On completion of the course you should have a
range of skills and knowledge, which offer many opportunities within the trade.
Course layout
The programme is delivered through practice
projects. You will be encouraged to select elements of the programme which will
increase your understanding of professional standards in design and manufacture
in order to maximise career opportunities within the jewellery industry.
Pavé stone placement
Pavé setting, rub over setting and claw setting: Step by Step Rendering
Technique
Baguettes and Calibrés (cut to a specific size)
Invisible-setting and various settings for the round stone
Grouping fancy shape stones
Ring
Introduction to the ring and design / Mechanical drawing
Three-quarter view (pencil Line Drawing)
Solitaire – Mechanical and fancy setting (ink and full colour)
Large centre stone with side stones ring and twisted shank ring
Earring
Introduction to the earring / The earring’s dynamic principles