IGI has been offering courses at many of its institutes around the world, since 1981. The online resources are detailed and comprehensive, and emphasise a practical approach to gemology.
The course subjects are divided into 15 chapters, each covered in a separate online module: Introduction to diamond - Geology & Mining - The Diamond Crystal - Properties of Diamond - Optical Properties - Rough to Polished - Polishing Styles & Fancy Shapes – Equipment - Clarity Grading - Colour Grading – Proportions - Finish Grade - Lab-grown Diamonds - Diamond Treatments – Imitations.
After each chapter, students are required to take and pass a multiple choice exam before moving on to the next module. Upon completing Chapter 15, students will need to appear for a Final Examination, and upon clearing this they will be awarded the “Polished Diamond Course – Online” diploma.
Upon successful completion of the e-Learning Course, students have the option to attend a week of practical diamond grading at any of IGI’s educational facilities around the world in order to become eligible for the “Diamond Graduate, D.G. diploma. IGI is also offering a 30 percent discount on the entry fees, for students enrolling for the e-Learning course between November 4th 2013 and January 6th 2014.
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