GT200 - Gem Identification Methods

Examine gems using professional gemmological equipment provided in class. Understand the process of identification & know limitations of each tool. Discover & separate imitations, synthetics & assembled materials from natural gems.

For more information, pleace contact the JDMIS registrar.

  • Tools

    Tools

    Like all JDMIS courses, students receive everything they need to complete all their coursework. This course includes all the tool and reference material needed in order to fully appreciate the gem exhibits and the jewellery samples.

  • Materials

    Materials

    This popular course takes place in our Diamond Room where participants are able to see, examine, scope and understand Tanja's collection of over 1,200 gems, jewellery pieces and examples, including rare and valuable specimens as well as common imitations found in jewellery markets in the region.

  • Learning path

    Learning path

    This course is a Core Component of all learning paths. We refer to these modules as CC.

    Pre-requirements:
    GT100 - Jewellery Trade Practices 1: Gem and Jewellery Trade Secrets

    Next Step (Advanced Jeweller's Knowledge):
    FT200 - Jewellery Fashion Trends 2: Aesthetic Self Discovery and Future Trends

    Participants attending and completing this programme as a stan-alone certification can choose to enroll for any full advanced diploma.

  • Duration

    Duration

    30 hours

    1 week (Full-time), or
    5 weeks (Part-time)

    JDMIS runs week-day, weekend and weeknight courses for this popular course. JDMIS also has flexible make-up schedules and graduates can return without cost for refresher courses (subject to availability).

  • Course fee

    Course fee

    SGD 2,000

    Course fee is inclusive of GST as well as all tools and materials provided during the course.

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