APA2104

Ceramic practice and theory 4

12 points
* 7 studio hours per week, one 1-hour lecture per fortnight and 1-hour tutorial per fortnight
* Second semester
* Caulfield
* Prerequisites: APA2103
* Corequisites: None

Objectives On successful completion of this subject, students should have extensive skills in ceramic forming processes, materials preparation, surface treatment and kiln firing; have formulated and applied appropriate and disciplined personal working procedures; have developed a capacity for self-appraisal of their own work and be able to articulate this through oral presentations and written documentation; have developed levels of experimentation and investigation within their work, moving towards a focus on specific themes and technologies; possess an understanding of the avenues for collaboration with industry in design and technology.

Synopsis At this level of the course, two broad options are available. Option one gives students the opportunity to develop individual concepts and produce innovative work exploring non-functional and sculptural ceramics. It also extends the use of other media within the context of studio ceramics. Option two promotes individual design for the production of ware for functional/commercial purposes, and encourages the development of individual/experimental studio concepts to complement the range of production work.

Assessment Folio: 80%
* Assigned projects: 20%

Prescribed texts

To be advised