Diploma in Gemmology Programme – Course Contents
| Course Code | Course | Lecture hrs | Practical hrs | No of Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||||
| DG101 | Chemistry of gem materials | 15 | 1 | |
| DG111 | Geology of gem deposits and mining | 15 | 1 | |
| DG121 | Crystallography of gem materials | 15 | 1 | |
| DG131 | Physical properties of gem materials | 15 | 1 | |
| DG143 | Optical properties of gem materials | 45 | 3 | |
| DG153 | Inorganic gem materials | 45 | 3 | |
| DG163 | Pearls and other organic gem materials | 45 | 3 | |
| DG172 | Treatment of gems | 30 | 2 | |
| DG181 | Field visit I | 15 | 1 | |
| DG193 | Gemmology practicals I | 90 | 3 | |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| DG202 | Synthetic and artificial gem materials | 30 | 2 | |
| DG212 | Advanced analytical techniques in gemmology | 30 | 2 | |
| DG223 | Diamond technology and trading | 45 | 3 | |
| DG231 | Fashioning & valuation of gems | 15 | 1 | |
| DG243 | Jewellery technology and techniques | 45 | 3 | |
| DG251 | Gem and jewellery marketing, socio economic aspects and laws & regulations in gem industry | 15 | 1 | |
| DG261 | Field visit II | 15 | 1 | |
| DG273 | Gemmology practicals II | 90 | 3 | |
| DG281 | Workshops | 15 | 1 |