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GEMM 1158: Pearl Grading & Valuation Lab 

Effective date

 

Department

Gemmology 

School

Continuing Studies 
 




Description

This one day practical lab is for the gemmologist/appraiser looking for hands on experience grading and valuating pearls. Students will review the different classifications and varieties of pearls. Students will differentiate between the various types of pearls and understand how each of their individual characteristics effects value. Grade pearls using a pearl master set against samples of pearls; and learn how to apply the grading criteria towards pricing a valuation for appraisal purposes. Students are encouraged to bring 10x loupe and any pearl jewellery to class as additional grading examples. No jewellery experience required. (6 hours) 

Credits

0.0 

Year of study

 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

None

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 6
Total Hours: 6
 

Instructional Strategies

 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

 
 

Evaluation Plan

None

Course topics

None

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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