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Metal Smiting [1]

Paper Code: 
MJD 224
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to –

  1. Understand the skills that how to work with machines and use different types of hand tools on well-equipped work benches.
  2. Provide the knowledge and skills to make jewellery of excellent quality.
  3. Imparts extensive practical training in finishes and enameling.

Learning outcomes (COs):

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Learning and teaching strategies

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COURSE Code

COURSE Title

 

MJD 224

 
 
 

Metal Smiting

 

 

The students will –

CO48: Work with a variety of materials including non-precious and precious metal and make effective use of various manufacturing techniques

CO49: Construct jewellery using hollow form, cold connections, wire, chain and other wearable and light metal objects jewellery.

CO50: Solder metal parts together with consistency and use various metal decoration in developing jewellery.

 

Approach in teaching: Interactive Practical Sessions, Theme board, Demonstrations,giving tasks, Field practical, inspiration board, Workshop, Laboratory industry visits, Group and Team work

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective, Product and Design development

Class test, Semester end examinations, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Untracht, O. (2011). Jewellery concepts & technology. Doubleday.
  • Olver, E. (2001). Jewellery 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). The Penland Book of Jewellery: Master Classes in Jewellery Techniques. Lark Books.

 

References: 
  • Loney, J. (2009). Metal Jewelry Made Easy: A Crafter's Guide to Fabricating Necklaces, Earrings, Bracelets & More. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
  • Codina, C. (2007). Goldsmithing & silver work: jewelry, vessels & ornaments. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

E-RESOURCES:

JOURNALS:

  • Journal of Gem & Jewellery Industry 
  • Art of Jewellery
  • Diamond World
  • Jewellery News India

 

 

Academic Year: 
2022-2023 [5]

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[1] https://www.jewellery.iisuniv.ac.in/courses/subjects/metal-smiting
[2] https://www.pdfdrive.com/sheet-metal-handbook-how-to-form-and-shape-sheet-metal-for-competition-custom-and-restoration-use-e159108426.html
[3] https://www.pdfdrive.com/sheet-metal-forming-processes-and-applications-e157673916.html
[4] https://www.pdfdrive.com/sheet-metal-forming-processes-e46993560.html
[5] https://www.jewellery.iisuniv.ac.in/academic-year/2022-2023