Module #1 Introduction to Jewelry Casting and Molding Overview of the jewelry casting and molding process, importance, and applications
Module #2 History of Jewelry Casting Evolution of jewelry casting techniques, from ancient to modern times
Module #3 Types of Jewelry Casting Explanation of different casting methods, including lost-wax, investment, and bi-metallic casting
Module #4 Materials for Jewelry Casting Overview of metals, alloys, and materials used in jewelry casting, including gold, silver, copper, and more
Module #5 Understanding wax carving Introduction to wax carving techniques, tools, and best practices for jewelry design
Module #6 Wax Carving Tools and Materials In-depth look at wax carving tools, including wax, wax injectors, and carving instruments
Module #7 Creating a Wax Model Step-by-step guide to creating a wax model for jewelry casting, including design considerations and tips
Module #8 Investment Materials and Techniques Introduction to investment materials, including plaster, ceramic, and silica, and their application in jewelry casting
Module #9 Burnout and Dewaxing Explanation of the burnout and dewaxing process, including equipment, safety precautions, and best practices
Module #10 Mold Making and Mold Materials Overview of mold making techniques, including handmade and commercial mold options
Module #11 Metal Melting and Casting Introduction to metal melting and casting techniques, including torch, furnace, and centrifugal casting
Module #12 Casting Defects and Troubleshooting Common casting defects, causes, and troubleshooting techniques
Module #13 Post-Casting Operations Overview of post-casting operations, including cleaning, filing, and polishing
Module #14 Assembly and Finishing Techniques Guide to assembling and finishing jewelry pieces, including soldering, riveting, and more
Module #15 Surface Finishing and Texturing Introduction to surface finishing and texturing techniques, including plating, patination, and more
Module #16 Safety in the Studio Importance of safety in the jewelry casting and molding studio, including ventilation, protective gear, and hazardous materials handling
Module #17 Design Considerations for Casting Tips and best practices for designing jewelry pieces for casting, including topology, thickness, and more
Module #18 Casting for Production Scaling up jewelry casting for production, including efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality control
Module #19 Casting for Artistic Expression Using jewelry casting as a medium for artistic expression, including experimental techniques and creative applications
Module #20 Combining Casting with Other Techniques Incorporating casting with other jewelry making techniques, including fabrication, 3D printing, and more
Module #21 Case Studies in Jewelry Casting Real-world examples of successful jewelry casting projects, including challenges, solutions, and lessons learned
Module #22 Advanced Wax Carving Techniques In-depth look at advanced wax carving techniques, including multi-part models, hollow forms, and more
Module #23 Advanced Casting Techniques Exploration of advanced casting techniques, including vacuum casting, pressure casting, and more
Module #24 Jewelry Casting and Molding for Beginners Simplified guide to jewelry casting and molding for those new to the craft
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Jewelry Casting and Molding career
