Austin Community College
Summer 2011 - OPEN COURSES

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Updated: 11/30/2011 12:37:42

JEWELRY

Jewelry classes are often taught in combined sections with beginning, intermediate, and advanced sections in the same class.

CLASSROOM 
9 Week Session May 23 - July 24
HRGY 1401 Jewelry Techniques I 

	[8/7]	29707	Lec	002	RVS	3125	MW	 5:00pm - 10:00pm	OH Lynn, James
	[8/7]	29706	Lec	001	RVS	3125	TTh	10:30am -  3:30pm	OH Evans, Richard
	[8/7]	29708	Lec	003	RVS	3125	TTh	 5:00pm - 10:00pm	OH Lynn, James
HRGY 1402 Jewelry Techniques II 
+	[8/7]	29709	Lec	001	RVS	3125	MW	 5:00pm - 10:00pm	OH Lynn, James
+	[8/7]	29711	Lec	005	RVS	3125	TTh	10:30am -  3:30pm	OH Evans, Richard
+	[8/7]	29710	Lec	004	RVS	3125	TTh	 5:00pm - 10:00pm	OH Lynn, James
HRGY 1409 Jewelry Casting I 
+	[8/9]	29712	Lec	002	RVS	3125	MW	10:30am -  3:30pm	OH Evans, Richard
+	[8/8]	30029	Lec	003	RVS	3125	S	 9:00am -  2:00pm	OH Soto, Martha
			Lab	003	RVS	3125	U	12:00pm -  5:00pm
HRGY 1471 Introduction to Computer Aided Design and Manufacture for Jewelry 
P	[10/9]	30533	Lec	001	RVS	3124	MW	 4:10pm -  9:10pm	OH Dewailly, Philippe
HRGY 1491 Special Topics in Watch, Clock, and Jewelry Repairer 
	[8/9]	29716	Lec	005	RVS	3125	MW	10:30am -  3:30pm	OH Evans, Richard
	[10/9]	30030	Lec	006	RVS	3124	MW	 4:10pm -  9:10pm	OH Dewailly, Philippe
	[8/7]	29715	Lec	004	RVS	3125	MW	 5:00pm - 10:00pm	OH Lynn, James
	[8/8]	30031	Lec	007	RVS	3125	S	 9:00am -  2:00pm	OH Soto, Martha
			Lab	007	RVS	3125	U	12:00pm -  5:00pm	   
	[8/7]	29714	Lec	003	RVS	3125	TTh	10:30am -  3:30pm	OH Evans, Richard
	[8/7]	29713	Lec	001	RVS	3125	TTh	 5:00pm - 10:00pm	OH Lynn, James
HRGY 2433 Jewelry Casting II 
+	[8/9]	29717	Lec	001	RVS	3125	MW	10:30am -  3:30pm	OH Evans, Richard
+	[8/8]	30032	Lec	002	RVS	3125	S	 9:00am -  2:00pm	OH Soto, Martha
			Lab	002	RVS	3125	U	12:00pm -  5:00pm


DISTANCE LEARNING 
Course Descriptions All Courses 
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 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 2433 Jewelry Casting II
Continuation of Casting I. Includes instruction in mold making and vibratory finishing. Prerequisite: HRGY 1409.