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 Department:    ART

 Course #:    241

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     Yes

 IUs:    5.5

 CIP:    500711

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2021

 Course Description  

An introductory studio course that focuses on fundamental hand building and glazing techniques. Emphasis will be placed on discussion and analysis.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 44

Lab: 22

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Academic Humanities, Elective  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

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

1. Demonstrate proficiency in hand-building 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. Using alternative teaching methods including videotaping and demonstration, students expand their proficiency in methods of forming clay with emphasis on hand-building, 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.