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Manufacturing Process [1]

Paper Code: 
JWT- 602
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Learning outcomes (COs):

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(at course level)

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COURSE CODE

COURSE TITLE

JWT 602
Manufacturing Process

 

 

 

 

The students will –

CO133: Understand the techniques, process terminology, tool & materials used in commercial jewellery manufacture.

CO134: The steps involved in mass production and other fabrication methods.

 

CO135: Evaluate the properties of different material and learn about  Solder metal parts together with consistency and intent using a variety of traditional joints.

CO136: Create specific and original design and clear processes in production.

CO137: aware about quality control process and finishing of products .

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

 

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective , Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks

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

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Manufacturing process:
  • Handmade
  • Modeling
  • Casting 
  • Method of giving form to molten metal.
  • The Development of casting technology
  • Model Types
  • Lost Wax Casting
  • Advantages & Limitations
  • Type of Wax
  • Hand carving Wax
  • Building or Sculpture Wax
  • Soft Wax
  • Tacky Sticks
  • Water Soluble wax
  • Injection Wax

 

 

9.00
Unit II: 
Solders & Soldering
  • Meaning
  • Solders
  • Flux
  • Soldering jigs
  • Refractory material used for jigs and soldering surfaces
  • Screws bolts and nuts and screw joints
  • Rivets and reviting
  • Soldering techniques & Process

 

9.00
Unit III: 
Clips &Connections:
  • A Keg Closing 
  •  A Box Closing
  • Spring Clip
  •   A Bayonet Closing
  • Locks (Stop)
  •  Clips For Earring
  •   Connections with Half Ring for Settings
  • Connection with A Hinged Stud
  •   A Nail Connection
  • Basic type of joints
9.00
Unit IV: 
Metallic Buildup
  • Metal Finishing: Achieving desired surface appearance                               
  • Type of finish on metal
  • Type of soil on metals
  • Hand polish and buffing
  • Abrasives
  • Laser Technology
  • Electroforming Process

Electroplating

Process [2], Strike [3], Current Density [4], Brush Electroplating [5], Electroless Deposition [6] & Cleanliness [7]

 

 

9.00
Unit V: 
Quality Control Assurance parameters
  • Focus on Quality Control
  • Design
  • Manufacturing Activities
  • Purity
  • Certified Precious Stones:
  • Price control
  • Process & Information Integrity
  • Health Hazards to artisans due to various processes in Jewellery Manufacturing and their preventions.

 

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Untracht, O. (2011). Jewelry concepts & technology. Doubleday.
  • Pinton, D. (2009). Jewellery Technology.
  • Untracht, O. (2010). Metal techniques for craftsmen Garden City, NY: Doubleday.
  • Miller, J.(2009). The work of Master Goldsmith: A Unique Collection. Robert Hale.

 

 

References: 
  •   Olver, E. (2001). Jewelry Making Techniques Book. North Light Books.
  •  McGrath, J. (2005). The Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes: From
  • Enameling and Engraving to Inlay and Granulation.  Krause Publications Craft.
  • Le Van, M. (Ed.). (2005).ThePenland Book of Jewelry: Master Classes in Jewelry                                                                 Techniques Lark Books.
  •  Codina, C. (2007). Goldsmithing & silver work: jewelry, vessels & ornaments. Sterling                                 Publishing Company, Inc.
  •  Loney, J. (2009). Metal Jewelry Made Easy: A Crafter's Guide to Fabricating Necklaces,    Earrings, Bracelets  & More. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

E-RESOURCES:

JOURNALS:

  • Journal of Gem & Jewellery Industry 
  • Art of Jewellery
  • Diamond World
Academic Year: 
2022-2023 [11]

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Links:
[1] https://www.jewellery.iisuniv.ac.in/courses/subjects/manufacturing-process-13
[2] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electroplating#Process#Process
[3] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electroplating#Strike#Strike
[4] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electroplating#Current_density#Current_density
[5] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electroplating#Brush_electroplating#Brush_electroplating
[6] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electroplating#Electroless_deposition#Electroless_deposition
[7] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electroplating#Cleanliness#Cleanliness
[8] https://www.pdfdrive.com/the-art-of-soldering-for-jewelry-makers-techniques-and-projects-e183869925.html
[9] https://www.gemsociety.org/jewelry-lapidary/metalsmithing-jewelry-making-techniques/
[10] https://www.gemsociety.org/jewelry-lapidary/jewelry-making-tools/
[11] https://www.jewellery.iisuniv.ac.in/academic-year/2022-2023