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Qualifications Scotland · RQF Level 3

Qualifications Scotland Level 3 Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacturing

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  • LevelRQF Level 3
  • Total credits99
  • Guided learning597 hours
  • Units in this qualification17

Awarded by Qualifications Scotland · on the Ofqual register

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This qualification is designed for individuals working in the manufacturing technologies sector, specifically jewellery design and manufacturing. Learners develop skills in areas such as polishing and finishing jewellery, using tools to produce formed jewellery, and understanding the history of creativity.

These are the units Qualifications Scotland registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.

Apply concepts of metallurgy to the production of precious metal objectsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
This unit introduces metallurgical concepts relevant to precious metal object production, including metal properties, alloy composition, and microstructure effects. You'll apply this knowledge to manufacturing processes to enhance the quality and performance of metal objects.

What you'll be able to do

  • Explain the fundamental theoretical concepts of metallurgy, including the properties and behaviour of metals
  • Describe the different types of alloys and their specific applications in the production of precious metal objects
  • Explain how metallurgical processes, such as heat treatment and alloying, affect the properties of precious metals
  • Apply metallurgical concepts to select appropriate materials and processes for the manufacture of precious metal objects
  • Use metallurgical techniques to manipulate and shape precious metals, ensuring desired properties are achieved
  • Evaluate the metallurgical properties of finished precious metal objects, ensuring they meet required standards
Design and make models for use in lost wax castingReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
This unit covers the production of complex jewellery components using lost wax casting techniques. You'll understand wax model creation, quality maintenance, equipment care, and assessment of cast jewellery for defects and finishing requirements.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the processes involved in producing complex jewellery components using wax casting techniques.
  • Understand how to maintain the quality and integrity of jewellery formed through wax casting, identifying and addressing potential defects.
  • Understand how to maintain casting equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
  • Understand the complete process of producing jewellery using wax casting, from initial design to final product.
  • Assess complex jewellery components produced using wax casting techniques, identifying any faults or imperfections and recommending appropriate corrective actions.
Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skillsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
This unit develops learners' critical and creative thinking skills by exploring key concepts and historical developments in creative thinking. You'll apply various creative techniques such as brainstorming and mind mapping to generate ideas and responses.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the definitions, concepts and history of creative thinking
  • Use a range of creative thinking techniques to generate ideas and responses
Maintain Knowledge of the Jewellery Industry, Allied Trades and Related TechnologiesReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
It teaches you to maintain up-to-date knowledge of jewellery industry practices and employment opportunities. You'll explore methods for accessing industry information, the benefits of networking, and activities to support ongoing professional development.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how to maintain up to date knowledge of industry working practices
  • Understand how to develop an awareness of employment opportunities within the jewellery sector
  • Implement activity to develop an up to date knowledge of industry working practices
Maintain and prepare the workshop for work with precious metal objectsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
This unit provides knowledge of safe working practices and the maintenance and preparation of workshop areas for working with precious metal objects. You'll understand health and safety requirements, potential hazards, and the use of personal protective equipment.

What you'll be able to do

  • Explain the importance of adhering to safe working practices within a workshop environment
  • Describe the procedures for maintaining workshop areas to ensure a safe and efficient working environment
  • Participate in the maintenance of workshop areas, following established procedures and safety guidelines
  • Prepare workshop areas for specific tasks, ensuring the correct tools and equipment are available and safely positioned
Mark out and measure materials for the manufacture of precious metal objectsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll develop skills in accurately marking out and measuring materials for precious metal object manufacture. The unit emphasises the importance of precision, the use of calibrated tools, and interpreting technical drawings to ensure quality and functionality.

