ART 254 - Ceramics II

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

ART 253

Course Description: Continues ART 253 , and further explores the history, technology, design, and art of pottery. Reinforces expectations for students to achieve their goals, and to understand the continuing change of contemporary ceramic art techniques. Introduces materials, tools, and techniques in producing ceramic pottery and sculptural forms, and includes hand building, wheel throwing, glaze formulation and application, firing, and other finishes for clay.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Utilize basic glazes and chemistry, as well as a working knowledge of kiln loading and firing. Be able to analyze and communicate this to others.
CLO#2: Build ceramic works of art exemplifying advanced understanding of clay building techniques.
CLO#3: Locate and discuss personal ceramic work in relation to contemporary ceramics practice and symbolic language in the art world. (ILO: Communication)

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Large towel, Small plastic bucket, Large natural sponge, Needle tool, Trimming tool, Rib Cut off wire, Note book, Large paint scraper, Some brush

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (60) and a standard RCC delivery of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.