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COURSES
-  LOCKSMITHING AND KEYCUTTING
-     PART ONE
-     PART TWO
-  DRESSMAKING, DRESSCUTTING AND PATTERN DRAFTING
-     DRESSMAKING
-     DRESSCUTTING AND PATTERN DRAFTING
-     FASHION DESIGN
-  CALLIGRAPHY
-     PART ONE
-     PART TWO
-  FITNESS AND NUTRITION
-     SECTION 1: FITNESS
-     SECTION 2: PERSONAL AEROBICS
-     SECTION 3: NUTRITION 
-  ENQUIRY FORM

Stott's has the following courses available:

- LOCKSMITHING AND KEYCUTTING
- DRESSMAKING, DRESSCUTTING AND PATTERN DRAFTING
- CALLIGRAPHY
- FITNESS AND NUTRITION

THE FOLLOWING ARE BRIEF DESCRIPTIONS ONLY. FOR FULL DETAILS OF ANY OF THE COURSES SHOWN, PLEASE ASK FOR THE RELEVANT PROSPECTUS

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LOCKSMITHING AND KEYCUTTING

This two-part course offers you the opportunity to learn all the skills necessary to set up business as a locksmith / keycutter. It involves much more than just fixing locks in homes or cutting spare keys. You will be able to give advice about external locks, master key systems, key control and many other aspects of physical security. You will be a trusted expert in securing property and will be able to make keys for people who have lost them and also open locks without keys.

Whether you want to rent space in a hardware shop or set up a shop of your own. this course offers advice on the practicalities of setting up a business as well as clearly written and illustrated lessons with practical lock and key work. Specialist tools are provided and included in the cost of the course. Price of complete course---£850

PART ONE: 
Includes instruction on the following:-
Introduces different types of locks and keys. Identifications and duplication of Pin Tumbler and Lever Tumbler keys.
Lock Security. Primary and Auxiliary locks, Commercial and Industrial protection.
Lever locks. How they operate, Fitting the key, Preparing the lock and Impressioning.
Pin Tumbler Cylinders. How they operate, How they are constructed, Assembly and Disassembly.
Fitting a key, Changing Combination, Fitting First Keys, Advanced Data, Master Keying
Legal Problems. Laws Relating to Locksmiths, Code of Ethics, Precautions, Automatic Locks.

PART TWO: 
Includes instruction on the following:-
Lock Picking. Fell Method, Taking Method, Gun Picks, Disc Tumbler Lock Picking
Locking Handles. Types, Applications, Rigid Handles, Free Turning Handles, Servicing, 
Luggage Locks.. Suitcase / Trunk Locks.
Interchangeable Core Systems. Definitions, Specifications, Applications, Tools and Supplies, Rekeying Procedure, Master Keying Procedures, Servicing Tips.
Key in Knob Locks. Service Information and Specifications, Fitting Keys to Ace Locks
Lock Bodies. Rim Night Latches, Rim Deadlatches
Mortise Locksets. Application, Identification, Mechanical Principle, Servicing, Service Data, Installation Procedures
Fitting Keys by Impression. Starting Measurements, Tools Required
Extruding Pin tumbler Locks. Parts of Padlock, Fitting the Key, Variations in Construction, Measuring Padlocks
Typical Locksmith Jobs. Duplication of Broken Key, Duplicating Worn Keys, Duplication of Double-sided Keys, Cleaning Dirty Locks, Supplementary Information
Key Control Systems. What is Key Control? Key Storage Cabinet, Key Identification, Indexing Keys, Key Change Index, Management, Responsibilities, Master Key Control
Abloy Locks. Principles of Operation, Disassembly, Keying Applications
Economics of Locksmithing. Working for Someone else, Tools, In Business for Yourself, Selecting a Location, Locksmiths in Concessions, Publicity, Salesmanship.

