Glasgow Met Part Time Prospectus 2010-2011

Welcome
Our choice
is Glasgow
Met College
10 reasons why…
Huge range of courses open to students of all ages and abilities Close industry links bring courses to life and mean better job
prospects for students
Perfect place to expand hobbies and learn new skills
Supportive environment with financial and personal help on tap
Stepping stone to full time further education
Excellent facilities include TV, radio and photography studios,
City centre location is easy to reach and close to great bars,
kitchens, workshops and an airline cabin
restaurants and shops
A free-to-use gym and student union with free internet, video
Make new friends at Glasgow’s largest college, with over 15,000
games consoles, pool tables and foosball
students and 530 members of staff
Learn from the best with lecturers at the top of their field of
expertise Make Glasgow Met your choice…
read on for information on all our great courses!
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Principal’s Welcome
I am pleased to welcome you to Glasgow New Campus Glasgow Merger

Metropolitan College’s part time Prospectus Studying in Glasgow City Centre has Working closely together on New Campus
for 2010/11. I am certain you’ll find never been more exciting for Glasgow Glasgow has led to increasing collaboration
something that will interest you as you Met students. For four years the Met has on shared services among the three partner
plan your own personal or professional been working with its partners - Central colleges - Glasgow Met, Central College
development. We do hope you will choose College and Glasgow College of Nautical and Glasgow College of Nautical Studies -
to ‘Make it at the Met’. Studies - to plan a huge new campus and and to the decision to develop a proposal to
develop a world-class learning facility that merge. This merger is currently scheduled
will see Glasgow boast the most cutting- to take place in the latter part of 2010 and
edge campus, designed to deliver a 21st the proposed name of the new college is
century curriculum. This campus, which is ‘City of Glasgow College’.
due to be completed in 2014, will be home
for 50,000 students and 2,000 staff. These
new facilities will be developed over two
sites at Cathedral Street and Thistle Street,
and will significantly enhance the student
experience.
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Contents
Principal’s Welcome ............................ 2 Music.............................................. 36-39

Student Support Services................. 4-7 Journalism............................................40
Part Time Courses Radio and TV.................................. 41-44
Evening or Saturday Morning Courses
Personal Development..........................45
Student Advisory Service
Careers Advisory Service ICT.................................................. 46-73
Support For Learning .......................... 8 Photography................................... 74-83
Printing............................................ 84-87
Facilities
Libraries............................................. 9 School of Design
Where to eat.......................................10
rt and Design.............................. 88-101
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Sport and Recreation.........................10
3D Design................................... 102-104
Student’s Union..................................10
Design Crafts.............................. 105-113
Academic Calendar............................ 11
School of Food, Hospitality, Sport
Courses and Tourism
School of Built Environment Food......................................... 114-127
Building and Construction............. 12-19 Travel................................................ 128
Building Trades............................. 20-23 Sport................................................ 130
Construction Crafts....................... 24-25 General Interest......................... 131-133
School of Communication and Media Hospitality................................. 134-137
English For Speakers of Met Enterprises ........................ 138-147

Other Languages (ESOL)................ 26-29 Terms and Conditions . ............. 148-149
Languages...................................... 30-35 Course Index ............................ 150-152
To book a course please:

Apply on line at www.glasgowmet.ac.uk
Phone 0141 566 6216 if you don’t have internet access
Phone 0141 566 6216 if you have ILA Account or wish a fee waiver place.
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Student Support Services

Student Services provides a range of Making an application Personal support and counselling
services for applicants, students and visitors Which course to choose Careers advice and job vacancies
to the College. We can help with: Advice on money, benefits and student Leisure, evening or Saturday morning
funding classes.
Help with the cost of childcare
Part Time Courses (Day/Block Release)

Get up to £500 towards part-time higher advice you need or visit their website to claim travelling expenses. However, funding
education and professional qualification www.ilascotland.org.uk. is limited and will be on a “first-come-first-
courses served” basis. Forms are available from the
How to Apply
ILA Scotland is a simple way to get up to College’s Finance Office.
Students wishing to study part time courses
£500 a year towards the cost of your course Hardship Fund
(Day/Block Release) should fill out an
fees. If you want to get a higher education or
application form and return to the address Students may apply to the college for support
professional qualification such as an HNC,
shown on the form. Alternatively you can in covering travel costs and course expenses.
HND or a degree but still want to be able to
apply online at our website Forms and advice are available from Student
work, or you just don’t want to take on a
www.glasgowmet.ac.uk. Advisory Service on 0141 566 4134.
full-time course, then part-time study might be
for you. And you’ll find that £500 goes a long Enrolment dates vary from course to course. Childcare Support
way towards helping you pay for your course If you’ve accepted a definite offer of a place, The College offers assistance with the cost
fees. And, better still, the money is not a loan Student Services will provide you with joining of childcare. This allows students, who may
so you don’t have to pay it back. instructions giving details on when and where have been unable to attend College due to
to enrol. Enrolment is usually on the first day the costs of childcare, to receive help towards
You must be studying 40 Scottish Credit and
of the course. the cost of after-school care, a registered
Qualifications Framework (SCQF) credits or
more an academic year. You can choose Fees Waivers childminder or registered nursery school. To
from higher education courses, Professional be eligible, you must be enrolled on one of
Students studying part time courses will be
Development Awards (PDA), and Continuing the College’s part time courses and require to
expected to pay tuition fees and any other
Professional Development (CPD) courses at secure registered childcare facilities. Priority is
subsequent fees, for example examination
SCQF levels 7-10. given to lone (single) parents. Further details
fees. However, part time students who can
regarding the College’s Childcare Support
A new qualification gives you a sense of show they are receiving a means tested
Scheme are available from the Student
achievement, improves your job prospects benefit can apply for their fees to be waived.
Services Section 0141 566 6217.
and earning potential and can open Fee waiver forms are available from the
new doors to a whole range of career college Finance Office on 0141 566 4125. Further Information
opportunities. It’s easy to see why gaining a Company Bookings Student Services on
qualification is a smart move. But paying for 0141 566 6216 or
the course isn’t always quite so easy and If your company is paying your course fees,
studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
that’s where ILA Scotland can help. If the then you should arrange for your company
course does not meet the terms of the ILA / sponsoring organisation to send written We are located in Glasgow City Centre at
500 funding requirements, you may get an authorisation to the College. We will only 60 North Hanover St
ILA £200 account to help contribute to course send an invoice once authorisation has been (opposite Queen Street Station).
fees. received.
We are open Mon - Fri 8.45am - 4.45pm.
So get in touch today and apply for your Travelling Expenses No appointment necessary.
learner account. Call the ILA Scotland helpline Part time students on FE courses who are in
free on 0808 100 1090 for all the help and receipt of a means tested benefit are eligible
apply online at www.glasgowmet.ac.uk - ILA account holders or for Fee Waiver places please call 0141 566 6216
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Evening or Saturday Morning Courses

Get £200 towards learning something www.glasgowmet.ac.uk. However, if you are which will be refunded when enrolment
new! applying for a fee waiver or ILA funded place has taken place. Once booked you have
ILA Scotland is a simple way to get up you should contact Student Services on 5 working days to produce proof of your
to £200 a year towards the cost of learning 0141 566 6216. eligibility. Documents must be up to date
something new. It’s a Scottish Government within the last 3 months.
Telephone
scheme for people with an income More information on fee waivers is available
Call Student Services on 0141 566 6216
of £22,000 a year or less or who are from the Finance Section on
making sure you have your credit/debit card
on benefits. The money is not a loan - so 0141 566 4125.
information ready as we cannot reserve a
you don’t have to pay any of it back. place without it. Fees
Learning something new could help you In Person You can find the cost of courses in the
earn more money, get a better job or do prospectus and on the website and this
Student Services is open to receive personal
something you really enjoy. If you want to must be paid before starting your course.
applications from 8.45am to 4.45pm
get back into learning then ILA Scotland
Monday to Friday.
can help you with up to £200 towards a Withdrawals and Refunds
wide range of courses. The college is an By Email The College charges a non-refundable
approved ILA Scotland learning provider Send your email enquiry to administration fee of 20% of the course fee
and offers a range of part time, evening and studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk should you choose to withdraw from the
Saturday morning classes eligible for ILA including which course you are interested in class before it commences. Transfers from
funding. and a daytime contact number. If you have one course to another course or from one
not heard by return email within 2 days then term to another term for the same course
There’s plenty to choose from — so whether
telephone 0141 566 6216 as our systems are generally treated as being a withdrawal.
you want to learn something completely
may have been unavailable. We will check If you choose to withdraw once a course
new, or brush up your skills to help you get
the availability of your course/s and respond has commenced, then no refunds are
on at work - why not get in touch with us
to you by email. Providing there are spaces available.
and we’ll help find the right course for you.
available, we will then require you to either
Whatever course you decide on, make make a payment by telephone or in person. Waiting Lists
sure that you have applied for your Many classes fill up very quickly as places
learner account and that you have received Company Booking
If your employer is paying for your course are allocated on a ‘first-come-first-served
your account number before booking a basis’. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining
course as you cannot use your funds to pay please provide the employer name and
address when booking. We will ask you a place your name will be put on a waiting
for a course that you have already booked.
to fax authorisation to 0141 566 6226 on list in date order. We would only contact you
Need more help? Call the ILA Scotland company letterhead stating your details, the if someone cancels their place or another
helpline free on 0808 100 1090. One of their course you have booked, the associated class was being offered.
advisers will be happy to chat about what course fee, and that your employer will be Cancellations
you might want to do and give you any help paying this. An invoice will then be sent to
and advice you need. Further information your employer. All classes are subject to sufficient numbers
is available on their website at www. of students enrolling and can be cancelled
ilascoltand.org.uk. Fee Waiver up to 24 hours prior to the date on which
If you are on benefits, you may not have the class is due to begin. If a class is
How to Apply cancelled your fee will be refunded in full. If
to pay courses fees. However, fee waiver
You can book a place on an Evening or places are limited and are not available a class is cancelled due to bad weather we
Saturday morning class in one of the for all classes. To book a fee waiver place will inform local radio stations (Real Radio,
following ways: telephone Student Services on Radio Scotland and Radio Clyde). We will
Internet 0141 566 6216. You will be required to pay do our best to timetable a class to replace
Bookings can be made through our website a £5 deposit to secure your fee waiver place the one missed.
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Parking Location Further Information

There are a limited number of car parking We will tell you the location of your course Contact Student Services on
spaces at the North Hanover Street on the confirmation letter sent after you have 0141 566 6216 or
Campus. However, the Cathedral Street booked a place. Please read this carefully. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Campus car park is open for evening class The College has 5 campuses and it is
We are located in Glasgow City Centre at
students. We can pre-book spaces for important that you know where to attend.
60 North Hanover St
those with mobility difficulties. Please let us This information will also be on our website
(opposite Queen Street Station).
know when you book your course if you at www.glasgowmet.ac.uk. Details of room
wish us to pre-book a space. Free Parking numbers and location will be posted at or We are open Mon - Fri 8.45am - 4.45pm.
is available after 6pm in most streets near near the entrance to the college. No appointment necessary.
the College.
Student Advisory Service

The Student Advisory Service provides We also offer a professional counselling Further Information
advice, counselling, information and service to all our students. You don’t have Tel: 0141 566 4134 / 1646
personal support for all students. You to be in a major crisis before you see a Fax: 0141 566 4138
can drop in to see an Advisor or make an counsellor. They are there to talk over Email: studentadvisors@glasgowmet.ac.uk
appointment about any issue including whatever may be troubling you, no matter Website: www.glasgowmet.ac.uk/
benefits, money or personal issues and how big or small an impact the issue may studentadvisoryservice.aspx
we will try to help or put you in touch with be having on your life, whether at home or
people who can. at college.
Careers Advisory Service

What are my career options? Access to PCs with printing facilities. Visit Student Advisory or Careers Advisory
Where can I get a part time or holiday Photocopying Facilities Service on the ground floor of the
job? Access to phone and fax to contact Millennium Building in North Hanover Street
How do I prepare a CV? employers etc. or the Student Advisory Service in the foyer
How do I apply to University or Art Print CVs, job vacancy information, of the Cathedral Street building, telephone
School? access careers websites and further one of the numbers above or email
What should I do next? study options. studentadvisors@glasgowmet.ac.uk. You
can make an appointment or simply pop in
At the Careers Advisory Service we can help Further Information to see one of the advisors.
with any of these questions. We provide Brian Pearson, Manager - 0141 566 4214
information, guidance and resources which Mary Gold, Advisor - 0141 566 1646
can help. For example: Shona Morrison, Advisor - 0141 566 4217
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Support for Learning

Do You Have An Additional Support Need? that you make contact with our team as Can We Help?
Medical Condition early as possible. This is to allow enough We offer our literature in a variety of formats.
Sensory Impairment time, before you start your course, for staff We can provide electronic, audiotape, larger
Mobility Issues to arrange trial evacuations, orientation font size and Braille formats on request. If
Dyslexia sessions and complete Emergency you have an enquiry on this or any other
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (e.g. Evacuation Plans and medical paperwork matter please contact Student Services on
Asperger’s Syndrome) etc. to ensure your safety and well-being 0141 566 6224. We welcome calls through
Specific literacy and/or numeracy difficulty whilst at college. To arrange a meeting with Typetalk. Please contact us on 18001 0141
Mental Ill Health our team, please contact us on one of the 566 4109.
Any other Additional Support Need which numbers below:
is a barrier to learning
North Hanover Street Campus
If you have an Additional Support Need, it
Suzanne Halliday - 0141 566 4222
is important that you make contact with the
Stephen Callaghan - 0141 566 4265/4297
Support for Learning Division as soon as
Victoria Blair - 0141 566 4207
you decide to accept a place on a course.
If your Additional Support Need requires Cathedral Street Campus
support to be arranged before you start
your course, (e.g. mobility issue, medical Jim Dowell - 0141 566 1660
condition, Sensory Impairment, Autistic Alternatively, you can e-mail us at
Spectrum Disorder etc.), it is very important elsupport@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Facilities
Library Our libraries provide access to mono and Cathedral St Campus Library
Libraries are located in the Millennium colour reprographics and students may 230 Cathedral Street,
Building at the North Hanover Street purchase items of stationery at competitive Glasgow G1 2TG.
campus and on the 2nd floor at Cathedral prices. Tel: 0141 566 1664.
Street. Students have access to state of Full details on policies, opening hours, Fax: 0141 566 1666.
the art study facilities accommodating subject guides and links to electronic Opening Hours
group, individual and quiet study areas. resources are available on the library website
Strong book, multi-media and periodicals Mon 8.00am - 7.30pm
at www.glasgowmet.ac.uk/library.
collections are augmented by significant Tues 8.00am - 7.30pm
computer resources including PCs and Contact Information Wed 8.00am - 7.30pm
Macs running advanced software. North Hanover St Campus Library Thurs 10.00am - 5.00pm
60 North Hanover St, Fri 8.00am - 5.00pm
Students will receive library induction and a
rolling programme of workshops provides Glasgow G1 2BP
Email: library@glasgowmet.ac.uk.
instruction in accessing our electronic Tel: 0141 566 4132.
resources 24/7. These comprise databases, Fax: 0141 566 4156.
online journals, newspapers and a collection Opening Hours
of e-books including many course texts.
Mon 9.00am - 7.30pm
Library Services is fully committed to Tues 9.00am - 7.30pm
inclusion and diversity agendas. Staff are Wed 9.00am - 7.30pm
happy to deliver customised inductions Thurs 10.00am - 5.00pm
upon request. Fri 9.00am - 5.00pm
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Where to eat
Café Met is on the 6th floor of North
Hanover Street Campus and serves hot and
cold snacks. Vending machines are also
available at each campus.
Sports and
Recreation
The College offers free membership to its
students in a fully equipped Fitness Suite
at North Hanover Street and Cathedral
Street campus containing a wide range of
cardiovascular and resistance machines.
Further information is available on the
website, at the Gym or telephone
0141 566 6222.
Student Union
The Student Union main office is located in
the North Hanover Street Campus. There is
a wide range of recreation facilities, gaming
machines and pool tables with ongoing
pool competitions and large screen TV with
music. The new Internet Cafe area will allow
you to surf the net and access your e-mail.
Academic Calendar
Student Holiday September Weekend

24th - 27th September 2010
Dates
Autumn Break
11th - 17th October 2010
Winter Break
13th December 2010 - 4th January 2011
20th December 2010 - 4th January 2011 (Food, Hospitality, Sport and Tourism only)
Spring Break (B) day classes

4th - 15th April 2011
Spring Break (C) day classes

4th - 8th April 2011
Spring Weekend
22nd - 25th April 2011
May Day
2nd May 2011
May Weekend
27th - 30th May 2011
Check with your Course Tutor. Some courses do not take the
Autumn Break but may take 2 weeks in Spring.
It is always a good idea to check the above dates with your

Course Tutor before booking any holidays.
Opening Times Opening Times

September - June (Term Time)
Monday to Thursday: 8.00am - 9.00pm
Friday: 8.00am - 5.00pm
July - August
Monday to Friday: 8.00am - 5.00pm
Our choice is
School of Built Environment
Courses Cover: Some courses have two prices: an If you have an Additional Support
Individual Fee and an Employers Need (e.g. mobility issue, medical
Building and Construction /
Fee. The Employers fee may be condition, sensory impairment)
Building Trades /
slightly higher to cover additional please see page 8 for contact
Construction Crafts /
costs such as attendance / progress details of the Support for Learning
reports. Team.
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HNC Architectural Technology

Block Release | Day Release | Evening | Sat Morning
Course Profile Construction Technology: Industrial / Dates

This course is designed to provide an in- Commercial Superstructure One day per week over two years -
depth insight into the roles, responsibilities CAD: 2D 1st Year: 23rd Aug 10 - 30th May 11 (Mon)
and duties performed by Architectural HNC Architectural Technology: Graded 2nd Year: 27th Aug 10 - 3rd June 11 (Fri)
Technicians in the Building Industry. It Unit 1
Health and Safety in Construction Enrolment will take place on Mon 16th
also develops an increased knowledge
Design of Building Structures and Wed 18th Aug 2010 between 10am -
of architectural design, construction
12noon and 2pm - 4pm in Room 207 at the
techniques, building materials, building
Entry Requirements North Hanover Street Campus.
services, CAD and architectural procedures.
Entry is open to any person who can Price
Year 1:
demonstrate by formal qualification or 1st Year: Individual Fee - £546
Construction Technology: Substructure otherwise, a reasonable expectation of Employers Fee - £629
Site Administration successful completion of the chosen course 2nd Year: Individual Fee - £546
Architectural Design, Sketching and of unit(s). Admission to 1st year will be open Employers Fee - £629
Drawing to any applicant who has the following:
Structural Mechanics Location
A NQ in Building or equivalent and / or
Construction Materials and Specification North Hanover Street Campus
Relevant work experience as evidence of
Architectural Procedures and Design
ability and / or
Contact
Year 2: Is employed in a relevant job function in
industry Mike Galbraith on 0141 566 6222, ext.4314
tandard Forms of Construction
S mike.galbraith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Contracts
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HNC Construction Management

Course Profile Entry Requirements Enrolment will take place on Wed 1st Sep
This course is designed to provide in- Entry is open to any person who can 2010 between 6pm - 8.30pm in Room 405
depth insight into the roles, responsibilities demonstrate by formal qualification or at the North Hanover Street Campus.
and duties performed by Site Engineers otherwise, a reasonable expectation of Price
and Construction Management Trainees successful completion of the chosen course
Day release:
in the Building Industry. It also develops of unit(s). Admission to 1st year will be open
1st Year: Individual Fee - £546
an increased knowledge of conditions to any applicant who has the following:
Employers Fee - £629
of contracts, estimating, construction A NQ in Building or equivalent and / or 2nd Year: Individual Fee - £546
techniques, site surveying, building Relevant work experience as evidence of Employers Fee - £629
materials, site administration and building ability and / or
services. The course covers: Is employed in a relevant job function in Students can expect to spend £40 on
industry course materials.
Construction Technology: Substructure
Site Administration Dates Evening:
Estimating 1st Year: Individual Fee - £546
Day Release:
Human Resource Management in Employers Fee - £629
One day per week over two years -
Construction 2nd Year: Individual Fee - £546
1st Year: 23rd Aug 10 - 30th May 11 (Mon)
Construction Materials and Specification Employers Fee - £629
2nd Year: 27th Aug 10 - 3rd June 11 (Fri)
Construction Planning
Standard Forms of Construction Students can expect to spend £40 on
Enrolment will take place on Mon 16th
Contracts course materials.
and Wed 18th Aug 2010 between 10am -
Construction Technology: Industrial / 12noon and 2pm - 4pm in Room 207 at the Location
Commercial Superstructure North Hanover Street Campus. North Hanover Street Campus
CAD: 2D
HNC Construction Management: Graded Evening: Contact
Unit 1 Three evenings per week over three years
(Tues / Wed / Thurs) Mike Galbraith on 0141 566 6222, ext.4314
Health and Safety in Construction mike.galbraith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Managing Construction Organisation 1st and 2nd Year: 1st Sep 10 - 19th May 11
Construction Site Surveying
My choice is
Construction
Management
Bryan McMahon
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HNC Quantity Surveying

Course Profile Construction Technology: Industrial/ Enrolment will take place on Mon 16th and
This course is designed to provide in- Commercial Superstructure Wed 18th Aug 10 between 10am - 12noon
depth insight into the roles, responsibilities Construction Materials and Specification and 2pm - 4pm in Room 207 at the North
and duties performed by Quantity HNC Quantity Surveying: Graded Unit 1 Hanover Street Campus.
Surveyors and Estimating Technicians Scottish Law for Construction
Price
in the Building Industry. It also develops Financial Studies for the Building Industry
1st Year: Individual Fee - £546
an increased knowledge of conditions of Entry Requirements Employers Fee - £629
contracts, estimating, quantitative analysis,
Entry is open to any person who can 2nd Year: Individual Fee - £546
construction techniques, building materials, Employers Fee - £629
demonstrate by formal qualification or
financial studies and building services.
otherwise, a reasonable expectation of
Students can expect to spend £40 on
Year 1: successful completion of the chosen course
course materials.
Construction Technology: Substructure of unit(s). Admission to 1st year will be open
Site Administration to any applicant who has the following: Location
Quantitative Building Studies: A NQ in Building or equivalent and / or North Hanover Street Campus
Substructures and Drainage Relevant work experience as evidence of
Contact
Quantitative Building Studies: Floors and ability and / or
Roofs Is employed in a relevant job function in Mike Galbraith on 0141 566 6222, ext.4314
Estimating industry mike.galbraith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Quantity Surveying Practice
Dates
Year 2: One day per week over two years -
Standard Forms of Construction 1st Year: 23rd Aug 10 - 30th May 11 (Mon)
Contracts 2nd Year: 27th Aug 10 - 3rd June 11 (Fri)
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National Certificate in the Built Environment

Course Profile Construction Materials 2nd year: 25th Aug 10 - 1st June 11 (Wed)
This is a nationally validated award, which Mechanics Enrolment will take place on Mon 16th and
gives students an underpinning knowledge Modern Methods of Construction Wed 18th Aug 10 between 10am - 12noon
and fundamental understanding of the Sustainability and Building Performance and 2pm - 4pm in Room 206 at the North
building industry. It provides an insight Construction Administration Hanover Street Campus.
into the rules, responsibilities and duties Measurement and Costing
Construction Calculations Price
performed by the different parties in the
industry e.g. clerks of work, architects, Site Surveying 1st year: £412
engineers and surveyors; as well as a basic Drawing for Construction
Properties of Heat, Light and Sound Students can expect to spend £40 on
knowledge of construction techniques,
course materials.
materials, building services and contract Entry Requirements
procedures. Location
3 subjects at Ordinary or Standard Grade
Below is a list of the subjects on the course. in Mathematics, Science or English or North Hanover Street Campus
Each of the subjects is available on a stand- An alternative equivalent qualification or
Contact
alone basis. Suitable work experience as evidence of
ability Andrew Smillie on 0141 566 6222 ext.4406
Building Design Technology andrew.smillie@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Building Services Dates
Computer Aided Drawing One day per week over two years -
Health and Safety 1st year: 24th Aug 10 - 31st May 11 (Tues)
LEVEL 4 Chartered Institute of Housing Diploma

Course Profile Year 2: Price

The course provides practitioners with Housing Economics 1st Year: Individual Fee - £615
enhanced knowledge and understanding of Housing Law Employers Fee - £698
the structure, composition and operational Partnership Working in Housing 2nd Year: Individual Fee - £543
practices of the Social Housing Sector. Professional Practice Skills for Housing Employers Fee - £626
Students have the option to exit at the end Diversity for Housing
of 1st year with a Level 4 Certificate. Research for Housing Students can expect to spend £40 on
course materials.
Year 1: Dates
Housing and Society Location
One afternoon and early evening per week
Housing Policy over two years - North Hanover Street Campus
Customer Service for Housing 1st Year: 2nd Sep 10 - 2nd June 11 (Thurs)
Managing People Contact
2nd Year: 1st Sep 10 - 1st June 11 (Wed)
Estimating Hugh Mitchell on 0141 566 6222 ext.4231
Customer and Neighbourhood Services Enrolment takes place on the first day of the hugh.mitchell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Housing Management course.
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CAD: 2D 1
Course Profile Copying this file for new work 11 weeks on a Wednesday
(Unit No DW1E 34) Setting up a new file to accommodate the from 6pm - 9.15pm
desired contents 8th Sep 10 - 24th Nov 10
The unit is taught in a PC lab with current Preparation for the generation of CAD 19th Jan 11 - 30th Mar 11
specification, using software application models 13th Apr 11 - 22nd June 11
AutoCAD 2010. It is an introductory level Creating and modifying room plans
course. However, students should have using the command structure within the Price
basic knowledge of how to use a PC software £123
in a Windows environment and a basic The use of layers, layer colours and line
understanding of construction contexts, types when creating models Location
i.e. building regulations, would be Modifying the properties of entities. Lines, North Hanover Street Campus
advantageous. polygon figures and polylines
Contact
Plotting/printing models from model
The course includes: Gordon Kidd on 0141 566 6222, ext.4248
space
Use of the platform software to create Presenting models in paper space and gordon.kidd@glasgowmet.ac.uk
folders for file storage the use of layers through paper
File copying from drive to drive or folder
Generating suitable file names Dates
Creating CAD files 11 weeks on a Monday from 6pm - 9.15pm
6th Sep 10 - 29th Nov 10
Copying, moving, deleting, merging and
17th Jan 11 - 28th Mar 11
renaming files
Creating a template file with appropriate 11 weeks on a Tuesday from 6pm - 9.15pm
contents 12th Apr 11 - 21st June 11
CAD: Architectural 1
Course Profile Internal rooms/spaces within the 2D line Dates

