HANOVER HIGH SCHOOL ART DEPARTMENT

JEWELRY

Credit: 1/2

Prerequisite: Design

Making jewelry is all about solving unique problems in a real world situation. Critical thinking as well as technical skills will be developed. Emphasis is on technique and design in the making of jewelry. This course covers basic jewelry fabrication techniques such as the use of hand tools and machinery, piercing, soldering, bezel stone setting, lost-wax casting, polishing, forming and designing jewelry.  Copper, brass, nickel silver, findings and stones are provided for assignments. Sterling silver, and stones for projects beyond the class assignments have to be purchased by the student.