ARTT 151 Ceramics I

This course will introduce students to the basic hand building skills that are necessary to effectively use clay as a sculptural medium of artistic expression. The course will emphasize a thorough understanding of basic design principles as related to ceramics, and students will use this knowledge to critically evaluate work both verbally and in writing. Students will gain knowledge and skills in the use of ceramic tools, techniques, and processes sufficient to produce work from concept to finished product. This includes knowledge of raw materials and technical procedures such as clay-making, glazing, and firing.

Credits

3

Hours Weekly

4 hours weekly

Course Objectives

1. 1. Identify and apply the critical theories, specialized vocabulary, and concepts specific to the
   art of ceramics.
2. 2. Identify and apply basic art and design concepts, posing and addressing questions on
   perspectives, contexts, and assumptions to establish one’s own critical assessment of an
   artwork.
3. 3. Carefully plan and then create original art that shows an understanding of the fundamental
   design principles and incorporates risk-taking and creativity into problem-solving for each
   project.
4. 4. Assess, reflect on, and critically analyze the role of ceramics as an expression of the human
   condition.
5. 5. Identify appropriate ceramics sculptural, decoration, and glazing techniques and tools to
   efficiently and creatively complete the requirements of each project.
6. 6. Engage in an exploration of various worldviews through study of the ceramics of artists of
   many cultures.
7. 7. Communicate clear design ideas by using written and symbolic forms of communication to
   convey concepts creatively through the use of a sketchbook.
8. 8. Identify and understand scientific concepts involved in the changing nature of clay forms –
   green ware, bisque, and glaze – using appropriate symbols, notation, and vocabulary.

Course Objectives

1. 1. Identify and apply the critical theories, specialized vocabulary, and concepts specific to the
   art of ceramics.
2. 2. Identify and apply basic art and design concepts, posing and addressing questions on
   perspectives, contexts, and assumptions to establish one’s own critical assessment of an
   artwork.
3. 3. Carefully plan and then create original art that shows an understanding of the fundamental
   design principles and incorporates risk-taking and creativity into problem-solving for each
   project.
4. 4. Assess, reflect on, and critically analyze the role of ceramics as an expression of the human
   condition.
5. 5. Identify appropriate ceramics sculptural, decoration, and glazing techniques and tools to
   efficiently and creatively complete the requirements of each project.
6. 6. Engage in an exploration of various worldviews through study of the ceramics of artists of
   many cultures.
7. 7. Communicate clear design ideas by using written and symbolic forms of communication to
   convey concepts creatively through the use of a sketchbook.
8. 8. Identify and understand scientific concepts involved in the changing nature of clay forms –
   green ware, bisque, and glaze – using appropriate symbols, notation, and vocabulary.