(Unit No DW1D 34) diagram 11 weeks on a Thursday
3D conceptual development and from 6pm - 9.15pm
This intermediate level course is covered
representation of the 2D outline design 9th Sep 10 - 25th Nov 10
by a series of practice exercises and
Exterior and interior walls in 3D 20th Jan 11 - 31st Mar 11
demonstrations. As this is an SQA Unit,
Doors and windows into 3D walls 14th Apr 11 - 23rd June 11
assessment exercises will be attempted
through the course of the unit. Introduction Floors and appropriate roof(s) for the 3D
building Price
to CAD for Construction or CAD:2D 1
should have been completed prior to Stairs to the 3D building £123
starting this course. In addition, previous Fixture and fittings library
Appropriate symbols, notes, schedules Location
construction technology experience is
preferred. and annotation for Plan, Elevation and North Hanover Street Campus
Section drawings
The course includes: Multiple views of the completed 3D Contact
Line diagrams of a multi-level roomed building Gordon Kidd on 0141 566 6222, ext.4248
structure Print/plot the completed drawing gordon.kidd@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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CAD: 3D Modelling
Course Profile Create 3D surface models having both Dates

(Unit No DW13 34) - Double Credit straight and curved elements 22 weeks on a Wednesday
Display these models from above and from 6pm - 9.15pm
This advanced level course is covered
below 19th Jan 11 - 22nd June 11
by a series of practice exercises and
Create a composite solid model from
demonstrations. As this is an SQA Unit,
primitives Price
assessment exercises will be attempted
through the course of the unit. Intermediate Display a composite solid model in multi- £245
CAD for Construction or CAD: Architectural view layouts
Extract 2D drawing detail and mass Location
1 should have been completed prior to
starting this course. In addition, previous properties from a solid model composite North Hanover Street Campus
construction technology experience is Extract hidden detail from a multi-view
Contact
preferred. layout
Extract section detail from a multi-view Gordon Kidd on 0141 566 6222, ext.4248
The course includes: layout gordon.kidd@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Create a 3D wire-frame model Extract a first angle orthographic layout to
Display this model from above and below a given specification
Add linear, circular and angular Extract a third angle drawing layout to a
dimensions given specification
Taking Care of Older Buildings (Level 1)

Course Profile The course includes: Dates

Learn about maintenance and repair of older What homeowners and others working 11 weeks on a Tuesday from 6pm - 9pm
property in the West of Scotland. If you are with traditional building materials need to 12th Apr 11 - 21st June 11
a home owner or otherwise interested in know Price
maintenance and repair of older properties,
Repair and maintenance requirements of £150
you can learn about the traditional materials,
older buildings
their likely defects and various repair Location
techniques. This course is especially useful Traditional materials, likely defects and a
for owners of listed buildings and property in range of repair techniques
conservation areas. Areas covered include: Stonework; Contact
The course is presented by David T Martin Roofing; Brickwork; Rot; Concrete; Beetle Gordon Kidd on 0141 566 6222, ext.4248
MBE, BArch, RIBA, FRIAS, DipHisArt, an attack; Timber; Metalwork; Windows; gordon.kidd@glasgowmet.ac.uk
expert communicator and recognised leader Decorative Finishes; Doors and Planned
in building conservation. Maintenance.
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SVQ Level II and III Plastering (PDA Level 6)

Advanced Certificate Plastering (PDA Level 7)
Course Profile External Cement Work and Floors - Cast 1st Year: Aug 2010 to June 2011
Plastering - SVQ Level II and III: Cement Ballaster, Run Moulding In-situ (20 weeks in college)
Production of Curved Moulded 2nd Year: August 2010 to June 2011
This course progressively develops the
Plasterwork - Run Elliptical Panel (14 weeks in college)
appropriate hand skills and knowledge
Moulding and Arches
to allow students to work as a qualified Plastering Advanced Certificate:
Forming Architectural Features - Cast
plasterer; covering a range of topics Block release over one year.
fibrous plaster pediment to Columns
including tools and materials, fixing Aug 2010 - June 2011
Barrel and Vaulted work - Construct a
plasterboard, cornice work and moulds. reverse drum including lunette etc. (10 weeks in college)
All apprentices must have an employer in Repair and Restoration of Ornamental
the industry as on the job training and work Price
Plaster - Produce a length of flexible
based assessment are an essential part of Plastering - SVQ Level II - £1,887
moulding
the course. Plastering - SVQ Level III - £1,107
Modern Plastering Methods and
Plastering - Advanced Certificate - £852
Plastering - Advanced Certificate: Techniques - Fix dry lining, apply textured
finishes Location
The course develops and extends hand
skills and knowledge to a level recognised Dates Rogart Street Campus
within the industry as advanced in the area Plastering SVQ Level II and III: Contact
of plasterwork.
Block release for two years, time split John Halpin on 0141 566 6222 ext.4443
Subjects studied include: between college and on-site work. john.halpin@glasgowmet.ac.uk
SVQ Level II and III Stonemasonry (PDA Level 6)

Course Profile Cutting a return Head Dates

The course develops the appropriate hand Forming Openings Block release over two years.
skills and knowledge to allow students Return Mouldings and Ashlar Stop 1st year: Aug 2010 - June 2011
to work as a qualified Stonemason. The Craft Projects (20 weeks in college)
programme is ordered to progressively Build Solid Ashlar Walling 2nd year: Aug 2010 - June 2011
develop the appropriate hand skills and Set out and Build Masonry Arches (14 weeks in college)
knowledge to include: Fixing Natural Stone Cladding
Price
Cutting Straight and Circular Mouldings Building Circular and Battered Walls
Cleaning and Restoring Stone 1st year - £1,887
Snecked and Random Rubble
2nd year - £1,193
Stairs and Steps
In addition to the above practical units,
Surface Finishes Location
Produce Scale Drawings trainees will complete units in Drawing,
Rogart Street Campus
Cutting and Building Wrought Stone Science, Construction Studies and
Concrete Paths and Paving scaffolding as part of the overall programme Contact
Cut a Straight line through Moulding - all practical units within the programme John Halpin on 0141 566 6222 ext.4443
Cutting a plane Surface include Health and Safety. john.halpin@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Alec Keeper
Stonemasonry
I joined the Stonemasonry course at celebrating the life of Scots poet I have put everything into my course
Glasgow Met as a mature student. It Robert Burns; so I have been and have been lucky enough to be
took me two years to find an employer working with my fellow students and rewarded for my efforts. I have won
to sponsor me through the course lecturers to create a six foot stone Apprentice of the Year for the past two
but I got there eventually and it was pillar which bends in the shape of a years, and was recently nominated for
certainly worth the wait. I really enjoy VQ Learner of the Year. I cannot thank
ploughshare. The word ‘LUVE’ will
my course and everything we cover is the lecturers at Glasgow Met enough
also be chiselled out to represent the
relevant to the workplace. for their guidance and tuition. I’ve
old Scots word for ‘love’ which was gained so much knowledge on the
I’ve worked on several interesting frequently used by Burns in his work. course and I’m growing in confidence
projects recently including a stone This monument will form part of the all the time. I’m looking forward to
plaque for a sensory garden at new look Bridgeton Cross so it will be further developing my craft skills and
Gartnavel Hospital. I also won a great to see it in place and I hope the exploring other opportunities linked to
competition to design a monument community like it. Stonemasonry.
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Advanced Certificate Stonemasonry (PDA Level 7)

Course Profile Restoring, Conversing and Preserving Dates

The course extends and develops the skills stonework - identify cause and cost Block Release over one year:
restoration Aug 2010 - June 2011 (10 weeks in college)
and knowledge to a level recognised within
Machine Production of stone - Select
the industry as advanced in the area of Price
abrasives and cutting tools or operations
Stonemasonry.
Draughting and Template Developing - £852
Subjects studied include: Produce Scale drawings and use CAD
Bay Windows - Set out and build obtuse Location
Tracery Cutting - Prepare templates and
angled wall for a bay window Rogart Street Campus
cut tracery Circle on Circle - Prepare a full size
Interpenetration and Raking Mouldings drawing, apply templates and cut stone Contact
- Draw, prepare and cut a springer for Shoring minor operations - Outline dead John Halpin on 0141 566 6222 ext.4443
pediment shoring for openings in walls john.halpin@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Cladding - Produce a schedule and fix Setting out for domestic Construction -
cladding to backgrounds set out and establish levels from datum
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SVQ Level II and III Wall and Floor Tiling

(PDA Level 6)
Course Profile Pattern Work to Walls Price

The course introduces practical wall and Mosaic Work 1st year - £1,887
floor tiling skills in areas such as mosaics, Tiling to Stairways Craft Projects
adhesives and power tools. The programme Location
In addition to the above practical based
is ordered to progressively develop the units, trainees will complete units in Drawing, Rogart Street Campus
appropriate hand skills and knowledge to
Scaffold appreciation, Construction
include: Contact
studies (level III only) as part of the overall
Wall Fixing using Cement programme. All units within the programme John Halpin on 0141 566 6222 ext.4443
Isolating Joints and Movement Joints include Health and Safety issues. john.halpin@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Laying Floor Tiles
Dates
Setting out for Floor Tiles
Floor Screeding Block release over two years.
1st year: Aug 2010 - June 2011
Positioning and Fixing Ceramic Tiles
Cement Rendering (20 weeks in college)
Selection and Manufacture 2nd year: Aug 2010 - June 2011
Power Tools (12 weeks in college)
Advanced Certificate Wall and Floor Tiling

(PDA Level 7)
Course Profile Water Management in a Wall and Floor Price

The course extends and develops the skills Tiling Context £852
and knowledge to a level recognised within Application of High Density Materials
the industry as advanced in the area of Wall Location
Cutting and Shaping High Density
and Floor Tiling. Materials Rogart Street Campus
Subjects studied include: Professional Occupations within the
Construction Industry Contact
Specialist Cement Work
Ornamental and Traditional Wall and Floor John Halpin on 0141 566 6222 ext.4443
Dates john.halpin@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Tiling
Movement Control Systems Block Release over one year:
Acoustic Control Systems Aug 2010 - June 2011 (10 weeks in college)
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Decorative Painting, Graining and Marbling

Course Profile by attending further evening classes. Price

Here you will learn the art of imitating the All materials and equipment will be supplied £112
grain of wood and the patterns formed for use throughout the course. You may
in marble. You will also learn decorative Location
bring in personal items of your choice to
painting techniques such as rag rolling, North Hanover Street Campus
paint if you wish.
colour washing, sponge stippling bronzing
Contact
and how to create crackle effects in paint. Dates
Charlie Robertson on
On completion of the initial first 10 weeks 10 weeks on a Tuesday from 6pm - 9pm
0141 566 6222, ext.4171
course, students have the option to choose 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
charles.robertson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
specific areas of decorative painting, 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
Graining or Marbling and advance their skills 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
SVQ Level II Decorative Floorlaying

Course Profile Dates Location

The course introduces practical decorative Block release for two years. Rogart Street Campus
floor laying skills in areas such as products, 1st and 2nd year: up to 4 separate classes Contact
trims and surface finishings. All apprentices running with different attendance patterns
must have an employer in the industry Charlie Robertson on
Aug 10 - June 11
as on-the-job training and work based 0141 566 6222, ext.4171
assessments are essential parts of the Price charles.robertson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
course. 1st year: £597 - £1,887
2nd year: £256 - £426
SVQ Level II and III Shopfitting

Course Profile training and work based assessments are Location

essential parts of the course. Rogart Street Campus
This course provides knowledge and
understanding of the practical and Dates
Contact
technical aspects of shopfitting, including Block release for two years.
manufacturing shopfitting products, installing Charlie Robertson on
1st year: Aug 10 - June 11 0141 566 6222, ext.4171
internal shopfitting frames, fitments and
2nd year: Aug 10 - June 11 charles.robertson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
furnishings, installing external shopfronts
and finishings. All apprentices must have an Price
employer in the industry as on-the-job 2nd year: £1278
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PDA Advanced Craft Shopfitting

Course Profile Workshop and Site Setting Out; Design and Location
The programme will develop the trainee’s Manufacture. Rogart Street Campus
skills and knowledge to an advanced level Dates Contact
recognised within the Shopfitting trade.
Block release for one year.
This will include - Manufacture of Specialist Sep 10 - June 11 Charlie Robertson on
Doors, Commercial Fixtures and High Class 0141 566 6222, ext.4171
Fitment; High Class Finishings; Installation Price charles.robertson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
of Ironmongery a Shopfitting Component; £852
Our choice is
School of Communication and Media
Individual Fee and an Employers Need (e.g. mobility issue, medical
English For Speakers of Other
Fee. The Employers fee may be condition, sensory impairment)
Languages (ESOL) / Languages /
Music / Journalism / Radio and TV /
Personal Development / ICT /
reports. Team.
Photography / Printing
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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

The College offers courses from Access 2 to Higher. We accept all levels of English. When you arrive you will be given an English test to allow
us to find out your level of English and place you in an appropriate class.
Course Course Content

Access 2 and Citizenship Stage 1 ABC Beginners. You will be able to:
Units studied: Use and understand simple common
F1AF08: A introduction to beginners English words, phrases and numbers in English
Literacies
Access 2 and Citizenship Stage 2 High Beginners. You will be able to: Dates
Units studied: Understand basic instructions Evening:
F1AF08: A introduction to beginners English Take part in basic conversations One year, three evenings (Tuesday,
Literacies Wednesday and Thursday) per week,
Write notes and complete basic forms 5.45pm - 9pm.
DV3408: Everyday communications
7th Sep 10 - 23rd June 11
Access 2 and Citizenship Stage 3 Elementary. You will be able to:
Units studied: Complete forms in English Day Release:
F1AD08: Transactional contexts Take part in conversations about work Monday - Friday (5 days)
F1AE08: Work and study related contexts and study
9am - 12.15pm or 1.15pm - 4.30pm
Listen to and read English in general
situations 30th Aug 10 - 17th June 11
Access 3 and Citizenship Pre-intermediate. You will be able to:

Price
Units studied: Take part in conversations about work
and study Evening
F1AD09: Transactional contexts
Listen to and read English in general This course is free (except if you have
F1AE010: Work and study related contexts a student visa, then the course price is
situations
£1,925).
Write simple emails with personal
information
Day Release
Intermediate 1 and Citizenship Intermediate. You will be able to:
This course is free (except if you have
Units studied: Speak and write about work and study. a student visa, then the course price is
DV3412: Everyday communications Use English for everyday communications £3,500).
F1AE10: Work and Study related contexts Read information and articles on familiar
subjects. Contact
Write e-mails or make notes on familiar Evening Courses:
subjects.
Fiona Balloch on 0141 566 6222 ext.1659
Intermediate 2 Upper Intermediate. You will be able to: fiona.balloch@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Units studied: Speak and write about work and study
Day Courses:
DV3411: Everyday communications Use English for everyday communication
David Cullen 0141 566 6222 ext.1630
DV3511: Work related contexts Read information and articles on familiar
david.cullen@glasgowmet.ac.uk
subjects
Write emails or make notes on familiar
subjects Location
Cathedral Street Campus
Higher Advanced. You will be able to:
Units studied: Speak and write about work
DV3412: Everyday communications Speak fluently in meetings and
DV3612: Study related contexts discussions
Read academic and work texts quickly
Write work related documents
Write study related essays
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Course Course Content Dates

Beginner and Elementary You will be able to: 2 x 10 week blocks and
1 x 8 week block on a Saturday
Write simple English
9.30am - 12.45pm.
Understand basic instructions or take part
in a basic conversation 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
22nd Jan - 26th Mar
Write notes and complete basic forms 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
Pre-Intermediate and above You will be able to:
Give opinions Price
Take part in conversations about work This course is free (except if you have a
and study student visa, please contact Finance Office
on 0141 566 4125).
Listen to and read English in general
situations
Write short simple emails with personal Contact
information Fiona Balloch on 0141 566 6222 ext.1659
fiona.balloch@glasgowmet.ac.uk
ESOL writing 1/2 You will learn how to:
This course is at Location
Write clearly and legibly
Beginners - Pre-Intermediate level Cathedral Street and North Hanover Street
Organise your paragraphs well Campuses
Organise your sentences well
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ESOL for College Courses

Course Profile Speaking and writing academic study. Price

Students applying for this course must be Listening and reading for success on your To be confirmed - please contact Finance
HN and NC course Office on 0141 566 4125
enrolled on a vocational course (not an
Grammar and vocabulary
ESOL course) at Glasgow Metropolitan Location
Pronunciation
College.
Cathedral Street Campus
You study this course with your vocational Dates
NC or HN course at the college. This course Monday - Friday (5 days) Contact
helps you to improve your English and 12.15pm - 1.15pm. One class per week. David Cullen 0141 566 6222 ext.1630
succeed in your assessments. 30th Aug 10 - 17th June 11 david.cullen@glasgowmet.ac.uk
ESOL Literacy

This course is for men and women who are Monday to Thursday mornings, North Hanover Street Campus
complete beginners in English language 30th Aug 10 - 23rd June 11
Contact
(ESOL) and may have difficulties with
Price For further course information:
reading and writing in their first language.
Students will be taught the basics in To be confirmed - please contact Finance Maggie Thomson on
reading, writing, reading, speaking and Office on 0141 566 4125 0141 566 6222 ext.439
listening in English. margaret.thomson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Victoria Blair on 0141 566 6222 ext.4207
victoria.blair@glasgowmet.ac.uk
ESOL Media

This part time course is for women with 11 weeks every morning (Mon - Fri). North Hanover Street Campus
English as a Second or Other Language 6th Sep 10 - 19th Nov 10
Contact
(ESOL) who wish to improve their reading, 17th Jan 11 - 25th Mar 11
writing, listening, speaking and grammar 11th Apr 11 - 17th June 11 For further course information:
skills. During the course, students will also Maggie Thomson on
Price 0141 566 6222 ext.4391
be given the opportunity to learn how to
take simple digital photographs, make a This course is free (except if you have a margaret.thomson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
short radio programme, create their own student visa, please contact Finance Office
Victoria Blair on 0141 566 6222 ext.4207
newsletter and learn about Citizenship. on 0141 566 4125).
victoria.blair@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Students should be at pre-intermediate level
at enrolment.
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Modern Greek
Course Profile Your teacher will recommend a coursebook Price

No knowledge of Greek is required as this for you to buy. The courses are taught using £110 - 10 week course
a variety of student-centred methods and £88 - 8 week course
is a beginner’s level course. You will learn
learning materials and encourage you to
how to: Location
speak with one another in the language.
Understand basic instructions such as
Dates North Hanover Street Campus
directions
Take part in a basic conversation such as 2 x 10 week blocks Contact
talking about yourself and 1 x 8 week block on a Saturday For further course information:
Read simple Greek such as shop signs from 9.30am - 12.45pm Fiona Balloch on 0141 566 6222 ext.1659
and menus 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10 fiona.balloch@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Obtain services such as booking rooms, 22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
buying tickets and ordering food 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
Italian 1 and 2
Course Profile You will learn how to: 8 weeks on a Sat 9.30am - 12.45pm
Italian 1 Speak and write about work and study 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
No knowledge of Italian is required as this is Use Italian for everyday communication Italian 2
a beginner’s level course. Understand instructions or public 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 5.45pm - 9pm
announcements
You will learn how to: 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Read routine information and articles on
18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
Write simple Italian familiar subjects
12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
Understand basic instructions or take part Write emails or letters or make notes on
in a basic conversation familiar subjects Price
Write notes and complete basic forms You must buy the course book Italian Italian 1 - £110 - 10 week course
You must buy the course book Italian (Teach Yourself) (Paperback) by Lydia £88 - 8 week course
(Teach Yourself) (Paperback) by Lydia Vellaccio, Maurice Elston and Lydia Elston. Italian 2 - £110
Vellaccio, Maurice Elston and Lydia Elston. The courses are taught using a variety of
student-centred methods and learning Location
The courses are taught using a variety of
materials and you will be encouraged to Cathedral Street and North Hanover Street
student-centred methods and learning
speak with one another in the language. Campuses
materials and you will be encouraged to
speak with one another in the language. Contact
Dates
Italian 2 Italian 1 For further course information:
You must have competence in Basic Italian 10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.45pm Fiona Balloch on 0141 566 6222 ext.1659
as this course is at Pre Intermediate / 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10 fiona.balloch@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Intermediate level. 22nd Jan - 26th Mar
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Spanish 1, 2 and 3
Course Profile Write emails or letters or make notes on Spanish 3

Spanish 1 familiar subjects 10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30 - 12.45
No knowledge of Spanish is required as this 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
You may choose to buy a recommended 22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
is a beginner’s level course. coursebook to supplement the course
You will learn how to: materials. The courses are taught using 8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30 - 12.45
Speak and understand basic Spanish a variety of student-centred methods 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
Understand basic instructions or take part and learning materials and you will be
Price
in a basic conversation encouraged to speak with one another in
the language. Spanish 1 - £110
Write notes and complete basic forms
Spanish 2 - £110
You may choose to buy a recommended Spanish 3
This course builds on the skills and Spanish 3 - £110 - 10 week course
coursebook to supplement the course £88 - 8 week course
materials. The courses are taught using knowledge developed earlier and includes:
a variety of student-centred methods Developing complex conversational Location
and learning materials and you will be Spanish Cathedral Street and North Hanover Street
encouraged to speak with one another in Reading complex information Campuses
the language.
Dates Contact
Spanish 2 Spanish 1 For further course information:
You must have competence in Basic 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 5.45pm - 9pm Fiona Balloch on 0141 566 6222 ext.1659
Spanish as this course is at Pre Intermediate 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10 fiona.balloch@glasgowmet.ac.uk
/ Intermediate level. 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
You will learn how to: 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
Use Spanish for everyday communication Spanish 2
Understand instructions or public 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 5.45pm - 9pm
announcements 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Read routine information and articles on 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
familiar subjects 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
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Level 1 Certificate British Sign Language (CACDP)

Course Profile By the end of the course candidates should of a dialogue between the tutor and the
Unit 1 - Introduction to BSL be able to: candidate. Unit 2 and 3 assessment will take
Unit 2 - Conversational BSL Identify and use simple, commonly the form of a 5 minute conversation with the
used expressions, question forms and candidate on a topic supplied by CACDP.
Unit 3 - BSL at School, College or Work.
conventions associated with BSL Dates
The 3 unit structure benefits learners by Request and provide information
31 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm
allowing them to gain the qualification in appropriate to the context
17th Aug 10 - 26th Apr 11
bite-sized chunks. Learners who complete Articulate (pronounce) the language
clearly enough so that a sympathetic Price
a unit and do not wish to proceed to the
native user of the language would £281
full award can apply for a certificate for that
understand questions and contributions.
unit. Candidates successfully completing all Location
three units will be awarded the full Level 1 Tutors will use roleplay to help students North Hanover Street Campus
Certificate in BSL. This beginner’s course will practice their language skills. Considerable
enable candidates to communicate with practice opportunities are built in to facilitate Contact
deaf people in BSL about familiar, day-to- full development of signing skills. Each unit Student Services on 0141 566 6216
day topics and activities. will be assessed with Unit 1 taking the form studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Level 2 Certificate British Sign Language (CACDP)

Course Profile By the end of the course candidates should presentation on a chosen theme and Unit 3
Unit 1 - Receptive be able to: demonstrate grammatical will take the form of a signed conversation
Unit 2 - Productive principles clearly and correctly; demonstrate with the candidate on a topic supplied by
Unit 3 - Dialogue / Conversation a range of vocabulary; convey information CACDP.
accurately and correctly; participate in BSL
The 3 unit structure benefits learners by Dates
conversation without frequent repetition
allowing them to gain the qualification in or misunderstanding; clearly understand 37 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 8.30pm
bite-sized chunks. Learners who complete a signed narrative; respond accurately 19th Aug 10 - 9th June 11
a unit and do not wish to proceed to the to signed questions and to describe Price
full award can apply for a certificate for that the content of a series of pictures using
unit. Candidates successfully completing £368
BSL. Tutors will use role play to help
all three units will be awarded the full Level students practise their language skills and Location
2 Certificate in BSL. This course will enable considerable practise time is built in to
candidates who have completed the BSL North Hanover Street Campus
facilitate full development of signing skills.
Level 1 Certificate in BSL (or equivalent) to Contact
develop an ability to communicate with deaf Each unit will be assessed; Unit 1
Student Services on 0141 566 6216
people in a range of familiar contexts by assessment will take the form of multiple-
participating in longer and more openended choice questions about a signed narrative,
exchanges. Unit 2 assessment will take the form of a
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English Higher
We offer two courses leading up the English The Exam Preparation course is designed The Complete Course includes the three
Higher exam in May: for those who have completed the component units (NABS) as well as the
component units (NABS) and wish to final exam. It begins in September and
improve their result in the final exam. It lasts the whole academic year.
begins in January and runs until the exam
in May.
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English Higher Exam Preparation

Course Profile Entry Requirements Price

This course is intended for candidates who Candidates should already have attained £107
have already passed the componenent the component units of the NQ English
Location
units (NABS) and wish to prepare for the Higher course (Language Study, Literary
English Higher external examination in Study and Personal Study) or should be North Hanover Street Campus
May 2011. The course will cover revision currently studying towards them. Contact
of the essential skills required in the
Dates Student Services on 0141 566 6216
external examination. It will focus mainly on
Close Reading and Critical Essay writing 17 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
techniques. Candidates will also have the 11th Jan 11 - 3rd May 11
option of sitting a preliminary exam prior to
the real exam.
English Higher
Course Profile Students will also develop skills in oral be expected to have attained one of the
Course C11512 presentation that will enable them to deliver following before beginning the course:
This course covers the three internally a spoken critical response based on their Standard Grade English at Credit Level
assessed component units in the SQA study. Throughout the course, students Intermediate 2 English at A or B
English Higher course: will develop all aspects of communication
through listening, discussions, reading and Dates
D8VH 12 English: Language Study - will writing. Language Study
give the student the opportunity to develop 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm.
the skills required for reading and analysing Whilst the majority of texts will be provided,
candidates will be expected to purchase Literary Study
a variety of information and literary texts. 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm-9pm.
Students will also have the opportunity to some essential texts to a maximum total of
£25.00. Personal Study
develop and practice different writing styles.
10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm.
D8VJ 12 English: Literary Study - requires Important Notice: The successful
8th Sep 10 - 4th May 11
the student to develop skills in reading completion of this class will lead to SQA
literary texts of a recognised quality. certification of the component units required Price
Students will develop skills that will enable for the English Higher. Students wishing to £242
them to respond in different ways to texts gain full certification of the English Higher
must also sit the external SQA exam in May Location
studied in class and unseen texts.
2011. North Hanover Street Campus
D8VL 12 English: Personal Study (Spoken
Response) - will give the student the Entry Requirements Contact
opportunity to select from a variety of texts Entry to the course is at the discretion of the Student Services on 0141 566 6216
or topics and to develop their analysis skills. College, candidates will normally studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Guitar Skills - Beginners 1

