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JRD 101
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Title: | Gemology |
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Long Title: | Gemology |
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Course Description: | Introduces the precious and semi-precious stones most commonly used in jewelry. |
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Min Credit: | 3 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Identify the types of precious and semi-precious gemstones used in jewelry. (I-XIV)
II. Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the properties and characteristics of the most common gems used in jewelry. (I-XIV)
III. Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate handling practice for each gem studied. (I-XIV)
IV. Develop a basic historical understanding of each gemstone. (I-XIV)
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Diamonds
A. History
B. Color
C. Cut
D. Clarity
E. Carat
F. Repair Practices
II. Rubies
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
III. Sapphires
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
IV. Emeralds
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
V. Opals
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
VI. Pearls
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
VII. Aquamarines
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
VIII. Topaz
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
IX. Amethyst
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
X Garnet
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
XI. Peridot
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
XII. Tourmaline
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
XIII. Turquoise, Coral, and Lapis
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
XIV. Man Made vs. Synthetic
A. History
B. Characteristics
C. Cut
D. Repair Practices
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