replacing strings, playing/performance techniques and building a repertoire of songs and exercises. You will need to bring your own guitar to classes.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
• To read music to the 2nd level/reading music with two voices
• To play barre chords and learn how to find inversions of major, minor and 7th chords
• To increase repertoire of tablature riffs and songs
• Play chord progressions to well-known songs
• Develop skills in picking and strumming techniques
• Play major and minor scales with a mind to improvise.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

Cost of a method book available from the tutor at the first session. Approximate cost £6.00

For the first session you will need to bring:

One working guitar; acoustic, classical or steel string.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Guitar Beginners 3.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

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BRIEF DESCRIPTION

This course is a progression from this year’s Improvers course and is suitable for students who have already studied Italian for about two years or who have a good understanding of the spoken language.   Learners will have the opportunity to develop the four language skills to a higher level, enabling them to consolidate and reinforce the language previously learned. The focus will be on conversation but grammar will also be an important component of the course and there will be homework set each week to consolidate the understanding of grammar structures. The course is based on interactive and communicative methods. The textbook used will be Nuovo Espresso 2 (the last two chapters only) for students who already have the book from the previous year, but there is no need to buy the book for new students joining the class.  Class discussions on a variety of topics will take place on a regular basis and learners will be strongly encouraged to take an active part in the lessons.

WHAT WILLL BE COVERED

Term 1

● Meeting people, things you do and don’t do in Italy, what is considered good manners and what is bad manners.

Recounting events.
● Homes in Italy. Vocabulary related to homes, rooms and furniture. Describing a house.

Describing the area where people live.
● Family in Italy. How families have changed over the past 30 or 40 years.
● Babies and children in Italy. I “Mammoni”

Term 2

● (Regional diversity. North and South.

Few facts about Italian history What legacy have the Romans left us? Who were the Etruscans? Garibaldi: a hero or a villain?
● More on food and eating habits. The Mediterranean diet. Rice in the North and pasta everywhere. Why are tomatoes so good for you?

Term 3

Depending on people’s interests and wishes we can explore more on Italian history or have a look at  a few individual cities: Rome and Florence  in particular.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of the full one year course students will have revised many grammatical structures and tenses previously studied but also covered more in depth the following:

• use of prepositions
• linking words (connectives)
• stare per +infinitive
• present and perfect subjunctive (don’t worry, it will be explained !)
• Imperative mode
• Impersonal constructions
• Comparatives (taller than, better than) and superlatives (the tallest, the best)
• Idiomatic expressions

TEXT BOOK,

Course book Nuovo Espresso 2 (for those students who already have it. Mostly the last 2 chapters will be covered s the rest of the book was studied in the previous academic year.)

FOR THE FIRST SESSION YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:

A ring binder, paper, dividers and pens.

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Learners will be able to proceed to the Upper Intermediate course after 3 terms of this Intermediate course.
The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This course is suitable for advanced students who have already reached a good level  of fluency either by attending formal classes or by living, working or having frequent holidays in Italy. A sound knowledge of the language structure and basic grammar is required, together with the ability to read and understand original materials. You are expected to contribute actively to class discussions on a wide range of topics including current affairs, social issues, literature and cinema. You should also be able to demonstrate a high level of interest not only for the Italian language, but also for the Country’s history, culture and society.
The main aim of the course is to teach you how to use and manipulate the language to high standards mainly through the development of speaking skills. Other activities will include research on specific topics, reading of newspapers and literature, presentations, listening exercises and written homework. There will be also some revision of specific elements of grammar upon students’ request.
The course is priced for one term; To complete the full course and cover all the learning outcomes listed below you will need to attend both terms (there is no obligation to attend more than one term).

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

The course is suitable for those of you who have already studied Italian for several years. A good understanding of the structure and basic grammar of the language is required, together with the ability to read and understand original materials. You are expected to show a high level of interest not only for the Italian language, but also for the country’s history, culture and society.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course you will be able to:
• express confidently your own opinions on a variety of topics
• read and comment on articles from the national press
• read some modern/contemporary literature and perform a critical appraisal
• appreciate the differences between regions and their inhabitants
• use the language outside the context of the classroom
• construct more complex sentences using a variety of verb forms and tenses

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

The tutor will provide a variety of materials and there is no compulsory textbook.
You will need a good size bilingual dictionary.

