Learning by doing is a trademark at Gem City College. Each student works at his
own bench and receives individualized instruction and attention. The jewelry industry is
in need of jewelers with skills in soldering, wax and rubber mold making, casting and stone
setting. Various types of settings include (prong, bead, bezel and channel). Students are
introduced to the art of designing their own pieces and the creativity of the students comes
into reality with the finished project. In addition, ring sizing, re-shanking, re-tipping and
re-pronging are incorporated into later projects along with chain repair.