Course Profile Dates 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10

Learn the basic skills of playing the acoustic 10 weeks on a Tuesday 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
guitar. The course is for beginners who wish Group A: 6pm - 7.30pm 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
to develop their skills for enjoyment. The Group B: 7.30pm - 9pm
Price
course will cover the following: Guitar tuning, 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
£90
fret board notes, chord shapes, strumming 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
technique, awareness of rhythm, changing 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 Location
chords; Learn to play accompaniment to a North Hanover Street Campus
10 weeks on a Wednesday
variety of songs and tempos; performance
Group A: 6pm - 7.30pm Contact
of popular songs; Learn different scales and
Group B: 7.30pm - 9pm
finger strength exercises. Students should Student Services on 0141 566 6216
bring their acoustic guitar. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Guitar Skills - Intermediate

Course Profile Guitar Skills Beginners 1 class. Students are Price

This course will act as either a direct follow advised to bring their own acoustic guitar. £90
on for students who progress suitably Dates Location
enough from the Guitar Skills Beginners 1
10 weeks on a Monday 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
class, or for guitarists wishing some further
6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10
practice. The course will cover songs of Contact
17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
an intermediate level featuring both barre
and open chords, performance of popular Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Group A: 6pm - 7.30pm
songs as well as different tunings and studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Group B: 7.30pm - 9pm
different strumming techniques covered in
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Bass Guitar for Beginners

Course Profile basic understanding of guitar or piano, Price

The course will take the student from being although even an absolute beginner would £90
a complete novice, to having a thorough still be able to pick up the technique of bass Students can expect to spend £10 on
playing. Amp not required, but please bring course materials
understanding of the instrument, being
along your bass guitar.
able to play competently, and to compose Location
his or her own bass parts. A variety of Dates
genres, such as rock, blues, country and 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
jazz will be explored and an introduction to 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10 Contact
chords and music will also be undertaken. 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Students would benefit from having some 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Our choice is
Saxophone for
Beginners
William Frew
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Saxophone for Beginners

Course Profile melodies. If you have a sax and would like Price
This sax course is intended for people to play at a basic level, you’ll find the course £90
who would like to learn to play sax, but is an invaluable introduction to proficient
don’t know where to begin. Over a ten playing. Bring along your saxophone. Location
week period, students learn how to blow North Hanover Street Campus
Dates
the instrument, the keys to press, and the
10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm Contact
basic technique of sax playing. The aim of
the course is to make it possible for those 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
with no experience in music to be able to 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
play songs and sax riffs, and to read simple 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
Introduction to Music Technology: Cubase

Course Profile students sharing a keyboard and PC. This Price

This course will provide an overview of the course will also help people learn how to £90
main functions available within the Cubase construct songs.
music program, ranging from how to use Location
Students should bring along a USB memory
the transport panels to using a music mixer. stick of at least 1GB. North Hanover Street Campus
Students will have the opportunity to explore
Dates Contact
the software through a range of practical
exercises on PC and electronic keyboard. 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Students will also be introduced to basic 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
keyboard skills in this context. The class will 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
be delivered on the basis of no more than 2 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
Introduction to Music Technology: Logic Pro

Course Profile sharing a keyboard and Mac. Price

This course will offer students the Students should bring along a USB memory £90
opportunity to learn how to record, edit, stick of at least 1GB.
arrange and mix their own compositions. It Location
will also explain and demonstrate practical Dates North Hanover Street Campus
uses of the vast array of effect plug-ins, soft
10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm Contact
synths and guitar amps within Logic Pro
9, covering all aspects necessary in digital 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
music production. The class will be delivered 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
on the basis of no more than 2 students 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
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National Union of Journalists Course (NUJ)

Course Profile Dates Contact

The college runs a series of specialist On Request James Wilson on 0141 566 6222, ext.4288
courses on behalf of the National Union of Price james.wilson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Journalists on a day release and evening
On Request
basis. These range from subediting to
QuarkXPress, Indesign and shorthand Location
programmes. North Hanover Street Campus
Citizen Journalism
How to harness the power of the web to democratic implications of citizen journalism Price
connect with the media and its audience. will be addressed and the course will finish £90
“Crowd-sourcing”, “user-generated”… with a practical project where you get the Contact
find out what these terms actually mean chance to put your newfound skills and
in an introduction to Citizen Journalism. knowledge into practice.
Investigate real life examples of where Dates
ordinary people actually made the news.
In this course you will learn how to blog 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
and upload pictures and videos to sites 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
like YouTube. Social, ethical, political, 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
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Introduction to Digital Video


This is a practical course in which students 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
have the opportunity to plan, shoot and edit 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Contact
their own videos. The course is ideal for 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
prospective full time students and for those 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
who would like to improve their own videos. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Price
Students will use digital cameras supplied
by the college and edit footage using Final £90
Cut Pro. Students will be expected to buy course
materials costing approx. £10.
Introduction to Sound Editing

Course Profile Students should bring along a USB memory Price

This course will provide an overview of the stick of at least 1GB. £90
main functions available within the Adobe Dates Location
Audition sound editing program, ranging
10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
from how to capture audio to mixing
multi-track sessions. Students will have the Contact
opportunity to explore the software through
12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
a range of practical exercises on PC and
using digital sound recorders. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
An Introduction to Podcasting
The power of the Podcast has grown hugely with the skills and confidence to CAPTURE, Price
in recent years and has given everyone the EDIT and SHARE what you want to say
£90
chance to voice their opinion to an open and through the empowering audio medium of
wide reaching audience. a podcast. Location
Whatever your background, whether you Dates North Hanover Street Campus
are an aspiring DJ or maybe a member 10 weeks on a Thursday , 6pm - 9pm
Contact
of a community organisation wanting to 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
share some of your good work with the 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
online world, this course will provide you 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Our choice is
Introduction to
Digital Video
Rhona Simpson and Paul Pritchard

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An Introduction to Radio Broadcasting

Course Profile The course will appeal to those who have Price
This course is designed for people who experience of other media who would like £90
would like to try making speech based to develop their broadcast skills and those
who simply love radio and would like to Location
radio programmes. It will cover the basics
of sound recording and editing but also discover what it is like to actually make the North Hanover Street Campus
include writing for radio, preparing radio programmes they enjoy.
Contact
programmes and a basic introduction to Dates
using a radio studio. Student Services on 0141 566 6216
10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Students will use digital recording equipment 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
and use the sound editing program Adobe 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
Audition. They will also have access to our 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
digital broadcast studio.
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Final Cut Pro: An Introduction

Course Profile Audio editing Dates

This is an introductory course focusing on Finishing and final output 10 weeks on a Thursday 6pm - 9pm
editing video using the industry-standard The course allows the students to observe 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
software application ‘Apple Final Cut Pro’. demonstrations and work through related 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
The course will follow the Apple-approved 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
exercises using professionally shot footage.
courseware book called ‘Final Cut Pro’ and
this book cost is included in the price of the This course is for anyone with a hobby or Price
course. professional interest in digital video editing £187 (includes books)
and knowledge of the Apple Mac operating
The course covers the following areas: Location
system would be useful. This course is ideal
Basic setup for anyone who works, or wishes to work, in North Hanover St Campus
Adjusting and customising preferences creative industries.
and settings Contact
Capturing video and audio Students are advised that they have to For further course information:
Editing and trimming techniques provide a storage memory device, eg USB Paul Riddell on 0141 566 6222 Ext.4361
Ripple, roll, slip and slide tools memory stick. paul.riddell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Final Cut Pro: Advanced

Course Profile Mastering filters and dynamic effects Dates

This is an in-depth course focusing on many Nesting sequences 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
advanced techniques and features available Colour correction 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
within the Final Cut Pro 7 application. The Project management 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
course will follow the Apple-approved The teaching aspect of the course allows Price
courseware book called ‘Final Cut Pro 7, the students to observe demonstrations
Beyond the Basics’ by Michael Wohl and £187 (includes books)
and work through related exercises using
the cost of this book is included in the price
professionally shot footage. Location
of the course.
This course is designed for anyone with North Hanover St Campus
Note - This course is NOT for beginners. If
a hobby or professional interest in digital Contact
you are new to using Final Cut Pro software,
you should attend the course ‘Final Cut Pro: video editing and knowledge of the Apple
For further course information:
An Introduction’ first. Mac operating system and the Final Cut Pro
Paul Riddell on 0141 566 6222 ext.4361
software is essential. This course is ideal for
The course covers the following areas: paul.riddell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
anyone who works in creative industries.
Accelerating workflow and trimming edits
Multicamera editing Students are advised that they have to
Sound editing and sound mixing provide a storage memory device, eg USB
Advanced compositing memory stick.
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Speaking Confidently in Public

Course Profile listeners is held. Fellow class members Price

As many people feel anxious when they provide a sympathetic audience, creating an
£65
environment which is optimal for Speaking
have to speak in front of a group at work, or
Confidently in Public. Location
at social occasions, this class is designed to
help increase confidence in public speaking. Dates North Hanover Street Campus
You will learn to feel more relaxed, and 8 weeks on a Saturday, 10am - 12pm
Contact
to express your thoughts by using your 2nd Oct 10 - 27th Nov 10
voice flexibly, as well as finding out how to 22nd Jan 11 - 12 Mar 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
write a speech so that the interest of your 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Break into Writing for a Living

Course Profile
This course is for anyone who would like
to break into writing for a living. The course
will cover styles of writing for a range of
topics such as health, lifestyle, business,
obituary reviews as well as hard news
stories. Students will learn interviewing skills,
organising information, finding the ‘hook’
and pitching their story to an editor and
coming up with fresh and captivating ideas
as well as how to spot a potential story or
feature. Students will also learn about the
dynamics of freelancing, organising your
time and workspace and the discipline and
routine of being a self-employed writer.
Dates
Price
£90
Location
Contact
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Introduction to Computers - Beginners

Course Profile This course is for anyone who wishes 8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
This is a course for complete beginners, to learn the basics of using a computer. 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
providing a gentle and supportive Students are advised that they have to Price
introduction to using a computer. The provide a storage memory device, eg USB £105 - 10 week course
course covers: memory stick. £84 - 8 week course
Getting to know the computer Dates Location
De-mystifying computers
10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover St Campus
How they work
The role of the operating system Contact
Working with files and directories For further course information:
Presenting information using word 10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm Sandra McDowall on
processing, spreadsheets and graphics 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10 0141 566 6222, ext.4414
Finding information using the Internet 22nd Jan 11- 26th Mar 11 sandra.mcdowall@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Introduction to Computers - Intermediate

Course Profile layout, slide transition and animation, Dates

This is a follow-on course for candidates inserting pictures, inserting/deleting 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm
who have completed the course and moving slides 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Introduction to Computers - Beginners. It is Microsoft Access - Creating tables, 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
also suitable for those with basic computing creating queries, forms and reports. 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
skills who wish to develop their skills further. Using the Internet and on-line
communications. Price
The course covers: £105
This course is for anyone who has
Microsoft Word - styles and formatting,
completed the course Introduction Location
cut/copy text, tables/columns, word art
to Computers (Beginners) or is fairly North Hanover St Campus
and mail merge
comfortable with using the basics of a
Microsoft Excel - format cells, print area, Contact
computer system. Students are advised
formulas, copying formulas, sorting data,
that they have to provide a storage memory For further course information:
charts
device, eg USB memory stick. Sandra McDowall on
Microsoft Powerpoint - Slide design and
0141 566 6222, ext.4414
sandra.mcdowall@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Learn to Touch Type


This is a course aimed at the complete 8 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8.30pm North Hanover St Campus
beginner which will allow you to say 6th Sep 10 - 8th Nov 10
Contact
goodbye to one-finger typing. The course 17th Jan 11 - 7th Mar 11
covers: For further course information:
Price Sandra McDowall on
Learn home keys £72 0141 566 6222, ext.4414
Speed development sandra.mcdowall@glasgowmet.ac.uk
IC3 (Internet and Computing Core Certification)

Course Profile supplied within the cost of the course, along Price
This is the starting point for the Microsoft IT with one sitting of the online test. £160 per block (includes books and online
Academy Programme and the certification This course is presented as an entry level to exam)
is IC3 (Internet and Computing Core certification and would be ideal for anyone
who has completed either the Introduction Location
Certification). This IC3 programme consists
of the following three areas: to Computers (Beginners) or the Introduction North Hanover St Campus
Computing Fundamentals to Computers (Intermediate) course.
Contact
Key Applications Students are advised that they have to
Living Online provide a storage memory device, eg USB
memory stick. Sandra McDowall on
This course is for the novice IT user and 0141 566 6222, ext.4414 or
covers the main areas of computing literacy. Dates sandra.mcdowall@glasgowmet.ac.uk
You would be expected to cover one course 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
book with the on-line test each teaching 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
block over the academic year. Each block, 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
the published book is purchased and 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
Sheena Walker
Microsoft Certified Application Specialist
I’m a Senior Personnel Assistant at PowerPoint, Excel, Access and I really enjoyed the experience of
Glasgow Met and the course has Outlook - and I’d recommend it to learning new skills and meeting
made my job so much easier. anyone in a similar position. The fact people I wouldn’t have met otherwise.
it’s recognised worldwide is another The lecturers were also really helpful.
Most of my work is Microsoft Office
reason.
based so when the college recently It’s given me a taste for more. Maybe
upgraded to the latest version of Each package is covered by a book, next time I’ll do a part-time leisure
the software I didn’t want to be left which is supplied by the college. It course, something unrelated to my
behind. was hard at times to combine my job, so we’ll see how that goes.
work and studies but the course is
The MCAS qualification covers the
flexible so I was able to fit it around
packages of Microsoft Office - Word,
my life.
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Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS)

Course Profile application, provides a valid and reliable Students are advised that they have to
The MCAS (Microsoft Certified Application measure of technical proficiency and provide a storage memory device, eg USB
Specialist) qualification is the global standard expertise by evaluating the candidate’s memory stick.
of achievement for each of the Microsoft comprehension and ability to use advanced
Dates
Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft features.
Excel applications. This award, offered at 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
For each one of the three Microsoft software 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
Specialist level, covers Microsoft Office
applications, you are required to undertake 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
2007 products, is designed for anyone who
one course, which covers one of the 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
wishes to move their skills and knowledge
applications, over a 10 week period, and
forward in this area and wants to gain a
successfully achieve the online examination Price
certification that is recognised worldwide.
This course also offers a CPD (Continual where you will become a Microsoft Certified £170 (includes books and online exam)
Professional Development)/obtain a formal Application Specialist in that particular
application. Location
qualification opportunity and could help North Hanover St Campus
career advancement by giving the general IT The published book is purchased and
skills that an employer needs. supplied with the cost of the course, as is Contact
To become a Microsoft Certified Application one on-line presentation of the examination. For further course information:
Specialist you are required to achieve one This course is presented as a CPD/obtain Sandra McDowall on
specialist online certification examination a formal qualification opportunity and is 0141 566 6222, ext.4414
for each of the three Microsoft software ideal for anyone who is fairly competent sandra.mcdowall@glasgowmet.ac.uk
applications you wish to cover from the with using a computer, and the Microsoft
available list. Each application is individually applications, in an office or business
certified, and the examination, for each environment.
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Google Sketchup
Course Profile Demonstrate stickiness of geometry Students are advised that they have to
SketchUp enables you to draw using a Create 3D geometry provide a storage memory device, eg USB
familiar pencil and paper paradigm in a View a model in 3D memory stick. It is envisaged that a student
software context. This course provides Create surfaces from lines in 3D has undertaken previous computer courses.
students with an excellent choice for Demonstrate stickiness of geometry in 3D Dates
learning to use SketchUp. This course is Create geometry with the push-pull tool
10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
intended for students with little or no 3D Move entities to manipulate geometry
drawing or SketchUp experience, but who Maintain coplanar geometry
want to start to create 3D models using Connect and generate forms Price
Google SketchUp. Google SketchUp Pro Lock an inference £105
7 has a suite of powerful features and Generate forms quickly
applications for design and engineering Location
Restore a surface
professionals. You can redecorate your North Hanover St Campus
Create a model, step-by-step
living room, design a new piece of furniture,
Mirror a model Contact
model your city for Google Earth, create
a park for your local area then export an Create an array For further course information:
animation and share it, eg on YouTube. Apply Materials Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Create 3D Text mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Upon completion of this course, you should Import component models from Google
be able to - 3D Warehouse
Create 2D geometry (in a 3D environment) Alter a model using built-in Styles
Create surfaces from lines / circles / Position and export models to Google
polygons / arcs / freehand curves Earth
Microsoft Project 2007

Course Profile Manipulating Resources to Modify the Dates

This short course is aimed at introducing Project Schedule 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
students to the fundamentals of Microsoft’s Creating Base and Resource Calendars 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
project management software ‘Project’ Generating Reports
Price
(version 2007). This software can be used
to manage projects as simple as organising The course allows the students to observe £105
a trip abroad, to complex tasks such as demonstrations and work through project
Location
starting a new business. The course covers management scenarios. Students will be
North Hanover St Campus
the following areas: able to test their skills by undertaking mini
Initiating a Project Schedule case studies, encompassing all of the skills Contact
Entering Project Stages, Sub-Tasks, and used throughout the course. For further course information:
Milestones Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Determining Task Constraints Students are advised that they have to mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Establishing Task Dependencies provide a storage memory device, eg USB
Creating and Assigning a Pool of memory stick. It is envisaged that a student
Resources has undertaken previous computer courses.
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Microsoft Visio Professional 2007

Course Profile Adding Text, Callouts and Annotations Dates

This short course is aimed at introducing Setting-up Pages 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
students to the basics of Microsoft Visio Using Layers 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
Professional 2007. Visio makes creating Creating Flow/Organisational Charts
Creating IT and Networking Diagrams Price
drawings and diagrams easy, and allows
you to visualize, explore, and communicate The course allows the students to observe £130 (includes books)
complex information. Go from complicated demonstrations and work through project Location
text and tables that are hard to understand management scenarios. Students will be
to Visio diagrams that communicate North Hanover St Campus
able to test their skills through completion of
information at a glance. The course covers set practical tasks. Contact
the following areas:
Students are advised that they have to For further course information:
Using Stencils provide a storage memory device, eg USB Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Working With Shapes memory stick. mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Certified Internet Webmaster (Associate)

Course Profile This course is aimed at the novice and the Students are advised that they have to
This course is an internationally accepted web developer who wishes to undertake provide a storage memory device, eg USB
certification for those who wishing to master a formal qualification. This is the first of a memory stick.
number of courses that leads to a higher
the fundamental knowledge and skills Dates
level of expertise in the web development
required to work in an Internet technology-
area. One of the progression routes from 22 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
enabled environment. The fundamental
this course would be the Certified Internet 20th Jan 11 - 23rd June 11
skills include basic knowledge of Internet Webmaster (Site Designer).
technologies such as web browsers, FTP The published books are purchased and Price
and e-mail, web page authoring using supplied with the cost of the course. £347 (includes books)
Extensible Hypertext Mark-up Language However,, the on-line examination has
(XHTML), basic infrastructure networking not been included and can be purchased Location
and project management. from one of many testing centres when the North Hanover St Campus
candidate is ready to undertake it.
This course covers three areas as follows - Contact
If a student achieves the CIW Associate,
Internet Business Foundations CIW Site Designer and the CIW For further course information:
Site Development Foundations e-Commerce Designer then they will Dug Liddle on 0141 566 4240
Network Technology Foundations become a Master CIW Designer. douglas.liddle@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Certified Internet Webmaster (Site Designer)

Course Profile The target audience for this course This course is aimed at web developers who
This course is the second part of the CIW would include - web authors; marketing have either had experience in a commercial
suite of internationally recognised vendor and communications professionals; PR setting or previously undertaken a formal
qualifications. Design Methodology and professionals; webmasters; graphic course of study. Students are advised that
Technology teaches you how to design and designers; desktop designers; technical they have to provide a storage memory
publish websites. General topics include: device, eg USB memory stick.
writers; library scientists.
Website Development Essentials (such as Dates
This course is aimed at the novice and
the site development process, customer 22 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm
web developers who have successfully
expectations, and ethical and legal issues 8th Sep 10 - 30th Mar 11
in Web development), achieved the Certified Internet Webmaster
Web Design Elements (such as (Associate) course and/or those who wish Price
aesthetics, the site user’s experience, to undertake formal CPD or obtain a formal £447 (includes books)
navigation, usability and accessibility), qualification. This is one of a number of
Basic Web Technologies (such as basic courses that leads to a higher level of Location
Hypertext Mark-up Language [HTML], expertise in the web development area. One North Hanover St Campus
Extensible HTML [XHTML] and extended of the progressions routes from this course
technologies, image files, GUI site Contact
would be the Certified Internet Webmaster
development applications, site publishing For further course information
(e-Commerce Designer). Dug Liddle on 0141 566 4240
and maintenance),
Advanced Web Technologies (such as If a student achieves the CIW Associate, douglas.liddle@glasgowmet.ac.uk
multimedia and plug-in technologies, CIW Site Designer and the CIW
client-side and server-side technologies, e-Commerce Designer then they will
and Web databases). become a Master CIW Designer.
Certified Internet Webmaster (E-Commerce Designer)

Course Profile application developers; IT security officers; Dates

This course is the third part of the CIW webmasters. 22 week course offered 2 nights per week
suite of internationally recognised vendor over 11 weeks, Tuesday and Wednesday,
This course is aimed at the web developer
qualifications. E-Commerce Strategies and 6pm - 9pm
who has successfully achieved the Certified
Practices teaches you how to conduct 12th Apr 11 - 22nd June 11
Internet Webmaster (Site Designer) course
business online and manage the technical
and/or those who wish to undertake formal Price
issues associated with constructing an
e-commerce website. You will learn about CPD. £447 (includes books)
the similarities and differences between If a student achieves the CIW Associate, Location
traditional and electronic commerce, and will CIW Site Designer and the CIW
explore e-commerce technologies at various North Hanover St Campus
e-Commerce Designer then they will
levels of sophistication. become a Master CIW Designer. Contact
The target audience for this course are Students are advised that they have to For further course information
- network server administrators; firewall provide a storage memory device, eg USB Dug Liddle on 0141 566 4240
administrators; systems administrators; memory stick. douglas.liddle@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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An Introduction to Programming Using Java

Course Profile Although classroom based, students will Price

This is an introductory course aimed at a also have access to learning materials using £105
novice to computer programming and would the College’s Virtual Learning Environment.
also be suitable for anyone who has had Location
experience of a procedural programming Students are advised that they have to North Hanover St Campus
language and wishes an introduction to provide a storage memory device, eg USB
memory stick. Contact
object-oriented programming. Using Java
2 Standard Edition, a student will learn For further course information:
Dates Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
how to think in terms of objects and be
introduced to the core aspects of the Java 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
programming language. 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
An Introduction to Programming Using Visual Basic

Course Profile underlying work of the application - the Dates

This course uses Visual Basic 2008 Express model. Using Visual Basic, students will be 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
Edition and its integrated development introduced to programming constructs and 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
environment (IDE). An IDE is a software concepts common to high-level languages. Price
application that helps developers design and Although classroom based, students will £105
implement software. This is an introductory
also have access to learning materials Location
course aimed at a novice to computer
and resources using the College’s Virtual North Hanover St Campus
programming. The course begins by looking
Learning Environment.
at the part of the application that is seen by Contact
the user - the Graphical User Interface or Students are advised that they have to For further course information:
view. The course then moves on to look at provide a storage memory device, e.g. USB Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
the software that does the memory stick. mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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An Introduction to Programming Using C#

Course Profile language. Price

C# (C Sharp) is a new programming Although classroom based, students will £105
language from Microsoft. C# combines the also have access to learning materials using Location
power of Candand and the productivity of the College’s Virtual Learning Environment.
Visual Basic. C# is an elegant, simple, type- North Hanover St Campus
safe, object-oriented language that allows Students are advised that they have to
Contact
enterprise programmers to build a breadth provide a storage memory device, eg USB
of applications. This is an introductory memory stick. For further course information:
course aimed at a novice to computer Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Dates mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
programming. Students will be introduced
to object oriented programming and the 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
fundamentals of the C# programming 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
Object Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Profile experience. Price

This course examines object oriented Although classroom based, students will £105
techniques and concepts using the Java also have access to learning materials using Location
programming language. Using Java, the College’s Virtual Learning Environment.
students will develop stand-alone, object- North Hanover St Campus
oriented applications. Students are advised that they have to
Contact
provide a storage memory device, eg USB
The course is suitable for students who memory stick. For further course information:
have previously completed the course Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Introduction to Programming using Java. Dates mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
The course may also be of interest to 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
those with some procedural programming 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
Object Oriented Programming Using Visual Basic

Course Profile those with some procedural programming Price

This course examines object oriented experience. £105
techniques and concepts using the Visual Although classroom based, students will Location
Basic programming language. Using Visual also have access to learning materials using
Basic 2008 Express Edition, students North Hanover St Campus
the College’s Virtual Learning Environment.
will develop stand-alone, object-oriented Contact
applications. Students are advised that they have to
provide a storage memory device, eg USB For further course information:
The course is suitable for students who memory stick. Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
have previously completed the course mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Introduction to Programming using Visual Dates
Basic. The course may also be of interest to 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
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Object Oriented Programming Using C#

Course Profile course may also be of interest to those with Price

This course examines object oriented some procedural programming experience. £105
techniques and concepts using the C# Although classroom based, students will
also have access to learning materials using Location
(C Sharp) programming language. C# is a
relatively new language from Microsoft which the College’s Virtual Learning Environment. North Hanover St Campus
forms part of Microsoft’s .NET platform. Students are advised that they have to Contact
Using Visual C# 2008 Express Edition, provide a storage memory device, eg USB
students will develop stand-alone, object- For further course information:
memory stick. Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
oriented applications.
Dates mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
The course is suitable for students who
10 weeks on a Thursday 6pm - 9pm
have previously completed the course
Introduction to Programming using C#. The
Spreadsheets - Excel Programming Using Visual

