Austin Community College
Spring 2011 - CANCELLED COURSES
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Updated: 11/30/2011 11:01:16
JEWELRY
Jewelry classes are often taught in combined sections with beginning, intermediate, and advanced sections in the same class.
16 Week Session January 18 - May 15
HRGY 1401 Jewelry Techniques I
[0/8] 24220 Lec 007 RVS 3125 MW 5:00pm - 7:35pm OH Lynn, James
HRGY 1402 Jewelry Techniques II
+ [0/8] 24223 Lec 001 RVS 3125 TTh 7:40pm - 10:10pm OH Lynn, James
HRGY 1441 Stonesetting I
+ [0/8] 24237 Lec 005 RVS 3125 TTh 1:30pm - 4:00pm OH Lynn, James
HRGY 2430 Chasing and Repoussage
[0/8] 24258 Lec 001 RVS 3125 TTh 5:00pm - 7:30pm OH Lynn, James
HRGY 2436 Precious Metals II
+ [0/8] 24263 Lec 002 RVS 3125 TTh 5:00pm - 7:30pm OH Lynn, James
HRGY 1401 Jewelry Techniques I
An introduction to basic techniques of jewelry repair, including layout, sawing, filing, emery, soldering, ring construction, and bezel setting. Emphasis on industry standards.
HRGY 1402 Jewelry Techniques II
Continuation of Jewelry Techniques I with emphasis on polishing. Prerequisite: HRGY 1401.
HRGY 1409 Jewelry Casting I
Emphasis on lost wax casting, both centrifugal and vacuum processes, including an introduction to wax carving and mold making. Prerequisite: HRGY 1401.
HRGY 1417 Applied Jewelry Practices
Survey of the business practices of the jewelry industry. Emphasis on communication skills, security, insurance, copyright/trademark law, industry organizations, and common ethical expectations within the industry. Prerequisite: HRGY 2435.
HRGY 1441 Stonesetting I
Focus on channel, bead setting, and bright cutting techniques. Prerequisite: HRGY 1449 and HRGY 1448.
HRGY 1442 Stonesetting II
Continuation of Stonesetting I. Focus on prong setting, repronging, retipping, and reheading. Prerequisite: HRGY 1441.
HRGY 1448 Jewelry Repair/Fabrication I
Emphasis on techniques, the fabrication and repair of jewelry. Introduction to equipment and techniques of jewelry manufacturing, including assembly of findings. This is the Capstone Experience for the Certificate in Jewelry.
HRGY 1449 Jewelry Repair/Fabrication II
Continuation of Jewelry Repair/Fabrication I with emphasis on techniques, fabrication, and repair of jewelry. Introduction to equipment and techniques of jewelry manufacturing including chain repair and electroplating. Prerequisite: HRGY 1448.
HRGY 1471 Introduction to Computer Aided Design and Manufacture for Jewelry
An introduction to the use of computer aided design software for jewelry to create solid models and tangible objects via STL file export to a computer numerical control prototyping system. Emphasis is placed on drawing set-up; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions; using layers; coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices. Basic casting skills and computer experience are recommended for this course.
HRGY 1491 Special Topics in Watch, Clock, and Jewelry Repairer
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the jewelry technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Topics initiated by students on current industry practices with instructor approval.
Advanced Computer Aided Design and Manufacture for Jewelry - An advanced study of the use of computer aided design software for jewelry to create solid models and tangible objects via STL file export to a computer numerical control prototyping system. Emphasis is placed on advanced methods of drawing set-up; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions; using layers; coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices. Student should have completed HRGY 1471 Introduction to Computer Aided Design and Manufacture for Jewelry before taking this course.
Computer Aided Design and Manufacture for Jewelry - An introduction to the use of computer aided design software for jewelry to create solid models and tangible objects via STL file export to a computer numerical control prototyping system. Emphasis is placed on drawing set-up; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions; using layers; coordinating systems; as well as input and output devices.
Jewelry Design/Techniques and Methods - Students will address current skills, knowledge and/or new technology pertinent to the Jewelry Industry in areas of special interest with the approval of the instructor. The emphasis will be on advanced techniques and methods of jewelry making and surface embellishment that will further the student’s knowledge of jewelry design and creation.
HRGY 2430 Chasing and Repoussage
Methods of cold working non-ferrous metals and the malleability of these metals. Emphasizes chasing and respoussage techniques along with the cold working methods of forming, joinery, and surface embellishment in the design and creation of jewelry and small metal objects.
HRGY 2433 Jewelry Casting II
Continuation of Casting I. Includes instruction in mold making and vibratory finishing. Prerequisite: HRGY 1409.
HRGY 2436 Precious Metals II
A continuation of Precious Metals I. Focus on layout, bright cuts, baguettes, marquise, pear, cushion, and emerald cut stones as well as pave in precious metals. Includes utilization of commercial shop guidelines. This is the Capstone Experience course for the Associate of Applied Science degree in Jewelry. Emphasis on speed. Prerequisite: HRGY 2435.
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