Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcomes are statements by faculty members that describe the most important things students will know and be able to do when they graduate from a program.

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Upon completion of the Jewelry Design AAS Program, students will be able to:

• solve design problems, turning concepts into real, functioning jewelry;
• research and document sources for design and technical inspiration;
• design jewelry and objects for various markets;
• engineer jewelry and objects for production;
• perform cost analysis and product life-cycle management for the production of jewelry;
• create designs and models using 2D digital technology;
• use 3D hard- and soft-surface modeling software to create digital models of jewelry for production;
• present designs, proposals, and projects to clients, peers, and in an industrial board room setting;
• create collections of jewelry in the genres of fine, fashion, and alternative materials;
• apply knowledge of sustainability and ethical practices to the choices made in design, sourcing, and fabrication of jewelry; and
• demonstrate and implement safe working practices in a jewelry studio and a production environment.