Basic for Applications
Course Profile Naming Conventions Dates

This course is aimed at Excel users Logical Operators 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
looking for an introduction to VBA (Visual ‘If’ Statements 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Basic for Applications) programming. The Case Statements
Loops Price
course is delivered over an introductory 10
week period, focusing on building front- Form Validation Techniques £105
end automated HCIs (Human Computer The teaching aspect of the course allows Location
Interfaces) for Excel 2003 workbooks. The the students to observe demonstrations and
main topic areas will focus on: North Hanover St Campus
work through related handouts. For the final
Software Development assessment the student will consolidate all Contact
Planning the skills they have learned by designing an For further course information:
Design Excel application of their own choosing, or Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Implementation one allocated by the lecturer. mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Testing For this course, the student should have a
Microsoft Excel VBA Interface basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
HCI (Human Computer Interface)/UI (User 2003 and students are advised that they
Interface) have to provide a storage memory device,
Automated Input Techniques eg USB memory stick.
56
Oracle - Database Design and Programming

with SQL
Course Profile SQL: Introduction (1 HN credit) Dates

This introductory 33 week course covers Software Development: Relational 33 weeks on a Thursday 6pm - 9.15pm
the basic concepts of database design Database Systems (2 HN credits) 9th Sep 10 - 23rd June 11
and programming using industry leader’s The course includes: Price
ORACLE own teaching materials, software Database Design
and on-line examinations. £225
Data Modelling
On successful completion of the Database Introduction to SQL Location
Design and Programming with SQL course, Implement Database Design North Hanover St Campus
a student will have the opportunity to sit the Professional Skills
‘Introduction to Oracle 9i: SQL’ certification Contact
This course is aimed at individuals who are
examination. This is the first part of the looking to further their career, or possibly a For further course information:
Oracle Certified Associate degree, which CPD opportunity, or those who are looking Jim McGrotty on 0141 566 6222 Ext.4386
is an industry recognised certification. to expand their current knowledge and jim.mcgrotty@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Additionally, candidates completing the skills in a commercial setting and who have
course achieve the following SQA Higher previously undertaken a formal course of
National Units: study in this area.
Web Design and Web Authoring

Course Profile Search Engine Submission Dates

This is an introductory course focusing on Site Uploading 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
designing websites using the Adobe CS3 The teaching aspect of the course allows 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
suite. The course covers the following the students to observe demonstrations and 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
areas: work through related handouts. The final 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
The Dreamweaver Interface and Toolbars assessment of the student’s performance 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
Planning will consolidate all the skills they have 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
Design Principles learned during the course by designing 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
XHTML a website of their own choosing, or one 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
Table and Template Based Design allocated by the lecturer.
Price
Images / Graphics / Text It is anticipated that a student who
Web File Formats £105
successfully completes this programme of
Linking study may consider progressing to the CIW Location
E-mail (Associate), Introduction to CSS or Adobe
Accessibility Issues North Hanover St Campus
Certified Expert Dreamweaver CS3 course.
CSS Students are advised that they have to Contact
FTP provide a storage memory device, eg USB For further course information:
memory stick. Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
57
Web Design - Introduction to CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)

Course Profile CSS for page layouts - positioning, This course is aimed at web users who have
stacking and floats authored simple web pages using HTML. If
An introductory course aimed at web
Inheritance and multiple style sheets you are completely new to web design and
designers looking to break away from
Media specific style sheets authoring, you should complete the ‘Web
structured table layouts. This course covers
Standards and browser Design and Web Authoring’ course prior to
the required concepts and techniques of
this course. Students are advised that they
Cascading Style Sheets and XHTML. Participants will: have to provide a storage memory device,
On completion of this course participants Explore the key methods for incorporating eg USB memory stick.
should be able to understand and apply CSS styles into web pages
core CSS, i.e. those parts of CSS1, CSS2 Dates
Use a range of CSS style rules to control
and CSS2.1 which are implemented in all the appearance of HTML web pages 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
modern web browsers. Create style sheets to layout and 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
Topics covered: reposition web content Price
An introduction to Cascading Style Use multiple style sheets to build and
£105
Sheets (CSS) composite page style
Creating style sheets and style rules Create and use alternative media specific Location
Common HTML for CSS - div, span, style sheets North Hanover St Campus
class and ID Create internal and external style sheets
Units of measurement for CSS Use a combination of an industry Contact
Page formatting for fonts, colours and standard visual web page editor and For further course information:
backgrounds hand coding to create style sheets Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
The CSS box model - margin, padding Plan and construct a website using mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
and borders XHTML and CSS
58
Designing Websites Using Adobe Flash CS4

Course Profile Transitions Students are advised that they have to

This is an introductory course focusing on Portfolios provide a storage memory device, eg USB
designing websites using Adobe Flash CS4 Linking memory stick.
and ActionScript 3.0. Students considering E-mail
Dates
this course should have a basic knowledge Contact Forms
Accessibility Issues 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
and understanding of the Adobe Flash
FTP 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
software application.
Search Engine Submission 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
The course covers the following areas: Site Uploading 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
The Flash Interface and Toolbars
The final project will consolidate the Price
Web File Formats
Planning knowledge and skills the students have £105
Design Principles been introduced to during the course by
designing a website project of their own Location
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Symbol Creation (Graphics, Buttons and choosing. It is anticipated that a student North Hanover St Campus
MovieClips) who successfully completes this programme
Contact
Images of study may consider progressing to the
ACE (Adobe Certified Expert) Flash course. For further course information:
Graphics
Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Text
mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
ActionScript 3.0
Audio and Video
Introduction to 3D Studio Max

Course Profile A student who follows this course of study Price

This is an introductory / intermediate level has the opportunity to achieve the SQA £105
course which covers the basic concepts of HN Unit A584 34 3 Dimensional Computer
Animation. Location
Autodesk 3D Studio Max v7.
The course includes the: Students are advised that they have to
Creation of two and three dimensional provide a storage memory device, eg USB Contact
geometry memory stick. For further course information:
Use of materials, lights and cameras to Jim McGrotty on 0141 566 6222 ext.4386
Dates
enhance your scene jim.mcgrotty@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Basic animation techniques 11 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm
Basic modification techniques to enhance 8th Sep 10 - 24th Nov 10
models 13th Apr 11 - 22nd June 11
Production of an animated sequence
lasting between 5 and 10 seconds in
length
60
Build your own PC/PC Maintenance

Course Profile It is anticipated that a student could attend Price

This course combines theory and practice this course before moving on to either of the £84
and will introduce a beginner and practical CompTIA A+ or MCDST (Microsoft Certified
DIYer to the skills and knowledge to build Location
Desktop Support Technician) courses.
and/or maintain their own PC. All materials North Hanover St Campus
are provided. The course covers the Dates
following: Contact
8 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
Tooling requirements 9th Sep 10 - 4th Nov 10 For further course information:
Safety Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Terminology mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
14th Apr 11 - 2nd June 11
How various internal and external
computer parts come together to form 8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
the complete system 2nd Oct 10 - 27th Nov 10
Overall after-care and trouble shooting. 22nd Jan 11 - 12 Mar 11
Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician

(MCDST)
Course Profile Supporting local users and groups This course would be appropriate for
This is an introductory course aimed at Supporting and configuring the Windows anyone working in industry wishing
those working in or who are interested XP desktop to undertake CPD or obtain a formal
in working in an IT technical support Supporting File and Folder Access qualification; anyone who has completed
environment. Installing and Managing Hardware the CompTIA A+ course, Build Your Own
Supporting Network Connectivity PC/PC Maintenance or has an interest in
The MCDST award consists of two Optimizing Windows XP Performance computer support.
Microsoft courses: Install and Configure Office Applications
Supporting Users and Troubleshooting a Dates
Desktop Operating System (70-271) Participants will: 33 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
Supporting Users and Troubleshooting Perform attended and unattended 7th Sep 10 - 21st June 11
Desktop Applications (70-272) installations of Microsoft Windows XP Price
The examination and Microsoft books for Professional
To be confirmed - please contact Finance
these courses are included in the cost of this Use Windows XP hardware
Office on 0141 566 4125
course. Upon successful completion of both troubleshooting tools
exams, students will be awarded the vendor Configure basic and dynamic disks Location
certification. Configure the Windows TCP/IP client North Hanover St Campus
Configure Internet programs
Topics covered on the course include: Install / configure / troubleshoot Microsoft Contact
Attended and unattended installation Office applications For further course information:
of Microsoft XP Professional operating Configure Microsoft Internet Explorer Dug Liddle on 0141 566 4240
system Learn to troubleshoot virus attacks douglas.liddle@glasgowmet.ac.uk
62
CompTIA A+
Course Profile Troubleshooting desktops/laptops/ Support Technician) course, Build Your Own
This industry standard introductory level printers and other hardware PC/PC Maintenance or has an interest in
course is aimed at those who possibly Problem diagnosis and resolution computer support.
already have some existing knowledge of Preventative maintenance
Dates
and support experience with networked Network setup and troubleshooting
22 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm
desktop and notebook computers running The vendor approved book is supplied 8th Sep 10 - 30th Mar 11
Windows 2000 Professional or any within the cost of the course. This course
Windows XP operating system. prepares candidates for the CompTIA Price
On completion of this course, participants A+ examination, however, the CompTIA £345 (includes books)
will have been introduced to the skills examination has not been included and can
Location
and knowledge necessary to perform the be purchased from one of many testing
centres when the candidate is ready to North Hanover St Campus
following tasks on computer hardware and
operating systems: undertake it. Contact
Computer hardware/system installation This course would be appropriate for For further course information:
PC building anyone who is working in industry and Dug Liddle on 0141 566 4240
System upgrades wishes to undertake CPD/obtain a formal douglas.liddle@glasgowmet.ac.uk
System maintenance / Repair / qualification, anyone who has completed
Configuration the MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop
CompTIA Network+
Course Profile Network-to-network connections qualification, anyone who has completed

This course is designed to provide Wired internetworking devices the MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop
network technicians and support staff Wired communication standards Support Technician) course, CompTIA A+,
with the foundation-level skills they need Wireless networking Build Your Own PC/PC Maintenance or has
to install, operate, manage, maintain, and Security threats and mitigation an interest in computer support.
troubleshoot a corporate network. This Security practices
Dates
course will help prepare students for the Network access control
CompTIA Network and certification exam. Monitoring 22 weeks on a Tuesday 6pm - 9pm
Troubleshooting 18th Jan 11 - 21st June 11
Students should have support-level
experience with personal computers. It is The vendor approved book is purchased Price
helpful, but not required that students have and supplied within the cost of the course. £345 (includes books)
completed the following courses or have This course prepares candidates for the
Location
equivalent experience within this area. CompTIA Network+ examination. However,
the CompTIA examination has not been North Hanover St Campus
On completion of this course, participants
included and can be purchased from one of Contact
will have been introduced to the skills
and knowledge necessary to perform the many testing centres when the candidate is
following tasks: ready to undertake it.
Dug Liddle on 0141 566 4240
Network basics This course would be appropriate for douglas.liddle@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Wired computer-to-computer anyone who is working in industry and
connections wishes to undertake CPD/obtain a formal
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CompTIA DHTI+
Course Profile and knowledge necessary to perform the CompTIA Network+ or has an interest in
The CompTIA Digital Home Technology following tasks: digital home technology.
Integration (DHTI+) certification is a global, Introduction to DHTI Dates
vendor-neutral certification that recognizes Computer networking
a technician’s ability to configure, integrates, 22 week course
Audio/video system concepts 11 weeks on a Monday, 6pm-9pm
maintain, troubleshoot, and comprehend
Telephony and VoIP 17th Jan 11 - 28th Mar 11 and
the basic design concepts of electronic and
Security and surveillance systems 11 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm-9pm
digital home systems.
Home control and management 13th Apr 11 - 22nd June 11
The Computing Technology Industry Troubleshooting DHTI systems which
Association (CompTIA) and the Consumer includes Price
Electronics Association (CEA) have teamed DHTI troubleshooting and diagnostics £325 (includes books)
up to create a digital home technology Troubleshooting wireless systems Location
integration certification programme designed Troubleshooting integrated subsystems North Hanover St Campus
to give digital integrators an industry-
accepted seal of approval to show their The book is purchased and supplied within Contact
mastery of home integration standards, the cost of the course.
including networking, audio/video, telephone This course would be appropriate for Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
and VoIP, security and surveillance, home anyone who is working in industry and mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
control management, and documentation
wishes to undertake CPD/obtain a formal
and troubleshooting.
qualification, anyone who has completed
On completion of this course, participants the MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop
will have been introduced to the skills Support Technician) course, CompTIA A+,
65
Intermediate Photoshop - Desktop Scanning and

Image Manipulation
Course Profile Specifying the purpose and need for Price

This intermediate course is taught using accurate calibration of monitor and output £123
Adobe CS3 on Apple Mac computers, but devices
Location
the course is also suitable for PC users. A student who follows this course of study
Basic computer skills and prior basic North Hanover St Campus
has the opportunity to achieve the SQA HN
competence in Photoshop or Photoshop Unit DA38 34 Desktop Scanning and Image Contact
Elements are essential for entry to this Manipulation. Students are advised that they
course. The course includes: For further course information:
have to provide a storage memory device, Paul Riddell on 0141 566 6222 ext.4361
Using desktop scanner devices and eg USB memory stick. paul.riddell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
scanner driver software to produce scan
Dates
files from supplied copy
Modifying images to correct and alter 11 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9.15pm
image characteristics 6th Sep 10 - 29th Nov 10
11 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9.15pm
14th Apr 11 - 23rd June 11
Advanced Photoshop
Course Profile opportunity to work on their own image files Price

This advanced course is intended for and also scan in images using the college’s £123
intermediate users of Photoshop and/or high end Imacon and Scitex scanners.
Photoshop elements who wish to extend Location
A student who follows this course of study
their skills to an advanced level. It is an ideal North Hanover St Campus
has the opportunity to achieve the SQA HN
progression course for those who have
Unit D36C 34 Digital Image Manipulation Contact
attended the ‘Intermediate Photoshop’
and Montage. Students are advised that
evening class. For further course information:
they have to provide a storage memory
The course will include carrying out image Paul Riddell on 0141 566 6222 ext.4361
device, eg USB memory stick.
manipulation and montage techniques via paul.riddell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
a range of instructed assignments using Dates
supplied digital files; colour calibration and 11 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
colour management. Students will have the 9th Sep 10 - 25th Nov 10
66
Adobe Flash CS3: An Introduction

Course Profile Using masks and motion guides Students are advised that they have to
By the end of this introductory course, a Button libraries and creating custom provide a storage memory device, eg USB
student will be able to create animations buttons memory stick.
with audio suitable for the Web and stand- Importing graphic files
Bandwidth profiling of Flash movies and Dates
alone applications using Adobe Flash
technology as well as interactive multimedia preparing Flash movies for the Web 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
for the web. A student will also gain an Working with scenes and using multiple 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
understanding of production issues in Flash scenes 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
and a growing number of complimentary Creating stand alone projectors, hotspots 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
software. All students should have basic and rollovers
Price
computer skills. The course includes: Using Flash Templates
Adding and controlling Video £105
The Flash Interface
Accessible content overview Location
Using the drawing and painting tools
Creating and editing text A student completing this programme North Hanover St Campus
Animation may wish to consider progressing to other
Using libraries and keyframes available courses, including ‘Web Design - Contact
Creating symbols and adding sounds Introduction of CSS’, ‘Adobe Illustrator CS3: For further course information:
Shape morphing An Introduction’ or the ‘Adobe Certified Ian Thomson on 0141 566 6222, ext.4320
Masking and effects Flash CS3’ course. ian.thomson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
67
Adobe Illustrator CS3: An Introduction

Course Profile computers. However, this course is also Price

This is an introductory course designed to suitable for the PC user. £105
introduce students to the basics of Adobe A student completing this programme may
Illustrator. This course covers the basic Location
wish to consider progressing to one of the
functions of the software package, including: North Hanover St Campus
Adobe Flash CS3 courses or the ‘Adobe
Getting to know the workspace Certified Illustrator CS3’ course. Contact
Drawing with the pen tool
Students are advised that they have to For further course information:
Create and manipulate shapes
provide a storage memory device, eg USB Paul Riddell on 0141 566 6222 ext.4361
Working with selection tool
memory stick. paul.riddell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Working with type
Special effects Dates
Using layers
10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
Working with colour
This basic level course is taught using 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
Adobe Illustrator CS3 on Apple Mac 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
Adobe Photoshop CS3: An Introduction

Course Profile This basic course is taught using Adobe Price

This is an introductory course designed to Photoshop CS3 on PCs; however, this £105
course is also suitable for the Apple Mac
introduce students to the basics of Adobe
users. Location
Photoshop. This course covers the basic
functions of the software package, including: A student completing this programme may North Hanover St Campus
wish to consider progressing to the Adobe
Getting to know the workspace Certified Photoshop CS3 course. Students Contact
Basic photo corrections are advised that they have to provide a For further course information:
Retouching and repairing storage memory device, eg USB memory Paul Riddell on 0141 566 6222 Ext.4361
Working with selections stick. paul.riddell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Basics of using layers Dates
Correcting and enhancing digital 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
photographs 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
Vector drawing techniques 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
Preparing files for the web 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
68
Adobe InDesign: Electronic Publishing for

Commercial Print
Course Profile Producing publications from inception to Price

This covers an introduction to the main completion £114
Providing specifications to a bureau and
features and workflows in Adobe InDesign. Location
commercial printer for final output
It is ideal for those with some knowledge
Knowledge of Mac OS would be useful, but North Hanover St Campus
of desktop publishing software wishing to
not essential.
switch to InDesign. Contact
Dates For further course information:
Subjects covered include:
11 weeks on a Tuesday 6pm - 9.15pm Paul Riddell on 0141 566 4361
An introduction to InDesign’s toolset 7th Sep 10 - 23rd Nov 10 paul.riddell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
InDesign workflow 18th Jan 11 - 29th Mar 11
An introduction to image scanning 12th Apr 11 - 21st June 11
Adobe Certified Expert - Illustrator CS4

Course Profile IT professionals. They consistently Students are advised that they have to
An Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) is a person demonstrate expertise with Adobe products provide a storage memory device, eg USB
who has demonstrated proficiency with and platforms, and add value to the work memory stick.
one or more Adobe software products. To of colleagues, managers, and their own
Dates
become an ACE, you must pass one or career. This course will take you through the
Illustrator CS4 ACE syllabus and prepare 11 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9.15pm
more product-specific proficiency exams
you for the vendor examination. 7th Sep 10 - 23rd Nov 10
and agree to the ACE terms and conditions.
This 11 week course will cover Adobe The published books are included in the
cost of the course. However, the on-line Price
Illustrator (CS4) and is designed for anyone:
examination is not included and will have £155 (includes books)
Who has developed an particular interest to be purchased, from one of the many
in this area Location
testing centres when the student is ready to
Who has undertaken another introductory undertake this examination. North Hanover St Campus
digital imaging courses Contact
Who is possibly working in the creative/
looking to further their career, or possibly a For further course information:
media industry looking for a CPD
CPD opportunity, or those who are looking Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
(Continual Professional Development)
to expand their current knowledge and mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
opportunity
skills in a commercial setting or those who
Adobe Certified Professionals (ACPs) have previously undertaken a formal course
set themselves apart from other of study in the Abode Illustrator product.
69
Adobe Certified Expert - Flash CS4

Course Profile demonstrate expertise with Adobe products storage memory device, eg USB memory
An Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) is a person and platforms, and add value to the work stick.
who has demonstrated proficiency with of colleagues, managers, and their own
Dates
one or more Adobe software products. To career. This course will take you through
become an ACE, you must pass one or Flash CS4 ACE syllabus and prepare you 11 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9.15pm
more product-specific proficiency exams for the vendor examination. The published 14th Apr 11 - 23rd June 11
and agree to the ACE terms and conditions. books are included in the cost of the course.
Price
This 11 week course will cover Flash CS4 However, the on-line examination is not
and is designed for anyone: included and will have to be purchased £155 (includes books)
who has developed a particular interest in from one of the many testing centres when Location
this area the student is ready to undertake this
who has undertaken another introductory examination.
who is possibly working in the creative/ looking to further their career, or possibly a For further course information:
media industry looking for a CPD CPD opportunity, or those who are looking Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
(Continual Professional Development) mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
to expand their current knowledge and skills
opportunity
in a commercial setting or those who have
Adobe Certified Professionals (ACPs) previously undertaken a formal course of Student Services on 0141 566 6216
set themselves apart from other study in the Adobe Flash product. Students studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
IT professionals. They consistently are advised that they have to provide a
Adobe Certified Expert - InDesign CS4

Course Profile IT professionals. They consistently of study in the Abode InDesign product.
An Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) is a person demonstrate expertise with Adobe products Students are advised that they have to
who has demonstrated proficiency with and platforms, and add value to the work provide a storage memory device, eg USB
one or more Adobe software products. To of colleagues, managers, and their own memory stick.
become an ACE, you must pass one or career. This course will take you through
Dates
more product-specific proficiency exams InDesign CS4 ACE syllabus and prepare you
for the vendor examination. The published 22 weeks on a Thursday 6pm - 9.15pm
books are included in the cost of the course. 9th Sep 10 - 31st Mar 11
This course is designed for anyone:
However, the on-line examination is not Price
Who has developed a particular interest included and will have to be purchased
from one of the many testing centres when £320 (includes books)
in this area
Who has undertaken another introductory the student is ready to undertake this Location
digital imaging courses examination.
Who is working in the creative/media This course is aimed at individuals who are
or related industry looking for a CPD Contact
looking to further their career, or possibly a
(Continual Professional Development) CPD opportunity, or those who are looking For further course information:
opportunity to expand their current knowledge and Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
skills in a commercial setting or those who mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Adobe Certified Professionals (ACPs)
set themselves apart from other have previously undertaken a formal course
70
Adobe Certified Expert - Photoshop CS4

Course Profile IT professionals. They consistently Students are advised that they have to
An Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) is a person demonstrate expertise with Adobe products provide a storage memory device, eg USB
who has demonstrated proficiency with and platforms, and add value to the work memory stick.
one or more Adobe software products. To of colleagues, managers, and their own
career. This course will take you through the Dates
become an ACE, you must pass one or
Photoshop CS4 ACE syllabus and prepare 22 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9.15pm
more product-specific proficiency exams
you for the Adobe vendor examination. 19th Jan 11 - 22nd June 11
This 22 week course is designed for The published books are included in the
Price
anyone: cost of the course. However, the on-line
examination is not included and will have to £427 (includes books)
Who has developed an particular interest be purchased, by the student, from one of Location
in this area the many testing centres when the student
Who has undertaken another introductory is ready to undertake this examination. North Hanover St Campus
Who possibly working in the creative/
looking to further their career, or possibly a For further course information:
media industry looking for a CPD
CPD opportunity, or those who are looking Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
to expand their current knowledge and skills mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
opportunity.
in a commercial setting or those who have
Adobe Certified Professionals (ACPs) previously undertaken a formal course of
set themselves apart from other study in the Abode Photoshop product.
Adobe Certified Expert - Dreamweaver CS4

Course Profile set themselves apart from other previously undertaken a formal course of
An Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) is a person IT professionals. They consistently study in the Abode Dreamweaver product.
who has demonstrated proficiency with demonstrate expertise with Adobe products Students are advised that they have to
one or more Adobe software products. To and platforms, and add value to colleagues, provide a storage memory device, eg USB
become an ACE, you must pass one or managers, and their own career. This memory stick.
more product-specific proficiency exams course will take you through Dreamweaver
CS4 ACE syllabus and prepare you for the Dates
vendor examination. The published books 11 weeks on a Thursday 6pm - 9.15pm
This 11 week course is designed for
are included in the cost of the course. 9th Sep 10 - 25th Nov 10
anyone:
However, the on-line examination is not
Who has developed an particular interest Price
included and will have to be purchased, by
in this area the student, from one of the many testing £155 (includes books)
Who has undertaken another introductory centres when the student is ready to Location
digital imaging courses undertake this examination.
Who is possibly working in the creative/ North Hanover St Campus
media industry looking for a CPD Contact
looking to further their career, or possibly a
CPD opportunity, or those who are looking For further course information:
opportunity
to expand their current knowledge and Mike Jannetta on 0141 566 4211
Adobe Certified Professionals (ACPs) skills in a commercial setting or who have mike.jannetta@glasgowmet.ac.uk
My choice is
Certified Expert
Photoshop CS4
Joe Porter
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Maya: An Introduction
Course profile familiar with the following: Dates

Maya (a Sanskrit word for ‘illusion’) is a The Maya user interface 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
high-end 3D computer graphics and 3D Learn to work in 3D space 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
modeling software package supplied as Build models using polygons 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
part of vendor Autodesk’s Media and Apply textures and surfaces to your Price
Entertainment division. Maya is and industry- models
standard software application used in the £195 (includes books)
Create cameras and lights for your
film and TV industry, as well as for computer scenes Location
and video games, architectural visualisation
Use keyframes to produce simple North Hanover St Campus
and design.
animated scenes
In this course you will learn to use one of Contact
the world’s most powerful 3D animation Students are advised that they have to For further course information:
and effects software products. Assuming provide a storage memory device, eg USB Tom Elliot on 0141 566 6222 ext.4442
no prior knowledge of 3D modelling and memory stick. It is envisaged that a student thomas.elliot@glasgowmet.ac.uk
animation, you will explore and become has undertaken previous computer courses.
Maya: Intermediate
Course Profile of some of the advanced tools within Dates

Maya (a Sanskrit word for ‘illusion’) is a Maya, one of the world’s most powerful 3D 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
high-end 3D computer graphics and 3D animation and effects software products. To 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
modeling software package supplied as this end you will learn to:
Price
part of vendor Autodesk’s Media and Create organic structures with NURBS
Entertainment division. Maya is and industry- and advanced polygon modeling £195 (includes books)
standard software application used in the Apply advanced shaders and textures Location
film and TV industry, as well as for computer Explore rendering techniques
and video games, architectural visualisation Use particle systems North Hanover St Campus
and design. Trax non-linear animation Contact
This course moves on from the ‘Maya: An Time permitting, some exploration of For further course information:
Introduction’ course and assumes some forward and inverse kinematics will also be Tom Elliot on 0141 566 6222 ext.4442
degree of familiarity with the Autodesk Maya included. thomas.elliot@glasgowmet.ac.uk
3D animation package. The objective of Students are advised that they have to
this intermediate to advanced course is to provide a storage memory device, eg USB
give the student a good working knowledge memory stick.
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Advanced Photoshop for Photographers

