INTRODUCTION TO SOLDERING & BENCH SKILLS

THREE DAY COURSE

Introduction To Soldering & Bench Skills Jewellery & Goldsmith Course Overview

The upgraded “Introduction to Soldering” short course continues to be one of our most popular offerings. From the very first day, each participant will be instructed in a mix of essential traditional and modern bench skills, learning techniques, tips, and best practices that focus on quality workmanship. This course provides a solid foundation in soldering and must be completed before enrolling in any other soldering-related courses, such as Ring Sizing or Necklace and Bracelet Making etc.We believe it is essential for participants to acquire soldering experience before undertaking these more intensive courses to ensure their success.

A soldering iron with a blue flame soldering a metal component in a dark setting.

Trainees will learn the following…

• Sawing /piercing
• Filing/draw Filing
• Pendant Drill Skills
• Use of acid Baths
• Annealing & Hardening
• Use of Aqua-Flame Microweld
• Various Soldering Techniques
• Rolling mill Use
• Basic wire Drawing
• J-Ring Manufacture
• Doming
• Ultrasonic/ Steam cleaning
• Mags & Tress Polishing
• Tricks of the Trade
• Finishing
• Workshop Health and safety
• Do’s & Don’ts

A jewelry maker carefully melts metal onto a gold ring with a soldering tool.

Upcoming Course Dates

People sitting in a jewelry-making workshop at Jewelers Academy, with workbenches, tools, and jewelry displays on the walls.