The advanced diploma is designed for individuals who wish to continue to pursue or enhance careers in Jewellery. This course continues to concentrate predominantly on a hand working skill base while introducing technological aspects and promoting individual attainment within the industry.
Jewellery hand skill competencies include:
- Design and create jewellery items using historical techniques
- Design and develop a series of works for jewellery production
- Design and implement mechanisms in jewellery production
- Design and create work for a graduate jewellery project .
Competencies within the theory, design and drawing component include:
- Produce a professional jewellery design folio
- Establish and manage a small jewellery business
- Plan, conduct and supervise a jewellery exhibition .
- The course culminates in a two week Public Exhibition.
Applying (Australian permanent residents)
To apply full time you will need to have VTAC registration.
1. Register online from early August on www.vtac.edu.au VTAC Course Code: 68221
2. Contact NMIT Jewellery Section direct for a VTAC Supplementary Form for 2010. Entry to the course is by successful folio interview usually held late November.
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About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 21622VIC
- CRICOS Code: 057894G
Campus: Fairfield
Duration
Full-time:
2 years
1400 hours total. Apply through VTAC
Modes of Delivery
Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Some Jewellers extend their qualifications by undertaking further study in the areas of gemmology, diamond technology and jewellery valuation.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain employment in the design and development of jewellery and precious metals production.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Students entering this course must have satisfactorily completed Year 12 or an equivalent. Mature age applicants who do not meet this requirement are encouraged to apply.
International Students:
Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age. Upon application, students are required to submit a resume of their interest and experience in the jewellery industry. (A prior knowledge of technical terminology or design would be an advantage).Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: Practical exercises, written exercises, studio journal or combinations of the three.
Materials
Successful candidates will be required to purchase their own jewellery kit. The minimum requirements are discussed on the student's induction. The Jewellery Section will provide some basic materials - precious metal is not supplied by NMIT. A materials fee applies to all students and is set each year and advertised accordingly. Successful candidates will be required to purchase their own jewellery kit. The minimum requirements are discussed on the student's induction. The Jewellery Section will provide some basic materials - precious metal is not supplied by NMIT. A materials fee applies to all students and is set each year and advertised accordingly.
Fees
Local Fees:
Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $10,000
International Fees:
A$10700 p.a.
Australian Government subsidised place:
You could be eligible for an Australian Government subsidised place if you meet the specific requirements, for more information about fees click here.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees:
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:68221/68224
International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
| Code | Subject | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| JBQU268 | Handle craft jewellery item | 40 |
| JBQU269 | Design jewellery and other 3d objects | 40 |
| JBQU270 | Plan and implement chain and chenier fabrication process | 40 |
| JBQU271 | Photograph and catalogue jewellery and 3d objects | 40 |
| JBQU272 | Plan and create gem settings | 20 |
| JBQU273 | Manufacture rings | 40 |
| JBQU274 | Apply historical techniques to jewellery and 3d object production | 40 |
| JBQU275 | Plan and apply surface embellishment techniques | 60 |
| JBQU276 | Apply materials and new technologies to jewellery and 3d object design | 40 |
| JBQU277 | Produce renderings and technical drawings for jewellery construction | 40 |
| JBQU278 | Plan and apply surface treatment | 60 |
| JBQU279 | Research and evaluate jewellery design in a historical context | 40 |
| MEM13014A | Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment | 10 |
| MEM18001C | Use hand tools | 20 |
| MEM18002B | Use power tools/hand held operations | 20 |
| MEM19003B | Identify and handle gems | 20 |
| VBN770 | Apply basic fabrication techniques | 40 |
| VBN773 | Produce basic engineering sketches and drawings | 20 |
| VBN777 | Handle engineering materials in a safe and proper manner | 20 |
| VBN780 | Form, bend and shape engineering materials | 60 |
| VBQU281 | Establish and manage and small jewellery business | 80 |
| VBQU282 | Plan, conduct and supervise a jewellery exhibition | 80 |
| VBQU283 | Design and implement mechanisms in jewellery items | 60 |
| VBQU284 | Design and create jewellery objects using historical techniques | 60 |
| VPAU198 | Apply chain manufacturing process | 40 |
| VPAU199 | Create silversmithing objects | 60 |
| VPAU200 | Plan and apply jewellery casting techniques | 40 |
| VPAU203 | Establish production technologies for advanced jewellery/3d objects | 80 |
| VPAU204 | Design and produce a limited series product range | 120 |
| VPAU205 | Design and produce jewellery and 3d objects to a client brief | 120 |