Course Profile you should have a better grasp of what Price

This course is aimed at photographers, Photoshop can do for your imaging needs, £90
both professional and amateur, wanting to saving you much time and effort and helping Students will be expected to buy course
take control of their imaging workflow. The you finish your images to a high standard. materials costing approx. £10.
course provides instruction on the use of The course is taught on Apple Mackintosh
layers, masks, actions, droplets, looking computers and students should be familiar Location
at levels, contrast, and colour cast issues, with using Photoshop. North Hanover Street Campus
putting several edits together to provide a
Dates Contact
comprehensive workflow solution. It also
covers some retouching techniques used by 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm For further course information:
professional retouchers helping you provide 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10 John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
a beautifully finished portrait or fashion/ 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk
beauty image. At the end of this course 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
Basic Studio Photography

Course Profile Students will have to pay for their own Price
Unit No. DOMP 12 digital printing. The college can provide Mon / Tues - £114 - 11 week course
some equipment for students, but we do Sat - £111 - 10 week course
This course introduces basic studio
encourage students to bring their own Sat - £89 - 8 week course
equipment and techniques and includes
equipment where available. Successful
both portraiture and still life photography Students will be expected to buy course
completion of this course will result in an
giving you the skills and confidence to SQA certificate. materials costing approx £10.
work in a studio environment. This course
will be of interest to students wishing to Dates Location
progress to more advanced photography 11 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9.15pm North Hanover Street Campus
as well as students with more of a general 6th Sep 10 - 29th Nov 10
interest. Students will develop techniques Contact
in studio lighting set-up such as how to 11 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9.15pm For further course information:
light still life arrangements and studio 7th Sep 10 - 30th Nov 10 Mark Dunlop on 0141 566 6222 ext.4266
portraits, in addition to developing skills 10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 1pm mark.dunlop@glasgowmet.ac.uk
using medium format film camera and digital 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
SLR. Students should have a good working 22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
knowledge of Digital SLR cameras and/or
8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 1pm
manual 35mm film camera techniques and
are advised to complete the Photography:
Camera Techniques unit prior to attending
this unit.
My choice is
Basic Studio
Photography
Fiona Kerr
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Introduction to Digital Photography

Course Profile initiated project in order to get help and 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
This course is designed for beginners, new advice on the type of photography you’re 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
to Digital SLRs. The course uses Photoshop interested in 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
for image optimisation on Apple Macintosh Image optimisation, to make the best of 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
computers. The course will cover the your pictures for web and print. 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
following: We have a number of Canon Digital SLR 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
Different camera modes - when and how cameras available for use by students. Price
to use them Please note that this is not a troubleshooting
£90
Aperture and shutter priority, what course for personal equipment. Students will
Students will be expected to buy course
settings you would choose for perfect be expected to have a memory stick.
capture or to be creative Dates
Exposure, getting it right and how to Location
compensate when the camera doesn’t North Hanover Street Campus
Composition
18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11 Contact
Flash - when to use it and when not to
12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 For further course information:
Various themed shoots including night
photography, people, landscape/ 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
cityscapes, objects, and your own self 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10 john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Intermediate Digital Photography

Course Profile advisable to have undertaken ‘Photography: Price

A 10 week course aimed at developing a An Introduction’ or Introduction to Digital £90
basic knowledge of photographic theory, Photography. If you are fully familiar with Students will be expected to buy course
digital SLR features and Photoshop skills. the content of Introduction to Digital materials costing approx. £10.
Weekly projects include a range of camera Photography then this class may be for
techniques both in the studio and on you. We have a number of Digital SLR Location
location. The course will cover: cameras available for use by students. North Hanover Street Campus
You may choose to use your own Digital
Using Adobe Photoshop and Bridge Contact
SLR. All students should have basic Apple
Manage Techniques For further course information:
Mackintosh computer skills. Please note
Adjustments John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
that this is not a troubleshooting course for
Layers and Layer Masks john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk
personal equipment.
Retouching and Image Repair
Automation Tools in Photoshop Dates
Mounting and Printing Images
Photomerging and HDR imaging
The course will expand on basic 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
photographic theory and therefore it is 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
Advanced Digital Photography

Course Profile expected to participate in group tutorials. Price

This course is designed for those students The emphasis in this course will be on £90
who have completed the Introduction and improving your photographic skills. This Students will be expected to buy course
Intermediate Digital Photography evening course is not designed to teach you how to materials costing approx. £10.
courses or students who have prior use Photoshop. All students should have
experience of cameras, camera technique basic Apple Mackintosh computer skills. Location
and image enhancement/manipulation Please note that this is not a troubleshooting North Hanover Street Campus
techniques. This course aims to capitalise course for personal equipment.
Contact
on your existing experience and improve
your photographic skills. The tutor will set
assignments during and between classes. 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
These assignments may include shooting 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10 john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk
in ‘natural light’, ‘artificial light’ or ‘studio 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
lighting’. As part of this course you will be 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
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Introduction to NQ Photography
Course Profile Basic black and white film processing Price

The course provides an introduction and printing is included allowing you the To be confirmed - please contact Finance
to photography for school leavers and opportunity to use a traditional darkroom. Office on 0141 566 4125
individuals who have little photographic This is a classroom-based course. When
the weather is suitable the practical Students will be expected to buy course
knowledge. It is also provides pre-course
elements of the class will take place materials costing approx. £10.
learning for students who have applied
or are applying for the full time courses: outdoors. Location
NQ Photography; Foundation Creative The content of this class is comparable to North Hanover Street Campus
Crafts and Photography and NQ Creative the ‘Photography: An Introduction’ class.
Printmaking with Photography. The course Contact
will cover: Dates For further course information:
10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 1pm Mark Dunlop on 0141 566 6222 ext.4266
Introduction to camera controls,
2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10 mark.dunlop@glasgowmet.ac.uk
composition and image capture. You will
22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
have the opportunity to use both Digital
SLR and 35mm SLR film cameras. 8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 1pm
Photography: An Introduction
Course Profile for those students who want to develop their Price
This is a classroom based course, knowledge of photography. The content of £90
introducing basic camera techniques. The this class is comparable to the ‘Introduction Students will be expected to buy course
course introduces the use of a Digital SLR to NQ Photography’ class. materials costing approx. £10.
camera and/or manual 35mm film camera Dates
and covers basic theory introducing the Location
operation of the lens, film, image capture, North Hanover Street Campus
composition, light and lighting. The college
19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 Contact
can provide some equipment. However,
13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11 For further course information:
we encourage students to bring their own
camera where possible. The course is not 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm Mark Dunlop on 0141 566 6222 ext.4266
certificated but is suitable for students 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10 mark.dunlop@glasgowmet.ac.uk
wishing to undertake further study by 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
progressing to certificated classes and also 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
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Photography: Camera Techniques

Course Profile course will result in an SQA certificate. Price

(UNIT NO. D7YE 12) Dates Mon / Tues - £114
This is a unit designed to improve on Sat - £111
11 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9.15pm Students will be expected to buy course
basic camera techniques. It is aimed at
photographers who possess a working 6th Sep 10 - 29th Nov 10 materials costing approx. £10.
knowledge of simple photographic 11 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9.15pm Location
techniques. Students should provide their
own Digital SLR camera and/or Manual North Hanover Street Campus
35mm film camera. The college can provide 10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 1pm
Contact
some equipment. However, we encourage 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
students to bring their own camera where For further course information:
possible. This is a formally taught class, with Mark Dunlop on 0141 566 6222 ext.4266
a set syllabus. Successful completion of this mark.dunlop@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Photography: Studio Portraiture

Course Profile completion of this course will result in an Location

(Unit No. DOMR 12) SQA certificate. North Hanover Street Campus
This is a studio-based unit designed to Dates Contact
teach basic lighting and posing techniques 11 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9.15pm For further course information:
for studio portraiture. It is suitable for 18th Jan 11 - 29th Mar 11 Mark Dunlop on 0141 566 6222 ext.4266
photographers who have a working 12th Apr 11 - 21st June 11 mark.dunlop@glasgowmet.ac.uk
knowledge of basic photography techniques
wishing to develop skills in photographing Price
people in the studio. This is a formally £114
taught class with a set syllabus. Successful Students will be expected to buy course
80
Introduction to Dark Room

Course Profile Students will be given negatives to begin Price
This course introduces you to one of the printing, but may wish to shoot their own £90
largest darkroom facilities available to black and white images for print. Students will have to pay for their own
students in Scotland. This well equipped Intro to techniques and materials to photographic paper for printing.
darkroom allows access to enlargers and a enhance their prints (covered in more
detail on the intermediate evening class). Location
large printing/wet area. The course covers:
Intro to the darkroom environment & the This class is aimed at those interested in
basics of using an enlarger and producing working in a darkroom but have no previous Contact
test strips and black & white prints. experience or those who’ve not worked in a For further course information:
Identify suitable negatives for print and darkroom for sometime. There will be limited John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
how to print contact sheets prior to photographic paper available for demos. john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk
enlarging individual prints.
Dates
Work with suitable chemicals in trays to
produce prints and be given one to one 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
advice on ways to enhance prints. 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Intermediate Dark Room

Course Profile enhance or improve their prints. You will be Price
This course is designed for students who expected to make use of your own Black & £90
have completed the ‘Introduction to Dark White negatives in the course of this class. Students will have to pay for their own
Room’ evening class and will assist you This class is aimed at those interested in photographic paper for printing.
in gaining more experience in the art and working in a darkroom but have limited
Location
techniques of Black & White Printing. It is previous experience of Black & White
also suitable for those with basic practical Printing Techniques. There will be limited North Hanover Street Campus
experience of Black & White printing and photographic paper available for demos. Contact
wish to enhance their skills in the dark room.
Students will work manually with suitable John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
chemicals in trays to produce prints and john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk
19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
be given one to one advice on ways to
Advanced Dark Room

Course Profile Fibre Based Black & White printing paper. Price
This course is for students who have Students will work manually with suitable £90
completed the ‘Intermediate Dark Room’ chemicals in trays to produce prints and be Students will have to pay for their own
evening class. You will gain more experience given one to one advice on ways to enhance photographic paper for printing.
in the art and techniques of Black & White or improve their prints. You will be expected
to make use of your own Black & White Location
Printing and Increase your level of darkroom
technique This course is also suitable for negatives. There will be limited photographic North Hanover Street Campus
those students who have sound practical paper available for demos.
Contact
experience of Black & White printing in a Dates
darkroom and wish to enhance their skills. For further course information:
10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
There will be the opportunity to work with 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11 john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk

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Photography: Portfolio Preparation

Course Profile Dates Price

This is an introductory classroom based 6 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm £55
course to assist in the preparation of 8th Sep 10 - 20th Oct 10 Students will be expected to buy course
a portfolio. It is primarily intended for 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Feb 11 materials costing approx. £10.
prospective photography students wishing
6 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm Location
to prepare folios for entry to full time college
9th Sep 10 - 21st Oct 10 North Hanover Street Campus
courses, but may prove useful to others
20th Jan 11 - 24th Feb 11
wishing to improve their photographic and Contact
presentation skills.
Mark Dunlop on 0141 566 6222 ext.4266
mark.dunlop@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Introduction to Photojournalism
Course Profile On-line newspapers, the “new wave”. Dates

A working knowledge of cameras and the Practical: 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
key concepts of photography are essential Examine of types of cameras and lenses 12th Apr 11 - 21st June 11
to undertake this course. This course used in photojournalism. Price
features practical photographic exercises Photojournalism shooting techniques.
running parallel with theory. £115
Taking your images from camera to the
Theory: computer desktop.
This is an intense course that introduces How to move photographs to
students of photography to photo reportage newspapers and magazines, via laptops Location
by tracing the history and origins of and PDAs. North Hanover Street Campus
worldwide photojournalism. Exercises:
Examine difference between news, Contact
Home exercises, on specific editorial
features and sports photography. subjects, moving up each week from a For further course information:
Discover the art of caption writing. one picture hit through to the complete John Carberry on 0141 566 6222 ext.4371
Understand the importance of Copyright picture essay. john.carberry@glasgowmet.ac.uk
to photographers. Exercises, on the night, undertaken from
How to research and source photographs weeks 3 to 10 and are completed in the
Understanding the world of newspapers computer suite.
and magazines.
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Gothic Photography
Course Profile - photographing both in the studio and Dates

The course will cover how to achieve the on location 5 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
dark romantic style by using photography - working with a model 2nd Oct 10 - 6th Nov 10
and image manipulation software: - combining studio and location shots in
photoshop Price
Exploring the themes and influences on Creating the gothic look digitally: £45
gothic photography: symbolism, pre- - montage techniques.
raphaelites, darkness, decay, decadence, - combine images into montage. Location
fashion and fantasy, horror, myth and - using texture layers and blending North Hanover Street Campus
legend, dark romance, melancholia, techniques to create the right feel.
supernatural, religious iconography, etc. Contact
Effective use of props, locations and For further course information:
clothing: Stephen Mather on
0141 566 6222 ext.4381
stephen.mather@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Star in Your Own Film Shoot

Course Profile digital darkroom using image manipulation Location
An exciting practical photography course software to produce your finished film North Hanover Street Campus
which aims to give you the skills to produce poster.
Contact
your own photographic film poster. You will Dates
start by researching and planning your own For further course information:
5 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm Stephen Mather on
film poster shoot. You’ll then move onto
2nd Oct 10 - 6th Nov 10 0141 566 6222 ext.4381
working in our photographic studio and
on location producing the photographs for Price stephen.mather@glasgowmet.ac.uk
your film poster. The final days of the course £45
will see you working in our well equipped
Studio Fashion, Hair and Make-up Shoot

Course Profile some top quality prints to show off to your Price
A fantastic opportunity for you to try out friends. £45
as a fashion photographer! You’ll be It is essential that prior to this course you Location
acting as photographer / model in one of have successfully completed either the
our well equipped professional studios. North Hanover Street Campus
Basic Studio or Portraiture classes or have
You’ll learn about posing, lighting, styling prior knowledge of DSL cameras and Studio Contact
and photography in a fun and relaxed Lighting.
environment. Get the chance to see if you For further course information:
have what it takes to get started in the world Dates Stephen Mather on
of fashion photography. By the end of the 0141 566 6222 ext.4381
5 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
course, you’ll have had the chance to take stephen.mather@glasgowmet.ac.uk
2nd Oct 10 - 6th Nov 10
some great photographs and go away with
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SQA Units Bookbinding


This course covers two units - Fine Fine Bookbinding (UnitE85W04) North Hanover Street Campus
Bookbinding and Book Restoration. It is 11 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9.15pm
Contact
an introductory / intermediate course for 9th Sep 10 - 25th Nov 10
students wanting to learn bookbinding For further course information:
Book Restoration (UnitE85X04) Jim Vallance on 0141 566 6222 ext.4259
techniques. Included on the course are
11 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9.15pm james.vallance@glasgowmet.ac.uk
casework and leather binding using
adhesives, cloths and natural materials, also
strip repairing and restoring old bindings. Price
£114
Bookbinding

This is a non-certificated introductory 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
course. It is an introductory / intermediate 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
Contact
course for students wanting to learn
bookbinding techniques. Included in the
course are casework and leather binding £114 Jim Vallance on 0141 566 6222 ext.4259
using adhesives, cloths and natural Students will be expected to buy course james.vallance@glasgowmet.ac.uk
materials, also strip repairing and restoring materials costing approx. £10.
old bindings.
Fine Art Silkscreen Printing

Course Profile other art based course. It covers all aspects Price
This course is extremely useful for students of silkscreen techniques, from image £90
on a portfolio course, or for anyone who has generation issues and screen preparation Students will be expected to buy course
an interest in art and would like to learn the through to the use of silkscreen printmaking materials costing approx. £10.
skill and technique of silkscreen printing in as a creative medium.
Location
a fine art context. This course approaches Dates
screen printing as a mode of expression North Hanover Street Campus
and concentrates on basic techniques and Contact
experimentation. It is particularly useful for
19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 For further course information:
anyone wishing to apply to art school or any
Jim Vallance on 0141 566 6222 ext.4259
james.vallance@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Screen Printing

This course, which covers Introduction to 11 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9.15pm For further course information:
Screen Printing and Stencil Production, 9th Sep 10 - 25th Nov 10 Jim Vallance on 0141 566 6222 ext.4259
is ideal for those currently working in the 20th Jan 11 - 31st Mar 11 james.vallance@glasgowmet.ac.uk
screen printing or graphics industry or
Price
for those interested in arts and crafts.
The course includes the basic principles £114
and techniques of screen printing and an Students will be expected to buy course
appreciation of the range of surfaces on materials costing approx. £10.
which images can be printed, i.e. paper, Location
board, T- shirts.
87
Introduction to Creative Printmaking

Course Profile Combining Dates

This is a brand new course presented over PVA Glue Printing 10 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
ten weeks designed to introduce you to 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
The final two weeks of the course will
some of the techniques and processes of 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
involve you developing a small personal
Creative Printmaking. The course will start 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
off by introducing you to a selection of the project produced in conjunction with the
traditional Printmaking processes. You will lecturer. This project will allow you to put into Price
also be shown the tools and equipment that practice some of the techniques covered in
£90
you will be using during the course of the the course of the class.
Students may be required to buy their own
class.
The course will take place within the Print materials costing approximately £10.
During the course you will be able to Room of Scotland’s only specialist Printing
experience a number of the different Location
College. You may wish to use this course
Printmaking techniques and processes as a possible progression to other courses North Hanover Street Campus
which may include all or some of the such as a full time NQ Creative Printmaking. Contact
following:
Itaglio Printing This course may also be of interest to those For further course information:
Editioning wishing to apply for other art based courses. Jim Vallance on 0141 566 6222 ext.4259
Collography Some course materials may be provided. james.vallance@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Our choice is
Schoolof
School ofDesign
Design
Art and Design / Individual Fee and an Employers Need (e.g. mobility issue, medical
3D Design / Fee. The Employers fee may be condition, sensory impairment)
Design Crafts / slightly higher to cover additional please see page 8 for contact
costs such as attendance/ progress details of the Support for Learning
reports. Team.
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Art and Design Portfolio Preparation

Course Profile Day Release Course Price

Evening Course The course is designed to provide an Evening
This course provides a general introduction opportunity to prepare an art and design £90
portfolio by developing visual awareness, Students should expect to spend
to the portfolio required for a career in
drawing skills and creativity, which will allow
the creative industries, and is also useful approximately £20 on course materials
the student to apply for Art and Design
for those interested in developing their courses. During the course students Day Release
artistic interest, hobby or craft in a more will undertake 6 SQA units, including Individual Fee - £412
structured way. This course is based around Sketchbook Development; Art and Design Employers Fee - £629
the process of keeping a sketchbook, an Project; Analytical Drawing; Figure and Life Students should expect to spend
essential portfolio requirement. Drawing; Colour and Painting Media and approximately £60 on course materials
Techniques.
You will learn to: Location
esearch and develop your own choice
R Dates
of theme in your sketchbook Evening
Be creative with how you work with 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm Contact
materials and ideas 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10 For further course information (day release):
Try a range of experimental activities and 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11 Margaret Ker on 0141 566 6222 ext.4354
work with mixed media 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11 margaret.ker@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Understand the difference in level Day Release For further course information (eve):
between an FE and Art School portfolio One day per week for one year (Monday) Ruth Jeffrey on 0141 566 6222 ext.4408
submission. 30th Aug 10 - 13th June 11 ruth.jeffrey@glasgowmet.ac.uk
90
Botanical Drawing

Learn the different methods used to 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
describe plants and flowers in a professional 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10 Contact
manner using pencil, ink and watercolour. 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
Aimed at the novice who would love to learn For further course information:
how to draw complicated petals, leaves and 8 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm Clare Crines on 0141 566 6222 ext.4559
trees without prior experience. We will also 11th Apr 11 - 20th June 11 clare.crines@glasgowmet.ac.uk
be discovering composition, tonal studies
Price
and looking at how to mix the perfect tonal
range in watercolour to create your own £90 - 10 week course
botanical masterpiece. £72 - 8 week course
Calligraphy
Course Profile Learn basic calligraphic composition Price

This course is designed to give the student Students should bring a calligraphy fountain £90
an introduction to pen-made alphabets, pen on the first evening. A Manuscript pen
layout and materials. During this course you Location
with a B3 or B4 nib is ideal. It is essential
will: that left-handed students bring the same North Hanover Street Campus
ain an understanding of calligraphy
G pen, but with an oblique left-handed B3 Contact
equipment, materials and techniques or B4 nib. No previous experience of
Study the Foundational alphabet and its Student Services on 0141 566 6216
calligraphy is necessary.
characteristics studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Create decorative calligraphic borders Dates
Learn how to flourish and embellish 10 weeks on a Thursday 6pm - 9pm
letterforms 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
Study the Italic alphabet and its 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
characteristics 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
My choice is
Calligraphy
Isabelle Simpson
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Contemporary Painting Practices

Course Profile Invited Artists demonstration Price

This exciting course for beginner/ Life Class £90
intermediate art enthusiasts explores the PowerPoint presentation and Location
methods used from Picasso’s abstraction demonstrations provided. Materials should
to Jackson Pollock’s drip paintings and North Hanover Street Campus
be purchased by the student and a list will
everything in between. A fun hands-on be made available. Contact
course to guide you through the maze of
baffling art terms (e.g. frottage) used by 20th Dates For further course information:
century and contemporary artists, using oil Clare Crines on 0141 566 6222 ext.4559
painting and mixed media. Each term will clare.crines@glasgowmet.ac.uk
include one of the following: 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
Invited Artists Talk
93
HNC Graphic Design

Course Profile and will be expected to submit colour digital Dates

This course provides the required creative prints for assessment purposes that may 33 weeks, 2 evenings per week, on a Tues
abilities, technical skills, knowledge and cost in excess of £100 per year. and Weds over 2 years, 6pm - 9.15pm
understanding of Graphic Design to become Entry Requirements 7th Sep 10 - 25th May 11
practitioners in this field. The programme
Entry is open to any person who can Price
of units which comprises the HNC Graphic demonstrate by formal qualifications or
Design has been devised to allow students 1st year:
otherwise, a reasonable expectation of Individual Fee £546 / Employers Fee £629
to develop enhanced graphic design skills successful completion of the chosen course
within the context of existing and developing 2nd year:
of units. Admission to 1st year will be open Individual Fee £546 / Employers Fee £629
technologies. to any applicant who has the following:
Year 1: Visual Communication: An Location
igher Art and Design and English
H
Introduction; Digital Imaging; Art and Design at Intermediate 2, relevant National North Hanover Street Campus
in Context; Typography: An Introduction. Qualification, or Contact
Graphic Design alternative equivalent qualification, or
For course specific enquiries:
persons offering work experience as
Year 2: Creative Industries: An Introduction; John Baird on 0141 566 6222, ext.4280
evidence of ability.
Graded Unit; Typography; DTP and Layout john.baird@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Design; Art and Design Project. Students You may be required to submit a portfolio
are required to provide their own materials of work.
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Introduction to Graphic Design


This course will provide an opportunity 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
to build up a portfolio of work for anyone 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Contact
intending to apply to study NC/HNC 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
Graphic Design on a full or part time basis. 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 For further course information:
During this course, you will learn to develop Tom Elliot on 0141 566 6222 ext.4442
Price thomas.elliot@glasgowmet.ac.uk
ideas for a given brief by working through
the design process using a selection of £90
reference material to produce developments Students should expect to spend
and final typographic solutions to a high approximately £10 on course materials.
standard of finish. No prior experience of
Graphic Design-related activity is necessary.
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Introduction to Creative Photoshop


This beginners course includes: Using the 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
selection tools / Using layers and layer 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Contact
techniques / Image correction / photo 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
retouching / special effects / painting and 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 For further course information:
editing. Ian Bell on 0141 566 6222 ext.4424
Price ian.bell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Students should possess some basic IT £92
skills.
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Art in Watercolour Painting

Course Profile following blocks: Price

This is an intermediate to advanced course Block 1: Level 1: Exploring the media £90 - 10 week course
in traditional and expressive watercolour Block 2: Level 2: Is all about artistic £72 - 8 week course
painting. This course is not a beginners creativeness, traditional and expressive
class. Location
(painterly - done in a manner that embraces
The aims and objectives of this course are the medium). North Hanover Street Campus
to infuse logic, common sense, and the Contact
Block 3: Level 3: Working from a brief using
technical rendering ability in the thinking
advanced painting reference, commercial For further course information:
process to create a piece of artwork. Art is
regarded as a creation and an expression of guidelines and pricing. Christy Danielles on
a particular idea using skill and ability. Students should expect to spend 0141 566 6222 ext. 4376
approximately £25 on course materials. christy.danielles@glasgowmet.ac.uk
As well as being able to draw to a suitable
standard, students should already know the Dates
basic fundamentals of watercolour painting
10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 1pm
techniques, materials, composition, colour
wheel, colour mixing and how to work 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
from reference material and set up various 22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
compositions at beginner level. Students 8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 1pm
with the above skills can enrol for any of the 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
Drawing for Beginners

Course Profile drawing compositions / Working from a Price

This course is for anyone who would like to range of subject matter / How to use colour. £90
start drawing. It’s geared towards absolute During this course you’ll create a body of
work ranging from sketches to developed Location
beginners, for people who want to draw but
drawings and final pieces. North Hanover Street Campus
need a starting point. Even if drawing is just
as a hobby, this course could be for you. Dates Contact
You will be introduced to: Basic drawing 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm For further course information:
skills / Working in a sketchbook / Using a 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10 Ruth Jeffrey on 0141 566 6222 ext.4408
wide range of materials / Working with line, 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 ruth.jeffrey@glasgowmet.ac.uk
tone, shape and form / How to make good 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
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Life Drawing
Course Profile course is appropriate for all levels, although Price

