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 Department:    ART

 Course #:    242

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    5.5

 CIP:    500711

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2024

 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  

Prerequisite: ART 241 with a "D" or higher.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 44

Lab: 22

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Academic Elective  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

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

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. 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.
2. Using research and writing in journals, students will use critical thinking skills to evaluate and analyze artworks and develop ideas for clay design.
3. As part of the alternative learning strategies, students will use critical thinking skills to evaluate and analyze their work using speech in open evaluations.