Art 355 Ceramics II 4 credits - maximum 12 credits Intermediate course. Glaze theory, calculation and composition, and low and high-firing techniques are studied. Includes a survey of the history of ceramics and issues in contemporary ceramics. Students are directed toward self-sufficiency in clay and glaze theory, composition, and application. Kiln theory, construction, and firing is studied and students participate in the design and construction of a kiln.
Students design and execute their own projects.
Includes readings in ceramic history and ceramic criticism. Art 456 Special Projects in Ceramics 4 credits Students design and execute a special project of their own choosing or designate a particular area of research in ceramics they wish to pursue. Art 493 Capstone Experience 2 credits Art majors arrange this capstone component with their faculty advisor no later than their last quarter of junior class standing. Art 494 Capstone Presentation 2 credits This capstone component focuses on career goals through the completion of a professional portfolio and resume, oral presentation to a group of peers or professionals, and completion of a written research report on a self-promotion marketing plan or graduate school applications through workshop or class activities.