ART 270 - Ceramics I
Credit Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites: RDG 090 and ENGL 090 or qualifying scores on accepted placement tests
Session Cycle: FW
This course introduces the student to the nature of clay and how it can be formed. An emphasis will be placed on hand-building methods; coil and slab methods will also be investigated. The intent of the course is to develop techniques of the artist/craftsman in each student. Fundamentals of design and glazing are also covered.
Notes: Humanities/Social Sciences Division
Lab Hours: 90
Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify/Recognize basic construction techniques in clay.
Applies to Fine Arts, A.F.A. Outcome A, C, and F.
2. Identify/Recognize the techniques used to properly glaze a vessel.
Applies to Fine Arts, A.F.A. Outcome A, C, and F.
3. Identify/Recognize the content vocabulary of the discipline.
Applies to Fine Arts, A.F.A. Outcome A, C, and F.
4. Demonstrate/Practice an awareness of proper aesthetic design through class projects.
Applies to Fine Arts, A.F.A. Outcome A, C, and F.
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