| CERAMICS |
186 |
CERAMICS I |
3.0 Units |
ART 186 is an introductory study in the field of ceramics. Students learn various forming techniques, with an emphasis on the production of functional pottery forms, surface design techniques, and glaze application methods. Students are introduced to clay and glaze composition as well as basic kiln design. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Ceramics Family) |
| CERAMICS |
187 |
CERAMICS II |
3.0 Units |
ART 187 is a continued study in the fundamentals of the ceramic process that focuses on wheel throwing techniques. Through concentrated exercises, students sharpen skills and increase their ability to produce work of greater quality, size, and range of form. Students research, formulate, and test a glaze of their own choice. Various methods of firing ceramic vessels are explored. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: ART 186 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Ceramics Family) |
| CERAMICS |
188 |
ADVANCED CERAMICS I |
3.0 Units |
ART 188 is an advanced course involving work on the potter's wheel requiring consistency and accuracy of results. Students learn how to create ceramic vessels of matching sizes and shapes by designing and forming multiples and sets of objects. Awareness of three-dimensional form and surface design are heightened by individual and group critiques. Students work towards a more individual statement by further experimentation with a variety of clay bodies, glazes, and firing techniques. Under supervision the students assist in a loading and firing of kilns. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: ART 187 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Ceramics Family) |
| CERAMICS |
189 |
ADVANCED CERAMICS II |
3.0 Units |
ART 189 is a course designed for the advanced student who wishes to pursue an individual direction in depth. Students propose a semester research project, concentrating on specific techniques, materials, and firing procedures. Upon instructor approval of the proposal, students will work semi-independently, formulating personal clay bodies, glazes, and firing techniques. Reading and research assignments are made where applicable. A written analysis of a current ceramic exhibition is required. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: ART 188 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Ceramics Family) |
| CERAMICS |
190 |
CERAMIC HANDBUILDING |
3.0 Units |
ART 190 is an introduction to basic ceramic hand-building techniques and processes. Students are introduced to traditional methods of forming, joinery, and construction. They will also explore traditional hand-built pottery as well as contemporary, expressive, hand-built forms while learning to design and analyze functional and nonfunctional objects. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Ceramics Hand Building Family) |
| CERAMICS |
191 |
ADVANCED CERAMIC HANDBUILDING |
3.0 Units |
ART 191 explores complex problems of design and construction. Students will work with the ceramic medium in conjunction with other materials while exploring possibilities of designing for architecture. In-depth studies of surface design and decorative techniques are included. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: ART 190 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Ceramics Hand Building Family) |
| CERAMICS |
192 |
EARTHENWARE |
3.0 Units |
ART 192 is an intermediate course in ceramics, dealing specifically with earthenware, or low-fired ceramics. Students study a variety of forming techniques including slab and wheel, and will also experiment with earthenware clay bodies, glazes, underglazes, and slips. Specific projects may include glaze formulation and testing, underglazing, majolica (in-glaze painting), and overglazing (lusters, China paints, and decals). Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: ART 186 or 190 or equivalent. Recommended preparation: ART 130. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Ceramics Hand Building Family) |
| CERAMICS |
193 |
RAKU |
3.0 Units |
ART 193 is an introductory course in ceramics dealing exclusively with the raku firing process. Projects are drawn from a variety of forming methods including coil, slab, pinch and wheel, which will be fired by the Japanese raku process. Students prepare Raku clays and glazes to use in the execution of their projects. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2 hours/Studio 2 hours. Prerequisite: ART 186 or 190 or equivalent. Recommended preparation: ART 130. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| CERAMICS |
194 |
ADVANCED RAKU |
3.0 Units |
ART 194 is an advanced course in ceramics dealing exclusively with the Raku firing process. Students propose and execute an advanced research project in Raku forming and firing techniques. Students develop and select Raku clays, glazes, and firing techniques to use in the execution of their research project. Advanced firing procedures are emphasized. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: ART 193 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| CERAMICS |
195 |
GLAZE CALCULATION |
3.0 Units |
ART 195 is an introduction to basic glaze and clay calculations. Students learn to calculate molecular weights, molecular glaze formulas, and batch recipes. Students use general glaze theory with procedures to analyze and substitute (or create from the beginning) glazes and clay bodies. The course involves simple arithmetical computations and includes certain ceramic laboratory skills and safety precautions for handling chemicals. This course prepares the student for employment in the ceramic industry. Lecture 2.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| CERAMICS |
196 |
ADVANCED EARTHENWARE |
3.0 Units |
ART 196 is an advanced course in ceramics, dealing specifically with earthenware, or low-fired ceramics. Students experiment with earthenware clay bodies, glazes, underglazes, and slips. Students propose an individual research project to study a specific earthenware technique in depth. Students may choose to focus on glaze formulation and testing, underglazing, majolica (in-glaze painting), or overglazing (lusters, China paints, and decals). Students learn technique specific loading and firing techniques for the electric kiln. Oxidation firing effects will be explored. Note: A material/lab fee may be required for this course. Lecture 2 hours/Studio 2 hours. Prerequisite: ART 192 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
