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October 2019
CLOCK 120: The American Style Time-and-Strike Movement
This introductory course is to present the learner with the various aspects of clocks. There is much to know! What will be stressed in this 3-day hands-on educational program will be an examination of an American style time/strike movement. This movement is a most common example of clocks found in repair centers. The learner will start with examining the movement as a time only movement, the strike train will be removed. The educational program on day one will center upon…
Find out more »November 2019
Build a Watch – Adler’s Jewelry in Metairie, Lousiana
Join AWCI's Watchmaking professionals as we return to Metairie, Lousiana and they team up with Adler's Jewelry on November 3, 2019 for a day of watchmaking. Our Build a Watch 2.0 includes a newly designed in-house watch case in stainless steel or pvd, your choice of 4 dials, and 3 different styles of hands. This is your opportunity to assemble a Swiss Made ETA 6497 movement, lubricate the moving parts, install a dial and hands, and case up your very own…
Find out more »Watch 100: Introduction to Watchmaking
A survey course for the new or prospective watchmaker covering the basic skills and techniques used by the modern watchmaker. This class is perfect for anyone thinking about entering the profession of watchmaking or for the individual who just wants to gain a better appreciation for the art of watchmaking. Class Schedule: 5 days, Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Find out more »January 2020
Watch 350: Tool making for watchmakers & Clockmakers: The watchmaker’s Lathe II
This course is a continuation to Watchmaker’s Lathe I and the purpose is to teach the student the necessary knowledge and hand-skills to manufacture various parts in steel that will be functional in a mechanical watch, e.g. the winding stem. Prerequisite: Watch 250: Essential Micromechanics - The Watchmakers Lathe I or Instructor approval
Find out more »Watch 250 The Essential Micromechanics – The Watchmakers Lathe I
Join us at AWCI headquarters for one of these great Lathe classes. In Watch 250 you will learn Basic Micromechanics skills on the lathe.
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WATCH 180: Basic Watch Servicing
Come participate in this course to build upon the skills from WATCH 100: Introduction to Watchmaking. Additional skills will be covered bridging this class to other more advanced classes.
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Watch 155: Fundamentals on Quartz Watches
Join us for this New class which will focus on technician level quartz troubleshooting, diagnostics and service.
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