For the first session you will need to bring:

A ring binder, paper, dividers and pens

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

You will be able to continue on this course the following year.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

This course is a progression from the Intermediate course and is suitable for students who have already studied Italian for at least three years or who feel confident in understanding the language. Learners will have the opportunity to develop the four language skills to a more advanced level, enabling them to understand authentic materials from the Italian media and modern literature. The course will be based on interactive and communicative methods and will be taught entirely in Italian. A variety of activities will be used, including group discussions, reading of slightly longer texts on cultural topics, looking in particular at some Italian cities and some famous people who have played a vital role in shaping the thoughts, art or literature of the Country.
Conversation on a variety of topics will take place on a regular basis and learners will be strongly encouraged to participate actively in lessons.
We may look at a famous Italian film and discuss it as a class, with particular reference to the society and historical context in which it is set.
The course is priced for 9 weeks (one term); To complete the full course and cover all the learning outcomes listed below you will need to attend all three terms (but there is no obligation to attend more than one term).

what will be covered

Term 1

• a famous Italian person :Dante
• an Italian city: FIRENZE
• an Italian film: To be discussed

Term 2

• a  famous Italian person :Giuseppe Verdi
• an Italian city: ROMA
• an Italian film: To be decided

Term 3

a famous Italian person:
Current affairs and life in Italy today
Family, children, education, work

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of the one year course learners will have covered the above topics.

They will have also studied the following points of grammar:
revision of main tenses (present, past, future, imperfect and conditional)
the past historic
the subjunctive
passive form
revision and consolidation of pronouns
different conjunctions and linking words

FOR THE FIRST SESSION YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:

A ring binder, paper, dividers and pens.

Extra Costs:

Course book to be discussed in class

Brief Description

This an advanced course. Learners will become proficient in sentence structure and grammar through the study of a variety of different topics from Japanese geography and history to pop culture, focusing on reading and writing skills, listening comprehension and speaking, using material selected to fit the target skill. What you learn will reflect the realities of Japanese as it is actually used. On completion of this course, learners will be ready for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) Level N2 or N3.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This course is for learners who have been developing the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing, in order to cultivate overall competence in Japanese. It is suitable for those who have studied Japanese for more than 240 hours

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the one-year course you will have the opportunity to learn:
• the four language skills, listening, speaking, reading and writing, using natural language
• to use correct grammatical structures and communication strategies
• around 2000 kanji to develop the ability to converse, read and write about matters of a general nature
• language required for writing a letter or thesis
• contemporary Japanese customs, culture and social skills

About Your Tutor:

Yukiko Isono has been teaching Japanese in the UK since 1980 and has developed Japanese teaching methods for adult learners. She is the author of “BBC Talk Japanese”.

Extra costs on the course, for example text book, materials or equipment:

Text book: 中級日本語, an Integrated course in Japanese revised edition ISBN 978-4-7890-1307-9

For the first session you will need to bring:

It is highly recommended that you purchase the specific course textbook before the first lesson. Writing materials.

Examination Fees:

There is no prescribed examination at the end of this course. However the Japan Foundation operates an internationally recognised examination called the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) Level N 3, or N2.

JLPT http://www.jlpt.jp/e/about/levelsummary.html

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will give learners the options for further learning.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This Japanese course is based on a comprehensive approach, developing the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing, in order to cultivate overall competence in Japanese. You will become proficient in sentence structure and grammar through the study of a variety of different topics from Japanese geography and history to pop culture. On completion of this course you will be ready for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) Level N4 or N3.
The course is priced for one term; to complete the full course and cover all the learning outcomes listed below you will need to attend all 3 terms (there is no obligation to attend more than one term).

