Metal Decoration Techniques

Paper Code: 
24CJWT603
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
120.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  1. Familiarize with the basic concepts in jewellery & gemology.
  2. Study evolution & development of jewellery making & trade practices in India.
  3. Gain knowledge about the Gem stones and materials used in jewellery and study their properties.
  4. Imparts extensive practical training in finishes and enameling.

 

Course Outcomes: 

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24CJWT 603 

 

 

 

Metal Decoration Techniques

 

 

 

 

CO120: Develop the skills necessary to incorporate surface decoration techniques into their jewellery designs through hands-on practice Additionally, they will gain practical knowledge of each setting type, allowing them to effectively apply these techniques to enhance their jewellery designs.

CO121: Compile comprehensive practical records detailing plans related to jewellery design across diverse institutional settings and cultivate verbal communication skills to converse effectively with examiners.

CO122: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

Approach in teaching: Interactive Practical Sessions , Theme board  , Demonstrations ,Giving tasks, Field practical , inspiration board,  Workshop ,  Laboratory industry visits,  Group and Team work

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective , Product and Design development

Class test, Semester end examinations, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

120.00
Unit I: 
Metal Finishing Techniques
  • Type of soil on metal
  • Cleaning solution finishing technique
  • Hand polishing and buffing
  • Type of finishes on metals:
  • Gloss
  • Matte
  • Florentine
  • Satin
  • Hammering
  • Surface ornamentation with heat                                                       
  • Metal fusion techniques

       Surface Ornamentation                                                                        

  • Enameling
  • Stamping
  • Filigrees

       Stone Setting:                                                                                         

  • Prong
  • Channel
  • Bezel
  • Pave

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Untracht, O. (2011). Jewellery concepts & technology. Doubleday.
  • Pinton, D. (2009). Jewellery Technology.
  • Untracht, O. (2010). Metal techniques for craftsmen Garden City, NY: Doubleday.
  • Miller, J.(2009). The work of Master Goldsmith: A Unique Collection. Robert Hale.

 

Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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