Metal Decoration Techniques(Practical)

Paper Code: 
JWT 604
Credits: 
08
Contact Hours: 
120.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

  • This course will enable the students to –

    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.

    Learning outcomes (COs):

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    JWT 604 

     

     

     

    Metal Decoration Techniques

     

     

     

    The students will be able to –

     

    CO121: Ability to design and make jewelry, wearable using precious and semi-precious gemstones.

    CO122: Effective use of techniques of various metal decoration techniques like filigree, granulation, metal textures, enameling etc.

    CO123: Make a wearable piece of art from initial conception to finished realization.

    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

Jewellery Making techniques :

 

  1. Metal finishing techniques :                                      40 hrs.
  • Type of soil on metal
  • cleaning solution finishing technique
  • Hand polishing and buffing
  • Rhodium plating
  • Type of finishes on metals :
    • Gloss
    • Matte
    • Florentine
    • Satin
    • Hammering
  1. Surface ornamentation                                            50 hrs.
  • Enameling
  • Stamping

 

  1. Stone setting:                                                            30 Hrs.
  • Prong
  • Channel
  • Bezel
  • Pave
Essential Readings: 

BOOKS RECOMMENDED:

  • McGrath, J. (2005). The Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes: FromEnameling and Engraving to Inlay and Granulation.  Krause Publications Craft.
  • Le Van, M. (Ed.). (2005).The Penland Book of Jewelry: Master Classes in Jewelry Techniques. Lark Books.
  • Codina, C. (2007). Goldsmithing & silver work: jewelry, vessels & ornaments. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

 

Academic Year: 
2020-21
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