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Develop Your Skills from Concept to Counter
The Jewelry Design & Technology diploma program covers topics essential to becoming a jewelry designer and CAD (computer-aided design) technician, including designing a piece of jewelry from a concept, creating it in CAD to engineering specifications and understanding the challenges that come with its manufacturing.
Use fundamental design concepts, including texture, shape, form, balance, negative space, color and more
CAD Designer
Jewelry Designer
Learn digital hand-rendering using Sketchbook software
CAM Operator
Create, render and prototype designs using Rhinoceros and ZBrush CAD software, and CAM hardware like a 3D printer
Product Developer
Quality Assurance Specialist
Apply the CAD model engineering concepts to make durable and comfortable pieces that are long lasting
CAD/CAM Service Bureau Technician
Understand manufacturing processes for the creation of jewelry, like diestriking and casting
Design and develop CAD models using the metrics of scale, proportion, and element relationships; and within the constraints of cost, time, size, style and manufacturing methods
Develop digital and physical portfolios of class projects and custom designs that are ready for presentation to potential clients and employers, and display work in a final design exhibition
Use a 3D printer to transform your digital designs into physical prototypes.
Explore theory and techniques to inspire your jewelry designs.
Apply CAD engineering parameters to create jewelry that is built to last.
Use ZBrush to create a hand-sculpted look to your jewelry designs.
Available in Carlsbad and New York.
Immerse yourself in the world of gems and jewelry and earn your Jewelry Design & Technology diploma by studying at a GIA campus. This transformative program opens up a world of opportunity.
Hands-On Experience
Creating designs for your portfolio with a 3D printer are essential parts of the program – and ready you for a changing industry.
Learn ZBrush & More
Learn organic surface modeling software like ZBrush, and you’ll create sculpted pieces – like this one designed by Devon Chalmers, which was inspired by the Art Nouveau era.
Ornate Artistry
Ornate. Detailed. Negative Space. Jewelry Design & Technology program alum Ninad Prasad Sawant made use of these devices in his ring design.
Design Show Finale
What better way to end the Jewelry Design & Technology program than with a design show, and the opportunity for your design to win the Student Choice Award?
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Your GIA Experience
Personal attention from a seasoned instructor, immediate feedback on your work, creating mood boards for inspiration – that’s just part of the Jewelry Design & Technology diploma program.
Simply Complex
Jewelry Design & Technology alum Nelly Chhor’s clever use of simple geometric patterns made for elegantly complex cufflinks.
GIA’s Design Process
You’ll be inspired by important periods of jewelry history, and learn how to use these and other motifs as inspiration for your designs.
Collaborate with Classmates
Study with classmates from around the globe who share your passion for design and technology.
Learn by Doing
By 3D printing your CAD models and comparing the resin prototypes to your CAD (Computer-Aided Design) designs, you’ll learn about scale, proportion, engineering, and manufacturability.
A Spectacular Shank
A wonderfully ornate shank is the star in Jewelry Design & Technology alum Tyler Abe’s sapphire engagement ring. Creating such an intricate piece was a highlight of his GIA education.
Your Digital Portfolio
One step closer to success: a student adds to a digital portfolio that will be shared with potential employers and future clients.
Edgy Engagement Band
Jewelry Design & Technology program alum Jessica Meng gave her imagination free reign in this edgy wedding band. Get ready to channel your creativity to make beautiful jewelry.
Compelling Contrasts
Jewelry Design & Technology alum Tess Lecklitner’s statement ring is a study in contrasts. A labradorite is surrounded by diamonds and accented by rubies.
Hands-On Experience
Creating designs for your portfolio with a 3D printer are essential parts of the program – and ready you for a changing industry.
Learn ZBrush & More
Learn organic surface modeling software like ZBrush, and you’ll create sculpted pieces – like this one designed by Devon Chalmers, which was inspired by the Art Nouveau era.
Ornate Artistry
Ornate. Detailed. Negative Space. Jewelry Design & Technology program alum Ninad Prasad Sawant made use of these devices in his ring design.
Design Show Finale
What better way to end the Jewelry Design & Technology program than with a design show, and the opportunity for your design to win the Student Choice Award?
Your GIA Experience
Personal attention from a seasoned instructor, immediate feedback on your work, creating mood boards for inspiration – that’s just part of the Jewelry Design & Technology diploma program.
Simply Complex
Jewelry Design & Technology alum Nelly Chhor’s clever use of simple geometric patterns made for elegantly complex cufflinks.
GIA’s Design Process
You’ll be inspired by important periods of jewelry history, and learn how to use these and other motifs as inspiration for your designs.
