Introduction to metal jewellery making

Learn the basic processes and techniques of working in metal so that you can make simple items of jewellery to your own design. For beginners and those wishing to revisit basic skills. Some materials provided.

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Key course information

Dates
19/09/11 - 22/09/11

Day(s)
Mon-Thu

Duration
1 week

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £134
Senior fee: £134
Concession: £68

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VV950

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Basic jewellery-making techniques such as forging, texturing and soldering, cutting out shapes in sheet metal and twisting wire.

What topics will we cover?

- forging metal wire, drilling holes and making links
- soldering
- impressing textures onto the surface of sheet metal
- cutting outlines and internal shapes in sheet metal.

You will have a period of time to explore these techniques through personal work. If you have experience in jewellery, you can follow your own project, in consultation with the tutor.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Cut and form sheet metal and wire
- Anneal, texturise and solder metal
- Make a ring with a bezel set cabochon stone
- Make a personal piece of work using the skills you have learnt.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Beginners.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

You will be taught through demonstrations and examples of jewellery that show how these skills have been implemented. You will be given technical notes, and support and advice as to how your work can be developed.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

All of the base metal (copper, nickel, gilding metal and brass) is covered by the course fee, except where large items are being made. You may have to purchase additional metal if you work on a larger scale. You must supply drawing materials. General tools will be provided.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

There are many other jewellery-making courses at City Lit that would complement this one. See the course guide, or browse the website, for details.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

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