ART 242 - Ceramics II

Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 44
Lab Hours: 22
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: An intermediate or advanced studio course which focuses on throwing and advanced hand-building techniques. Emphasis is on discussion and analysis. May be retaken for up to 8 credits.

Prerequisite: ART 241 with a D or higher.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Elective Requirements: Fulfills Academic Electives
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate proficiency in throwing techniques
Demonstrate proficiency in glazing methods
Demonstrate an ability to operate a kiln
Analyze works of clay using the vocabulary of the discipline

Course Contents

Through alternative teaching methods including videotaping and demonstration, students expand their proficiency in methods of forming clay with emphasis on wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques.
Using research and writing in journals, students will use critical thinking skills to evaluate and analyze artworks and develop ideas for clay design.
As part of the alternative learning strategies, students will use critical thinking skills to evaluate and analyze their work using speech in open evaluations.

Instructional Units: 5.5