ARTJ 210F - Jewelry and Metalsmithing I

Credit(s): 3

This course is an introduction to the tools, techniques, and materials of the professional jeweler/metalsmith with emphasis on the design and production of jewelry objects. (Fall Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Use basic tools of the professional jeweler properly and safely.
Examine surface embellishment.
Use cold connections and silver soldering for jewelry fabrication.
Use basic stone setting techniques for non-faceted stones.
Design and fabricate jewelry based projects.
Examine the role of the Arts as a reflection of culture.