THIS WOULD BE THE SECOND TERM

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

This course is suitable if you have studied Japanese for approx. 150 hours, can read and write hiragana, katakana, about 200 kanji, and 2000 words, and have developed the ability to take part in everyday conversation and read and write simple sentences.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 1st term, you will have the opportunity to learn:

• Dealing at the bank
• Potential verbs
• Volitional form
• あげる/くれる/もらう
• Accommodations in Japan
• Interesting experiences in Japan
• ‘I hear that’
• Transitivity pairs

In the 2nd term you will have the opportunity to learn:
• Job hunting
• Manga
• Write letters and E-mail
• Honorific verbs
• Giving respectful advice
• Extra-modest expressions/humble expressions

In the 3rd term, you will have the opportunity to learn:
• Questions with in larger sentences
• Passive sentences
• Causative sentences/ causative-passive sentences
• Four language skills, listening, speaking, reading and writing, using natural language to recognize and use correct grammatical structures and communication strategies
• Around 400 kanji and 2500 words to develop the ability to converse, read and write about matters of a general nature
• Language required for writing a letter or thesis
• Contemporary Japanese customs, culture and social

Extra costs on the course, for example text book, materials or equipment:

Textbook: げんき2, “An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese Genki 2” second edition ISBN 978-4-7890-1443-4. The cost is approximately £35 from Amazon.

For the first session, you will need to bring:

It is highly recommended that you purchase the specific course textbook before the first lesson, once the college has confirmed your course is running.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

You will be able to proceed to a Japanese Advanced course.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Do you need to update your CV? Did you not achieve your Maths qualification through school? Are you 19 years old or over?
The one year course will be taught at Foundation Tier – the funding is given to enable you to gain a grade 4 or 5, within one academic year, (equivalent to the old C grade). General content headings are number, algebra, ratio proportion and rates of change, geometry and measure, probability, statistics.

The majority of the course will cover the Foundation syllabus; the tutor will use Higher Tier extension materials where appropriate and the college offers learners the option to be entered into the Higher Tier exams, however this option requires learners to independently study in their own time.

Please note: as with all new-style GCSEs, grades A* – U have been replaced with levels 9 – 1. There is no tier for English GCSE so all grades are available. A Level 4 is a ‘standard pass’ (equivalent to the old grade C); a level 5 is a ‘good pass’.
Foundation tier: grades 1 to 5. Higher tier: grades 4 to 9.

The course runs the whole year, including school holidays. (A full schedule of confirmed dates will be given on the first session).

Times in 2019/20 to give you an idea of what to expect:

Initial 2 weeks: 10th Sept – 17th Sept (inclusive)
Term 1: 24th Sept – 10th Dec (12 weeks)
Term 2: 7th January – 31st March (13 weeks)
Term 3: 21st April – 2nd June (6 weeks)
PLUS – FIVE SATURDAYs: 12th Oct / 30th Nov / 11th Jan / 8th Feb / 28th Mar
Additional Saturday (as needed/agreed) – Saturday 16th May
PLUS 20 hours mandatory online content

(Funded places are available for learners if certain criteria are met)

The course will be taught as a linear course and certification is available in June 2020. The qualification consists of three equally-weighted written examination papers. All three papers must be at the same tier of entry and must be completed in June 2019. Each paper is 1 hour and 30 minutes long. Paper 1 is a non-calculator exam; a calculator is allowed for Paper 2 and Paper 3.

GCSE maths is expected to take between 120 and 140 hours of study – you will attend taught classes for 102 hours, and complete an additional 20 hours mandatory on-line content and the remaining hours are delivered through set homework tasks which will be marked and are a compulsory part of the course. Some of you will need to spend more time self-studying certain topics to bring your skills up to the required level. You are required to have independent study skills, and to set yourself appropriate goals and targets.
To gain an ESFA funded place you will need to complete an assessment of eligibility, undertake an initial diagnostic assessment and are required to complete the appropriate enrolment form. Funding is linked to 90% attendance and completion of the set homework tasks and the end examinations. Failure to meet these criteria means that funding is withdrawn and you will be liable for the full cost of the course. During the first two weeks you will be assessed through the lessons and by homework to confirm that a GCSE qualification is attainable, after this funding will be applied for.
Weekday sessions are 2.5 hours long, Saturdays are 5 hours long.

