What Will I Learn?

  Gem identification procedures.
  Proper instrument uses and techniques.
  How to identify and/or separate a minimum of 300 gemstones.
  The properties and attributes of a variety of gem materials.
  How to identify and/or separate a minimum of 300 gemstones.
  The properties and attributes of a variety of gem materials.
  How to price a colorless diamond.
  How to connect this knowledge with the real-gem world & jewelry industry.
  How to identify simulants, as well as synthetic and treated materials.
  How to grade a gemstone for Color, Carat, Clarity, Cut.
  Understand the synthetic processes.
  What to do in a gem market.
  Understand how gemstones are priced.

 

Briefing and practical lab on campus AIGS, Bangkok
 
35 days (5 days per week = 7 weeks) from 09:00 - 16:00 hour
 
Students need to pass the online theoretical exam before taking our practical lab class.
 
 

Exam: Three attempts within 3 months

Theory: Exam online 75%

Practical: On Campus – 100%

Should a student fail either or both the written and practical exams, they are allowed a maximum of two retakes