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Key Facts: Pancyprian TS Jewellery III Exam

508

Official subject code for ΤΕΧΝΟΛΟΓΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΕΡΓΑΣΤΗΡΙΑ ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΗΣ ΚΟΣΜΗΜΑΤΟΣ ΙΙΙ Τ.Σ. (Π.Κ.) in the 2026 Pancyprian Access Examinations

Cyprus Examinations Service

3 hours

Official examination duration from the 2026 programme (grouped with code 505)

Cyprus Examinations Service

EUR 25

2026 fee per access subject (not code 032)

Cyprus Examinations Service

0–20

Marking scale for each Pancyprian subject

Cyprus Examinations Service

8–26 June 2026

Examination period of the 2026 Pancyprian Access Examinations

Cyprus Examinations Service

100

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Free 100-question English-language MCQ study bank for Pancyprian Technical School Jewellery Construction Technology and Workshops III (Practical Direction) (code 508). Official duration: 3 hours per the official 2026 programme. Official fee: EUR 25.00 per access subject in 2026. This bank is a study aid, not an official translation or format simulation.

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1What does the karat (K) number on gold jewellery primarily indicate?
A.The hardness rating of the finished piece
B.The proportion of pure gold in the alloy by parts per 24
C.The melting point of the solder used
D.The density of the gemstone set in the piece
Explanation: Karat expresses gold purity as parts of pure gold in 24. For example, 18K gold is 18/24 (75%) gold alloyed with other metals for strength and colour.
2Which fineness mark corresponds to sterling silver?
A.800
B.925
C.999
D.750
Explanation: Sterling silver is traditionally 92.5% silver and 7.5% alloying metal (usually copper), marked 925. Pure silver (999) is softer and less suitable for most jewellery construction.
3Why is pure gold (24K) rarely used alone for rings that will be worn daily?
A.It cannot be soldered with any flux
B.It is too soft and wears or deforms quickly under normal use
C.It oxidises faster than copper
D.It has a lower melting point than lead solder
Explanation: Pure gold is very malleable and soft. Alloying with copper, silver or other metals increases hardness and durability for everyday jewellery such as rings.
4What is the main purpose of adding copper to a silver jewellery alloy?
A.To make the silver magnetic
B.To increase hardness and strength for workshop forming and wear
C.To lower the silver’s electrical conductivity for safety
D.To eliminate the need for flux when soldering
Explanation: Copper hardens silver, improving durability and workability for jewellery. Sterling (925) commonly uses copper as the alloying metal.
5Which precious metal is typically denser and more chemically resistant than gold or silver in jewellery work?
A.Aluminium
B.Platinum
C.Tin
D.Zinc
Explanation: Platinum is denser and highly resistant to corrosion and tarnish. It is used for high-value settings and durable jewellery, though it requires higher working temperatures than gold or silver.
6What does annealing do to work-hardened jewellery metal?
A.It permanently increases hardness without changing microstructure
B.It softens the metal by relieving work hardening so further forming is possible
C.It coats the metal with a protective oxide for soldering
D.It chemically removes copper from the alloy surface
Explanation: Cold working hardens metal. Annealing (controlled heating and cooling) restores ductility so the jeweller can continue bending, drawing or forging without cracking.
7Which statement best describes the difference between brass and bronze in traditional metal terminology?
A.Brass is copper + zinc; bronze is primarily copper + tin
B.Brass is copper + tin; bronze is copper + zinc
C.Both are pure zinc alloys with different names
D.Bronze is always sterling silver with a copper colourant
Explanation: In common workshop usage, brass is a copper–zinc alloy and bronze is primarily a copper–tin alloy. Both appear in jewellery findings, tools and decorative metalwork.
8What is the approximate pure-gold content of 18K gold?
A.50%
B.75%
C.90%
D.99.9%
Explanation: 18 ÷ 24 = 0.75, so 18K gold is about 75% pure gold (often marked 750). The remaining 25% is alloying metals that adjust colour and hardness.
9Why do jewellers often pickle metal after heating or soldering?
A.To raise the melting point of the next solder joint
B.To remove oxides and flux residues from the surface
C.To permanently harden the metal without annealing
D.To magnetise steel tools before finishing
Explanation: Pickling (typically in a warm dilute acid bath) dissolves oxides and leftover flux so the metal surface is clean for inspection, further soldering or finishing.
10Which alloying addition is most associated with giving yellow gold a reddish (rose) colour?
A.Nickel
B.Copper
C.Palladium
D.Cadmium
Explanation: Higher copper content shifts gold alloys toward pink/rose tones. Nickel or palladium are more associated with white-gold colour systems.

