FA 220 - Kiln-Forming Techniques

Institution:

Salem Community College

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Description:

Is a survey course that focuses on basic kiln-working processes. The class caters to the beginning glass-worker who is instructed through a variety of techniques of varying complexity. Techniques covered include some or all of the following: various approaches to fusing, relief slumping, slumping into mold forms, kiln-formed murrine-making, draping, dropping, and sagging. Lectures cover information on kilns, kiln set-up, glass varieties appropriate for kiln-forming, compatibility, mold-making processes and materials, firing and annealing theory, kiln-controller use, and finishing/presentation techniques and options. Students are expected to strive to attain a high level of technical proficiency and familiarity with glass as a sculptural material that can be formed in a kiln environment. It is expected that the understanding of basic sculptural tenets and the presentation and finishing skills acquired in ART 116 and FA 120 will be applied to coursework. Work is assessed through critical evaluation. Prerequisite: FA 120 or written permission of instructor for students not enrolled in glass art program Offered: Fall

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.salemcc.edu

Phone Number:

(856) 299-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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