Editor’s Note
This article explores the cultural and emotional significance of precious metals, highlighting their role as symbols of commitment and celebration in our lives.
There are precious metals that are small, shiny, and beloved by people, especially women. They have become so commonplace that many people wear at least one piece. Precious metals are often used to signify promises or convey celebratory sentiments during significant family events such as first birthdays, engagements, or weddings.
There are professionals who appraise and craft these precious metals. Related studies and even degree acquisition are possible through the Credit Bank System operated by the National Institute for Lifelong Education.
The Jewelry Metal Craft Design major under the Credit Bank System aims to broadly acquire and refine the essential professional knowledge and skills related to precious metal crafting, gemstone appraisal and identification, and jewelry design, thereby equipping students with sufficient capabilities as jewelry craft professionals.
The major’s curriculum includes 7 required courses: Precious Metal Crafting 1, Rendering 1, Gemstone Appraisal 1, Gemology, Industrial Jewelry Design 1, Precision Casting 1, and Jewelry CAD 1. Additionally, there are 19 elective courses, including Precious Metal Crafting 2, Precious Metal Materials Theory, Rendering 2, Gemstone Processing, Gemstone Design, Color Theory, History of Jewelry, Precision Illustration, Jewelry Marketing, and Portfolio.