Press Releases
Westlawn Experiences Dramatic Growth After
Transfer to ABYC
February 23, 2004, Edgewater, MD: Since the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) acquired the Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) in May of 2003, Westlawn has experienced dramatic growth. In the past nine months, from May 1, 2003 through January 31, 2004, enrollment in Westlawn has increased by over 60% when compared to the previous year.
In addition to the increase in enrollment, below is a list of accomplishments that have occurred over the past nine months:
- Westlawn has graduated 36 students from it's four Modules;
- Two Westlawn students have gone on to positions at prominent design offices: Farr International and the Oracle BMW Racing's America's Cup Team;
- A completely upgraded CAD policy and curriculum has been put in place, ensuring that Westlawn graduates will be proficient in the latest in CAD drawing, hull fairing and advanced 3D modeling technology;
- The integration of Westlawn with ABYC has led to numerous additional benefits to Westlawn students, including, ABYC membership and the inclusion of ABYC standards in the Westlawn course materials;
- Availability of new proper spline weights for traditional marine drafting;
- Discounts on Westlawn tuition for ABYC members; and
- With the combination of the ABYC and Westlawn libraries, ABYC now has one of THE largest, most comprehensive library of cataloged books dedicated to boats, boat design and boating safety — that is available for public use!
Dave Gerr, Director of Westlawn said, "The combined resources and abilities of ABYC and Westlawn are proving an ideal mix for enhancing Westlawn and the Westlawn program." "We are moving forward with continuous updating and evaluation of the curriculum and course materials, our web site and much more, and we ask that you stay tuned for more exciting new developments from Westlawn in the next few months!," concluded Gerr.
Founded in 1930, the Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology is the only nationally accredited and state certified distance-learning school of small-craft design in the United States. As the not-for-profit educational affiliate of the American Boat and Yacht Council, Westlawn's primary function is to assure a continual source of highly skilled designers to the marine industry. To learn more about Westlawn please call (410) 956-7100 or visit the Westlawn Web Site at www.westlawn.org.
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