Online training versus classroom training which is better

Which is Better? Online Jewellery CAD Training, Video Tutorials, or Offline CAD Courses? (Frequently Asked Questions Part 13)

25 November, 20197 December, 2019 CADJewellerySkills 3 Comments CAD Training, Jewellery CAD Courses and Training, Jewellery Education Resources, Jewellery Student Advice, Useful Websites For CAD Jewellers

Since I started this blog, I’ve avoided discussing the growing phenomenon of online training because of my own concerns over conflict of interest. With this article, all that changes.
I’ve spent 9 years researching all the major types of online and offline training delivery methods. In this article, I’m now sharing and discussing my findings.

Innovations and Trends Jewellery Learning Resources

Economist Article – 3D Printers Start to Build Factories of the Future

26 July, 20174 November, 2018 CADJewellerySkills 0 Comments 3D Printing, Jewellery Education Resources, Jewellery Student Advice, Manufacturing Innovations, New Technology Trends, Rapid Prototyping

The Economist has recently written an excellent introductory briefing on the current state of 3D printing and how it will affect industry.

Jewellery Learning Resources

i.materialise Article – 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Designing 3D Models for 3D Printing

25 March, 201727 May, 2019 CADJewellerySkills 2 Comments 3D Printing, Jewellery Education Resources, Jewellery Student Advice, Product Design, Rapid Prototyping

I.materialise published an article on their blog about 5 common mistakes many 3D modellers make when designing for 3D printing. Read their list, and the additional items I’ve added.

Frequently Asked Questions Jewellery Learning Resources

10 Mentoring and Training Schemes To Help Build Your Jewellery Business (Updated)

28 February, 20178 May, 2019 CADJewellerySkills 0 Comments Jewellery Business Advice, Jewellery Education Resources, Luxury Jewellery CAD, Useful Websites For CAD Jewellers

BBC Business News recently aired a segment on How Crafts Workers are Learning to Sell their Work. In the segment, both the mentors and the craftsmen highlighted the importance of learning business skills. I agree, so I offer here a list of various mentorship and support schemes available for new jewellery businesses.

Reviews

CAD Book Review – Designing Jewelry with Rhino By Eliania Rosetti

28 January, 20179 May, 2019 CADJewellerySkills 0 Comments 3D Design Software and Tools, Jewellery Design, Jewellery Education Resources, Jewellery Student Advice, Rhino

A few weeks ago, I discovered a book called Designing Jewelry with Rhino by Eliania Rosetti being self-published out of Brazil. Since it’s become clear that more CAD jewellers need to know about this book, I’ve written a brief review here.