PLEASE NOTE: GCSE exams will take place during the day at Coleridge Community College. Provisional dates issued by the exam board are: Tuesday 19th May, Thursday 4th June and Monday 8th June. The dates are published by the exam board and all candidates must sit the exam then. Dates will be confirmed at the beginning of the course – expect to book leave / holiday from work / childcare as needed.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

You should have studied Mathematics to Functional Skills Level 2 or have a recent GCSE Grade D (or equivalent).
Please speak to the office if you have O-levels / CSEs or qualifications from outside the UK.
You are required to attend an initial assessment / screening of maths levels prior to enrolment on the course – please telephone the office on 01223 712340 to make an appointment.

Access Arrangements for Exams / Learning Difficulties

The exam board has very specific requirements for those who need access arrangements for exams (additional time, laptops, modified papers). It is your responsibility to inform us at your initial assessment. Failure to do this may delay the application with the exam board (please note such arrangements are only granted for 3 years).

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the whole year course you will have the opportunity to:
• develop a positive attitude to mathematics;
• consolidate basic skills and meet appropriately challenging work;
• apply mathematical knowledge and understanding to solve problems;
• think and communicate mathematically – precisely, logically and creatively;
• appreciate the place and use of mathematics in society;
• apply mathematical concepts to situations arising in their own lives;
• understand the interdependence of different branches of mathematics;
• acquire the skills needed to use technology such as calculators and computers effectively;
• acquire a firm foundation for further study.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

All learners: Textbook – approx. cost £20 available from www.cgpbooks.co.uk
Mathematics for GCSE Foundation level for the Grade 9 – 1 course ISBN: 978-1-78294-438-6

This book will be used throughout the course to deliver the Foundation syllabus, it is essential learners purchase a copy.

There are higher tier resources available from CGP books, should you choose to study the additional topics covered in the Higher Tier syllabus.

You will also need a scientific calculator – suggested type CASIO fx-85GT PLUS approx. £11
You will need a maths set comprising of compass, protractor and ruler etc. but we will discuss this at the first session.

Examination Fees:

Examination costs will be included in the cost of the course.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Notebook and pen, we will discuss which calculator to get.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Progress to a post GCSE course – further / higher education, employment, volunteering or GCE A level.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Do you need to update your CV? Did you not achieve your Maths qualification through school? Are you aged 19 or over?

This whole year course is for adults who have below Level 2 Functional Maths skills – it will help you feel more confident in using numbers for everyday things like money, time, distance, shape and position.
Functional Maths is all about using Maths in real-life situations. The course will underpin Maths skills and help you apply these in everyday contexts, as well as new and challenging situations.

The classes are generally small, delivered to suit your starting point and assessments are offered through City and Guilds after 55 hours teaching. You will need to attend an initial assessment prior to starting the course, where it will be discussed if you meet the criteria for a funded place.

Call the office on 01223 712340 for an initial chat about this course.

The course runs term-time (no classes during school holidays) from 14th September 2020 until the end of May 2020; there will be an opportunity to sit assessments after 55 hours of lessons (usually May).

To gain an ESFA funded place you will need to complete an assessment of eligibility, undertake an initial diagnostic assessment and are required to complete the appropriate enrolment form. Funding is linked to 90% attendance and completion of the set homework tasks. Failure to meet these criteria means that funding is withdrawn and you will be liable for the full cost of the course. During the first two weeks you will be assessed through the lessons and by homework to confirm that a Functional Skills qualification (at a level appropriate to your initial assessment) is attainable.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience required. All learners are required to attend an initial assessment / screening of Maths levels prior to enrolment on the course – please telephone the office on 01223 712340 to make an appointment.
This course is funded by the ESFA, regular attendance throughout the length of the course is required.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 27 week course you will have the opportunity to:
• develop skills and understanding which will help you feel more confident in using numbers for everyday things like money, time, distance, shape and position.
• improve your use of numbers, measuring and handling data.
• develop the skill of ‘Representing’ : select the mathematics and information to model a situation
• the skill of ‘Analysing’ : process and use mathematics
• develop the skill of ‘Interpreting’ : interpret and communicate the results of the analysis
• review your progress regularly with the tutor and individual progress will be monitored and recorded on regular basis through the use of ILPs, tutor notes and feedback.
• assess your progress through a functional skills qualification / assessment.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None