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DRESSMAKING, DRESSCUTTING AND PATTERN DRAFTING, AND FASHION DESIGN

This course is structured in such a way, that you can develop your skills in dressmaking from what you already know, or you can start from scratch. The basic dressmaking course allows you to create garments from patterns and to finish them with that professional touch. Whereas the dresscutting and pattern drafting course will teach you how to create your own patterns for clothes which are completely unique and then turn them into finished articles. So if you’re looking for the solution to that “nothing to wear” problem which always seems to arise, perhaps you should consider making something to wear instead. Not only will you save money on clothes but all your outfits will be individual, unique and exactly as you want them to be. Price of complete Dressmaking, Dresscutting and Pattern Drafting course: £395

DRESSMAKING:

Selecting fabric and Garment Style. Selecting materials and patterns, Colour for various skin tones and hair colours, Styles to flatter every figure, Camouflaging figure faults
Equipment. Purchasing a sewing machine, Care of your machine, Other sewing and pressing equipment.
Patterns. How to use patterns, Alteration and adjustment to fit different figure types, Dressmaking terms.
Material and Marking. How to prepare material and position patterns properly, Cutting out, Marking, Tacking and stay stitching, Marking with carbon and tracing wheel.
Garment construction and basting. Preparing the garment for first fittings, Basic darts, pleats, etc, Checking correct fit, Alterations, Re-basting
Hand Stitches, Darts and Tucks, Seams, Waistbands and Pleats, Gathering and Shirring, Bindings, Facings, Interfacings, and Lining, Collars and Cuffs, Sleeves, Buttonholes, 
Attaching bodices to skirts.
Pockets, plackets and zippers, Belts and belt carriers Hems, Buttons and fastenings, Hand embroidery. Price of Dressmaking course only: £250

DRESSCUTTING AND PATTERN DRAFTING

Measurements – Foundation Patterns. Taking correct measurements, How to draw a foundation bodice / sleeve using your own measurements
Bodices, Darts and variations, Collars, Sleeves, Blouses and Skirts
Pleats, Frocks, Slacks, basic culottes and tops, Lingerie, Children’s/infant’s wear

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FASHION DESIGN

Fashion Design is an art form

Price of Fashion Design course only: £190

CALLIGRAPHY

The word calligraphy is derived from the Greek “Kalligraphia” which means beautiful writing and that is exactly what this course aims to teach. There are in fact many different forms of calligraphic script and in order to help you learn and master these skills, Stott’s Correspondence College offer two separate courses in calligraphy.

PART ONE: The Italic Hand 

Price for course: £220 (includes equipment)

This course introduces the main calligraphic style, Italics. 
After a brief introductory feature on the origins and purpose of calligraphy, students will progress to learn:
The different materials involved in creating italic script, 
How to improve your writing through posture, height and weight of lettering, pen angle, etc.
Decorative letter joins, upper and lower case alphabet, uses for your new skill.

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PART TWO: Advanced Calligraphy 

Price for course: £210 (includes equipment)

Teaches three new styles of writing, These are:
1) Foundational hand or Roman script.
2) Uncial style writing
3) Gothic Blackletter.

All three styles are practised in upper and lower case and tips are given for improvement as in part one.

SPECIAL PENS AND EQUIPMENT ARE PROVIDED IN THE COST OF THE COURSE.

FITNESS & NUTRITION

Learn how to improve your general health and fitness and find new energy and enthusiasm for life. Price of complete course: £325 

Stott’s Fitness & Nutrition course teaches you all the key elements to good health, which is essentially the key to your well-being and hence your well-feeling. The course is split into three sections which cover all aspects of fitness from exercise through to what you eat.

SECTION 1: FITNESS

Includes :-
Cardiovascular Fitness, Aerobic and Anaerobic exercise, Stretching, Principles of training, Isotonic and Isometric exercises, Fat Control and Flexibility, Strength, Power and Endurance.

SECTION 2: PERSONAL AEROBICS

Includes:-
How to start Aerobics and construct a Programme, Programme progressions, Warm Up and Cool Down, Muscular Conditioning, Selection Guide.

SECTION 3: NUTRITION 

Includes:-
What Do You Eat? Food Pyramid, Kilojoules and Energy, The Six Nutrients, Salt and Sugar, Cholesterol and Fats, Dietary Guidelines, Adaptation of your Favourite Recipes.

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