Course Overview

Organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, the "Third Phase Macau Traditional Shipbuilding Workshop" will be held from August 14 to November 1. The course is free of charge and welcomes Macau residents aged 16 to 65 to apply.

Course Content

This workshop aims to promote and preserve Macau's traditional shipbuilding craftsmanship. Led by experienced shipbuilding artisans, the course will provide hands-on instruction in traditional shipbuilding techniques and share practical experience. Using a "big ship, small model" approach, participants will learn to create simple wooden ship models, thereby enhancing their understanding of Macau's traditional shipbuilding craft, its history, and its cultural significance.

Course Details

• Instruction Language: Cantonese
• Course Structure: The workshop consists of theoretical and practical sessions.
• Theoretical Session: 2 hours, held on Friday, August 14, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Former Residence of General Ye Ting.
• Practical Sessions: 84 hours total, divided into 24 lessons.
  • Schedule: From August 15 to November 1.
    • Class A: Every Saturday, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
    • Class B: Every Sunday, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
  • Venue: Mandarin's House.
• Class Size: Total of 8 participants (4 per class for practical sessions A and B).

Application & Selection

• Application Period: From now until August 2.
• How to Apply: Register via the Cultural Affairs Bureau's "Online Activity Registration System" at www.icm.gov.mo/eform/event.
• Selection Process: If the number of applicants exceeds the quota, selection will be based on an interview.
• Interview Details: Scheduled for August 6 and 7 at 6:00 PM at the Former Residence of General Ye Ting (Address: No. 76, Rua do Almirante Costa Cabral).

Certificate & Requirements

• Certificate: A certificate of completion will be awarded.
• Model Ship: Participants will receive the finished model sailboat they created.
• Attendance Requirement: To be eligible for the certificate and model, participants must achieve an attendance rate of 85% or higher.

Health & Safety Measures

In line with pandemic prevention efforts, all participants are required to wear masks during the activity. The event will be conducted in accordance with health department guidelines, with appropriate preventive measures in place.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please call 8590 4340 during office hours.