ART 132 - introduction to Ceramics: Handbuilding

Institution:

Antelope Valley College

Subject:

Description:

3 units 6 hours weekly Advisory: Eligibility for READ 099. Instructional materials fee required for this course and must be paid at registration. Students are introduced to ceramic hand building techniques. Lecture/discussion covers the history and background of hand building techniques, such as pinch pots, coil and slab construction, extruding and glazing with clay. The history and construction techniques will be discussed. Develops student's understanding and application of the principles of art and the elements of design as demonstrated in ceramic art forms from both a historical and contemporary perspective. Students may have to purchase additional supplies not provided by the college. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.avc.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 722-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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