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Analyze positive/negative design and how to achieve this through pierce work
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration
Criteria
Explain characteristics of positive space
Identify elements that grab your attention and define the form
Explain characteristics of negative space
Explain "empty" or background area that assists in defining the subject
Design is transferred effectively to sheet metal
Implement the process of saw, drill, file, and hand finish
Piercings and file work display defined edges with a smooth, consistent surface finish
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Produce simple ring bands
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, ring
Criteria
Use a B&S gauge to determine sheet metal thickness
Use skills like sawing, filing, soldering, and/or forming metal
Produce three simple ring bands
Bands are sized to fit three different ring fingers
Calculate measurement according to gauge
Ring band fits correctly
Rings display a clean solder seam
Use skills like sawing, filing, soldering, and/or forming metal
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Create a double layered ring band
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, ring
Criteria
Measure and stretch for fitting, hand finishing
Outer band is decoratively pierced and slides to fit tightly over the inner band
The two bands are fit tightly so that they do not slip
Choice of metals highlights the well-defined pierce work
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Combine two or more different metals into a single, seamless design
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, ring
Criteria
Apply techniques of working non-ferrous metals: annealing, flattening, work hardening, and fitting butt soldered flat work
Metal choice produces a clean solder joint without pits
Metal choice is properly gauged and annealed so that the two surfaces line up to produce a smooth and consistent finish
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Create an object with surface embellishment (stamping, hammer texture, and roller printing)
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, object with surface embellishment
Criteria
Prepare the metal surface adequately for the chosen technique
Demonstrate effective use and control of the chosen tool
Texture relates to the overall design of the finished piece
Use finishing technique that avoids elimination of the texture’s surface
Finished object is clean, with minimal tool marks outside of the intended design
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Sweat solder, simple forming-sinking-doming to create volume
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, object with sweat soldered applique
Criteria
Clean solder joint
Avoid solder spills
Volume adds depth to the design
Surface treatment is finished effectively
Sweat soldered applique is either pierced or textured
Demonstrate simple forming-sinking-doming
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Create a cast wax carved ring or small object
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, wax model
Criteria
Apply the steps for burnout and casting
Prepare and/or mix investment according to instructions
Attach a sprue successfully to the wax model
Sprue is secure and properly positioned for a successful pour
Final object is identifiable as the original design
Wax model meets instructor guidelines
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Bezel set a cabochon (non-faceted stone)
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, object with bezel set cabochon
Criteria
Form and solder a bezel strip
Bezel fits snugly against the stone with no visible gaps between stone and bezel wall
Bezel is the proper height
Bezel is smoothed to a clean finish
You avoid damage to the stone
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Demonstrate surface finishing and patination
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration, object
Criteria
Prepare the surface
Use the flexible shaft, polishing machine, sandblaster, or steel wool
Apply a patina or color to the object
Patina areas are appropriate to the design
Object uses patina to highlight pierce work, applique, and surface embellishment
Object’s finish highlights the design
The integrity of the metal surface is maintained through the finishing process
Areas are resolved to an effective degree
Apply a simple seal or protective coating to the finished piece
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Demonstrate safety in the jewelry lab
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration in lab
Criteria
Follow the guidelines for safety and care of tools
Tools and equipment are used effectively
Tools are used without causing damage to the tools or other people
Tools are used after having been instructed on their use
Tools are put away after use
Perform general clean-up activities as specified by the instructor
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Develop critical thinking skills
Assessment Strategies
Written product, verbal
Criteria
Offer constructive critiques (feedback) of your own work and the work of classmates
Comment on aspects that are working well and things that can be improved
Evaluate using guidelines specified by the instructor
Make decisions about project quality
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Develop effective workplace habits
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration in class
Criteria
Describe the role of punctuality and attendance in workplace interactions
Manage time effectively to meet deadlines
Take initiative to complete tasks and support work goal
Prioritize tasks to align with work team and/or organizational goals