engraving technologies
The characteristics of various materials and methods used to engrave something on a surface.
Jewellery engravers engrave lettering and ornamental designs onto jewellery articles, using engravers handtools. They sketch and lay out the lettering and designs on the article, cut the design in the article and clean it up.
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12 competencesclean engraved areas
Polish and clean engraved etching areas considering the kind of material the area is made of.
determine quality of engraving
Quality control of engravings and etchings; check for cuts, burns, rough spots and irregular or incomplete engraving.
engrave patterns
Engrave and print designs and patterns onto a variety of surfaces.
ensure accurate engravings
Closely observe the actions of the mechanical cutting tools, resulting in a flawless engraving process.
inspect etched work
Inspect finished etchings in detail, using microscopes and magnifying lenses.
operate engraving equipment
Operate mechanical engraving tools and machines, set controls of cutting tools. Make adjustments if necessary.
position engraving equipment
Position and clamp work pieces, plates, or rollers in holding fixtures.
prepare workpieces for engraving
Prepare mechanical tools and workpieces for engraving by polishing their surface and bevelling the workpiece to remove sharp edges. Polishing is done using different sandpapers and sand films which applied from rougher ones to very fine ones.
prepare workpieces for etching
Prepare mechanical tools and work pieces for etching by polishing their surface and bevelling the work piece to remove sharp edges. Polishing is done using different sandpapers and sand films which are applied and vary from rough to very fine ones.
select engraving templates
Select, prepare and install engraving templates; operate cutting tools and routers.
transpose designs to engravings
Examine diagrams, sketches, blueprints and samples, and calculate how they are to be engraved onto work pieces.
verify engraving accuracy
Examine design results to verify engraving accuracy, rework engraving where needed.
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1 competenceimitation jewellery
The materials and processes used to create imitation jewellery, and how to manipulate the materials.
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4 competencescoining
The process of shaping metal parts with a high relief or very fine features, such as coins, medals, badges or buttons, by pressing the surface of the metal between two dies.
cultured pearls
The process of creating pearls by inserting a piece of tissue in the centre of the oyster to help create pearls under controlled conditions, instead of the accidentally occurring natural pearls.
laser engraving methods
The various engraving methods emplying lasers to make incisions, such as the X-Y table method, the cylindrical workpiece method, the galvo mirrors method, and others.
types of engraving needles
Various types of needles used for engraving, their qualities and their applications.
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21 competencesapply restoration techniques
Select and apply appropriate restoration techniques in order to achieve the required restoration goals. This encompasses preventive measures, remedial measures, restoration processes and management processes.
compute engraving dimensions
Measure and compute dimensions of lettering, designs and patterns to be engraved.
design objects to be crafted
Sketch, draw or design sketches and drawings from memory, live models, manufactured products or reference materials in the process of crafting and sculpting.
ensure conformance to jewel design specifications
Examine finished jewellery products to ensure that they meet quality standards and design specifications. Use magnifying glasses, polariscopes or other optical instruments.
estimate restoration costs
Estimate the cost implications of restoring and replacing products or parts.
evaluate restoration procedures
Evaluate the outcome of conservation and restoration procedures. Evaluate the degree of risk, success of treatment or activity and communicate the results.
fill etchings
Fill etchings with opaque paste to improve readability.
handle etching chemicals
Brush or smear acid over mechanic engraving tools, in order to improve the visibility of the inscriptions.
identify customer's needs
Use appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.
maintain engraving equipment
Regular maintenance of cutting wheels and other mechanic engraving tools.
mount stones in jewels
Mount gemstones in pieces of jewellery closely following design specifications. Place, set and mount gemstones and metal parts.
perform enamelling
Apply enamel paint on surface using brushes.
perform wire wrapping
Wrap metal, steel or similar wires around jewellery and connect them to each other using mechanical techniques to create a decorative shape.
prepare etching chemicals
Prepare etching chemicals according to formulas, mixing solutions of specified concentration.
record jewel processing time
Record the amount of time it took to process an item of jewellery.
record jewel weight
Record the weight of finished jewellery pieces.
scale etchings
Operate reduction scales and set pantograph controls.
select gems for jewellery
Select and purchase gems to use in jewellery pieces and designs.
select metals for jewellery
Select and purchase precious metals and alloys to use in jewellery pieces
select restoration activities
Determine restoration needs and requirements and plan the activities. Consider the desired results, the level of intervention required, evaluation of alternatives, constraints on actions, stakeholder demands, possible risks and future options.
smoothen rough jewel parts
Smoothen rough parts of pieces of jewellery using hand files and emery paper.
Cross-sector
1 competenceperform damascening
Perform the art of inserting contrasting materials, such as different types of metal, into one another in order to create detailed patterns.