This course is designed to develop an a familiarity with basic drawing techniques £135
analytical approach to observational will help you to get the most from this Students should expect to spend
drawing, and also to encourage creative course. approximately £20 on course materials.
responses to the model. The course is
structured to help beginners progress, while Dates Location
more advanced students are encouraged 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
to respond to the model as they prefer. You 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10
will be guided through: Basic measuring Contact
and drawing techniques; A range of different For further course information:
media responses including charcoal. A wide 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm Ruth Jeffrey on 0141 566 6222 ext.4408
variety of poses of different durations. The 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 ruth.jeffrey@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Janice Kelly
Oil Painting and World Tour of Cookery
I’ve been painting with oils for a since then we have produced some Each dish reflects the flavours of the
number of years but felt I needed to still life and, my favourite, landscape country chosen and all dishes use
brush up on my technique after taking paintings. authentic ingredients to produce the
a short break. genuine article.
They’re not quite up there with my
This is my first course at the Met but previous work, some of which was I plan to do even more courses once
I’m enjoying it and getting a chance to bought by the fashion designer Ted I finish these so am looking forward
make new friends. Baker, but I can see progress. After to them.
this I plan to do the intermediate
I’m still a bit rusty with the brush but class. In the meantime, I’d like to thank my
every week makes a big difference carer Lesley Meffin. I have a severe
and I can feel myself getting back into As for the World Tour of Cookery form of arthritis and cannot walk long
the swing of things. course, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed distances but Lesley has supported
creating all kinds of cuisine from
me come rain, hail or shine.
The course began with an introduction around the globe, such as Indian,
to oils and the techniques used and Chinese and Greek.
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Oil Painting for Beginners


This is a studio based course suitable for 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
beginners and those with some experience 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Contact
aimed at developing oil painting skills. 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
The course will include: Introduction to 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11 For further course information:
materials and techniques; Colour mixing; Clare Crines on 0141 566 6222 ext.4559
Price clare.crines@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Composition; Set subject matter: Still Life,
Landscape, Portrait; Demonstration and £90
assistance. Materials will need to be purchased by
each student during the course at a cost
of approximately £25 - a list will be made
available.
Soft Sculpture
Course Profile Introductions to knitting, weaving and Dates

This course introduces different ways of sewing with textiles 10 weeks on a Wednesday from 6pm-9pm
using textiles to create 3D artwork. Using sing and combining techniques to
U 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
fabrics and simple and fun making methods, produce a simple form 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
students will learn a variety of techniques Creating a simple paper pattern 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
for creating forms. After trying out basic Mini projects to make an object and a
Price
methods such as knitting, sewing and portrait
weaving and using these in mini projects, Personal project to create a unique object £112
each student will work on their own project A suggested list for materials and tools will
Students should collect their own materials,
- to create a unique object using the skills be provided before the start of the course.
as the course can be worked using recycled
they have learned. The course is suitable for
and/or bought fabrics of the student’s Location
all levels. A basic introduction to techniques
choosing. Tools will be very basic and cheap North Hanover Street Campus
such as knitting will be given.
(knitting and sewing needles etc) and should
The course will cover: also be brought by the students. Contact
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Upcycle / Recycle
Course Profile sing joining techniques to make a more

U Dates
This 10 week course will explore ideas and complex 3D object 10 weeks on a Wednesday from 6pm-9pm
techniques for creating artwork from a wide Mini project to produce a piece of wall- 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
range of waste materials. It will introduce based work 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
basic making techniques such as knitting, Mini project to create a 3D portrait 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
sewing, weaving and embroidery, and Personal project of the student’s choice
Price
culminate, after a series of mini projects, in Students should collect their own materials,
each student’s own personal project - using £98
as the course can be worked using recycled
the techniques learned to create a unique A suggested list for materials and tools will
materials and fabrics of the student’s
piece of work. be provided before the start of the course.
choosing. Tools will be very basic and
Structure cheap (knitting and sewing needles etc) and Location
Introductions to ways of working with should also be brought by the students. North Hanover Street Campus
recycled materials - including knitting, The course is suitable for all levels. A basic
weaving and embroidery introduction to techniques such as knitting Contact
Combining techniques to produce a will be given. Student Services on 0141 566 6216
simple 3D form studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Using Colour and Effects in Acrylic Painting

Course Profile completely new to the medium of acrylics Price

An introductory course to painting with and those who wish to explore this medium £90
acrylics which will focus on expressive in a more expressive way and those forming Students will need to spend approximately
techniques using colour, effects and folios towards application for courses in Art £40 on materials.
experimentation with various new mediums and Design.
Location
and effects now available. Students need to Dates
bring a set of acrylic paints, paper/canvas, North Hanover Street Campus
10 weeks on a Thursday from 6pm-9pm
brushes and some ideas or drawings - Contact
figurative or abstract. Further materials such
20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
as glazes, effect mediums and differing
14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
types of paints will be provided. A list will be
provided. The course is suitable for students
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Introduction to Art Therapy and Group Painting

Course Profile The course is suitable for beginners and Price

Experiential Art Therapy group focusing intermediate and is limited to 8 places to £90
on group painting led by an experienced allow participants to talk about personal Some basic materials will be provided but
and trained Art Therapist. The latter part issues in relation to their work if they wish. students will need to spend around £25 on
of the three-hour class will be dedicated materials for their own use
Dates
to presentation/discussion of the history
10 weeks on a Tuesday from 6-9pm Location
and theories of Art Therapy and its relation
to counselling/psychotherapy. Handouts 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10 North Hanover Street Campus
and suggestions for further reading will be 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11 Contact
provided. 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11
Fashion and Costume Design and Make


Designing and making garments for fashion 10 weeks on a Saturday £98 - 10 week course
or costume. Learning basic dressmaking from 9.30am-1pm £79 - 8 week course
skills and sewing techniques as well as 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
Location
more experimental textile design and 22nd Jan 11 - 26th March 11
fabric manipulation. Remodelling existing North Hanover Street Campus
8 weeks on a Saturday
garments and fabric collage techniques will Contact
from 9.30am-1pm
also be taught.
30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216 or
Students will need to bring their own sketch/ studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
workbook to make notes and sketch ideas, 10 weeks on a Thursday from 6pm-9pm
and a basic hand sewing kit. Students will 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
also bring their own fabrics etc, and these 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
can be chosen in discussion with the tutor. 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
The college will provide sewing machines
and an iron to press and fix work.
Introduction to Mixed Media

Course Profile of students helping them explore new Price

A creative, fun and exciting course mediums and how to combine them with £90
combining various techniques and media effective results. Use of printing press and Students will be expected to spend around
in 2D such as mono printing, dry point, some printing materials provided. A course £25 on materials - a list will be provided.
collage, photomontage, relief techniques oil outline and handouts will also be provided.
Location
painting, acrylic painting and watercolour. Dates
The course will include demonstrations North Hanover Street Campus
10 weeks on a Wednesday from 6pm-9pm
of various media and techniques and Contact
suggestions of how to combine them.
19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Working from the ideas and abilities
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HNC 3D Design: Interior Design

Course Aims role within the three-dimensional design igher Art and Design and English
H
The aim of the course is to enable you to process at Intermediate 2, relevant National
develop the necessary creative, analytical Computing skills, developed in CAD and Qualification, or
and technical skills of Interior Design to applied within the projects alternative equivalent qualification, or
become practitioners in this field. It seeks An understanding of the significant persons offering work experience as
to provide a suitable context for personal factors in historic and contemporary evidence of ability. You may be required to
development and a comprehensive training architecture design submit a portfolio of work.
that will enable you to: Visual presentation skills
Dates
efine, analyse and develop problem-
D The Higher National Certificate (HNC) in 33 weeks, 2 evenings per week, on a
solving techniques 3D Design: Interior Design is an advanced Tuesday and Thursday over 2 years,
Promote visual awareness and three- programme of study validated by the 6.00pm - 9.15pm
dimensional thinking Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). 1st year - 7th Sep - 26th May 11
Develop an appreciation and The course consists of a number of units
understanding of space, form, lighting, each with credit values. The HNC Award is Price
colour and imagery. awarded on the successful completion of 12 1st year: Individual Fee £546 / Employers
Credits. Fee £629
You will learn:
How to develop conceptual ideas - 2D Entry Requirements Location
and 3D Entry is open to any person who can North Hanover Street Campus
Freehand and Technical drawing as a demonstrate by formal qualifications or
method of communicating ideas otherwise, a reasonable expectation of Contact
The properties of appropriate materials successful completion of the chosen course Barbara Aitkenhead on
An understanding of construction of units. Admission to 1st year will be open 0141 566 6222, ext.4300 or
techniques, services, and their integrated to any applicant who has the following: barbara.aitkenhead@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Interior Design and Drawing

Course Profile Developing drawing skills including freehand Price

This introductory course is aimed at those sketching in a sketchbook along with Evening - £90
with a general interest in Interior Design, freehand and formal technical drawing Sat Morning - 10 week course £102
and/or, may wish to proceed, on production using scale and drawing equipment. (CAD Sat Morning - 8 week course £84
of a relevant folio, on to a full time Interior packages will not be covered).
Location
Design course. Soft furnishings and the Dates
‘changing rooms’ format are not taught. North Hanover Street Campus
The course is project based within the Contact
studio and some homework will be required.
19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
The course covers: Understanding of the
language, techniques and role of the Interior
Designer in relation to commercial and 10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am -1pm
domestic design; Developing your design 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
awareness skills through an overview of 22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
the design process; Communicating ideas
through drawing, spatial planning, mood 8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am -1pm
boards, use of colour, visuals, sample 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
boards and professional presentation;
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Model Making: SFX Effects

Course Profile This course will be aimed at students Price

This course is designed as an introduction involved in a wide range of the Creative £112
industries such as TV/Film, Theatre/Drama, Students will be expected to pay approx.
for students to some of the fascinating
Exhibition Design, Photography. Individuals £25 for course materials
techniques and materials available to the
who have an interest in Film effects and
professional Model maker in the production model making may also be interested. A Location
of ‘Miniatures’ in TV and Film. range of materials will be provided as part of North Hanover Street
Since movies first began, models or the course.
Contact
miniatures have played a crucial role in the Dates Eddie Carr on 0141 566 6222 ext.4188
believability of scenes or sequences where 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm eddie.carr@glasgowmet.ac.uk
the construction of a real location would 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
prove either too expensive or impossible to 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
produce. 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
Architectural Model Making Techniques

Course Profile Design. A range of materials will be provided Price

This course is an introduction into the as part of the course. £112
processes, techniques and materials Dates Students will be expected to pay approx.
required in the production of architectural £25 for course materials
models. A range of styles will be
7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10 Location
explored as part of the course these will
18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11 North Hanover Street
cover Developmental, Conceptual and
Presentational models. This course will be Contact
aimed at people with an understanding or
interest in Architecture, Spatial and Interior Eddie Carr on 0141 566 6222 ext.4188
eddie.carr@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Ceramic Art

This course introduces you to the various 15 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm North Hanover Street Campus
techniques involved in Ceramic Art including 7th Sep 10 - 18th Jan 11
Contact
hand building, slip-casting, throwing, 25th Jan 11 - 10th May 11
mould making and glazing, as well as an For further course information:
Price Pauline Muir on 0141 566 6222 ext.4559
introduction to stacking and firing bisque
and glaze kilns. This course is suitable £147 pauline.muir@glasgowmet.ac.uk
for beginners as well as those with some Students will be asked to pay £30 towards
experience of ceramics. material costs
Decorative Glasswork

This beginners course will introduce the 20 weeks on a Tuesday, 7pm - 9pm Tue / Thur - £149
student to working with decorative glass. 17th Aug 10 - 25th Jan 11 Sat - 10 week course £112
Includes: “Tiffany” (copper foil work) Lamps, 1st Feb 11 - 21st June 11 Sat - 8 week course £90
Mirrors, Boxes and Lead Panels. Materials
20 weeks on a Thursday, 7pm - 9pm Location
to be purchased for student project in
19th Aug 10 - 27th Jan 11 North Hanover Street Campus
addition to course tuition fee.
3rd Feb 11 - 23rd June 11
Contact
10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm
2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10
George McNeillie on
0141 566 6222, ext.4292
8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm george.mcneillie@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Handbags
Course Profile rulers, pencils, needle and thread, thimbles, Price

Still in search of that perfect bag? Would pins, handles, zips, medium/heavy sewing £98
like a little bit of this one and a little bit of machine needles, outer and inner fabric Students will be asked to pay £15 towards
that one - look no further, this could be the (can be recycled) closing mechanisms and material costs
course for you! Research, develop, design of course your favourite bags. This course
and produce a unique bag. Learn how to is at beginners and intermediate level and is Location
make your own basic patterns, select and ideal for anyone with an interest in fashion / North Hanover Street Campus
manipulate appropriate materials and finish accessory design, and / or product design.
to a professional standard. Using domestic Contact
sewing machines (the use of leather isn’t an Dates Student Services on 0141 566 6216
option) you will work towards making your 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
own individual collection of functional bags 9th Sep 10 - 18th Nov 10
from purse size upwards. 20th Jan 11 - 24th Mar 11
Students to supply materials: pattern paper, 14th Apr 11 - 16th June 11
Knitting
Course Profile More experienced knitters can progress Price

This class is suitable for absolute beginners on to designing and drafting garment £98
to intermediate knitters; those with an patterns from sketches and samples;
Additional materials cost to be paid on the
interest in developing knitted textile skills take measurements for garment pattern
first evening will be approximately £20
as a hobby or for progression to a full calculation; learn how to use different yarns
time textile course or small business. In and finishing techniques including dying, Location
this class, you’ll learn a variety of knitting felting, crochet and embroidery.
techniques and become familiar with knitting Dates
stitches and terminology. You’ll learn how Contact
to apply your skills to fashion, accessories, Student Services on 0141 566 6216
toymaking and interior projects. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
Beginners will begin a new short project 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
each week to introduce each new knitting
technique.
Our choice is
Handbags
Jennifer Sinclair, Pooja Singhui, Emma Brady

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Vintage Accessories
Course Profile Students to supply materials such as Price

Research, design and develop your own pattern paper, rulers, pencils, needle and £98
vintage-inspired accessory range. This may thread, thimbles, pins, scissors, handles, Students will be asked to pay £15 towards
include soft jewellery, corsages, tippets, zips, light, medium and heavy weight sewing material costs
collars, shrugs, muffs, belts, or spats. You machine needles, recycled fabric, buttons,
braids, broken jewellery, veiling. Recycling Location
will learn how to manipulate luxurious and
rich materials, and be taught how to create existing items is very much encouraged! North Hanover Street Campus
and embellish surfaces using both hand Dates Contact
and machine stitching. Support will be
10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm Student Services on 0141 566 6216
given in finishing your work to a professional
7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
standard.
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Hat Making
Course Profile and make a hat to fit a set brief. Students Price
You will learn to make and design a number will also be expected to bring along a basic £98
of hats including fashionable daywear, sewing kit that should include scissors, Students will be expected to pay approx.
standard needles, black and white gutterma £15 for additional materials to be supplied
small headpieces and cocktail hats on this
and thread, invisible thread, thimble, by the student
beginner level course. Using a variety of
coloured headed pins and a soft end tape
millinery materials, you will become familiar Location
measure.
with millinery techniques and terminology
and traditional skills used to block hats, Dates
develop your own ideas and learn to trim 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm Contact
hats; develop the skills to enable you to 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
take head measurements; draw up designs 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
based on an understanding of face analysis 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
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Jewellery Making / Intermediate Jewellery Making

Course Profile Knowledge of basic jewellery making is Intermediate Jewellery Making

Jewellery Making essential. 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm
This course is open to both beginners and 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Dates
those who have some jewellery making 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
Jewellery Making 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
experience. Basic techniques will be
covered including sawing, soldering, rolling Price
and polishing as well as inlay and simple
18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11 Jewellery Making
stone-setting techniques. The course will
12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 £98 -10 week course
also cover what tools and materials are
£79 - 8 week course
required and where to purchase them. 10 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm
Intermediate Jewellery Making - £98
Intermediate Jewellery Making Students will be asked to pay £20 towards
This course will cover a selection of jewellery material costs.
making techniques that build upon the
fundamentals taught at a beginner’s level. 10 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm Location
Techniques include, 3D building, cold 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10 North Hanover Street Campus
connecting, tube setting, casting, image 22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
transfer and surface decoration with Contact
colour and graphics. In our fully equipped 8 weeks on a Saturday, 9.30am - 12.30pm For further course information:
workshop you will receive guidance and 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11 Colin Thomson on
encouragement from our experienced tutors 0141 566 6222 ext.4435
to design and produce your own pieces. colin.thomson@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Introduction to Corset Making

Course Profile level, although some basic sewing skills Price

In this course you will learn all the would be useful £98
techniques needed to make a beautiful and Students will need to provide their own Material fees approximately £25 per student
unique steel boned corset. Using a Victorian for steel boning and corset pattern.
fabric, tape, needles and thread, eyelets,
corset pattern you will develop your own scissors, measuring tape and busk fastening Location
made-to-measure design from start to finish. (if needed). North Hanover Street
Your design inspiration can come from
history, fashion, burlesque, art or theatrical Dates Contact
costume. Whether you want to make a wild 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm For further course information:
burlesque costume or an elegant bridal 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10 George McNeillie on
corset you can make your dream corset a 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11 0141 566 6222 ext.4292
reality. Suitable for beginner’s to advanced 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 george.mcneillie@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Cabinetmaking

This beginners course in cabinetmaking will 16 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm Rogart Street Campus
introduce and develop basic cabinetmaking 7th Sept 10 - 18th Jan 11
Contact
skills using traditional and modern methods 25th Jan 11 - 17th May 11
of jointing. Additional material to be supplied For further course information:
Price Dave Healey on 0141 566 6222 ext.4187
by student.
£153 david.healey@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Furniture Restoring: Upholstery/Polishing


This course, for beginners, will allow the 16 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm Rogart Street Campus
student to restore a small article of furniture 7th Sept 10 - 18th Jan 11
Contact
using traditional techniques in either 25th Jan 11 - 17th May 11
upholstery or polishing. Students will provide For further course information:
16 weeks on a Thursday, 6pm - 9pm William Clunes on
a suitable piece of furniture. Additional
9th Sep 10 - 20th Jan 11 0141 566 6222 ext.4341
materials to be supplied by students.
27th Jan 11 - 19th May 11 william.clunes@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Price Danny McGregor on
£153 0141 566 6222 ext.4332
daniel.mcgregor@glasgowmet.ac.uk
SVQ Level II and III Machine Woodworking


This course introduces practical machine 1st year: Dornoch Street and Rogart Street
woodworking skills in areas such as sawing, 2 days per week for one year Campuses
planning, shaping, jointing and sanding. Aug 10 - June 11 (Mon / Tue)
Contact
Associated machine technology is delivered 2nd year:
to complement practical work. For course specific enquiries:
1 day per week for one year
Mark Russell on 0141 566 6222, ext.4333
Aug 10 - June 11 (Wed)
mark.russell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Price
To be confirmed - please contact Finance
Office on 0141 566 4125
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Advanced Certificate Machine Woodworking


The course covers advanced practical and One day per week for one year (Tue) Dornoch Street and Rogart Street
theoretical work in areas such as moulding, Aug 10 - June 11 Campuses
sawing, jointing and CNC programming.
Price Contact
To be confirmed - please contact Finance For course specific enquiries:
Office on 0141 566 4125 Mark Russell on 0141 566 6222, ext.4333
mark.russell@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Our choice is
School of Food, Hospitality, Sport and Tourism
Food / Travel / Sport / Individual Fee and an Employers Need (e.g. mobility issue, medical
General Interest / Hospitality Fee. The Employers fee may be condition, sensory impairment)
reports. Team.
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NQ Introduction to Baking and Cake Decoration

Course Profile Cake Decoration Location

This is a modular programme at 1.00pm -4.30pm Cathedral Street Campus
Intermediate 1 level for those wanting to 3 units x 33 sessions
Contact
learn the elementary professional techniques
Dates For course specific enquiries:
in these two disciplines.
36 weeks on a Tuesday, Louis Frew on 0141 566 6222, ext.1598
Craft Baking Sep 10 - May 11 louis.frew@glasgowmet.ac.uk
9.00am -12.15pm
Price
3 units x 33 sessions
£206
Craft Baking
Course Profile swans / Brown bread / Quiche Lorraine / Price

This short course introduces students Veggie Quiche / Hotplate Scones - Cream, £90 - 10 week course
to the art of Craft Baking. Recipes used Treacle, Soda, Potato / Chocolate Swiss £72 - 8 week course
are professional recipes which can be Roll. Puff Paste / Sausage Rolls / Apple
duplicated in the home. The sessions Location
Turnovers
conducted within a commercial bakery Cathedral Street Campus
teaching environment by a fully trained Dates
Contact
baker / confectioner. Students will learn the 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm
techniques and skills to produce: Bakers 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10 For course specific enquiries:
Scones - Plain and Fruit / White bread, 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11 Louis Frew on 0141 566 6222, ext.1598
Crumpets / Sweet Paste, Apple Tarts, louis.frew@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Empire Biscuits / Cup Cakes, Cream Iced / 8 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm
Choux Paste - Choc Eclairs and Cream puff 11th Apr 11 - 20th June 11
Certificate in Cake Decoration Introduction

Course Profile Crimping and Embossing; Novelty Cake; Price

The course provides an introduction to Sugar Flowers. £215
the world of Sugarcraft. Two SQA units
Dates Location
are covered on the course including:-
Royal Icing - Coating and borders, Piping 24 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm Cathedral Street Campus
techniques to commercial standards, 6th Sep 10 - 14th Mar 11
Contact
Cake Decoration Techniques, Marzipaning 24 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm
Cakes, Sugar Paste Processes Making and For further course information:
7th Sep 10 - 15th Mar 11
coating of cakes, various modern sugarcraft Brian Leighton on 0141 566 6222 ext.1593
techniques including Swags, Garrett Frills, brian.leighton@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Advanced Cake Decoration


The course is designed to develop students’ 36 weeks on a Wednesday 6pm-9pm Cathedral Street Campus
skills in Coating, Piping Writing, Making 8th Sep 10 - 25th May 11
Contact
Sugar Flowers Using Sugar Paste and
Price For course specific enquiries:
Royal Icing. Students should undertake the
introductory units before enrolling on the £340 Louis Frew on 0141 566 6222, ext.1598
advanced units (1 double unit and 1 single louis.frew@glasgowmet.ac.uk
unit - 3 unit equivalent)
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Introduction to Sugar Flowers /

Intermediate Sugar Flowers

A basic introduction to flower modelling 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 8pm Introduction - £61 / Intermediate - £61
techniques, this introductory level course Introduction: Location
covers various mediums and materials. 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Techniques from wired and under wired, Cathedral Street Campus
fillers, roses, sweet-peas, carnations are all Contact
covered. The intermediate course further Intermediate:
develops your knowledge and skills in flower 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
modelling techniques. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Sugar Paste Modelling

Course Profile Animals Price

This is a course for those wishing to learn People - male/ female/ children £61
and develop the skills and techniques of Caricatures
Location
sugar paste modelling. The course will Dates
consist of 10 weeks of two-hour sessions Cathedral Street Campus
10 weeks on a Tuesday 6pm - 8pm
and will include the following types of Contact
modelling. Full details will be available on
18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
request:
Patisserie for Beginners


This course has been developed to enable 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm Cathedral Street Campus
the production of basic flour confectionary 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10
Contact
such as genoise, sponge, meringues and 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
afternoon tea fancies as well as fermented Student Services on 0141 566 6216
8 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm
goods such as croissants and brioche. The studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
course also covers all varieties of pastries
which can then be turned into superb Price
confections using a variety of coatings, £90 - 10 week course
fillings and ganaches. £72 - 8 week course
My choice is
Can’t Cook - Will
Learn to Cook
George McGill
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Can’t Cook - Will Learn to Cook


This is an introductory course for anyone 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
wishing to learn how to cook. The course 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Contact
introduces students to basic easy-to- 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
prepare and nutritious dishes. The course 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
will cover a variety of preparation and studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Price
cookery techniques as well as helpful tips.
£61
Chinese Cookery

A general introduction to the world of 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
Chinese cookery. The course will cover 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10
a wide variety of old favourites and new Contact
regional dishes. The emphasis is on easy-to- Student Services on 0141 566 6216
prepare healthy dishes. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Price
Christmas Cookery
Course Profile Price

This course will enable participants £21
to produce an alternative to the usual
Location
Christmas dinner of turkey and Christmas
pudding. Starter, Main Course and Deserts Cathedral Street Campus
will be all covered. Contact
Dates Student Services on 0141 566 6216
3 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 9pm studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
29th Nov 10 - 13th Dec 10
30th Nov 10 - 14th Dec 10
1st Dec 10 - 15th Dec 10
120
Gourmet Cookery

The course covers a selection of delicious 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
and impressive gourmet dishes. Advanced 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Contact
but easy-to-prepare main courses using 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
fish, meat, poultry and game are all covered 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
as well as gourmet desserts. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Price
£61
Greek Cookery

A general introduction to the exciting world 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
of Greek cookery. The course will cover 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Contact
a wide variety of old favourites and new 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
regional dishes. Emphasis is on easy-to- 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Price
£61
Indian/Asian Cookery

of Indian/Asian cookery. The course will 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Contact
cover a wide variety of old favourites and 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
new regional dishes. Emphasis is on easy- 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
to-prepare healthy dishes. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Price
£61
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Fine Dining

A course catering for those discerning 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
diners wishing to impress at dinner parties. 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10
Contact
A range of upmarket starters, main courses 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
and desserts will be covered along with their Student Services on 0141 566 6216
associated production and presentation studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
techniques in this popular course.
Price
Italian Cookery

of Italian Cookery. The course will cover 7th Sep 10 - 16th Nov 10
Contact
a wide variety of old favourites and new 18th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
regional dishes. Emphasis is on easy-to- 12th Apr 11 - 14th June 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Price
£61
Scottish Cookery

This course provides a general introduction 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
to Scottish cookery. The course will cover 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10
Contact
a wide variety of old favourites as well as 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
new dishes. Emphasis is on easy-to-prepare Student Services on 0141 566 6216
8 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
healthy dishes.
Price
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World Tour of Cookery


This popular course covers exciting dishes 10 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm £61 - 10 week course
from the four corners of the world. Each 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10 £48 - 8 week course
dish reflects the flavours of the country 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
Location
visited. All dishes use authentic ingredients
8 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
producing the genuine article. Helpful hints,
presentation and preparation techniques are Contact
all included.
The Credit Munch - Healthy Eating on a Budget


Learn how to cook a range of healthy and 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
fresh food for under £10 for four people. 7th Sep 10 - 23rd Nov 10
Contact
Dishes covered will include Soup, Pasta,
Price Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Risotto, Stir Fry and Pavlova.
£61 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Food Technology Units


