FA 81 - Ceramic Material Formulation and Kilns

Semester Hours: 3

Periodically
Study of the physical and chemical properties of clay and glaze including their transformation by firing. Research and experimentation with clays, glazes, and kilns of various cultures, past and present. Exploration of aesthetic, formal and technical implications of ceramic materials and firing techniques.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
FA 80 or 80A or permission of instructor.