The Course is largely workshop-based, providing a broad introduction to practicalmetalworking. The Course is distinct in value in that it allows learners to develop practical psychomotor skills (manual dexterity and control) in a specialist practical craft. It helps learners develop safe working practices and to become proactive in matters of health and safety. It allows them to learn how to use a range of tools, equipment and materials correctly and provides skills that are complementary to other curriculum areas, particularly woodworking.,The Course is distinct in value in that it allows learners to develop practical psychomotor skills (manual dexterity and control) in a specialist practical craft. It helps learners develop safe working practices and to become proactive in matters of health and safety. It allows them to learn how to use a range of tools, equipment and materials correctly and provides skills that are complementary to other curriculum areas, particularly woodworking.