Ceramics Courses Offered

139 Ceramics I

A course designed to introduce students to ceramic processes and concepts. Students explore ceramics as a medium of aesthetic expression and develop an awareness of selected historical and contemporary modes of ceramics. A series of critiques, group discussions, research and information gathering assignments, lectures, and demonstrations, complement studio work. Fulfills general education requirements for The Arts category. Offered each semester.

239 Ceramics II

A continuation of 139. Individual problems in ceramics. Prerequisite: 139. Offered each semester.

339 Ceramics III

A continuation of 239. Students are expected to demonstrate greater independence and experimentation in their work. Prerequisite: 239. Offered each semester.

439 Ceramics IV

AB. Concentrated individualized work for advanced students. Prerequisite: 339. May be repeated once for credit. Offered each semester.

480 Special Individual Projects

Individually designed research studies, field experiences, or experimental studio projects in an area of special interest; carried out under the guidance of the instructor or a special supervisor. May be repeated for a maximum of three units of credit. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Offered as needed.

Equipment for the Ceramics Area

• Solder Clay Mixer
• Shimpo Dearing Pug Mill
• 2 Lockable Wheels
• 4 Electric Wheels
• 2 Kick Wheels
• Large Spray Booth
• 3 Extruders (Stawdard + North Star)
• Slab Roller
• 2 Gas Kilns (Large and Small)
• 4 Electric Kilns (3 Large and 1 Medium)
• Mold Press