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Jewelry Design

Spring Session: January 30 - May 21

JD 101 Introduction to Jewelry Fabrication
2 credits
In-state $342 Out-of-state $1,004
(includes $10.00 lab fee)
Basic processes used in the design and creation of jewelry. Students fabricate their own designs in the studio. (G6: Arts)

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
4535	15A	M	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A480
4536	15B	T	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A480
8106	15C	F	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A481
9453	15D	S	9:10 am-12:00 pm	A481
14522	15E	S	1:10 pm-4:00 pm	A481

JD 113 Beginning Soldering Techniques
1.5 credits
In-state $249 Out-of-state $745.50
Co-requisites: JD 133, JD 114, JD 172, JD 131 and JD 121 or approval of chairperson
Introduces precision techniques in soldering and shaping jewelry. Emphasis is on exact measurements, and control of jewelry tools and soldering torches.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
12136	15A	R	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A481

JD 114 Piercing and Sawing Techniques
1.5 credits
In-state $259 Out-of-state $755.50
(includes $10.00 lab fee)
Co-requisites: JD 172, JD 121, JD 133, JD 131 and JD 113 or approval of chairperson
Proper use of the jeweler's saw is emphasized and the eye is trained to understand the balance between positive and negative spaces. Students pierce and saw an intricate design in flat sheet stock.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
14523	15A	W	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A480

JD 121 Wax Carving
1 credit
In-state $166 Out-of-state $497
Co-requisites: JD 114, JD 113, JD 172, JD 131 and JD 133 or approval of chairperson
Wax carving of designs suitable for jewelry, stressing illusion and perspective, needed for both brooches and rings. Emphasis is on preparing a design and model for production.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
10254	15A	F	6:30 pm-8:20 pm	A480

JD 122 Jewelry Casting
2 credits
In-state $342 Out-of-state $1,004
(includes $10.00 lab fee)
Prerequisite: JD 121
Using designs developed in JD 121, students cast, learning the chemistry of alloying metals and the principles in all casting methods. Experience also is acquired in mold-making, spruing, and investing.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
6457	15A	W	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A481

JD 133 Introduction to Jewelry Design
1.5 credits
In-state $249 Out-of-state $745.50
Co-requisites: JD 113, JD 121, JD 114, JD 131 and JD 172 or approval of chairperson
Emphasis is on developing creative ability. A visual sensitivity is developed through museum trips, nature studies, field trips, etc. Suitable rendering techniques, painting, and perspective requirements are covered.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
13506	15A	W	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	C506

JD 134 Jewelry Design II
1.5 credits
In-state $249 Out-of-state $745.50
Prerequisites: all first-semester Jewelry Design courses
Co-requisites: JD 115, JD 122, JD 173, JD 116 and JD 171 or approval of chairperson
Advanced illustrative techniques in jewelry design. An elementary knowledge of stones, both precious and semi-precious, is given for incorporating in design. Assigned projects focus on industry requirements.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
13981	15A	M	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	D502

JD 138 Introduction to CAD for Jewelry Design
2 credits
In-state $332 Out-of-state $994
Online section: In-state $362 Out-of-state $1,024
Prerequisites: CG 111 and JD 131 or approval of chairperson
Students create two- and three-dimensional computer-generated drawings and models specific to jewelry design. Using modeling software and other computer applications, students develop basic jewelry design skills to create a personal style.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
14001	15A	S	9:10 am-12:00 pm	C229
13982	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

JD 171 Materials and Properties
2 credits
In-state $332 Out-of-state $994
Online section: In-state $362 Out-of-state $1,024
Students learn basic chemistry and physics as they pertain to materials used in jewelry. Emphasis is on how chemicals and acids used in the industry, and the chemical composition of various stones, affect production.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
14577	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

JD 215 Alternative Materials for Jewelry Fabrication
1.5 credits
In-state $249 Out-of-state $745.50
Prerequisites: all second-semester Jewelry Design courses
Co-requisites: JD 214, JD 216, JD 251 and JD 213 or approval of chairperson
Covers the design approaches and special methods used in the manufacture of jewelry from common industrial materials, such as plastics, rubber, and stainless steel. Students design and produce prototypes for a small collection.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
14220	15A	R	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A480

JD 241 Introduction to Gemology
2 credits
In-state $332 Out-of-state $994
Study of the major gem species and their characteristics, with emphasis on their use in commercial production and price structure. Students acquire a thorough knowledge of all precious and semiprecious stones and the ways in which they are used in jewelry.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
14002	15A	W	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	D502

JD 244 Gemology III
3 credits
In-state $498 Out-of-state $1,491
Prerequisites: JD 243 and JD 281 , or approval of chairperson
An in-depth study of gem materials and their synthetic counterparts is provided. Topics include functionality of gem equipment and its application in gem testing, and an understanding of the development of a gem material from its atomic structural nature to a polished gem.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
14525	15A	S	10:10 am-2:00 pm	C816

JD 251 Principles of Silversmithing
1.5 credits
In-state $259 Out-of-state $755.50
(includes $10.00 lab fee)
Basic study of silversmithing, including advanced use of repousse, chasing, and forming. Small simple projects in either silver, bronze, or copper are created to study these basic procedures.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
4554	15A	M	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	A481

JD 281 Diamond Grading
2 credits
In-state $332 Out-of-state $994
(includes $10.00 lab fee)
Teaches techniques of grading diamonds as to color, clarity, and cut, including basic knowledge needed for diamond selection and establishment of base for pricing. Discusses history and technical terms pertaining to diamond grading.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
9910	15A	T	6:30 pm-9:20 pm	C816

 

 

* Course is only available to degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the add/drop period.
** Course is only available to evening/weekend degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the add/drop period.