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Develop Your Skills from Concept to Counter
The Jewelry Design & Technology diploma program covers topics essential to becoming a jewelry designer and CAD (computer-aided design) technician, including designing a piece of jewelry from a concept, creating it in CAD to engineering specifications and understanding the challenges that come with its manufacturing.
Use fundamental design concepts, including texture, shape, form, balance, negative space, color and more
CAD Designer
Jewelry Designer
Learn digital hand-rendering using Sketchbook software
CAM Operator
Create, render and prototype designs using Rhinoceros and ZBrush CAD software, and CAM hardware like a 3D printer
Product Developer
Quality Assurance Specialist
Apply the CAD model engineering concepts to make durable and comfortable pieces that are long lasting
CAD/CAM Service Bureau Technician
Understand manufacturing processes for the creation of jewelry, like diestriking and casting
Design and develop CAD models using the metrics of scale, proportion, and element relationships; and within the constraints of cost, time, size, style and manufacturing methods
Develop digital and physical portfolios of class projects and custom designs that are ready for presentation to potential clients and employers, and display work in a final design exhibition
Use a 3D printer to transform your digital designs into physical prototypes.
Explore theory and techniques to inspire your jewelry designs.
Apply CAD engineering parameters to create jewelry that is built to last.
Use ZBrush to create a hand-sculpted look to your jewelry designs.
Available in Carlsbad and New York.
Immerse yourself in the world of gems and jewelry and earn your Jewelry Design & Technology diploma by studying at a GIA campus. This transformative program opens up a world of opportunity.
Hands-On Experience
Creating designs for your portfolio with a 3D printer are essential parts of the program – and ready you for a changing industry.
Learn ZBrush & More
Learn organic surface modeling software like ZBrush, and you’ll create sculpted pieces – like this one designed by Devon Chalmers, which was inspired by the Art Nouveau era.
Ornate Artistry
Ornate. Detailed. Negative Space. Jewelry Design & Technology program alum Ninad Prasad Sawant made use of these devices in his ring design.
Design Show Finale
What better way to end the Jewelry Design & Technology program than with a design show, and the opportunity for your design to win the Student Choice Award?
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Your GIA Experience
Personal attention from a seasoned instructor, immediate feedback on your work, creating mood boards for inspiration – that’s just part of the Jewelry Design & Technology diploma program.
Simply Complex
Jewelry Design & Technology alum Nelly Chhor’s clever use of simple geometric patterns made for elegantly complex cufflinks.
GIA’s Design Process
You’ll be inspired by important periods of jewelry history, and learn how to use these and other motifs as inspiration for your designs.
Collaborate with Classmates
Study with classmates from around the globe who share your passion for design and technology.
Learn by Doing
By 3D printing your CAD models and comparing the resin prototypes to your CAD (Computer-Aided Design) designs, you’ll learn about scale, proportion, engineering, and manufacturability.
A Spectacular Shank
A wonderfully ornate shank is the star in Jewelry Design & Technology alum Tyler Abe’s sapphire engagement ring. Creating such an intricate piece was a highlight of his GIA education.
Your Digital Portfolio
One step closer to success: a student adds to a digital portfolio that will be shared with potential employers and future clients.
Edgy Engagement Band
Jewelry Design & Technology program alum Jessica Meng gave her imagination free reign in this edgy wedding band. Get ready to channel your creativity to make beautiful jewelry.
Compelling Contrasts
Jewelry Design & Technology alum Tess Lecklitner’s statement ring is a study in contrasts. A labradorite is surrounded by diamonds and accented by rubies.
Hands-On Experience
Creating designs for your portfolio with a 3D printer are essential parts of the program – and ready you for a changing industry.
Learn ZBrush & More
Learn organic surface modeling software like ZBrush, and you’ll create sculpted pieces – like this one designed by Devon Chalmers, which was inspired by the Art Nouveau era.
Ornate Artistry
Ornate. Detailed. Negative Space. Jewelry Design & Technology program alum Ninad Prasad Sawant made use of these devices in his ring design.
Design Show Finale
What better way to end the Jewelry Design & Technology program than with a design show, and the opportunity for your design to win the Student Choice Award?
Your GIA Experience
Personal attention from a seasoned instructor, immediate feedback on your work, creating mood boards for inspiration – that’s just part of the Jewelry Design & Technology diploma program.
Simply Complex
Jewelry Design & Technology alum Nelly Chhor’s clever use of simple geometric patterns made for elegantly complex cufflinks.
GIA’s Design Process
You’ll be inspired by important periods of jewelry history, and learn how to use these and other motifs as inspiration for your designs.
