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Accessibility & LanguageRecording Natural Gemstone Properties
Module Code: EOS204
Micro-credential Overview
This module is designed to equip the students with all the tools needed to be able to identify gemstones correctly and to differentiate natural gemstones from other varieties such as treated or synthetic. Hand specimens will be studied using some basic gemmological instrumentations and students will be taught how to record the properties of numerous gem varieties (e.g. Garnet) including materials of an organic nature (e.g. Amber).
Learning Outcome
- Classify gemstones (natural gemstone, synthetic gemstone, manmade gemstone and assembled gemstone)
- Learn about different inclusion types which will help to separate natural from synthetic gemstones
- Learn different techniques to enhance the colour and clarity of gemstones, to hide flaws and make gems more valuable
- Learn different techniques used to manufacture synthetic gemstones
- Learn about the physical and optical properties of Glass, Zircon, CZ, Feldspar, Spinel, Quartz, Peridot, Garnet, Amber and Pearls.
Practicals on campus on Saturday mornings at 10am till 4:30pm (including up to 1 hour lunch break) on the following dates:
Sat 16 Nov 2024
Sat 30 Nov 2024
Sat 8 Feb 2025.
Start Date
Academic Year 2024/25 - Semester 1
Mode of Study and Assessment
The mode of study for this Micro-credential is Blended Learning (in-person and online).
Assessment: Evaluation of written lab book reports, online tests and assignments.
NFQ Level and ECTs
Level 7
5 ECT’s
Application Process
From the 1st April 2024 you can apply for any University of Galway Micro-credential through our Online Application Portal.
When completing your application please make sure to select the following categories:
Academic level: Micro-credentials and CPD
College/Interest type: Micro-credentials/CPD Undergrad 7 and 8
Academic programme: Science and Engineering Micro-credentials CPB15
You will need to manually enter the Module Name and Code under ‘Module Name’ on the second page of your application. Please copy the name and code below:
Recording Natural Gemstone Properties- EOS204
You can find more details on our application process here.
Course Fees
€500
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be over 21 years of age.
Contact Information
If you have any queries please email: microcreds@universityofgalway.ie