For the first session you will need to bring

Notebook and pen

Examination Fees:

You will be required to sign a form agreeing to exam dates. Fees are only incurred if you do not attend exam dates as agreed.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Progress to a post Level 2 Maths course (maybe GCSE); at the end of the course you will be given one-to-one information and advice as required, to ensure that appropriate progression routes are clearly identified.
The Adult Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

Social anxiety can impact quality of life and limit experiences. In this 5 week course we explore and develop supportive strategies to use in social and work based environments.
The emphasis will be on creating individual plans to manage and work through situations that provoke anxiety.

This course is also suitable to family members who would like to learn more about this topic.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to:
• Explore the types, causes and symptoms of anxiety.
• Develop individual coping strategies.
• Explore the importance of lifestyle changes that can improve and enhance wellbeing.
• Know how to access appropriate help during, and after the course has ended.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

A note pad and pen

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Your tutor will advise you.

Brief Description:

If you are a complete beginner to painting, or have some experience then this is the course for you. The course is designed for complete beginners to painting, and those who have some experience. The course will be based on the teaching of essential skills. These skills will be transferable to any genre, style or medium in painting (watercolour, oil or acrylic) both traditional and contemporary. You will be able to progress at your own pace and will build confidence accordingly. In summary, this is a skills based course intended to equip you with essential skills for any genre or style.
The course is priced per 9 weeks (one term); you may find, as many learners do, that you will want to continue for more than 9 weeks; if this is the case you will be offered the opportunity to re-enrol and pay for another term.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No experience is necessary, this course is designed for beginners and those with experience.

Learning Outcomes:

(Based on 9 weeks tuition) By the end of the course you will be able to:
• Recognise basic shapes
• Learn and apply new terminology to express ideas and intentions
• Identify forms and masses
• Experiment with application techniques
• Explore basic colour theory and paint types

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

Some materials will be provided for the first lesson, but papers, brushes and paints will be discussed and a ‘shopping list’ will be provided for those who do not yet have their own.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Yourself. Materials will be available to use although if you have any artist materials you are welcome to bring them along.

Shopping List To Be Discussed:

For watercolour
– 2B pencil
– synthetic brushes (round) sizes 6 and 10 (or similar sizes),
– watercolour paints in tubes or pans (the differences will be explained during the first lesson): Winsor and Newton ‘Cotman’ range, of one red, one yellow, one blue (Alizarin Crimson or Cadmium Red; Lemon yellow or Cadmium Yellow; Ultramarine Blue or Cobalt Blue),
– watercolour paper (Bockingford, 300gsm/140lb) a pad (minimum A4) will suffice for first week.
– Container (such as plastic cup) for water.
All materials are available at a discounted price here: http://www.greatart.co.uk
For oil painting
Tear- off palette (small one will be sufficient to start)
Paints- 1 red, 1 yellow, one blue and a tube of titanium white (Alizarin Crimson or Cadmium Red; Lemon yellow or Cadmium Yellow; Ultramarine Blue or Cobalt Blue),
Brushes-Hog or ox hair, flat brushes are best, 3 should be enough to start, size 10- 12 (these will be about 1cm wide).

