Faculty: Fine Arts Jewelry Technology and Design focuses on the art and science of creating jewelry. Students develop skills in jewelry design, manufacturing techniques, gemology, and business practices. Graduates are prepared for careers in jewelry design, manufacturing, retail, and entrepreneurship. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of jewelry design and manufacturing. - Develop skills in jewelry design, gemology, and manufacturing techniques. - Learn techniques for creating and producing jewelry. - Explore principles of gemology, metalworking, and business management. - Analyze and interpret jewelry design trends and market demands. - Develop critical thinking, creativity, and technical skills for effective jewelry design and production. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Jewelry Technology and Design** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in jewelry technology and design. - Fundamentals of jewelry design, manufacturing techniques, and industry trends. 2. **Jewelry Design** - Principles of jewelry design, including sketching, rendering, and computer-aided design (CAD). - Techniques for creating innovative and aesthetically pleasing jewelry designs. 3. **Gemology** - Principles of gemology, including gemstone identification, grading, and appraisal. - Techniques for selecting and incorporating gemstones into jewelry designs. 4. **Metalworking Techniques** - Principles of metalworking, including casting, forging, soldering, and finishing. - Techniques for working with various metals and alloys to create jewelry. 5. **Jewelry Manufacturing** - Principles of jewelry manufacturing, including production processes, quality control, and mass production techniques. - Techniques for efficiently producing jewelry in a manufacturing setting. 6. **Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Manufacturing (CAM)** - Principles of CAD and CAM in jewelry design and manufacturing. - Techniques for using software tools to design and produce jewelry. 7. **Business Management in Jewelry** - Principles of business management, including marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship in the jewelry industry. - Techniques for managing and growing a jewelry business. 8. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in jewelry design and manufacturing settings, including internships and hands-on projects in jewelry studios, manufacturing facilities, or retail stores. - Application of learned skills in practical jewelry design and production scenarios. 9. **Capstone Project in Jewelry Technology and Design** - Comprehensive project applying skills in jewelry design, gemology, or manufacturing techniques. - Delivery of a polished jewelry collection, design portfolio, or business plan. **Assessment Methods:** - Jewelry design projects, gemology reports, metalworking assignments, manufacturing plans, CAD/CAM projects, business management plans, internship/practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Jewelry Technology and Design" by various authors. - "Jewelry Design" by various authors. - "Gemology" by various authors. - "Metalworking Techniques" by various authors. - "Jewelry Manufacturing" by various authors. - "CAD and CAM in Jewelry Design" by various authors. - "Business Management in Jewelry" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of art, design, and manual dexterity. Suitable for students interested in jewelry design, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship. **Major Duration:** Typically 2-4 years for an associate or bachelor's degree, including coursework, internships, and capstone projects. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree or certificate in Jewelry Technology and Design and pursue further education or professional certifications, such as those offered by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) or other jewelry industry organizations. **Target Audience:** Aspiring jewelry designers, jewelers, gemologists, and entrepreneurs seeking careers in jewelry design studios, manufacturing facilities, retail stores, and independent businesses. This major equips students with the creative, technical, and business skills needed to excel in jewelry technology and design, supporting careers in various jewelry-related roles.