What you'll be able to do

  • Explain the importance of accurate marking out and measurement in the manufacture of precious metal objects
  • Describe the different types of tools and equipment used for marking out and measuring materials
  • Interpret technical drawings and specifications to determine required dimensions and tolerances
  • Prepare materials for marking out, ensuring surfaces are clean and free from defects
  • Use appropriate tools and techniques to accurately mark out materials according to specified dimensions
  • Measure materials using appropriate instruments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to tolerances
  • Check marked out and measured materials to ensure they meet required specifications and are ready for further processing
Polish and finish silverware components to a commercial standardReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll gain knowledge of preparing and maintaining polishing equipment and applying appropriate polishing techniques to achieve a commercial finish on complex silverware components. The unit covers equipment types, maintenance, and the use of polishing compounds.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how to prepare and maintain polishing equipment for safe and effective use.
  • Understand and apply appropriate polishing techniques to silverware components.
  • Polish complex silverware components to a commercially acceptable finish, meeting specified quality standards.
Produce CAD designs for precious metal objectsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll gain knowledge and skills to produce CAD designs and prototypes for precious metal objects. The unit covers CAD software features, modelling processes, file formats, and the creation, modification, and refinement of designs according to briefs.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how to use CAD software to produce designs and prototypes
  • Produce designs using CAD software
Produce CAM prototypes for precious metal objectsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll understand the principles and applications of CAM technology to produce prototypes of precious metal objects. The unit covers CAM software and hardware, toolpath generation, equipment operation, and evaluation of prototype quality and accuracy.

What you'll be able to do

  • Explain the principles of CAM technology and its application in producing prototypes for precious metal objects
  • Describe the different types of CAM software and hardware used in prototype production
  • Interpret technical drawings and specifications to inform the CAM prototyping process
  • Use CAM software to design and generate toolpaths for producing prototypes
  • Operate CAM equipment to produce prototypes from specified materials
  • Evaluate the quality and accuracy of CAM-produced prototypes, identifying any necessary adjustments or improvements
Produce designs for productionReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll learn to interpret design briefs, generate ideas, and produce models, prototypes, or artwork to finalise production specifications. The unit includes confirming project scope, client expectations, and monitoring production to obtain client approval.

What you'll be able to do

  • Confirm and clarify the nature and scope of the design brief, ensuring a clear understanding of the client's requirements and expectations.
  • Generate a range of creative ideas to effectively respond to the design brief, and agree on the most appropriate design concept with relevant stakeholders.
  • Produce models, prototypes, or artwork to visualise the design concept, and finalise the production specification, including materials, dimensions, and manufacturing processes.
  • Produce, or effectively monitor the production of the product or service according to the agreed specification, and obtain formal client approval upon completion.
Research and respond to a design briefReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
It teaches you to research and respond to design briefs by establishing client needs, conducting research, and developing design options. You'll also understand intellectual property issues and present preferred design solutions effectively.

What you'll be able to do

  • Determine client needs and design requirements through effective communication and consultation
  • Analyse the design brief to identify key objectives, constraints, and target audience
  • Conduct thorough research to gather information relevant to the design brief, including market trends, competitor analysis, and material options
  • Develop a range of design options based on research findings and creative ideas
  • Evaluate the feasibility, aesthetics, and functionality of each design option
  • Select a preferred design solution that best meets the client's needs and design requirements
  • Present the preferred design solution to the client, clearly communicating its features, benefits, and rationale
  • Explain the concepts of copyright, moral rights, and intellectual property in relation to design work
The history and social impact of creativity and its influence on designReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
This unit explores the history and social impact of creativity and its influence on design, examining periods such as the Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution. You'll analyse connections between historical creativity and contemporary communities and identify relevant information sources.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the impact of creativity at different points in history, including contemporary perspectives and movements.
  • Understand the potential links between the history of creativity and the work of current individuals and communities.
  • Know where to find reliable and relevant information on the history and social impact of creativity.
  • Understand the ways in which different factors, such as social, economic, and cultural influences, impact on creativity and how it is demonstrated in various cultural contexts.
Use equipment to permanently join jewellery or silverware componentsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll develop understanding and skills in safely and effectively joining jewellery or silverware components using permanent methods. The unit includes safe working practices, hazard identification, ventilation requirements, and various joining techniques.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the importance of safe working practice when joining components
  • Permanently join jewellery or silverware components
  • Join jewellery or silverware components
Use hand and mechanical techniques to polish and finish jewellery or silverware componentsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll develop knowledge and practical skills in hand and mechanical polishing and finishing techniques for jewellery or silverware components. The unit emphasises safety precautions, workspace organisation, and the use of appropriate polishing compounds and equipment.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the safety precautions that should be followed when polishing and finishing jewellery or silverware
  • Understand how to polish and finish jewellery or silverware components
  • Use techniques for polishing and finishing jewellery or silverware components
Use tools to cut and pierce jewellery or silverware componentsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll understand safe working practices and develop practical skills in cutting and piercing jewellery or silverware components. The unit covers the use of appropriate tools, hazard awareness, personal protective equipment, and maintaining an organised workspace.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the importance of safe working when cutting and piercing
  • Cut and pierce jewellery and silverware components
  • Use tools to cut and pierce jewellery and silverware components
Use tools to file jewellery or silverware componentsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
This unit covers safe working practices and techniques for filing jewellery or silverware components. You'll understand the use of different files, potential hazards, and the importance of workspace organisation to achieve precise filing results.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the importance of safe working practices when filing jewellery or silverware components
  • File jewellery or silverware components
  • Use tools to file jewellery or silverware components
Use tools to produce formed jewellery or formed silverware componentsReal unit · Qualifications Scotland
You'll understand safe working practices and the use of tools to produce formed jewellery or silverware components. The unit covers different forming methods, potential hazards, and health and safety regulations to ensure components meet required specifications.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the importance of adhering to safe working practices when producing formed jewellery or silverware components.
  • Understand the methods and techniques used to form jewellery and silverware components.
  • Safely and effectively use appropriate tools to produce formed jewellery or silverware components to the required specification.

