History of Jewellery & Manufacturing process (Theory)

Paper Code: 
JWD 331
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  1. To understand the skills and techniques of basic shaping, soldering and finishing, setting, re-tipping and to understand the areas of repairs, modifications & production of jewellery.
  2. To impart an understanding of Professional and Historical contexts of Jewellery.
  3. To understand the history and the cultural aspects of jewellery design and metal smiting.

Learning outcomes (COs):

 

Course

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Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course  Code

Course Title

JWD 331

History Of Jewellery & Manufacturing  Process

Students will:

CO23: Use knowledge of the history of jewellery, its production, design, social context and function to inform design decisions.

CO24: Relate the history and the cultural aspects of various historical periods with  jewellery design and metal smoothing.

CO25: Understand the techniques, process terminology and tool of materials used in commercial jewellery manufacture.

CO26: Learn the steps involved in mass production.

CO27: Evaluate the properties of different material.

 

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignment, Demonstration, Team teaching

Learning activities for the students: Self learning Assignments, Effective questions.

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects
 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Study of historical Jewellery - India
  • Mauryan
  • Gupta
  • Kushan
  • Mughal

 

 

12.00
Unit II: 
History of Jewellery
  • Art Nouveau
  • Art Deco
  • Edwardian Styles
  • Victorian Jewellery
  • Retro  
  •  Egypt
  • Greece
  • Roman

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Manufacturing process
  • Handmade jewellery
  • Tools for Handmade jewellery
  • Casting

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Special processes
  • Solders & Soldering
  • Electroplating
  • Laser technology
  • Electroforming
  •  quality control process
12.00
Unit V: 
Metal Decoration
  • Enameling
  • Sand blasting
  • Filigree work       
  • Rawa work

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Untracht, O. (2011). Jewellery concepts & technology. Doubleday.
  • Evans, J. (2002). A History of Jewellery. Courier Corporation.
  • Johns, C. (2013). The jewellery of Roman Britain: Celtic and classical traditions. Routledge.
  • Bell, J. (2004). Collecting Victorian Jewelry: Identification and Price Guide. Penguin
  • Higgins, R., & Higgins, R. A. (1980). Greek and Roman jewellery. Univ of California Press.
  • Enameling and Engraving to Inlay and Granulation.  Krause Publications Craft.
  • Codina, C. (2007). Goldsmithing & silver work: jewellery, vessels & ornaments. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

 

 

References: 
  • Olver, E. (2001). Jewelry Making Techniques Book. North Light Books.
  • McGrath, J. (2005). The Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes: From
  • Enameling and Engraving to Inlay and Granulation.  Krause Publications Craft.
  • Le Van, M. (Ed.). (2005).ThePenland Book of Jewelry: Master Classes in Jewelry Techniques. Lark Books.
  • Codina, C. (2007). Goldsmithing & silver work: jewelry, vessels & ornaments. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
  • Loney, J. (2009). Metal Jewelry Made Easy: A Crafter's Guide to Fabricating Necklaces, Earrings, Bracelets & More. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

E-RESOURCES:

JOURNALS

  • Journal of Gem & Jewellery Industry 
  • Art of Jewellery
  • Diamond World
  • Journal of Gem & Jewellery
Academic Year: 
2022-2023
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