Ceramics II (pre-IB)

Program: Arts and Communication

Pathway: Visual Arts

CBEDS Title: Ceramics II

Prerequisites: 3-D Design

Grades: 10-12

Length: One year repeatable

Lab Fee: $25

Textbook: Clay and Glazes for the Potter by David Rhodes and Robin Hopper, Krause Publications, 3^rd edition, November 2000

Software: Glaze Master v.3

Course Description:

1.     The student will learn how to use:

2.     The potters wheel in connection with the theory of functional design;

3.     The properties of the various chemical elements in the unity formula to create unique glazes for various temperatures; and

4.     The theory of clay body formulation for various uses. 

Student Outcomes:  Students will:

Visual and Performing Arts Standards-Advanced	ESLRS	Nogales
A1.0 & A2.0	Critical Thinkers	1.  Demonstrate the use of the wheel in the application of the principles of 3-D.
A1.0 & A2.0	Critical Thinkers	2.  Demonstrate the knowledge of chemical properties in the use of the unity formula.
A1.0 &A2.0	Critical Thinkers	3.  Demonstrate knowledge of clay body formulation.
A1.0, A2.0 & A4.0	Problem Solvers	5.  Demonstrate problem-solving skills in the creating of unique art pieces and a personal style.
A1.0, A3.0, A4.0, & A5.0	Problem Solvers	6.  Demonstrate an understanding of the history and aesthetics of ceramics.

Content Outline:

First Semester: Wheel Thrown Pottery (A1.2, A1.6, A1.7, A2. & A2.5)

1.     Basic wheel throwing techniques

2.     The theories revolving around form vs. function

Second Semester: Clay& Glaze Formulation

1.     Learn clay and glaze theory (A1.2, A1.6, A1.7, A2.1 & A2.5)

2.     Create for themselves clays and glazes. (A1.3, A1.6, A1.7, A2.1, A2.4, A2.5 & A4.4)

All year: In Art history and Aesthetics students will learn: (A1.4, A1.8, A3.2, A3.3, A4.1, A4.2, A4.3, A5.2)

1.     Wheel vs. hand built techniques

2.     The various theories revolving around form vs. function

3.     The aesthetics of the variety of clay bodies in color and texture

4.     The aesthetics of the variety of glaze possibilities in color and texture

5.     The aesthetics of the variety of glaze possibilities in color and texture

6.     Japanese and Chinese ceramic history and aesthetics

2^nd year advanced students

1.     After learning the potters wheel try new solutions to the problems using the accumulated knowledge of wheel techniques

2.     Develop a personal style in the creation of unique artwork using their own clay and glaze formulations.

3.     In firing techniques the students will learn to: (A1.3, A1.6, A1.7, A2.1, A2.4, A2.5 & A4.4)

a.     Load and fire a kiln (to include pit and Raku).

b.     Low fire techniques to include pit firing, Raku and earthenware oxidation

c.     Medium fire oxidation to include crystal glazes & thermal ware

d.     High fire to include Reduction & oxidation in both stoneware and porcelain