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Saint Paul College Programs
Clockmaking
Clockmaking Certificate
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| WMCM 1202 | Turning 1 | 5 |
| WMCM 2510 | Basic Clock Repair | 4 |
| WMCM 2511 | Basic Clock Benchwork | 3 |
| WMCM 2512 | Introduction to Clock Escapements | 3 |
| WMCM 2530 | Westminster Chime Clock Repair | 3 |
| Subtotal | 18 | |
| General Education Requirements | 3 | |
| WMCM 1203 | Turning 2 | 5 |
| WMCM 2531 | Antique and European Clock Repair | 4 |
| WMCM 2532 | Cuckoo Clock Repair | 3 |
| WMCM 2535 | Repair of Specialty Clocks | 3 |
| Total Program Credits | 29 | |
| Optional Electives: | ||
| WMCM 1480 | Horological Lab 1 | 3 |
| WMCM 1580 | Horological Lab 2 | 3 |
| WMCM 2480 | Horological Lab 3 | 3 |
Course Descriptions
WMCM 1202 Micro Mechanics - Turning 1
In this course students will learn the proper use and function of a watchmaker's lathe and turns to make cylindrical shapes to precise measurements. The students will learn to shape, sharpen and use hand gravers to cut brass and steel wire. The cutting of right angles and radii will be introduced. 5C/2/3/0
WMCM 1203 Micro Mechanics - Turning 2
In this course students will build on the skills, knowledge and dexterity acquired in previous courses by turning wire to smaller dimensions and to closer tolerances. The burnishing of metals for appearance and strength will be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on the finish of work pieces produced. An assessment of student learning to date will be given and graded by Swiss industry professionals. 5C/2/3/0
WMCM 1480 Horological Lab 1
This horological lab is designed to allow completion of hands-on skill activities and enhance the practical aspects of courses related to WMCM courses. 3C/0/3/0
WMCM 1580 Horological Lab 2
This horological lab is designed to allow completion of handson skill activities and enhance the practical aspects of courses related to WMCM courses. 3C/0/3/0
WMCM 2480 Horological Lab 3
This horological lab is designed to allow completion of handson skill activities and enhance the practical aspects of courses related to WMCM courses. 3C/0/3/0
WMCM 2510 Basic Clock Repair
This course will cover the assessment of needed repairs, basic repair techniques, needed tools and their application, some specialized bench techniques, and estimating costs to repair an hour/half hour striking American clock. Basic lathe skills are included. Skills needed for class are average mechanical ability, normal eyesight with or without glasses, and a basic set of clock tools that cost about $200. 4C/3/1/0
WMCM 2511 Basic Clock Benchwork
This course will include repair of lantern pinions, replacement of lantern pinion trundels, replacement of broken wheel and barrel teeth, fitting new strip pallets, refinishing pallet pads, making large and special bushings, using “soft” solder, straightening arbors and pivots, straightening escape wheel teeth and making escape wheel round and concentric. 3C/2/1/0
WMCM 2512 Inro to Clock Escapements
This course will introduce students to a variety of clock escapements including recoil, Graham Dead Beat, Brocott, Pin Lever, Floating Balance, Verge and Pinwheel. Students will be able to identify each escapement and to make basic adjustments to make escapements functional. (Prerequisite(s): WCJR 2510) 3C/2/1/0
WMCM 2530 Westminster Chime Clock Repair
This course will cover the identification, disassembly, repair, reassembly, adjustment, and coordination of a modern Westminster Chime clock movement. (Prerequisite(s): WCJR 2510, or one year of experience in clock repair) 3C/2/1/0
WMCM 2531 Antique & European Clock Repair
Covers the identification, disassembly, repair, reassembly, adjustment and coordination of selected Antique and European Clocks. There will be an emphasis on unique escapements. (Prerequisite(s): WMCM 2510) 4C/3/1/0
WMCM 2532 Cuckoo Clock Repair
This course will present the assessment of needed repairs, basic repair techniques, needed tools, specialized bench techniques and estimating costs of repair of Cuckoo Clocks. (Prerequisite(s): WMCM 2510) 3C/2/1/0
WMCM 2535 Repair of Specialty Clocks
This course will include making basic repairs on a 400-day, quartz, electric fit up and other specialty clocks. (Prerequisite(s): WMCM 2510, or one year experience in Clock Repair) 3C/2/1/0
