Course Description
Design is one of the most important aspects of making jewellery yet it is often over looked. During this introductory course you will explore the basics of jewellery design as it provides a great opportunity to explore, experiment and develop crafting skills essential for building a lasting foundation in this type of design.

Class Scheduling
Depends on the schedule

Learning Objectives
Participants will gain the skills needed to design jewellery pieces and execute metalsmithing techniques such as, piercing, filing, forming, soldering, etc. They will be able to identify different types of metals, their gauges and properties and how they are used in jewellery/metals projects.

Topics Covered:

• Drawing for jewellery design
• Basic metal-smithing techniques, such as:
• Sawing
• Filing
• Soldering
• Making jewelry with silver and brass
• Creating your own earrings, pendants and rings.

Qualification Obtained
KEMET Certificate of completion

Job Prospects
Some of the Jobs directly related to this course;

• Jewellery maker
• Jewellery specialist
• Jewellery consultant
• Jewellery designer
• Fashion stylist

Access to Further Studies
Using their outcome portfolios, students can apply to specialization courses (e.g. Jewelry making wire wrapping or Fashion design, and fashion styling) postgraduate courses and master’s programs.