AR 416 Glaze Chemistry & Kiln Design

(Lab Fee) An intensive, blended lecture and practicum-based study focused on the science behind the ceramic materials and glazes. The course will provide information and science to help each student effectively utilize glaze materials in ways that will enhance and improve their individual practice. Students will also learn how to effectively process local clays and develop clay bodies from raw materials. This course also covers kiln design and maintenance, ceramic surfaces, glaze calculations and firing techniques as well as studio practices and safety. Students will be asked to apply these concepts in the ceramics studio as part of their coursework.

Credits

3