Open Day at GIA in London
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
1:30 to 6:30 p.m.
GIA, 104 Great Russell Street
London, UK WC1B 3LA
GIA in London invites you to attend its 11th annual Open Day to learn more about how to build a successful career in the world of gems and jewelry. Open Day takes place on Wednesday, May 24 with guests welcome to drop in and visit from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m.
“Our Open Day provides an ideal opportunity to learn more about GIA’s presence in the industry and beyond, alongside with general facts about gems, gemology and the world of design. Whether you are curious about gemology or an established professional, we welcome you to come and meet our instructors, staff and students,” says Mehdi Saadian, director of the London campus.
Open Day events – all free of charge – include presentations on diamonds, colored stones and pearls with live demonstrations of GIA’s eLearning courses. Open classrooms will feature information about the new Comprehensive CAD/CAM for Jewelry, as well as gemology and jewelry design courses.
You will be able to meet GIA faculty and students to hear what it is like to study at GIA and the positive impact it can have on your life and career. Admissions staff will answer questions about GIA’s world-class diploma program and courses and explain the application process.
Please RSVP by Monday, May 22, or contact GIA at gialondon@gia.edu or phone +44 (0) 207 813 4321.
SCHEDULE OF PRESENTATIONS
Welcome by GIA’s Director of London Education
1:30 – 1:40 p.m.
What is CAD/CAM and How is it Changing the Industry?
1:40 – 2:25 p.m.
GIA’s Jewellery Manufacturing Arts team presents an interactive session on computer-aided design/ computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) using 3-D modelling programs. It allows us to create a physical model of a piece for mass production purposes. Learn how it is revolutionizing the jewelry industry, now that intricate forms can be created that were not previously possible using traditional goldsmithing techniques.
What is Gemology?
2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
Gemology is the practical study of gemstones. This presentation introduces GIA’s curriculum, which is designed to assist jewelers worldwide in the identification, grading, buying and selling of gemstones and jewelry.
History and Value Factors of Pearls
3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
Dive into the fascinating world of pearls, as you are introduced to pearl formation, the predominant types of pearls found in the market, the seven value factors used by GIA to classify pearls and how to care and clean pearl jewelry.
The Allure of Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald
3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
Ruby, sapphire and emerald have fascinated and seduced humankind for thousands of years. By reviewing the history, lore and inherent characteristics of these magnificent gemstones, this presentation will explore the factors contributing to their adoration and significance in the market.
The Other Big 3
4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Ruby, sapphire and emerald are the most well-known colored stones in the market. However, there are other gems that dominate a large section of the colored stones industry and can command very high prices, similar to those of the big three. In this presentation we will discuss the attributes, sources and lore of tanzanite, aquamarine and tourmaline. These three gems are very important to the colored stone industry; they’re beautiful in their own right, and attractive to consumers looking for something a little different from the big three.
Diamonds – Are They Forever?
4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Known as the most enduring of gems, the durability of a diamond is defined by three properties. This presentation on the 4Cs of diamonds will introduce these three properties, as well as discuss how diamonds can be treated to alter appearance, the possible effects of treatment and how to care for diamond jewelry.
How to Study with GIA
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
GIA provides a wide array of gemological and jewelry-design educational programs. This presentation will outline GIA's programs of study, the many ways to complete its educational programs and the locations where you can study with GIA.
