This course is a continuation of the principles learned during the Electric Guitar and Bass Making 1 short course, which includes instrument design, wood working skills, sound theory, selecting tone wood and their use, the theory and practice of instrument construction including the fit out with electronic components.

The course includes the concept and design work as well as the construction of jigs and templates that are preliminary to building a new instrument.

This course will support the growing number of instrument makers and musicians interested in producing their own instruments.

At the end of this course, participants will have gained skills to:

design an instrument
prepare jigs and templates
build and fit out an original electric guitar or bass

Outline of topics:

OH&S
build jigs and templates
build and shape instrument components
assembly and fit out
painting and finishing
instrument set-up

Pre-requisite: Completion of the short course Electric Guitar and Bass Making 1, or demonstrated equivalence in skills and knowledge.

Assessment methods: Demonstration of interest and at least a minimum of woodworking skills. These will be assessed through the application process.

Materials: Students will attend workshops with a range of basic woodworking tools, some specialised equipment and handouts/workbooks supplied. Participants may be required to provide goggles and gloves but will be advised.

Duration:
27 weeks x 3 hours = 81 hours

Session Dates:
Tuesday evenings 6pm-9pm
17 July 2012 - 9 April 2013

Location:
NMIT Heidelberg Campus
Building A, Room A123

Please contact the relevant department about future classes