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SUMMARY:Watch 100: Introduction to Watchmaking
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \n  \nA 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. \n \nThis course is a foundational course ideal for someone who is a collector\,  new to watchmaking or wanting to know more about how a watch works. \nOur week long introduction to watchmaking class is a week long full curriculum which walks you through a number of watchmaking fundamentals including movement tech guides\, cleaning and lubrication\, endshakes\, the ETCACHRON regulation system\, timing\, dialing and casing as well as fundamental watchmaking nomenclature and best practices. \nThere are no prerequisites for this class and we provide all the tools needed for the class\, with the exception of a watchmakers loupe.  A watchmakers loupe can be purchased through a supply house.  An Asco or Bergeon loupe with a removable bezel\, for cleaning purposes\, is the ideal purchase in a 2.5 focal length\, 4 power loupe.  A wire for the loupe should also be purchased.  If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Jason Champion our education director at education@awci.com or at 513-367-9800 ext 303 \nPrerequisites: none \nCost: $1295 for AWCI members / $1445 for non-members \nClass Schedule: 5 days\, Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nFeel free to contact our education director Jason Champion with any questions at education@awci.com or at 866-367-2924 extension 303.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/watch-100-introduction-to-watchmaking-4/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
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SUMMARY:Watch 230: Balance Staffing and Timing
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nThe purpose of this course is to teach the student all the fundamentals of balance staffing. Topics covered will include the verification and analysis of the escapement function\, poising (static & dynamic)\, truing and timing adjustment in a mechanical watch. Cutting out a balance staff on a lathe and adjusting the balance staff\, and removing balance staffs from Glucydur balances with the Horia tool. \nPrerequisites: \n\nMinimum 3 years full-time experience in watch repair (and/or) having attended the following AWCI Courses:\nWATCH 200: Modern Automatic Watches\nKnowledge of watch escapement\nKnowledge of the oscillator unit\nOwnership of necessary hand tools\nOwnership of the books The Theory of Horology and The Watch Repairer’s Manual is essential. Must read pages 99-166 of\nThe Theory of Horology prior to attending the course.\n\nLength of course: 40 hours in 5 days\, (Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\, Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) \nCost $1295 for AWCI members $1445 for non-members \nFor the syllabus and the tool list for the class click here. \nContact AWCI to register for this class at education@awci.com or 866-367-2924. \n 
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/balance-staffing-and-timing-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Watch 220: Modern Mechanical Chronograph
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this course is to teach the student all the fundamentals of modern mechanical automatic watch repair that are most prevalent on today’s market. The student will learn how to perform the various diagnostics in evaluating the condition of the various components\, cleaning\, assembling\, adjustments\, dialing and casing. \nPrerequisites: \n\nHaving at least three (3) years in mechanical watch repair\nWATCH 190:21st Century Watchmaking Standards course\nReading pages 169-188 of the book The Theory of Horology is essential prior to attending the course.\n\nCost $1295 for AWCI members $1445 for non-members \nFor the Syllabus and List of Tools click here \nContact AWCI  to register for this class at education@awci.com or 866-367-2924
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/watch-220-modern-mechanical-chronograph-3-3-25-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
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SUMMARY:Watch 190: 21st Century Watchmaking Standards
DESCRIPTION:This course is not an introduction course.  The purpose of this course is to help those who are already working at the bench as a watchmaker and are preparing for the CW21 calibrate to current SOPs  The “Standard Operating Procedures” (SOP’s) used in modern watch repair will be discussed and implemented.  Verification and analysis of the individual components of the movement will be assessed and corrected. \nFor those planning to take any future classes\, the CW21 or Brand Specific Training as it helps develop the necessary skill sets to a better training experience. \nEvaluate your skillset in this course by exploring the fundamentals of modern mechanical watch repair including cleanliness\, lubrication\, endshake adjustment\, and may include the verification and analysis of escapement function. \nIdeal for students who have experience at the bench\, but have not attended a watchmaking school or courses with AWCI. \nInstructor: Jason Champion\, CW21 \nTo Register call  866-FOR-AWCI (367-2924)\, \nClick Here to see the Syllabus and tool list for this course \nAWCI Member Price $1295  Non-member Price $1\,445
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/21st-century-watchmaking-standards-4-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
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