ART 397 - Alternative Firing Processes in Ceramics

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    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ART 390 with a grade of "C" or better
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course covers alternative firing processes in ceramics which include raku, wood, soda, saggar, sawdust, and pit firing. Ceramics is explored through hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Glaze formulation for the firing processes is included. Emphasis is placed on in-depth examinations of the history of kilns and firing techniques. Different firing processes are explored each semester. Field trips may be required.