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

The tutor will advise regarding other courses or workshops.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This intermediate level course is run as preparation for those wishing to take the Preliminary English Test (PET) examination, although taking the exam is not a requirement of the course. The PET level demonstrates that you can deal with everyday English and it is widely accepted as a qualification representing general competence in English (CEFR Level B1). At this level you should be able to cope with a variety of everyday situations, communicating with a good level of confidence and accuracy.
The course will cover all four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
To access information on exam centres offering this qualification/ booking deadlines and dates for the exam please go onto the website: www.cambridgeenglish.org You will also be able to access exam practice papers.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

An assessment test is needed for placement purposes. A £5 charge is payable at the time of assessment. This cost is redeemable against your course fee. To book an appointment call the office on 01223 712340.
You will need to have an intermediate level of English.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
• Have a good understanding of the main grammatical structures and use different tense with confidence.
• Significantly increase your vocabulary and knowledge of day-to-day English phrases, idioms etc.
• Improve your ability to use functional and social language for day-to-day life
• Understand natural spoken English in context.
• Familiarise yourself with the exam format and develop exam techniques

Examination Fees:

Your tutor will advise you on venues, dates and prices of exams. This course only covers tuition in preparation for exam – no certification fee is included in the cost of the course.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

You will need to buy a textbook. Gold Preliminary Coursebook with CD-ROM
Series: Gold Author: Walsh, Clare & Warwick, Lindsay Publisher: Pearson ELT
ISBN: 9781292124933 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 2015 Level: B1+ Intermediate
Price: £30.50
You might also like to purchase a bilingual dictionary. Your tutor will be able to advise on which dictionary to suit you, so consult your tutor before you decide!

For the first session you will need to bring:

A4 file, notebook and pen/pencil

Examination Fees:

To access information on exam centers offering this qualification/ booking deadlines and dates for the exam please go onto the website: www.cambridgeopencentre.org

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Enrol on the English First Certificate course.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description:

This course aims to enable you to acquire the painting and drawing skills and knowledge to express your own ideas and emotions and to analyse and enjoy the work of other artists. Topics covered will be: drawing, colour, tone, perspective and composition.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

None – all levels are welcome.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course participants will be able to:
• Reach a reasonable standard of drawing skill and use a sketch book properly
• Have acquired basic painting skills and knowledge of colour
• Have an understanding of texture and simple composition
• Understand and use perspective to create 3D form
• Use all knowledge to analyse and understand the work of other artists

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

Materials will be discussed at the first session. There are materials available to use so please do not buy equipment until you have spoken with the tutor.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Sketch book and a selection of HB graphite graded pencils.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Re-enrol onto another art course, the tutor will discuss possibilities.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Adult Learn and Train offer courses through-out the year.
Try similar courses or maybe look at learning something completely new.
You will find provision on some Saturday and Sunday’s , you will also find courses available in the day and evening at different venues in Cambridge. Courses vary in length from one-off sessions to 10 weeks or more.

Brief Description:

Over the eight-week course you will be introduced to this amazing world of patchwork and quilting.  With little equipment to begin with you will learn how to prepare and cut fabric accurately and learn how to make a number of traditional blocks such as half square triangles, flying geese and stars. You will be advised on where to buy fabric and the best equipment without breaking the bank. The centre has a number of sewing machines and the tutor will provide some basic equipment to start you off.  As you gain in confidence you will be able to use your skills to make your own quilt or similar patchwork items. Hopefully you will return in September to explore this enjoyable craft further.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Some basic experience in using a sewing machine will be beneficial.  This course will suit many who would like to use their sewing skills for something creative. There are no ‘sewing police’ so no need to worry about perfection.

Learning Outcomes:

The 8 week course will be organised in the following way:

• Introduction to fabric preparation and accurate cutting; use of a cutting mat, rotary cutter and ruler.
• Sewing an accurate ¼” seam and why it’s important
• Traditional patchwork blocks including log cabin, flying geese, the half square and quarter square triangles, various star blocks and the disappearing nine patch
• Designing your own patchwork design
• Other topics by mutual agreement such as binding, quilting, using the AccuQuilt Go machine

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

1. Basic sewing equipment such as needles, pins, fabric scissors
2. Ideally learners, in time, will need their own rotary cutter, mat and acrylic ruler.
3. Whilst not essential, more progress will be made if learners have access to a sewing machine at home.
4. Patchwork weight fabric will be required but advice will be available on what to purchase.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Fabric scissors and a notebook and some cotton fabric scraps if you have them.  The tutor is keen for you not to rush out and spend a lot of money on special tools and equipment. This will come in time depending on your needs and pocket.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Consider returning in September where you can pick up where you left off to explore even more blocks. Over academic year there are many Saturday classes are on offer for those who would like an extended time to learn and create.  Speak to the tutor.