Units can be selected from the NQ By arrangement, depending on units For course specific enquiries:
and HN Food Science and Technology undertaken. Alistair MacLeod on
programmes as appropriate and range from 0141 566 6222, ext.1608
Price
food processing operations, food hygiene, alistair.macleod@glasgowmet.ac.uk
chemistry and microbiology to food product NQ Unit price £69 / HN Unit price £91
development and sensory assessment. It is Location
possible just to choose an individual unit or
a tailored package. Cathedral Street Campus
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NQ Professional Cookery - Year 1 or 2

Course Profile Applicants for the course who have sufficient Professional Cookery Year 2
Professional Cookery Year 1 suitable industrial experience may also be One day per week for one year (Tuesday)
This course is suitable for those individuals considered. In addition, candidates should 7th Sept 10 - May 11
who have limited experience in the be able to communicate in both written
Price
Hospitality industry. There are no prerequisite and spoken English and have reasonable
arithmetic ability. Subjects studied include: Professional Cookery Year 1
qualifications, but students should be able to
Food Hygiene for the Hospitality Industry; Individual Fee - £412
communicate in written and spoken English,
Food Product Knowledge; Restaurant Employers Fee - £629
and have basic arithmetic ability. Subjects
studied include: Cookery Processes; Food Production with Menu Planning; Professional Cookery Year 2
Food Preparation Techniques; Stocks and Organisation of Practical Skills 3 and 4. In Unit price - £69
Sauces; Food Hygiene; Organisation of order to achieve all the units students will be
Practical Skills 2. In order to achieve the required to pass a number of assessments. Location
units, students will be required to pass a In addition, there will be a final 3-hour Cathedral Street Campus
number of assessments. In addition, there practical examination, and a final 1 hour
theory examination. Contact
will be a 3-hour practical examination, and a
1-hour theory examination. For course specific enquiries:
Dates
Ian McInally on 0141 566 6222, ext.1644
Professional Cookery Year 2 Professional Cookery Year 1 ian.mcinally@glasgowmet.ac.uk
This course is suitable for candidates who One day per week for one year (Monday)
have completed the SQA Intermediate 6th Sept 10 - May 11
2 in Professional Cookery or equivalent.
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HNC Professional Cookery

Course Profile recognised National Qualifications or Location

The course gives students an opportunity to equivalent qualifications or experience. Cathedral Street Campus
develop their culinary skills to an advanced Dates Contact
level whilst providing the underpinning
One day per week over two years For course specific enquiries:
knowledge necessary to operate at a
(Mon or Wed) John Clink on 0141 566 6222, ext.1601
supervisory level. For entry, students should
30th Aug 10 - 1st June 11 john.clink@glasgowmet.ac.uk
have completed the SVQ Level II Food
Preparation and Cooking or have Price
£546
HND Professional Cookery


This course provides students with the One day per week over four years Cathedral Street Campus
opportunity to combine culinary expertise
(Wed) Contact
with competence in managerial areas. Direct
entry to the final two years is available to 30th Aug 10 - 1st June 11 For course specific enquiries:
students who have been awarded the HNC John Clink on 0141 566 6222, ext.1601
Price
Professional Cookery or HNC Professional john.clink@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Patisserie, plus 3 relevant additional credits. Unit price £91
Professional Cookery (Patisserie)

Course Profile have recognised National Qualifications or Location

The course gives students an opportunity equivalent qualifications or experience. Cathedral Street Campus
to develop their skills in Patisserie to Dates Contact
an advanced level whilst providing the
One day per week over 2 years (Wed) from
underpinning knowledge necessary to For course specific enquiries:
30th Aug 10 - 1st June 11
operate at a supervisory level. For entry, John Clink on 0141 566 6222, ext.1601
students should have completed the SVQ Price john.clink@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Level II Food Preparation and Cooking or Unit price £91
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Taster Courses
Course Profile or considering a career in Professional Location

A unique opportunity to experience Cookery. Cathedral Street Campus
Professional Cookery classes over a one Dates Contact
week period. Our taster course provides
Several dates throughout the year. Ian McInally on 0141 566 6222, ext.1644
you with the chance to participate in hands
One week. ian.mcinally@glasgowmet.ac.uk
on activities preparing and cooking a variety
of exciting dishes. Entry can be organised Price
at any time - ideal for those planning Free
Ships Cooks Certificate of Competency Part 1


Applicants must be 17 years old and have By arrangement. Cathedral Street Campus
served at least 12 months at sea in the A 6 week block release programme.
Contact
galley with the Merchant Navy or two years’
suitable catering experience ashore.
£520 John Clink on 0141 566 6222, ext.1601
john.clink@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Ships Cooks Certificate of Competency Part 2

Course Profi Dates Location

An extension of the Part 1 course, including By arrangement. Cathedral Street Campus
kitchen organisation and costing. Applicants A 6 week block release programme.
Contact
must have 1 year’s service at sea as
assistant cook or above after completing
Part 1 of the Certificate. £520 John Clink on 0141 566 6222, ext.1601
john.clink@glasgowmet.ac.uk
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Airline Cabin Crew Preparation

Course Profile Over 18 years of age Price

The course includes a number of areas Over 5’ 2” £215
such as Air Cabin Crew Operations, which In possession of a valid EU passport and
covers the practical and theoretical aspects have the right to work in the UK Location
of Cabin Crew duties. It also includes Airline Fluent in English (written and spoken) Cathedral Street Campus
Interview Techniques, designed to prepare
Dates Contact
students for Cabin Crew interviews.
12 weeks on a Tuesday, 6pm - 9pm For further course information:
In order to benefit from the learning Gail Morrison on 0141 566 6222, ext.1370
14th Sep 10 - 30th Nov10
experience, prospective students should gail.morrison@glasgowmet.ac.uk
consider whether they could be suitable for 11th Jan 11 - 29th Mar 11
employment as cabin crew before enrolling 19th Apr 11 - 21st June 11*
upon the course. *Block 3 - For two weeks only students will
Minimum requirements for such employment be required to attend on a Tuesday and
include, but are not limited to, the following Wednesday evening ie. 12 classes over 10
criteria. weeks.
My choice is
Air Cabin Crew
Preparation
Chloe Flannigan
130
Dru Yoga

Dru Yoga combines traditional yoga 10 weeks on a Tuesday, 5.30pm - 7pm Cathedral Street Campus
postures with a series of flowing movements 17th Aug 10 - 26th Oct 10
Contact
to develop flexibility and promote general 2nd Nov 10 - 25th Jan 11
health. The practice also helps to relieve 1st Feb 11 - 12th Apr 11 Student Services on 0141 566 6216
stress through the awareness of breathing 19th Apr 11 - 21st June 11 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
and relaxation. The course is suitable for
Price
beginners and for the more experienced.
Yoga mats are provided. £54
Flex and Tone

Course Profile Increase core strength Price

Flex and Tone is a combination of Yoga, Burn calories £36
Tai Chi and Pilates. The class focuses on Reduce stress levels
Provide a lasting sense of well-being and Location
flexibility and strength and leaves you feeling
replenished and calm. You will experience calm Cathedral Street Campus
controlled breathing exercises and a Dates Contact
structured series of stretches, moves and
10 weeks on a Monday from 5pm - 6pm Student Services on 0141 566 6216
poses to relaxing music.
6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Benefits 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
Improve joint flexibility and range of
movement
HNC Sports Coaching with the Development of Sport

Course Profile 2nd year of the programme which will be Price

This programme offers the opportunity to offered in 2011/2012: Individual Fee £546
achieve the SQA HNC qualification over two Anatomy Physiology and Energy; Employer Fee £629
years. Development of Sport; Workplace
Location
During the first year students will undertake Experience; Resistance Training for Sport;
Sports Coaching Graded Unit 1. Cathedral Street Campus
the following units:
Coaching of Sports: Level 1; Sports Dates Contact
Coaching Theory; Conduct and Ethics for 36 weeks on a Tuesday and Wednesday Graham MacLean on
Sports Coaches; Fitness Testing for Sport; evening from 5pm - 8pm 0141 566 6222, ext.1622 or
Principles of Fitness Training; First Aid for 6th Sep10 - 15th June 11 (Year 1) graham.maclean@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Sport
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Introduction to Archaeology
Course Profile What is archaeology? Price

The origins of archaeology go back more Primary Survey Methods, Science and £54
than 2,500 years but how much do we Archaeology
Excavation Location
know about the practice of archaeology and
the way archaeologists gather information? Processing the Finds Cathedral Street Campus
This 10 week course introduces the student Interpretation and Reconstruction
Contact
to the concept, terminology and practice Dates
of archaeology today. It is meant to be a Student Services on 0141 566 6216
10 weeks on a Tuesday from 6pm - 8pm. studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
low-key, fun introduction for those who want
to learn a little more than they can from
watching ‘Time Team’!
Introduction to Stand-Up Comedy

Course Profile How to deal with hecklers and abusive Price

This practical course for beginners aims to customers £110
help students perform a five minute comedy How to write gags, jokes and funny
stories Location
routine in front of a live audience. The
course includes: An introduction to the comedy business, Cathedral Street Campus
including how to find an agent and
Confidence building through a range Contact
negotiating fees
of ice-breaking, public speaking and Student Services on 0141 566 6216
performance skills exercises Dates studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Techniques for telling and remembering 10 weeks on a Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm
gags 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10
Tips on how to research material for your 19th Jan 11 - 23rd Mar 11
own comedy routines 13th Apr 11 - 15th June 11
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Tap for Fitness and Enjoyment: Beginners /Intermediate

Course Profile shoes required). The tap steps will then be 8 weeks on a Saturday,
This course will help develop skills in co- combined into a small routine which will be 30th Apr 11 - 25th June 11
broken down and a little taught each week
ordination and rhythm while maintaining Price
resulting in a polished routine and a basic/
a good level of fitness. As the course
intermediate/advanced knowledge of tap £58 - 10 week course
progresses students will progress further in
steps. £46 - 8 week course
introducing more challenging and impressive
steps and routines. Week one is designed Dates Location
to pinpoint students’ capabilities and will 10 weeks on a Saturday - North Hanover Street Campus
be delivered in the form of part social/ part Beginners: 9.30am - 10.30am
teaching. From week two onwards, the Intermediate A: 10.30am - 11.30am Contact
class will consist of a soft-shoe warm-up Intermediate B: 11.30am - 12.30pm Student Services on 0141 566 6216
(trainers or soft shoes required) followed 2nd Oct 10 - 11th Dec 10 studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
by the various tap steps (hard shoes or tap 22nd Jan 11 - 26th Mar 11
Why Does My Pet…?

Introduction to Animal Behaviour
Course Profile Students will also have the opportunity Price

This course is suitable for professionals to visit a pet rehabilitation centre, The Pet £61
in Veterinary surgeries, rescue centres, Therapy Centre, Kinning Park, Glasgow,
where they will receive a talk from Centre Location
other animal-orientated professions and
pet owners who wish to gain a scientific staff. Cathedral Street Campus
theory-based depth of understanding in All students will receive a College certificate Contact
animal behaviour. Dispelling popular myths upon completion of the course.
and misconceptions the course will explore Student Services on 0141 566 6216
Dates studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
the human/animal bond; why we keep pets;
before discussing the domestication of the 10 weeks on a Monday 7pm - 9pm
dog, cat, horse and rabbit. The subject of 6th Sep 10 - 22nd Nov 10
animal welfare will be introduced as well as 17th Jan 11 - 21st Mar 11
discussing common behavioural problems.
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Why Does My Pet…? Intermediate

Course Profile pet’s senses as well as discussing learning Price

This course is suitable for professionals theory. Using real cases studies, students £61
in Veterinary surgeries, rescue centres, will be able to learn more about common
behavioural problems. Location
other animal-orientated professions and
Students will be given the opportunity to Cathedral Street Campus
pet owners who wish to gain a depth
investigate an area of interest to them in
of understanding in animal behaviour. Contact
more detail and present this as a written
Following on from the Introduction course, Student Services on 0141 566 6216
report.
this course will examine in greater detail the studentservices@glasgowmet.ac.uk
importance of early rearing environment Dates
and socialisation experiences and how 8 weeks on a Monday 7pm - 9pm
these may affect the adult’s behaviour. The 11th Apr 10 - 20th June 11
course will provide an introduction to the (plus 2 field trips scheduled on a Saturday)
Why Does My Pet…?

An HN Level Course in Animal Behaviour
Course Profile 2. Animal Behaviour develop as well as the techniques applied

This course comprises 4 SQA Higher This Unit will provide knowledge in the to rectify inappropriate companion animal
National Units and is suitable for behaviour of animals. This will include the behaviour.
professionals in Veterinary surgeries, rescue developmental stages of behaviour, aspects
Dates
centres, other animal-orientated professions of animal biology relevant to behaviour,
feeding and reproductive behaviours and an Wednesday evenings 6pm-9pm
and pet owners who wish to gain a depth
introduction to animal societies. 8th Sep 10 - 15th June 11
of understanding in animal behaviour.
It is recommended that students have Plus 13 field trips scheduled on Saturdays
3. Animal Welfare
participated in both the Introductory and spread throughout the year. Detailed
This Unit provides the knowledge and
Intermediate courses prior to starting this schedule will be provided prior to enrolment.
understanding necessary for working within
course. the animal care and animal welfare sector. Price
Although the units are theory-based, It enables students to understand the main £364
students will be able to observe the theory concepts of animal welfare; the factors
being put into practice during field trips. The that affect animal welfare and provides Location
units which must be taken in sequence are: understanding of the current legislation Cathedral Street Campus
associated with welfare issues in the UK. (plus Saturday Field trips)
1. Animals in Society
This Unit develops knowledge and 4. Applied Companion Animal Behaviour Contact
understanding of the complex relationships This Unit is designed to provide you with
between humans and animals and the many knowledge of the learning patterns that
ways in which people from different societies affect animal behaviour and to explain how
use animals. It also introduces some of the inappropriate behaviour can develop. This
legislative aspects, which affect animal and Unit covers the theories of learning that
human interaction and situations involving relate to companion animals, common
the loss of an animal. inappropriate behaviours and how these
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Appreciating Wine

Are you a wine enthusiast? - then this 5 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
course is ideal for you. It includes: How to 13th Sep 10 - 18th Oct 10
Contact
taste wines from around the world; How 17th Jan 11 - 14th Feb 11
to match wine to food; How to read and David Smith on 0141 566 6222 ext.1625
Price david.smith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
understand wine labels; How wine is made
and classified. Each week there will be £60
practical tastings sampling European, New
World and other wines.
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Advanced Appreciating Wine


Are you a wine enthusiast? - then this 5 weeks on a Monday, 6pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
course is ideal for you. This is a follow on 25th Oct 10 - 22nd Nov 10 Contact
from the Appreciating Wine course for wine 21st Feb 11 - 21st Mar 11
enthusiasts with experience. For further course information:
Price David Smith on 0141 566 6222 ext.1625
£60 david.smith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
HNC Events
Course Profile Entry Requirements Price

This course provides the skills, knowledge 1. One appropriate Higher with 3 National Unit price £91
and understanding to develop your career Courses or an appropriate group of National
Location
in the organisation and management of Units or
conferences, exhibitions and special events. 2. One appropriate Higher with 3 Standard North Hanover Street Campus
Subjects include: Event Organisation; Event Grades at band 3 or above or Contact
Administration; Event Marketing; Principles 3. Other equivalent qualifications or relevant
and Practice of Selling; Developing a industry experience For further course information:
Communication Strategy; Introduction to Jane McQueen on
Dates 0141 566 6222 ext.1624
Desktop Publishing Techniques.
One afternoon and evening jane.mcqueen@glasgowmet.ac.uk
(Wednesday) over two years 2pm - 9pm
Sep 10 - June 11
HNC Licensed House Operations

Course Profile Food Preparation for the Licensed Price

The HNC is aimed at employees who work Trade / Food Hygiene / Licensed Premises Unit Price - £91
within the Hospitality industry at supervisory Operations
Location
level. The aim of the course is to broaden Year 2
existing skills and aid the development of Cathedral Street Campus
Hospitality Finances and Control Systems
new vocational skills. The course is industry / Hospitality Grade Unit 1 / Food and Contact
relevant and is delivered in an interesting and Beverage Service / Hospitality Supervision
exciting style. SQA units of study include: For further course information:
Dates David Smith on 0141 566 6222 ext.1625
Year 1 david.smith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
One day per week for two years. (Tuesday)
Alcoholic Beverages/Hospitality Industry /
Aug 10 - June 11
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The Whisky Trail / Advanced Whisky Trail

Course Profile Whisky Trail is a follow-on course building on Price

This course is ideally suited to whisky knowledge gained on the Whisky Trail. £55
enthusiasts and in particular persons Dates Location
involved in the sale of whisky. The course
The Whisky Trail Cathedral Street Campus
covers: Whisky Production; Development
8 weeks on a Tuesday, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
of blended whisky; Maturation - In depth Contact
7th Sep 10 - 2nd Nov 10
understanding; History, Geography and
18th Jan 11 - 8th Mar 11 For further course information:
Geology; Development of the whisky
Industry; Marketing and brand development; David Smith on 0141 566 6222 ext.1625
Advanced Whisky Trail
Whisky Quiz and blind nosing; Visit to a david.smith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
8 weeks on a Wednesday,
whisky distillery; A small charge will be 6.30pm - 8.30pm
made for tasting sessions. The Advanced 19th Jan 11 - 9th Mar 11
Wine and Spirit Education Trust

Intermediate Certificate

This course includes the history of wines, 9 weeks on a Tuesday, 6.30pm - 8.30pm Cathedral Street Campus
spirits, liqueurs, etc and their production, 21st Sep 10 - 23rd Nov 10
Contact
viticulture, vinification and tastings. 25th Jan 11 - 22nd Mar 11
Price David Smith on 0141 566 6222 ext.1625
£266 david.smith@glasgowmet.ac.uk

Advanced Certificate

This qualification is intended to provide core One day per week (Tue) for 12 weeks. Cathedral Street Campus
knowledge of the wide range of wines and 25th Jan 11 - 26th Apr 11
Contact
spirits around the world. It is designed for
trade employees working in a supervisory
capacity who need to advise management, £500 David Smith on 0141 566 6222 ext.1625
answer customer queries or make informed david.smith@glasgowmet.ac.uk
selections of wines and spirits.
Fiona Love
Intermediate Certificate
I’ve always been interested in wine As part of the banqueting team at I’m so glad I did but my decision
but the course really opened my eyes Glasgow’s Marriot Hotel I deal with was made easier by the ILA funding
to the amazing variety available and the beverage section and absolutely I received. It’s so simple to apply
the kinds of grapes used. love every minute. There’s such a for and I received £200 towards the
feel-good factor and I get a buzz out course so only had £60 to pay.
As well as the written side of things, of suggesting wines when guests
I was given the chance to sample all If I achieve the HND next year I’m
and diners ask me for advice. It beats
kinds of wine and this allowed me to hoping to do a bit of travelling. In fact
reading off the wine list and most
form my own opinion on what I like I’d love to work in Cairo, Egypt, if
people are well impressed.
and dislike. things go to plan.
I’m also doing the HND Hospitality at
This knowledge has been invaluable Glasgow Met and it was through the
because it led to me landing a job Alcohol Beverage unit that I decided
recommending wine to customers. to apply for the part time course.
Our choice is
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SVQ Level III Modern Apprenticeship in Domestic Natural

Gas Installation and Maintenance
Course Profile assessment are an essential requirement of Location

Based on standards set by the Sector Skills the course. North Hanover Street Campus
Council (Energy and Utility Skills), this course Dates
teaches the skills necessary to work as a Contact
Courses starting Aug / Sept 10.
domestic gas operative. Jacqui Massie on 0141 566 4103 or
Block release over three years.
metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Entry Requirements Price
All apprentices must have an employer On request. Skillseekers funding may be
in the industry as on-the-job training and available (age dependent).
ACS Domestic Gas Safety Training /

Assessment / Re-Assessment
Course Profile take place. Re-assessments are also Price

All individual gas-fitting operatives need available for candidates renewing their ACS. Please contact us for up-to-date prices.
to obtain, and maintain, ACS registration. Entry Requirements
That is the law! To achieve ACS registration Location
There are specific entry criteria for ACS
an operative has to successfully undertake North Hanover and Cathedral Street
courses. Please contact us to check your
assessment in Core Gas Safety (CCN1) and eligibility. Campuses
any other appropriate element which comes
Dates Contact
within their work requirements. Assessments
consist of written and practical elements. The course is run frequently throughout the MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
Training in core gas and appropriate year - block release and evening. Please metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
elements is available before assessments contact us for current dates.
NEBOSH National General Certificate

in Occupational Safety and Health
Course Profile Entry requirements Price

The NEBOSH National General Certificate No formal qualifications are required Day release - £950, Evenings - £750.
is a globally recognised qualification, which but candidates must have a reasonable Includes all course materials, exam fee and
is open to anyone who wants to develop standard of written English. catering.
a career in health and safety, or who has
Dates Location
a responsibility for health and safety in the
workplace. This first-step qualification is Day release (Wednesday) 1pm - 8pm Cathedral Street Campus
offered through the National Examination Starts 25th Aug 10 and 16th Feb 11 for 14
Contact
Board in Occupational Safety and Health weeks
and can lead on to the NEBOSH National MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
Evenings (Wednesday) 5.30pm - 8.30pm metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Diploma or equivalent. The course covers Starts 22nd Sept 10 for 30 weeks
the main legal requirements for safety in
the UK, a range of workplace hazards and
methods of control.
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IOSH Managing Safely

Course Profile and incidents, measuring performance year. Please contact us for current dates.
Accredited by the Institute of Occupational and protecting our environment. An IOSH
Price
Safety and Health, Managing Safely is Managing Safely Certificate is awarded
to all those who attend the course and £485 per person
a four-day course designed for those
successfully complete the assessments. Includes all course materials and catering.
required to manage safely and effectively
in compliance with their organisations Entry Requirements Location
policy and best practice in health and Cathedral Street Campus
There are no formal entry requirements.
safety. 8 modules are covered: Introducing
managing safely, assessing risks, controlling Dates Contact
risks, understanding your responsibilities, Day release over 4 weeks (9am - 4.30pm) MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
identifying hazards, investigating accidents The course is run frequently throughout the metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
IOSH Directing Safely

Course Profile health and safety management, health and Price

Accredited by the Institute of Occupational safety - getting it wrong, health and safety - £175 per person. Includes all course
Safety and Health (IOSH), Directing Safely getting it right, planning for success, people materials and catering.
is a one-day course which aims to provide - your most valuable asset, How well are
you performing, Improving Performance. Location
directors/owners of small and medium sized
enterprises with an understanding of the Cathedral Street Campus
Entry Requirements
moral, legal and business case for proactive Contact
health and safety management and to give
guidance on effective risk management. An MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
Dates
IOSH Directing Safely Certificate is awarded metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
One Day (9am - 4.30pm).
to all those who attend the course and Courses can be arranged for groups of 1
successfully complete the assessments. 8 to 12.
modules are covered: Aims and objectives,
REHIS Elementary Health and Safety Certificate

Course Profile Hazardous Substances, Occupational Price

Accredited by REHIS this nationally Health, Machinery and Equipment, Manual Please contact us for up-to-date prices.
recognised course is designed to address Handling, Electricity at Work, Fire, Accidents
and Emergencies. Location
employers’ responsibilities for the welfare
and safety of all employees, as well Cathedral Street Campus
Dates
as employees’ responsibilities for both
One day course. The course is run Contact
themselves and others. Topics covered:
frequently throughout the year. Please
Health and Safety Law, Risk Assessment, MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
contact us for current dates.
Working Environment, Slips, Trips and Falls, metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
141
REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate

Course Profile causes food poisoning, personal hygiene, Price

This highly successful one-day course kitchen layout and design, cleaning and £45 per person. Includes all course
is ideal for those in catering including disinfection, bacteria, hygiene control, pest materials and light refreshments.
‘high risk’ areas, food retailing, food control, temperature control, legislation.
Location
processing and other activities where Entry Requirements
a sound knowledge of food hygiene is Cathedral Street Campus
necessary. A REHIS Elementary Food Contact
Hygiene Certificate is awarded to all those Dates
who attend the course and successfully MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
One day course: The course is run metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
complete the multiple-choice assessment. frequently throughout the year. Please
Topics covered: Food bacteria, how bacteria contact us for current dates.
REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate

Course Profile construction and maintenance of food course may be available subject to demand.
Aimed at supervisors/managers who require premises, equipment and utensils, cleaning
Price
an in-depth knowledge of food hygiene, and disinfection, pest control, hazard
analysis and legislation. The 2-hour written £300 per person. Includes all course
this course provides an understanding of
examination will take place 3-4 weeks after materials, exam fee and catering.
the relationship between food hygiene, food
poisoning and food spoilage in addition the course.
Location
to the socio-economic costs of poor food Entry Requirements
hygiene. Topics covered: Bacteriology, Cathedral Street Campus
A current REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene
bacterial food poisoning, food borne Contact
Certificate or equivalent is desirable.
infection, non bacterial food poisoning, food
contamination and its prevention, personal MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
Dates
hygiene, food storage and temperature metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
Block release - 3 days: The course is run
control, food preservation, design, frequently throughout the year. Day release
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REHIS Advanced Diploma in Food Hygiene

Course Profile Assessment is by way of 4 course Price

This course is intended for managers, assignments, a 3-hour written exam and a Day Release - £750 per person.
hygiene specialists and for trainers who 30-minute oral assessment. Prices include course materials, exam fee
wish to present Elementary Food Hygiene Entry Requirements and catering.
courses. Topics covered: bacteriology,
Current REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene Location
bacterial food poisoning, food-borne
Certificate or equivalent. Cathedral Street Campus
infections, non-bacterial food poisoning,
food contamination and its prevention, Dates Contact
personal hygiene, food preservation design, Day release - 7 days.
construction and maintenance of food MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
The course is run frequently throughout the metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
premises, utensils and equipment, cleaning year. Please contact us for current dates.
and disinfection, pest control, management
control techniques, HACCP and legislation.
REHIS HACCP for Caterers

Course Profile candidates will receive a REHIS HACCP for Price

This course is aimed at those responsible Caterers Certificate of Attendance. £85 per person. Includes REHIS
for the development and maintenance of Introduction to HACCP handbook,
a permanent food safety management Entry Requirements Cooksafe Manual and light refreshments.
procedure or procedures based on HACCP Candidates must hold a current REHIS
Location
principles. It aims to provide candidates Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (or
with the knowledge and understanding equivalent) gained within the last 5 years. Cathedral Street Campus
required to introduce CookSafe (a HACCP Contact
Dates
based food safety assurance system) into a
catering business. Course content: HACCP One day course: The course is run MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
and hazard analysis, principles of HACCP frequently throughout the year. Please metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
and their use to control food hazards contact us for current dates.
and practical application of Cooksafe. All
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BIIAB Security Training

