Art 150 Introduction to Ceramics Syllabus

REQUIRED PROJECTS:

1.  Pinched forms/Slab cups.

2.  Coiled forms.

3.  Slab forms.

4. Final Project  

5. Wheel thrown forms- Extra Credit

Each project will be explained in detail, and each technique will be demonstrated in class.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the class projects, you will be required to:

1.  Keep a sketchbook (unlined) of all your ideas, notes, and sketches from class.

2.  Take a written test.

3.  Participate in class discussions.

4.  Practice safe and economical work habits and contribute to the maintenance of a clean, organized studio.    

GRADES:

Grades will be based on the following percentages:

1.  Pinched forms/slab cups-                  10%

2.   Coiled forms-                                     20%

3.  Slab forms-                                          20%

4.  Wheel thrown forms-                           20%

5.  Test-                                                     10%

6.  Attendance and preparedness-        20%

The criteria for grading will be the successful and timely completion of all projects; effort and growth; the quality and originality of your projects; and the use of the materials and craftsmanship.

Attendance and Preparedness:

Timely and regular attendance is crucial to your success in this class. It is the policy of this college that when your hours of unexcused absences exceed one more than twice the number of class hours per week, you are subject to exclusion from the class. Each time you are late will be counted as one-half of an absence. You must always come to this class prepared to work; each time you are not prepared to work will be counted as one-half of an absence. Do not use class time to purchase materials. Failure to attend the final class meeting may result in a failing grade.

Cell phones and other electronic devices, when used in the classroom, are considered to be a disruption of the educational process. Please turn them off before coming to class.

At the end of the semester, some of the student projects from this class will be selected for photographic purposes and/or for student exhibitions.  I may need to keep your work for up to one year, but most likely will only need it for a few weeks.

For insurance purposes, the only people allowed in this classroom are students who are currently enrolled at Cerritos College. Please do not bring any visitors (children, nephews, nieces, friends, etc.) into the classroom for any reason.       

I can be reached at the following phone number: 562-860-2451, x2614 or by e-mail at:sportigal@cerritos.edu  

Lab Hours:

Monday              9:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Tuesday            12:30 PM to 8:45 PM

Wednesday         9:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Thursday             12:30 PM to 8:45 PM  

Friday                  10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Tools and Materials List

25         lbs. Long Beach Blend Clay (brown). 

Please do not buy any other clay!

1          small unlined notebook

1          12" ruler

1         lock

1          serrated rib

1         cut out tool, Kemper HD 5N

1          Windsor and Newton Bamboo Brush #3 or #4

1          small chamois  

1          Kemper Pottery Tool Kit         

(All of the above items are available in the College Bookstore)

1          small plastic bucket

1          small plastic container with lid (approx. 1 pint)  

*           clear plastic from the cleaners

1          apron (optional)

1          towel (optional)