Course Description

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This program is designed for the individual that has no previous experience with optical stone setting or hand engraving.

If you are looking to become a diamond setter and hand engraver this course is for you. ​

You will be learning the concept and hands-on of gemstone setting, micro-pave diamond setting and hand engraving on a professional level.

After graduating from this course, you will be job-ready to work as a diamond setting & hand engraver.

 

Course Objectives
 

·         Introduction to tools and equipment’s on your bench.

·         Graver sharpening, creation of a custom tool for both hand engraving and diamond setting

·         Microscope setup and use

·         Geometric layout calculation for stone setting

·         Setting all stone shapes from round to fancy cuts.

·         All style of setting includes and not limited to prong, bezel, flush, channel, all pave styles and fancy              bright cut.

·         Surface preparation for hand engraving

·         Design and transfer of techniques

·         Background treatments and removal

·         Engraving scrolls, letters, and borders.

·         Shading treatments for engraving.

·         Gold inlay and overlay

·         Sculpting and raised engraving

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CLASS PROJECT(S)

 

For stone setting: copper, steel, and brass plates, rings, pendants, and various Jewellery items made of alloy metal for the student to exercise with.

For Hand Engraving: copper, steel, and brass plates, rings, pendants, knife.

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Course duration: 6 or 10 weeks  

Attendance: 240 or 400 Hours

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Requirements

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This class had no requirement, but the student has the option of attending a one-week beginner hand engraving class to see if this profession fits their expectations.

 

Please note:

Course information is subject to change without notice.