[TheForge] blacksmithing / metalwork formal training and higher education

[CGRAF]

Any limited range of study, be it blacksmithing, math , theology...
CAN be well even perhaps equally served by individual tutelage either in 
person or on the internet (if one is careful of sources, which of course 
is somewhat true on campus also <G>)

Where campus education has few equals is in the ability to study, 
History, Art, Math and Composition at the same time in a somewhat 
structured format. I have known several well rounded individuals who 
have accomplished terrific results on their own, but they are few and 
far between. I also know a multitude who went campus and are mediocre, 
well rounded, but mediocre.

Mike Graf

On 10/26/2013 8:14 AM, Matthew DeStito wrote:
> I can understand that for techniques, but from the metallurgy aspect a
> formal course is a very good thing. Choosing the right king of metal or the
> right grade is difficult to learn self taught, and can be expensive, but if
> you are taught why one grade does better in a specific situation can save
> money. That being said, I definately do prefer a hands on method to learn
> something.
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