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Have-a-go days
Isle campus, Wisbech – Wednesday 30/10/13 & 19/02/14
SUBJECT AREA
Art and design
Brickwork
Carpentry and
joinery
Childhood studies
Computing
Engineering
Fashion and
textiles
Graphic design
and photography
Hairdressing,
beauty and nail
technology
Motor vehicle
Painting,
decorating and
plastering
Plumbing and
electrical
installation
Uniformed
services
DESCRIPTION
Explore and create – experiment with graphics, photography, mixed media
and painting to create original artwork.
Learn to identify correct use of materials and tools, practice
trowel skills and how to lay bricks to create a wall.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
Learn to use hand tools to cut and shape timber, including chisels,
hammers, mallets and a combination square.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
Learn how to care for electronic babies; practice bathing them and take part in creative activities.
You will also be given an introduction to caring for children and play activities.
Learn how to carry out basic PC maintenance with fault-finding, problem-solving and experience
installing operating systems.
Learn how to use hand tools to cut, shape, fasten and form sheet metal components.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
Learn about what it takes to get a design from paper to the catwalk.
Create your own artwork for your favourite game or band, or a
magazine cover using digital cameras and Photoshop.
Have a go at doing creative hair styles, nail art and learn about the skills
required to be a professional in the hair and beauty industry.
Learn to use hand tools to carry out practical tasks on light vehicles, mini-motos or go-carts.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
Learn to ‘cut in’ and paint a smooth wall with a paint brush. You will also
have a go at plastering and practice applying render to a block wall.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
Learn to use hand tools to fabricate any of a range of plumbed joints
and test for air/water tightness. You will also practice various wiring
techniques which are used in installations in your home.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
You will be introduced to physical training and take part in team activities and sports.
You will need to bring a sports kit and trainers with you.
Cambridge campus – Wednesday 30/10/13 & 19/02/14
SUBJECT AREA
Agriculture
Animal
management
Equine
Uniformed
services
DESCRIPTION
You will have a tour of the Woodside farm area, be able to meet the livestock
and take part in practical agricultural activities.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
Get some practical experience of animal care duties including feeding and cleaning out.
You will need to wear suitable clothing and steel toe-capped boots*.
You will have the opportunity to have a go on the equine
simulator and a name-the-parts-of-a-horse activity.
You will need to provide your own suitable sturdy footwear and clothing.
You will be introduced to physical training and take part in team activities and sports.
You will need to bring a sports kit and trainers with you.
* You will be asked on the booking form to inform us if you are able to provide your own steel toe-capped boots or
need to borrow a pair from the college.
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