Hampshire Colleges work together to promote understanding of composite technologies
Last month Colleges across Hampshire worked together to co-ordinate a 5 day joint delivered epoxy composites programme through the LLN Engineering Curriculum Group.
On the opening day at Southampton Solent University delegates had a busy day in the Composite Labs working under the direction of Iain Thomas - creating components out of pre-preg advanced composite materials, and learning all about the strengths and properties of different composite structures and cutting edge technology in the composite arena.
Dave Browning at the Maritime Technology Centre then delivered the Epoxy composites course, aiming to bridge the gap between level 3 and level 4 learning and development.
The delegates went on to spend a day each manufacturing components at The Marine Technology Centre and Highbury College before final destructive testing of their products at University of Portsmouth facilities.
The delegates came from across Hampshire and Isle of Wight, and a variety of industry sectors - Hovercraft makers, blade manufacturers, and Wave Energy generators. The five day programme received excellent feedback: "well organised and prepared challenging but manageable practical work and energetic trainer with time to answer questions"; 'Excellent course, very well organised which allowed plenty of practical time'.
With so much enthusiasm the colleges are hoping to offer similar programmes for industry in the future and work collaboratively where possible to deliver industry first class training and development opportunities.
To find out more about the programme contact Jon Bramley on 023 8031 9642 or email Jon.Bramley@solent.ac.uk
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