As we begin to move out of lockdown, FabLab Coventry is able to bring back some of your old favourites through a slightly different learning model. Blended learning will enable you to complete most of our workshops remotely from the comfort of your own home before joining us 1-2-1 in the Lab to get that hands on experience with our equipment to bring your designs to life in front of your eyes!
The 1-2-1 practical sessions, to complete your designs, will be arranged alongside you to fit around any other commitments you have and to ensure safe, socially distanced learning experiences.
Some of our workshops will continue to remain fully online, and our virtual drop-in, online coffee morning continues on a Tuesday morning for old and new participants to meet the FabLab team and one another virtually, ask questions, talk about any project ideas you may have, or just a general chat over a virtual cuppa!
Also this month, sees the introduction of Digital Badges. Whilst previously we have only been able to offer participants the opportunity to gain recognised acknowledgement of their skills through completing one of our Open College Network West Midlands accredited courses, Digital Badges gives you the opportunity to gain a virtual badge for completion of our shorter workshops. These can be used to evidence your skills to family and friends or even employers through adding them to your CV or social media pages.
Our Digital Badges have been set up covering three main areas.
Digital Skills
- Understanding Digital Technology
- Digital Fluency
- Digital Design
- CAD (Computer Aided Design) Basics & Technical Drawing Skills
- Digital Fabrication – Laser Cutting
- Digital Fabrication – 3D Modelling
- Digital Fabrication – Vinyl Cutting
- Digital Fabrication – 3D Printing
- Textiles
Traditional Skills
- Traditional Craft Skills
- Using Hand Tools
- Decorating
- DIY Skills
- Carpentry
- Furniture Renovation
- Getting Started with Upcycling
- Understanding woodwork machinery
- Understanding Machine Operation
- CSCS Basics
- Health and Safety at Work
Employment Specific Skills
- Attendance
- E-Learning
- Work Placement
- Diverse Skills
- Volunteering
As with any of our workshops or courses, additional 1-2-1 support can be provided after the training to give you more support if required – so no need to worry if you still have questions after any of our sessions! More support can be requested at the end of the sessions or you can contact our team and we can arrange this with you at a suitable time to meet your needs.
