A Royal Navy veteran created a commemorative gold ring with the help of Plymouth’s adult education provider, On Course South West.
David Oddy enrolled in a course to learn how to use a 3D printer during a four-week course at Hyde Park House and used his newfound skills to create an incredibly special item.
Having served as a marine engineer on board HMS Brilliant during the Falklands War when he was just 18, David wanted to create a commemorative item ahead of a reunion with his former colleagues in Newcastle. He came up with the idea of producing a gold ring incorporating the crest of the ship he served on.
David remarked, "From the course itself, Barry my personal tutor, and the staff support I received, they gave me the tools to accomplish everything I set out to do. The possibilities with 3D printing are practically limitless. My first project was to create a gold ring for my association reunion for HMS Brilliant (1980-83). My next project is to create 3D models of several medieval rings."
Councillor Sally Cresswell, Cabinet Member for Education, Skills and Apprenticeships at Plymouth City Council said: "It’s fantastic to receive such great feedback about the course and to see the incredible ring that David made. On Course South West provides a huge range of creative courses covering topics such as painting, tile making, flower arranging, cookery, and 3D digital printing. We look forward to welcoming more learners to our small, friendly adult education venues in Plymouth in the future."
More information about the courses on offer at On Course South West can be found at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk.