Metal Techniques 3: Advanced Fabrication

Course code JADE 2220

Credit 6.0

Length 150.0 hours

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In this course, students learn to put their fabrication skills to use on more complex projects. Incorporating hollowform construction, advanced soldering, and hinges and mechanisms, they gain a deeper understanding of traditional goldsmithing skills. Efficiency and time management, as they relate to saleability of handmade items and jewellery services, are also addressed.

Prerequisites

JADE 1123, JADE 1127.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Hollowform construction
  • Hinges
  • Box clasp
  • Efficiency
  • Planning and Time Management
  • Karat Golds and Platinum

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
70656 September 1, 2026
to December 11, 2026
Lab VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.