Ceramics

This degree or certificate is designed for students wishing to prepare for employment in the commercial ceramic industry. Emphasis is on job-related skills such as production forming techniques, surface design techniques, glaze formulation and application, chemical safety, and kiln technology. The certificate is also designed for those setting up their own production studios to work as independent artists. Students will demonstrate skill in a broad range of ceramic techniques, define and use core concepts used in the ceramic area, produce original work that demonstrates a high level of craft, and describe, analyze and provide criticism of ceramic work. Students must complete all required courses for a total of 27 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to define and use core concepts used in the ceramic area; describe, analyze and provide criticism of ceramic work; produce original work that demonstrates a high level of craft; and demonstrate skill in a broad range of ceramic techniques.

Associate in Science Program Map  Certificate Program Map

PREREQUISITE COURSES REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE UNITS
  ART 130
2-D Foundations
3
  ART 186 Ceramics I 3
ART 186 or equivalent ART 187 Ceramics II 3
ART 187 or equivalent
ART 188
Advanced Ceramics I
3
  ART 190 Ceramic Handbuilding 3
ART 190 or equivalent
ART 191
Advanced Ceramic Handbuilding
3
ART 186 or 190 or equivalent ART 192 Earthenware 3
ART 186 or 190 or equivalent
ART 193
Raku 3
ART 187 or 191 or equivalent ART 195 Glaze Calculation 3
  Recommended Courses
  ARTH 111 History of World Ceramics 3
  TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED 27

 

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET.  SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

August 2018 GCC Catalog 2018-2019
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.