The Adult Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

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Brief Description

This course will introduce you to beginners pattern cutting in women’s wear, using block pattern manipulation techniques. Using your own measurements you will produce a set of basic blocks, and learn how to adapt them to create different styles and your own designs.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Previous dressmaking experience will be beneficial. It is not advised for new learners to join in the 3rd term due to the complicated tasks taught. If you have experience but are unsure if this course is suitable please contact the office to speak with the tutor.

Learning Outcomes:

The 30 week course will be organised in the following way:
Term 1
• Draft a skirt block using your own measurements
• Learn how to adapt the block to produce different styles
• Design and make a skirt
Term 2/3
• Draft a complete bodice block using your own measurements
• Learn how to adapt the block to produce different styles
• Design and make a blouse
Term 3 (last 5 weeks)
• Draft a trouser block using your own measurements

About Your Tutor:

Sally Tilley has been dressmaking domestically and commercially for the past 20 years. She studied at Loughborough College of Art and worked briefly as a fashion designer before moving into teaching textiles. Since leaving the industry she has continued to take on commission work and teach dressmaking and pattern cutting courses.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

1. Sewing kit which includes: stitch scissors, dressmaking shears, steel pins and metric tape measure.
2. Paper scissors, Pritt stick, calico, pattern cutting paper (this can be purchased from the tutor), metre rule, square and ¼ scale pattern master (this will be discussed in the first lesson as they are purchased from Morplan).
3. You will need a sewing machine at home to enable you to complete the homework.
4. Metric Pattern Cutting for Women’s Wear, Winifred Aldrich. ISBN 978-1-4051-7567-8

For the first session you will need to bring:

You will need to bring a tape measure, scissors, pencil and pen. We will provide A3 paper.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Advanced course, discuss with the tutor.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Brief Description

This course will introduce you to beginners pattern cutting in women’s wear, using block pattern manipulation techniques. Using your own measurements you will produce a set of basic blocks, and learn how to adapt them to create different styles and your own designs.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

Previous dressmaking experience will be beneficial. It is not advised for new learners to join in the 3rd term due to the complicated tasks taught. If you have experience but are unsure if this course is suitable please contact the office to speak with the tutor.

Learning Outcomes:

The 30 week course will be organised in the following way:
Term 1
• Draft a skirt block using your own measurements
• Learn how to adapt the block to produce different styles
• Design and make a skirt
Term 2/3
• Draft a complete bodice block using your own measurements
• Learn how to adapt the block to produce different styles
• Design and make a blouse
Term 3 (last 5 weeks)
• Draft a trouser block using your own measurements

About Your Tutor:

Sally Tilley has been dressmaking domestically and commercially for the past 20 years. She studied at Loughborough College of Art and worked briefly as a fashion designer before moving into teaching textiles. Since leaving the industry she has continued to take on commission work and teach dressmaking and pattern cutting courses.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment

1. Sewing kit which includes: stitch scissors, dressmaking shears, steel pins and metric tape measure.
2. Paper scissors, Pritt stick, calico, pattern cutting paper (this can be purchased from the tutor), metre rule, square and ¼ scale pattern master (this will be discussed in the first lesson as they are purchased from Morplan).
3. You will need a sewing machine at home to enable you to complete the homework.
4. Metric Pattern Cutting for Women’s Wear, Winifred Aldrich. ISBN 978-1-4051-7567-8

For the first session you will need to bring:

You will need to bring a tape measure, scissors, pencil and pen. We will provide A3 paper.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Advanced course, discuss with the tutor.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.