JWD101 Introduction to Metal Techniques (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Design and Visual Production (DSVIS)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces students to the fundamental skills and knowledge of jewellery fabrication emphasising form and function. It examines the development of simple design concepts and their interpretation via the properties and behaviour of materials relative to the production of small-scale work in a variety of jewellery forms.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: JWD101
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to aesthetically and technically apply the basics of jewellery design and production
- be able to understand the jewellery design process and the basic principles of studio practice
- be able to exhibit a knowledge and understanding of the various materials available and relative to this aspect of the discipline
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the nature of jewellery
- be able to understand and correctly employ the language of the discipline
- be able exhibit a basic knowledge and understanding of contemporary jewellery
- be able to demonstrate a knowledge of appropriate OH&S practices in the studio
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- interpretation and exploration of 2D mark making/images and their development through 3D items to wearable jewellery - interpretation and preparation of initial design - exploitation of a particular technique/ process for aesthetic function, imagery and/or form - primary production processes including measuring of stock material; rolling and drawing down metal techniques, tracing, sawing, filing, drilling, forming, cold-joining, soldering, finishing procedures and basic surface treatments - the properties and behaviour of materials relative to the production of small scale work - the care, use, precautions and maintenance of hand tools and equipment relative to the production of small scale work - health and safety issues specific to jewellery making including the handling, use and disposal of chemicals
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.