Emphasis is on completing single pieces of jewellery and the technical skills necessary in their production. The content of this course can be applied to other related studies where fine motor skills and creative expression are encouraged. Hours Working mainly with wire, this course investigates chain making by producing various samples, leading to finished chains. Other linking systems such as rivets, hinges and clasps are explored. This course is an introduction to basic jewellery fabrication techniques by working with sheet metal and wire.
Emphasis is on technical skills in the fabrication of single pieces of jewellery.
This course develops students' drawing and rendering skills through various techniques and media as related to jewellery and metals. This course deals with the elements of gemological knowledge that are of importance in jewellery design, silversmithing, gem-setting and jewellery repair, and with practices of instrumental gem identification that are fundamental to persons in the jewellery trade. This course is an introduction to silversmithing skills, tools and methods through the making of basic bowls and cylinders. This course is a comprehensive investigation of the materials and methods of production casting. Emphasis is on accurate model making the production of multiple items of jewellery suitable for a manufacturer.