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Ceramic Technology: Kiln Firing (Distance Learning)
University Foundation Certificate
Key features
The principles of kiln operation and related safety issues for people working in the ceramic industry.
What is it about?
Provides an understanding of the principles of kiln operation and related safety issues. Designed to increase the technical knowledge of kiln operators and those responsible for kiln operation. Study topics include firing history, basic science, fuels and combustion, ceramics, instrumentation and control and kilns (involves an oral exam at your place of work, carried out by your company tutor).
Employers have reported that employees who undertake these courses are better able to anticipate and prevent problems – this is particularly the case with Kiln Firing. Feedback from graduates indicates that successful students have gained the confidence to initiate improvements at work.
Fact File
| Qualification: | University Foundation Certificate |
| Faculty/School: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Technology |
| Location: | Stafford Campus |
| Course Start: | September, January and April |
| Course Length: | All courses are flexible study, with no set deadlines or day release, and are ideal for shift workers and those employed in areas where work requirements vary. |
| Attendance: | Distance Learning |
| Entry Requirements: | Employment in or good access to the appropriate industry. Ability to study in english at an appropriate level. |
| Fees and Bursaries: | £400 (£475 from September 2011) |
Contact
For more information about Ceramic Technology: Kiln Firing (Distance Learning) please contact:
The Recruitment CentreFaculty of Computing, Engineering and Technology
Staffordshire University
Beaconside
Stafford
Staffordshire
ST18 0AD
t: +44 (0)1782 294400
e: enquiries@staffs.ac.uk
