Available Courses

• Intro to Gemology 101

  
  

  An overview of gemology, what it is and the various methods and tools used by gemologists in determining gemstone type.

• Gem Formation

  
  

  The various types of deposits and formations of gemstones.
  

• Organic gems
• Gemstone Identification

  Identifying the various gemstones
• Coloured Gemstone grading

  Grading of coloured stones.
• Diamonds
• Diamond Grading
• Synthetic and Simulant Gemstones

  Identifying synthetic and simulated gemstones
• Geological processes in the British Isles

    

  The landscape of the British Isles has undergone dramatic changes during the history of the Earth, from shallow sea to desert to the familiar terrain of the 21st century. In this unit you will explore the processes that have shaped the British landscape over time, gaining insight into the geological evolution of the entire planet.
• Geography 10, 001 - World Regions, Peoples, and States

  • Teacher: The Professor

    

  
  

  Geography 10
  

  Three hours of lecture per week. This course will provide a framework for recognizing and analyzing the major distinctive regions of the world in comparative context. The most important inter-relations between environment, economy, ethnicity, and the national identity and viability of states will be explored.