This four session virtual learning course is geared toward experienced entertainment riggers looking to review and sharpen the math skills outlined by the Entertainment Technician Certification program. It examines mathematical principles through real world scenarios broken down and examined step-by-step with visual examples and instructor prompted problem solving.
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to identify the relevant math principles and formulas and demonstrate their application in a variety of real world rigging scenarios. The course covers the rigging math sills necessary for success on the ETCP Arena or Theatre Rigging exams. Current ETCP certified technicians are eligible for 16 renewal credits for participation.
Basic math refresh
Components of force, vectors
Design factors
Pulley math, D/d Ratio, fleet angles
Load basics
Center of gravity, tilt a two-point object
Loads on a beam, single, multiple, cantilevered
Multi-point uniform distributed loads, equal point spacing, equal load sharing
Slings and forces, effective length of hitch, breast-lines, calculating bridle leg length and tension
Ground supported structures
Team problem solving challenge
DATES: June 23-26, 2020
LOCATION: GoToTraining
INSTRUCTOR: Michael Matthews, ETCP Recognized Trainer
This course is made possible through the IATSE TTF Course Reimbursement Program. If you are interested in this training, contact Local 479 for more information.