..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................   1. Selection of stones 2. Principles of gem-cutting 3. Pre-forming and dopping 4. Standard Brilliant Cut 5. Oval Brilliant Cut 6. Zircon Cut 7. Portuguese cut 8. Cushion shape 9. Marquise shape 10. Pear shape 11. Rectangular Step cut 12. Octagonal Step cut (Emerald cut) 13. Cabochon cut 14. Baguette cut 15. Triangle cut 16. Heart shape 17. Mixed cut 18. Spiral cut 19. Hand calibration 20. How to handle other cuts Only individual classes are held. Duration of the course will depend on the aptitude, interest and fitness of the student. Usually the course takes about 50 hours. A certificate will be issued on the completion of the course. The course fee is US$ 300.