CER2320

Materials research and technology (glass)

2 points
* One 1-hour lecture per week
* Full-year subject
* Caulfield
* Prerequisites: CER1320

Objectives On successful completion of this subject students should be able to measure and record data using equipment pertinent to the glass industry; interpret and present test data; perceive problems, formulate and test hypotheses and present conclusions; recognise the technical requirements for using ceramic materials in a multi-media context.

Synopsis This subject will develop further the knowledge of glassmaking materials and processes gained in CER1320. Students will receive theoretical and practical instruction via lectures and structured laboratory research assignments.

Assessment Examination: 60%
* Four laboratory research reports: 40%

Prescribed texts

Bingham J (ed.) Hot glass information exchange 1979
Biser B Elements of glass and glass making Glass and Pottery Publication, 1974
Lundstrom B Glass fusing: Advanced fusing techniques Book 2, Vitreous Publications, 1989
Scholes S Modern glass practice 7th edn, Cahners Books, 1975

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