Mar 28, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2019-20 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2019-20 [Archived Catalog]

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ART 3230 - Ceramics Wheel Throwing II


The class is designed to reinforce basic wheel throwing techniques and to introduce new technical and innovative approaches on the potter¿s wheel. The alteration of wheel thrown forms and the process of creating forms of greater complexity with multiple parts are emphasized. Utilitarian pottery is explored through the use of the potter¿s wheel, coupled with hand building and mold making techniques. The class also examines how the alteration of wheel thrown forms can be an effective way of producing sculptural objects. Clay and glaze chemistry are approached through ceramic material testing and kiln firings. Group and individual critiques take place at the end of each kiln firing.

Requisites: ART 1200 and 1210 and 1220 and 1230 and 1240 and 2220
Credit Hours: 4
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 4.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will become more innovative with idea development and individual problem solving.
  • Students will develop advanced skills in all facets of the wheel throwing process.
  • Students will increase their knowledge of kiln design and firing processes and will become familiar with the atmospheric kilns on the outdoor kiln facility.
  • Students will increase their knowledge on issues in both historical and contemporary ceramics through individual research and group discussions.
  • Students will investigate ceramic materials and develop new possibilities for surfaces applications.



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