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Apply concepts of metallurgy to the production of precious metal objectsDesign and make models for use in lost wax castingDevelop and extend critical and creative thinking skillsMaintain Knowledge of the Jewellery Industry, Allied Trades and Related TechnologiesMaintain and prepare the workshop for work with precious metal objectsMark out and measure materials for the manufacture of precious metal objectsPolish and finish silverware components to a commercial standardProduce CAD designs for precious metal objects

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Qualifications Scotland Level 3 Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacturing
  • Apply advanced metallurgy practices to jewellery or silversmithing work
  • Apply advanced metallurgy techniques in jewellery and silversmithing
  • Apply metallurgy practices to jewellery or silversmithing work
  • Contribute to keeping workshops tidy and safe
  • Cut and pierce jewellery or silverware components
  • Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills
  • Experiment with properties of common precious metals and alloys used in jewellery or silversmithing
  • File jewellery or silverware components
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Apply advanced metallurgy practices to jewellery or silversmithing workApply advanced metallurgy techniques in jewellery and silversmithingApply metallurgy practices to jewellery or silversmithing workContribute to keeping workshops tidy and safeCut and pierce jewellery or silverware componentsDevelop and extend critical and creative thinking skillsExperiment with properties of common precious metals and alloys used in jewellery or silversmithingFile jewellery or silverware componentsFiling Jewellery or Silverware ComponentsJoin jewellery or silverware components using advanced techniquesMaintain the general workshop environmentMark out and measure materials for jewellery or silverware componentsPerform permanent joining of jewellery or silverware componentsPolishing and Finishing Jewellery: Meeting Quality StandardsProduce Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing Prototypes for Jewellery or SilverwareProduce formed jewellery or silverware componentsProduce polished and finished jewellery or silverware items using advanced techniquesProduce tools for the jewellery and silversmithing industry+1 more

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Apply concepts of metallurgy to the production of precious metal objectsLevel 3

Applied to your own work

This unit introduces metallurgical concepts relevant to precious metal object production, including metal properties, alloy composition, and microstructure effects. Learners will apply this knowledge to manufacturing processes to enhance the quality and performance of metal objects.

How the thinking builds
  1. Remember
  2. Understand
  3. Apply
  4. Analyse
  5. Evaluate
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Built for Qualifications Scotland Level 3 Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacturing

17 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Qualifications Scotland.

  1. Apply concepts of metallurgy to the production of precious metal objects
  2. Design and make models for use in lost wax casting
  3. Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills
  4. Maintain Knowledge of the Jewellery Industry, Allied Trades and Related Technologies
  5. Maintain and prepare the workshop for work with precious metal objects
  6. Mark out and measure materials for the manufacture of precious metal objects

and 11 more in the full unit list below.

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