About the Pancyprian TS Jewellery III Exam

The Pancyprian Access Examination in Technical School Jewellery Construction Technology and Workshops III — Practical Direction (code 508, ΤΕΧΝΟΛΟΓΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΕΡΓΑΣΤΗΡΙΑ ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΗΣ ΚΟΣΜΗΜΑΤΟΣ ΙΙΙ Τ.Σ. (Π.Κ.)) is a centrally set 2026 subject assessment administered by the Examinations Service of the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth for university admission ranking in Cyprus and Greece. A 3-hour Technical School practical-direction assessment with applied, diagrammatic, calculation and/or workshop-linked tasks. English-language MCQ study adaptation of metals, gemstones, soldering, tools, workshop safety and design processes; not a substitute for official written/practical tasks.

Exam sponsor: Examinations Service, Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

A 3-hour Technical School practical-direction assessment in jewellery construction technology and workshops with applied, diagrammatic, calculation and/or workshop-linked tasks (typically two parts). English-language MCQ study adaptation of metals, gemstones, soldering, tools, workshop safety and design processes; not a substitute for official written/practical tasks.

Time Limit

3 hours per the official 2026 programme (codes 505 and 508)

Passing Score

Marked on a 0–20 scale; no pass mark — feeds the access/ranking grade (βαθμός πρόσβασης) for Cyprus and Greece public university allocation.

Exam / Certification Fees

EUR 25.00 per access subject for 2026 (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable electronically by card during the official 2–17 April 2026 payment window per Examinations Service notices.

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Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

20%

Metals And Alloys

Practice coverage of precious and base metals, karat/fineness, alloys and metallurgical properties mapped to jewellery workshop technology.

18%

Gemstones And Settings

Practice coverage of gemstone identification, properties, cutting styles and common setting methods for jewellery construction.

18%

Soldering And Joining

Practice coverage of soldering grades, fluxes, torch technique, pickling and joint preparation for jewellery metals.

16%

Tools And Equipment

Practice coverage of hand tools, measuring instruments, forming equipment and finishing tools used in jewellery workshops.

14%

Workshop Safety

Practice coverage of chemical, thermal, mechanical and eye/respiratory safety controls in jewellery construction laboratories.

14%

Design Processes

Practice coverage of design briefs, sketching, prototyping, measurement planning and production sequencing for jewellery pieces.

Preparing for the Pancyprian TS Jewellery III Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Marked on a 0–20 scale; no pass mark — feeds the access/ranking grade (βαθμός πρόσβασης) for Cyprus and Greece public university allocation.
  • Assessment: A 3-hour Technical School practical-direction assessment in jewellery construction technology and workshops with applied, diagrammatic, calculation and/or workshop-linked tasks (typically two parts). English-language MCQ study adaptation of metals, gemstones, soldering, tools, workshop safety and design processes; not a substitute for official written/practical tasks.
  • Time limit: 3 hours per the official 2026 programme (codes 505 and 508)
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 25.00 per access subject for 2026 (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable electronically by card during the official 2–17 April 2026 payment window per Examinations Service notices. Official sources

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Pancyprian TS Jewellery III: Suggested Study Strategy

1Read the official 2026 specification row for code 508 (ΤΕΧΝΟΛΟΓΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΕΡΓΑΣΤΗΡΙΑ ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΗΣ ΚΟΣΜΗΜΑΤΟΣ ΙΙΙ Τ.Σ. (Π.Κ.)) on the Examinations Service guide before drilling MCQs.
2After each wrong answer, rewrite the rule or concept in your own words with one workshop example.
3Schedule weekly timed practice with official past papers so you build the non-MCQ skills the real paper requires.
4Track weak categories from this bank and re-test them after 48 hours.
5Confirm logistics (centre, materials, language of response) from panexams.moec.gov.cy announcements, not from third-party summaries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the official Pancyprian Jewellery Construction Technology III exam?

No. The official assessment is administered by the Cyprus Examinations Service as an applied, diagrammatic, calculation and/or workshop-linked paper under code 508. This bank is a free English-language MCQ study adaptation for revision; practise every required non-MCQ component with official past papers and the specification.

How is the subject marked?

Like all Pancyprian access subjects it is marked on a 0–20 scale. There is no pass mark; the grade contributes to the access/ranking grade used for admission to public universities in Cyprus and Greece.

What is the 2026 exam fee?

EUR 25.00 per access subject (EUR 50.00 only for Practical Physical Performance Test code 032), payable by card in the official 2–17 April 2026 window, with exemptions for specified groups.

Who can sit this examination?

Final-year student or graduate of a Cyprus public secondary school (lyceum cycle), the English School Nicosia, a licensed private school, or an equivalent foreign upper-secondary school (with certification), within Examinations Service nationality/residence rules. Applications are electronic; un-promoted final-year students with 135+ absences are excluded.

Why is the practice bank in English?

OpenExamPrep publishes one English-language practice URL per exam. Where the tested skill is another language, stems/options may retain that language while explanations stay in English. The bank is not an official translation of the Greek exam environment.

How should I use this bank with official materials?

Use the bank to diagnose weak syllabus areas, then switch to Θέματα - Λύσεις and the official specification on panexams.moec.gov.cy for timed written, drawing or workshop practice that this bank does not simulate.