Introduction to timber roofs (rafters) (Saturday Skills)
Cornwall College Camborne - 23 March 2024
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One Day - 6 hours
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Introduction to timber roofs (rafters) (Saturday Skills)
This six hour course has been designed to offer an introduction to pitched roofs, the setting out, marking and cutting of timber roof components, work routinely carried out by a capenter. The programme will be delivered in the well equipped practical workshop at Camborne campus. Safety boots should be worn by those attending, all other tools and equipment are provided.
This is a FREE* course - apply for a place now. * This course will be free for students who will be 19+ as of 31.08.23.
This course will run for 1 day
Material cost - £10.
What you will learn
Setting out, cutting and fixing of timber roof components in a pitched roof
Assessment
Practical
Progression
Level 1

Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne

Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne
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Dates & Locations
- Location - Cornwall College Camborne
- Start Date - 23 March 2024
- Day/Time - Saturday, 09:30 - 16:00
- Fees - Tuition Fees: £0.00
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For 23 March 2024 start date
Course Code 13229-CAM-23
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