Wood and Soda Fired Ceramics
Course Information
Subject
ART
Course Number
267
Division
Status
Active
Course Title
Wood and Soda Fired Ceramics
Course Description
This course will investigate the technical and aesthetic possibilities of firing with wood and soda. Students are introduced to and participate in the entire firing process including: the preparation of the kilns and ceramic pieces for firing, firing speed, atmospheric changes, introduction of ash or sodium, cooling processes, unloading of the kilns and clean up of the artwork. Assigned and self-directed projects will be made using a variety of hand building and wheel throwing techniques. Various clay bodies, slips and glazes will also be explored in order to achieve the most desirable results.
Minimum Credit Hours
3
Maximum Credit Hours
3
Total Completions Allowed for Credit
4
Lecture - Lab Hours
(0-6)
Requirements
Prerequisite: ART 246 (C or better)
May be taken four times for credit toward degree
PCS Code
1.1