Metal Decorations

Paper Code: 
24CJWT401
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  1. Provide comprehensive knowledge about metal decoration.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment

Strategies

COURSE CODE

COURSE TITLE

24CJWT401

Metal Decorations

 

 

CO66:  Compare various types and process of metal decoration techniques.

CO67:  Examine the use of various enameling techniques to enhance the design.

CO68:  Explore the process of filigree in jewellery and other kind of products .

CO69:  Apply  engraving and embossing in jewellery and other kind of products .

CO70: Maximize the use of granulation to elevate and enrich the design's aesthetic appeal..

CO71: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

 

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Demonstration, Team work

 

Learning activities for the students:Self-learning assignments, Effective , Effective questions

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

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Metal Decorations

Meaning and types of metal decorations

12.00
Unit II: 
Enameling & inlay
  • The kinds of enamel
  • Techniques
  • History

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Filigree

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Engraving & Embossing
  • Meaning & Process
  • Difference between Engraving and Embossing
  • Stamping

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Granulation work
  • Meaning and Technique
  • Granules
  • Hard soldering
  • Fusing
  • Colloidal soldering

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Untracht, O. (2010). Metal techniques for craftsmen . Garden City, NY: Doubleday.
  • Brittain,A. ; Morton,P.(2010). Engraving on Precious Metals, London : N.A.G. Press
  • Darty,L. (2004). The Art of Enamelling : techniques, Asheville,N.c : Lark Books.

 

 

Academic Year: 
2024-2025
  • Printer-friendly version
  • PDF version