Course Profile Entry Requirements Location

The college offers various courses aimed at There are no formal entry requirements. Cathedral Street and North Hanover Street
those persons working, or planning to work, Campuses
Dates
in the security industry as door stewards, or
Delivered over 4 days or 8 evenings. The Contact
security guards. These nationally recognised
qualifications are the industry standard and course is run frequently throughout the year. MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
will enable candidates to apply for a license Please contact us for current dates. metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
(SIA) to practise. Price
Please contact us for up to date prices.
CIOB Certificate Site Management

Course Profile completion of six modules will result in the Price

Site Managers are key to the success of a award of the Certificate. £885 per person. Includes all course
construction project. To get the best results Entry Requirements materials and light refreshments. Students
they have to use a wide range of knowledge will also be required to register with
You must normally be 23 years of age
and abilities on-site, from organising and CIOB (approx. £65) and pay an annual
or older, and have at least two years,
controlling work to working effectively with membership fee (approx. £21).
experience on-site above the level of
other people. This course is designed to
trade chargehand with some general Location
meet the needs of those employed in,
responsibility. North Hanover Street Campus
or training for, site management. Gaining
the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Dates Contact
Certificate in Site Management provides Two evenings per week, for 35 weeks (Tues/
evidence to employers and clients that a MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
Wed). metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
nationally recognised level of studies has Starts Tues 21st Sep 10
been successfully completed. Successful
CIOB Diploma Site Management

Course Profile Starts Tues 21st Sep 10 Location

Follow on course to the Certificate in Site Price North Hanover Street Campus
Management covering a further 6 modules.
£885 per person. Includes all course Contact
Entry Requirements materials and light refreshments. Students MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
CIOB Certificate in Site Management will also be required pay an annual metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
membership fee (approx. £21.00) direct to
Dates CIOB.
Two evenings per week for 35 weeks
(Tues/Wed).
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Experienced Practitioner Assessed Programme -

EPA (Formerly DMX)
Course Profile by two coursework assignments of not Dates

EPA is designed for candidates with a more than 2000 words. The other two Delivered in 16 sessions (2.00pm to
sound background in a construction or modules will be assessed by separate three- 7.30pm) from October to June. Please
built environment discipline, typically 5 hour exams. contact us for current dates.
years’ industry experience, and operating Entry Requirements Price
at a recognised management level
Either a Foundation Degree or HNC/D Please contact us for current prices.
or professional discipline. The course
plus other professional qualifications
comprises 4 modules: Construction Location
OR experience and skills development
Technology, Contract and Commercial
equivalent to academic qualifications (5 Cathedral Street Campus
Practice, Management and Health, Safety
years’ industry experience, and operating
and the Environment. The modules of Contact
at a recognised management level or
Construction Technology and Health, Safety
professional discipline). MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
and the Environment will each be assessed
BIIAB Scottish Certificate for Personal License Holders

Course Profile in relation to: The roles, responsibilities and Dates

The Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 states functions of Licensing Boards and Licensing One day course: The course is run
that anyone who authorises the sale of Standards Officers; The application process frequently throughout the year. Please
alcohol to the public (both on and off sales) for a Personal Licence; The application contact us for current dates.
must hold a Personal Licence. This one- process for premises and occasional
licences, mandatory and discretionary Price
day course has been developed to meet
the training specifications of the Scottish conditions; protection of children from £95 per person. Cost includes all course
Government and ALL local licensing harm; content and purpose of an operating materials, exam fee and light refreshments.
boards throughout Scotland. Candidates schedule and risk assessment; drunkenness
and disorderly behaviour; licensed hours; Location
are required to study an easy-to-follow
handbook in advance of this course and control of order; responsible retail sale of Cathedral Street Campus
assessment is by a short, multiple-choice alcohol; unauthorised licensable activities;
Contact
exam. rights of entry to licensed premises; roles
and responsibilities of the Personal Licence MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
The SCPLH covers the following syllabus Holder and the penalties relating to failure to metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
to enable candidates to understand the law comply with the law.
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Licensed Premises Staff Training

Course Profile Candidates are required to study an easy- Price

The Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 states to-follow handbook in advance of this Please contact us for current prices.
that ALL STAFF who serve alcohol (on course. A College certificate will be issued
to all candidates who successful complete Location
or off-sales) must undergo training. This
includes part-time and casual staff. This the course. Cathedral Street Campus
half day course covers the following Dates Contact
topics: Scottish licensing law, powers of
1/2 day course: The course is run frequently MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
enforcement, licensed premises, protection
throughout the year. Please contact us for metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
of children and seller’s responsibility.
current dates.
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Emergency First Aid at Work (HSE)

Course Profile The course covers: Health and Safety (First Price
Following a review of The Health and Aid) Regulations, managing an incident, £55 per person.
Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, the treatment of an unconscious casualty,
resuscitation, shock, choking, seizures, Location
Health and Safety Executive has issued
recommendations for the training of first- bleeding and common workplace injuries. Cathedral Street Campus
aiders in the workplace depending on a Entry Requirements Contact
number of factors (no. employees, hazard
No formal entry requirements are necessary. MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
level etc).
Dates
This one-day course is aimed at nominated
emergency first aiders, or anyone wanting to One Day (10am - 4.30pm)
gain knowledge of basic life saving first aid The course is run frequently throughout the
and workplace health and safety regulations. year. Please contact us for current dates.
First Aid at Work (HSE) - 3 Day Course

Course Profile The course covers: accidents and illness, The course is run frequently throughout the
Following a review of The Health and using a first-aid kit, simple record keeping, year. Please contact us for current dates.
Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981, the treatment of an unconscious casualty, heart
Price
Health and Safety Executive has issued attacks, resuscitation, shock, choking,
bleeding, burns and scalds, poisoning, £195 per person.
recommendations for the training of first-
fractures, seizures, asthma, severe allergic Location
aiders in the workplace depending on a
number of factors (no. employees, hazard reaction, eye injuries, low blood sugar and Cathedral Street Campus
level etc). fainting.
Contact
This three-day course is aimed at Entry Requirements MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
Nominated workplace first-aiders, or anyone No formal entry requirements are necessary. metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
wanting a comprehensive introduction to
Dates
first aid.
Three Days (9am - 5pm)
Taxi and Private Hire Driver Training

Course Profile mandatory training requirements of the City Price

This one-day course has been designed in Of Glasgow Licensing Committee. £45 per person.
consultation with Industry Experts and the
Entry Requirements Location
City of Glasgow Licensing Committee and
completely meets their approval criteria. No formal entry requirements are necessary. Cathedral Street Campus
The course covers: Taxi and Private Hire Contact
Dates
Car Regulations, Disability Awareness,
Customer Care and Glasgow as a Tourist One Day (10am - 4.30pm): The course is MET Enterprises on 0141 566 6220/1 or
City. All candidates successfully completing run frequently throughout the year. Please metenterprises@glasgowmet.ac.uk
the multiple choice examination will meet the contact us for current dates.
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Terms and Conditions
Conduct Regulations is available for inspection in the or procedures, then please contact your
As a student of the College you are required College Library. course tutor for assistance.
to adopt a code of conduct which includes Course Content and Cancellation It is anticipated that you will make
compliance with the College’s rules and satisfactory progress in your course of
The College reserves the right to make
regulations including: study. If, however, you encounter difficulty in
variations to the design and delivery of
Equal Opportunities, Sexual & Racial your course. The College also reserves achieving progress, then it is recommended
Harassment, Bullying and Discipline; Health the rights to discontinue courses or merge that you discuss the matter with your course
& Safety Regulations and procedures; courses if the College considers such action tutor, as additional help may be available.
Smoking Regulations; Intellectual Property reasonable. Personal Property
Rights.
Course Location You shall be responsible for your own
In addition to the above, you shall desist The College reserves the right to relocate personal property whilst attending the
from behaviour which interferes with the courses among its various campuses. If College. The College shall not be liable for
work of the College. This includes; the sale your course is affected by such a change, any loss of or damage to your personal
of prohibited drugs or alcohol, disorderly then you shall be given reasonable notice of property including computer hardware or
conduct, wilful damage to the premises the relocation. software or data stored on computer files
or equipment, copying another student’s owned or used by you whilst undertaking
academic work, cheating in exams or other Course Work and Progress you course of study.
assessments, theft including computer You shall have a responsibility to ensure that
Course Fees and Changes
software. you are familiar with the College’s academic
regulations and procedures. Where these As a condition of enrolment all students
Any College property loaned to you shall be accept responsibility for paying the full
relate to the submission of your course work
returned timeously and in good condition. course fees and charges (e.g. exam fees). If
and course assessments, you shall note
Failure to do so may result in charges being you accept a course place but cancel prior
that failure to meet specified deadlines in
levied. The College’s Copyright Regulations to the course start date and do not enrol,
terms of your course work may affect your
dictate that the training content and then you shall be liable for an administration
academic progress.
materials are provided for your exclusive fee of 20% of the value of the course fee.
use and the recording, copying, loan, hire If you are required to resubmit course work
or public broadcasting of such training or course assessments then you may be If a third party intends to pay your College
materials is prohibited. liable to pay additional course fees and fees on your behalf, then you shall be
charges. Information relating to your course responsible for providing the College with
Where you breach the Code of Conduct, satisfactory evidence of the arrangement
work and assessments shall be provided
then the College’s Disciplinary Procedures prior to enrolment. If by the date of
as part of the College’s induction process
may be invoked. More information on enrolment the third party fails to provide
when you start your course. If you are
all aspects of the College’s Rules and evidence or fails to make payment, then you
unsure about academic regulations and/
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shall be held liable for the course fees and For some courses, you shall be responsible Data Protection and Disclosure
charges. for providing your own course materials and Personal data provided by you shall be
equipment. You shall normally be notified kept in a manual filing system. In addition,
The College recommend all full time HE
of these charges/resources in the College some of the information shall also be
students applying to Student Awards
prospectus, course leaflets, application transferred into the College’s computerised
Agency for Scotland (SAAS) to pay their
process or course induction. management information system. The
course fee. SAAS apply an attendance cut
off date of the 1st December 2009, if you Guarantees and Refund Policy personal information shall be used by the
leave your course prior to 1st December College to record your enrolment details,
The policy of Glasgow Metropolitan College
2009 SAAS will not pay any fee to the academic progress & performance and
is, normally, not to refund tuition fees and
College on your behalf. attendance. Data collected shall also be
charges. Any refunds made will be at the
used to compile College grant claims and
If you apply for a fee waiver (free place), sole discretion of the College.
the preparation of statistical information.
then you must provide the relevant If you believe a refund of tuition fees is
documentation to prove eligibility per the The information shall be available to a
justified, then please write to the College’s
College Fee Waiver Policy. Should your range of external funding organisations
Finance Manager detailing your justification.
application prove to be false, then you and auditors who are required to carry out
The refund policy is available on request
shall be liable to pay the full course fee and audits on the college’s financial and student
from the College’s finance section.
charges. records systems. If your education/training
The College does not warrant or guarantee is sponsored by an external organisation
The College fees and charges are due that you shall be allowed to complete including an employer, then the College
on enrolment. If an invoice is issued then your particular course if you suffer from shall disclose relevant information on your
payment shall be made within 30 days. If or contract any material medical or health progress, performance and attendance to
payment becomes overdue, the College condition. The College does not warrant the sponsoring organisation.
reserves the right to charge interest on the or guarantee that you shall obtain any
amount overdue at such rates as permitted Data collected may be disclosed to
employment as a result of completing your
by law. Failure to make payment, then the Government departments and/or agencies.
course.
College reserves the right to withdraw you This could include, for example, the Benefits
from your course of study. All cases of non Insurance Agency and Skills Development Scotland.
payment will result in legal action to recover Glasgow Metropolitan College shall Data on your academic progress shall be
the outstanding amount. indemnify you against bodily injury or death disclosed to educational awarding bodies
arising from negligence on the part of the such as the Scottish Qualifications Authority
The College reserves the right to make (SQA).
College.
additional charges for some types of
activities such as:
field trips; materials.
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Index
Building & Construction PT EVE SAT PAGE Languages Cont’d PT EVE SAT PAGE
Architectural Technology (HNC) • - - 13 Italian - • • 30
Built Environment (NC) • - - 17 - • -
Certificate British Sign Language 33
CAD: 2D 1 (Unit No DW1E 34) - • - 18 (CACDP) (Level 1 & 2)
Modern Greek - - • 30
CAD: 3D Modelling (Unit No DW13 34) - • - 19
Spanish - • • 32
CAD: Architectural 1 (Unit No DW1D 34) - • - 18
• • - Music PT EVE SAT PAGE
Chartered Institute Of Housing Diploma 17
(Level 4) Bass Guitar for Beginners - • - 36
Construction Management (HNC) • • - 14 - • -
Guitar Skills - Beginners / Intermediate 36
Quantity Surveying (HNC) • - - 16 - • -
Intro to Music Technology: Cubase 39
Taking Care of Older Buildings (Level 1) - • - 18 - • -
Intro to Music Technology: Logic Pro 39
Building Trades PT EVE SAT PAGE Saxophone for Beginners - • - 39
Plastering PDA Level 6 • - - 20 Journalism PT EVE SAT PAGE
(SVQ Level II & III) - -
- - Citizen Journalism • 40
Plastering PDA Level 7 • 20
(Advanced Certificate) National Union of Journalists Course • • - 40
Stonemasonry PDA Level 6 • - - 20 (NUJ)
(SVQ Level II & III) Radio & TV PT EVE SAT PAGE
Stonemasonry PDA Level 7 • - - 22 - -
Final Cut Pro • 44
(Advanced Certificate) (Introduction & Advanced)
Wall & Floor Tiling PDA Level 6 • - - 23 - -
Introduction to Digital Video • 41
(SVQ Level II & III)
- - Introduction to Podcasting - • - 41
Wall & Floor Tiling PDA Level 7 • 23
(Advanced Certificate) Introduction to Radio Broadcasting - • - 43
Construction Crafts PT EVE SAT PAGE Introduction to Sound Editing - • - 41
Decorative Painting, Graining & Marbling - • - 24 Personal Development PT EVE SAT PAGE
Decorative Floorlaying (SVQ Level II) • - - 24 - -
Break Into Writing for a Living • 45
Shopfitting (SVQ Level II & III) • - - 24 - -
Speaking Confidently in Public • 45
Shopfitting (PDA Advanced Craft) • - - 25 ICT PT EVE SAT PAGE
English as a Second Language (ESOL) PT EVE SAT PAGE Adobe Certified Expert - Dreamweaver - • - 70
Access 2 & Citizenship Stage 1 • • - 27 CS4
- Adobe Certified Expert - Flash CS4 - • - 69
Access 2 & Citizenship Stage 2 • • 27
- Adobe Certified Expert - Illustrator CS4 - • - 68
Access 2 & Citizenship Stage 3 • • 27
- Adobe Certified Expert - InDesign CS4 - • - 69
Access 3 & Citizenship • • 27
- - Adobe Certified Expert - Photoshop - • - 70
Beginner & Elementary • 28
CS4
ESOL for College Courses • - - 29 - -
Adobe Flash CS3: An Introduction • 66
Higher • • - 27 - -
Adobe Illustrator CS3: An Introduction • 67
Intermediate 1 & Citizenship • • - 27 - -
Adobe InDesign: Electronic Publishing • 68
Intermediate 2 • • - 27 for Commercial Print
- - Adobe Photoshop CS3: - • - 67
Literacy • 29
An Introduction
Media • - - 29 - -
Advanced Photoshop • 65
Pre-Intermediate & Above - - • 28 - -
An Intro to Programming Using C# • 54
Writing 1/2 for College Courses - - • 28 - -
An Intro to Programming Using Java • 53
Languages PT EVE SAT PAGE - • -
An Intro to Programming Using Visual 53
English Higher Exam Preparation - • - 35 Basic
- • - Build Your Own PC/PC Maintenance - • • 60
English Higher (Course C11512) 35
151
ICT Cont’d PT EVE SAT PAGE Photography Cont’d PT EVE SAT PAGE
Certified Internet Webmaster - • - 51-52 Photography: Portfolio Preparation - • - 81
(Associate/Site Designer/E-Commerce - • -
Designer) Photography: Studio Portraiture 79
- • - (Unit No. DOMR 12)
CompTIA A+ 62
Star in Your Own Film Shoot - - • 82
CompTIA DHTI+ - • - 63
Studio Fashion, Hair & Make Up Shoot - - • 82
CompTIA Network+ - • - 62
The Dark Room (Intro / Inter / Adv) - • - 80
Designing Websites Using Adobe Flash - • - 58
CS4 Printing PT EVE SAT PAGE
Google Sketchup - • - 50 Bookbinding - • - 84
- • - Bookbinding (SQA Units) - Fine - • - 84
IC3 (Internet & Computing Core 47
Certification) Bookbinding & Book Restoration
Intermediate Photoshop - Desktop - • - 65 Fine Art Silkscreen Printing - • - 84
Scanning & Image Manipulation - • -
- • - Introduction to Creative Printmaking 87
Introduction to 3D Studio Max 58
Screen Printing - • - 86
Introduction To Computers - • • 46
(Beginners & Intermediate) Art & Design PT EVE SAT PAGE
Learn To Touch Type - • - 47 Art & Design Portfolio Preparation • • - 89
Maya (Introduction & Intermediate) - • - 73 Art in Watercolour Painting - - • 96
Microsoft Certified Application - • - 49 Botanical Drawing - • - 90
Specialist (MCAS) - • -
- - Calligraphy 90
Microsoft Certified Desktop Support • 60
Contemporary Painting Practices - • - 92
Technician (MCDST)
Microsoft Project 2007 - • - 50 Drawing for Beginners - • - 96
Microsoft Visio Professional 2007 - • - 51 Fashion & Costume Design & Make - • • 101
Object Oriented Programming Using - • - 55 Graphic Design (HNC) - • - 93
C# Intro to Art Therapy & Group Painting - • - 101
Object Oriented Programming Using - • - 54
Introduction to Creative Photoshop - • - 95
Java
Object Oriented Programming Using - • - 54 Introduction to Graphic Design - • - 94
Visual Basic Introduction to Mixed Media - • - 101
Oracle - Database Design & - • - 56
Life Drawing - • - 97
Programming With SQL
Spreadsheets - Excel Programming - • - 55 Oil Painting for Beginners - • - 99
Using Visual Basic for Applications Soft Sculpture - • - 99
Web Design - Introduction to CSS - • - 57
Upcycle / Recycle - • - 100
(Cascading Style Sheets)
Web Design & Web Authoring - • - 56 Using Colour & Effects in Acrylic - • - 100
Painting
Photography PT EVE SAT PAGE
- • - 3D Design PT EVE SAT PAGE
Advanced Photoshop for 74
Photographers Architectural Model Making Techniques - • - 104
Basic Studio Photography - • • 74 - • -
HNC 3D Design: Interior Design 102
(Unit No. DOMP 12) -
Interior Design & Drawing • • 102
Digital Photography (Intro / Inter / Adv) - • - 76-77
Model Making: SFX Effects - • - 104
Gothic Photography - - • 82
- - Design Crafts PT EVE SAT PAGE
Introduction to NQ Photography • 78
Cabinetmaking - • - 112
Introduction to Photojournalism - • - 81
Ceramic Art - • - 105
Photography: An Introduction - • - 78
Corset Making (Introduction) - • - 110
Photography: Camera Techniques - • • 79
Decorative Glasswork - • • 105
(Unit No. D7YE 12)
152
Design Crafts Cont’d PT EVE SAT PAGE General PT EVE SAT PAGE
Furniture Restoring: - • - 112 Introduction to Archaeology - • - 131
Upholstery/Polishing - • -
- - Introduction to Stand-Up Comedy 131
Handbags • 106
Tap For Fitness & Enjoyment - - • 132
Hat Making - • - 109 (Beginners /Intermediate)
Jewellery Making (Beginners & Inter) - • • 110 - • -
Why Does My Pet…? An HN Level 133
Knitting - • - 106 Course in Animal Behaviour
- - Why Does My Pet…? Intermediate - • - 133
Machine Woodworking (Adv Certificate) • 113
• - - Why Does My Pet…? Introduction to - • - 132
Machine Woodworking 112
(SVQ Level II & III) Animal Behaviour
Vintage Accessories - • - 108 Hospitality PT EVE SAT PAGE
Food PT EVE SAT PAGE Appreciating Wine / Advanced - • - 134-
• - - Appreciating Wine 135
Baking & Cake Decoration (Intro) (NQ) 115
Events (HNC) • • - 135
Cake Decoration - • - 115-
Licensed House Operations (HNC) • - - 135
(Introduction & Advanced) 116
Can’t Cook - Will Learn To Cook - • - 119 The Whisky Trail / Advanced Whisky - • - 136
- • - Trail
Chinese Cookery 119
Wine & Spirit Education Trust - • - 136
Christmas Cookery - • - 119
(Intermediate & Advanced Certificate)
Craft Baking - • - 115 Met Enterprises PT EVE SAT PAGE
Fine Dining - • - 121 - -
Directing Safely (IOSH) • 140
Food Technology Units • - - 122 -
Domestic Gas Safety Training / • • 139
Gourmet Cookery - • - 120 Assessment / Re-Assessment (ACS)
- • - Emergency First Aid at Work (HSE) • - - 146
Greek Cookery 120
- • - Experienced Practitioner Assessed • • - 144
Indian/Asian Cookery 120
Programme - EPA (Formerly DMX)
Italian Cookery - • - 121
First Aid at Work (HSE) - 3 Day Course • - - 146
Patisserie for Beginners - • - 117
Food Hygiene • - - 142
Professional Cookery - Year 1/2 (NQ) • - - 123 (REHIS Advanced Diploma)
Professional Cookery (HNC/D) • - - 124 - -
Food Hygiene • 141
Professional Cookery (Patisserie) • - - 124 (REHIS Elementary Certificate)
- - Food Hygiene • - - 141
Scottish Cookery • 121
(REHIS Intermediate Certificate)
Ships Cooks Certificate of Competency • - - 127 • - -
HACCP for Caterers (REHIS) 142
Part 1 & 2
Health & Safety • - - 140
Sugar Flowers (Intro & Inter) - • - 117
(REHIS Elementary Certificate)
Sugar Paste Modelling - • - 117 • - -
Licensed Premises Staff Training 145
Taster Courses • - - 127 • - -
Managing Safely (IOSH) 140
The Credit Munch - Healthy Eating - • - 122 • - -
Modern Apprenticeship in Domestic 139
on a Budget Natural Gas Installation &
World Tour of Cookery - • - 122 Maintenance (SVQ Level III)
Occupational Safety & Health NEBOSH • • - 139
Travel PT EVE SAT PAGE
- - Scottish Certificate for Personal • - - 144
Airline Cabin Crew Preparation • 128
License Holders (BIIAB)
Sport PT EVE SAT PAGE Security Training (BIIAB) • - - 143
Dru Yoga - • - 130 - • -
Site Management (CIOB Certificate) 143
Flex & Tone - • - 130 - • -
Site Management (CIOB Diploma) 143
Sports Coaching with the Development - • - 130 • - -
Taxi & Private Hire Driver Training 146
of Sport (HNC)

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Welcome

I am pleased to welcome you to Glasgow New Campus Glasgow Merger

Principal’s Welcome ............................ 2 Music.............................................. 36-39

English For Speakers of Met Enterprises ........................ 138-147

To book a course please:

Student Support Services

Part Time Courses (Day/Block Release)

Evening or Saturday Morning Courses

Parking Location Further Information

Student Advisory Service

Careers Advisory Service

Support for Learning

Student Holiday September Weekend

Spring Break (B) day classes

Spring Break (C) day classes

It is always a good idea to check the above dates with your

Opening Times Opening Times

HNC Architectural Technology

Course Profile Construction Technology: Industrial / Dates

HNC Construction Management

HNC Quantity Surveying

National Certificate in the Built Environment

LEVEL 4 Chartered Institute of Housing Diploma

Course Profile Year 2: Price

Course Profile Internal rooms/spaces within the 2D line Dates

Course Profile Create 3D surface models having both Dates

Taking Care of Older Buildings (Level 1)

Course Profile The course includes: Dates

SVQ Level II and III Plastering (PDA Level 6)

SVQ Level II and III Stonemasonry (PDA Level 6)

Course Profile Cutting a return Head Dates

Advanced Certificate Stonemasonry (PDA Level 7)

Course Profile Restoring, Conversing and Preserving Dates

SVQ Level II and III Wall and Floor Tiling

Course Profile Pattern Work to Walls Price

Advanced Certificate Wall and Floor Tiling

Course Profile Water Management in a Wall and Floor Price

Decorative Painting, Graining and Marbling

Course Profile by attending further evening classes. Price

SVQ Level II Decorative Floorlaying

Course Profile Dates Location

SVQ Level II and III Shopfitting

Course Profile training and work based assessments are Location

PDA Advanced Craft Shopfitting

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Course Course Content

Access 3 and Citizenship Pre-intermediate. You will be able to:

Course Course Content Dates

ESOL for College Courses

Course Profile Speaking and writing academic study. Price

Course Profile Dates Location

Course Profile Dates Location

Course Profile Your teacher will recommend a coursebook Price

Course Profile Write emails or letters or make notes on Spanish 3

Level 1 Certificate British Sign Language (CACDP)

Level 2 Certificate British Sign Language (CACDP)

English Higher Exam Preparation

Course Profile Entry Requirements Price

Guitar Skills - Beginners 1

Course Profile Dates 8th Sep 10 - 17th Nov 10

Guitar Skills - Intermediate

Course Profile Guitar Skills Beginners 1 class. Students are Price

Bass Guitar for Beginners

Course Profile basic understanding of guitar or piano, Price

Course Profile Construction Technology: Industrial / Dates

Course Profile Internal rooms/spaces within the 2D line Dates

Course Profile Create 3D surface models having both Dates

Course Profile Cutting a return Head Dates

Course Profile Restoring, Conversing and Preserving Dates

Course Profile Pattern Work to Walls Price

Course Profile Water Management in a Wall and Floor Price

Course Profile Write emails or letters or make notes on Spanish 3

Course Profile Manipulating Resources to Modify the Dates

Course Profile Specifying the purpose and need for Price