Learn one of the oldest techniques for crafting jewellery. This course introduces students to wax carving and the lost wax casting process for rings or pendants. Students will learn about designing, wax carving methods and tools, spruing, investing, casting, and finishing sterling silver. Some basic metalsmithing techniques will also be covered.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- jewellery design
wax carving methods
wax carving tools
investing, casting and finishing
basic metalsmithing techniques
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12110 |
March 11, 2026 to April 29, 2026 |
Lab | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.