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Ropework
The course will teach you about different types of ropes and their uses. We will look at how to whip the ends using different methods to avoid fraying. We also look at splicing 3-strand nylon so that you can start making your own mooring lines. We will also splice Dyneema and demonstrate how to make a soft shackle that you will take home.
$250 when purchased as a single entity for the half-day or $200 when completing with Marine Electrics training and therefore partaking in the full classroom day ($400 total).
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Wynnum-Manly, Brisbane, QLD
This course is about literally learning the ropes!
We will teach you about different types of ropes and their uses. We will look at how to whip the ends using different methods to avoid fraying. We also look at splicing 3-strand nylon so that you can start making your own mooring lines. We will also splice Dyneema and teaching how to make a soft shackle for you to take home
Specific Topics Covered:
Theory:
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Types of ropes and their preferred uses
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Rope strength and workloads
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D/D ratios and impact on rope strength
Practical:
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Whipping ends to avoid fraying, including back splicing
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Splicing eyes on nylon ropes, handy for mooring and anchoring lines
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Splice Dyneema and Spectra
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How to make soft shackles (you get to make one to take home)
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Previous Experience
Nil required
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Course Duration
Half-day
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Certificate Upon Completion
