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ART 216

Ceramics Fundamentals

Art College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Foundation ceramics.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

1.5

Fixed

1.5

Fixed

2

Fixed

4

Other Prerequisites

Acceptance to a Department of Art degree program.

Title

Craft and Creative Issues

Learning Outcome

Students will read and discuss a variety of related issues, including writings on contemporary arts and crafts and personal creative sources.

Title

Visual Imagery and Ceramics

Learning Outcome

Students will find and explore visual imagery and gain a sense of historical and contemporary ceramics.

Title

Clay Properties, Challenges, and Glazing

Learning Outcome

Students will demonstrate a grasp of the fundamental properties of clay, explore glazing options, and encounter the challenges of the medium.