Boatbuilding - Production Composite - Apprenticeship
Construction
A course by
MAST Academy
Gain the knowledge and skills to work independently in the refit or construction of composite production boats for the marine industry.
NZ$5,440
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Operate as a production boatbuilder
Work independently and as part of a team in the refit or construction of composite production boats following industry standards.
Apply workplace health and safety practices
Demonstrate effective workplace health and safety in a boatbuilding context.
What You're Signing Up For
This apprenticeship programme equips learners with practical and technical skills necessary for working in the boat building sector—specifically focusing on the refit and construction of composite production boats. It is entry-level, designed for individuals seeking to start or further their careers in boatbuilding, providing training through workplace-based, online, and self-study formats. Modules include workplace health and safety, team and tool management, technical skills, materials, calculations, sustainability, production-specific technical skills, quality control, and drawing interpretation.
Course Content
- Workplace Health and Safety
- Teamwork and Team Skills
- Tool and Equipment Usage
- Technical Boatbuilding Skills
- Material Science and Properties
- Technical Calculations
- Sustainability in Boatbuilding
- Production Composite Technical Skills
- Quality Control
- Boatbuilding Drawings
- Advanced Composites (Block Course)
What you need to know first
Legal eligibility to study in NZ (immigration status verified).
Employed in a production boatbuilding environment.
Find these employment opportunities
Production BoatbuilderComposite FabricatorComposite Technician
Unlock these industries
MAST Academy is New Zealand's specialist training provider for the marine and composites industries. If you want to build boats, work with advanced materials, or pursue a career on the water, this is where that training happens in New Zealand. Their programmes are workplace-based, industry-connected, and built around the trades and technologies that put Kiwi craftsmanship on the world map.
