1.Introduction to Copper Crafting:
•Understanding copper properties and its benefits for cookware.
•History and cultural significance of copper in culinary arts.
2.Metalworking Techniques:
•Cutting, shaping, and forming copper sheets.
•Joining methods: soldering, riveting, and seamless construction.
•Polishing and finishing for durability and aesthetics.
3.Cookware Design and Functionality:
•Designing functional cookware: pots, pans, and specialty items.
•Heat conduction principles for optimal cooking performance.
•Testing and refining designs for usability and safety.
4.Lining and Coating Techniques:
•Application of tin, stainless steel, or ceramic linings for food safety.
•Maintenance and re-tinning of copper cookware.
5.Sustainable Practices:
•Sourcing eco-friendly materials and reducing waste in production.
•Recycling copper and reusing scraps.
6.Entrepreneurship and Business Skills:
•Branding and marketing handcrafted cookware.
•Pricing, online selling platforms, and managing a cookware business.
7. Safety and Quality Standards:
•Ensuring food safety compliance in cookware production.
•Quality assurance processes and durability testing.
8.Cultural and Artistic Expression:
•Incorporating cultural motifs and artistic elements into designs.
•Exploring copper cookware as both functional tools and works of art.
2.5 years full-time, with hands-on workshops, theoretical sessions, and a strong focus on business acumen. The program culminates in a final project where students design and produce a signature cookware line.