AART3370

Ceramics Production

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Creative Arts

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus	Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Builds on the student's knowledge of ceramic techniques through set projects and/or approved student initiated activities. Set projects emphasise limited production techniques for creating similar forms or identical forms repeatedly. Emphasis is placed on experimentation and the exploration of ideas.

Objectives

1. To consolidate and extend technical knowledge and practical skills;

2. To develop ceramic techniques as a means of creative expression within a contemporary framework;

3. To extend knowledge of ceramic forming, decorating and finishing works;

4. To develop visual research material as a resource.

Content

Topics may include:

Model Production;

Slip-casting method;

Plaster Mould making;

Jigger/Jolley;

Wheel Throwing;

Use of ceramic equipment;

Contemporary and historical ceramics;

Research documentation;

Health and safety.

Replacing Course(s)

n/a

Transition

n/a

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

Successful completion of AART1300 and AART1310

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Studio
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Journal	Studio journal accounts for 20%
Other: (please specify)	Students are expected to attend at least 80% of classes
Studio Output	Studio production accounts for 80%

Contact Hours

Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Studio: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables