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Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Education

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Introduction to Ceramics

  • Unit Code

    AED1110

  • Year

    2015

  • Enrolment Period

    1

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    15

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

This practical studio unit is designed to introduce pre-service teachers to ceramics - from clay to fired product. Emphasis is placed on hand building processes and the use of simple technology, with attention given to the dynamics of ceramic forms. Students will be able to achieve proficiency in a range of fabrication techniques and decorative processes. The regional and historical evolution of ceramics and the educational value of ceramics studio practice are addressed.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded ARE1121

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Critically appraise ceramic works in a general way and make fundamental aesthetic and fabrication judgements in relation to the development of their own work.
  2. Demonstrate a familiarity with the relevant vocabulary and terminology.
  3. Demonstrate competency in handling of the medium and related tools and equipment.
  4. Describe and discuss an area of ceramic practice.
  5. Discuss how new technologies can be incorporated into art study and utilise them in an appropriate manner.
  6. Maintain a practical workbook: research, plan and develop designs and forms for ceramic projects methodically maintain process and technical notes and write reflective commentary.
  7. Practise safe, healthy and efficient work habits.
  8. Recognise the educational value of ceramics and identify possible applications in a professional context (eg. teaching in a secondary school).

Unit Content

  1. Critique of work produced.
  2. Educational value of studio activity.
  3. Introduction to ceramic history and familiarisation with a range of ceramic artworks.
  4. Introduction to the use (and testing) of materials and low technology fabrication processes.
  5. Processes for developing forms and surface designs.
  6. Safe, healthy and efficient work practices.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Studio practice. Demonstrations. Illustrated talks. Critique. Tutorial presentations.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
PresentationPrepare/present paper or practical (teaching) resource on a major ceramic tradition or culture15%
Creative WorkPresentation of body of work completed for unit: workbook, research material, exploratory drawings/designs; set exercises and finished pieces85%

Text References

  • Birks, T. (2003). The complete potter's companion. London: Conran Octopus.
  • Perryman, J. (2004). Naked clay. London: A&C Black Ltd.
  • Fournier, R. (2000). Illustrated dictionary of practical pottery. (4th ed.). New South Wales: Craftsman House.
  • Nelson, G.C., & Burkett, R. (2002). Ceramics, a potter's handbook. (6th ed.). Victoria: Thomson Learning.
  • Del Vecchio, M. (2001). Postmodern ceramics. London: Thames & Hudson.

Website References

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

AED1110|1|1

Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Education

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Introduction to Ceramics

  • Unit Code

    AED1110

  • Year

    2015

  • Enrolment Period

    2

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    15

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

This practical studio unit is designed to introduce pre-service teachers to ceramics - from clay to fired product. Emphasis is placed on hand building processes and the use of simple technology, with attention given to the dynamics of ceramic forms. Students will be able to achieve proficiency in a range of fabrication techniques and decorative processes. The regional and historical evolution of ceramics and the educational value of ceramics studio practice are addressed.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded ARE1121

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Critically appraise ceramic works in a general way and make fundamental aesthetic and fabrication judgements in relation to the development of their own work.
  2. Demonstrate a familiarity with the relevant vocabulary and terminology.
  3. Demonstrate competency in handling of the medium and related tools and equipment.
  4. Describe and discuss an area of ceramic practice.
  5. Discuss how new technologies can be incorporated into art study and utilise them in an appropriate manner.
  6. Maintain a practical workbook: research, plan and develop designs and forms for ceramic projects methodically maintain process and technical notes and write reflective commentary.
  7. Practise safe, healthy and efficient work habits.
  8. Recognise the educational value of ceramics and identify possible applications in a professional context (eg. teaching in a secondary school).

Unit Content

  1. Critique of work produced.
  2. Educational value of studio activity.
  3. Introduction to ceramic history and familiarisation with a range of ceramic artworks.
  4. Introduction to the use (and testing) of materials and low technology fabrication processes.
  5. Processes for developing forms and surface designs.
  6. Safe, healthy and efficient work practices.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Studio practice. Demonstrations. Illustrated talks. Critique. Tutorial presentations.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
PresentationPrepare/present paper or practical (teaching) resource on a major ceramic tradition or culture15%
Creative WorkPresentation of body of work completed for unit: workbook, research material, exploratory drawings/designs; set exercises and finished pieces85%

Text References

  • Birks, T. (2003). The complete potter's companion. London: Conran Octopus.
  • Perryman, J. (2004). Naked clay. London: A&C Black Ltd.
  • Fournier, R. (2000). Illustrated dictionary of practical pottery. (4th ed.). New South Wales: Craftsman House.
  • Nelson, G.C., & Burkett, R. (2002). Ceramics, a potter's handbook. (6th ed.). Victoria: Thomson Learning.
  • Del Vecchio, M. (2001). Postmodern ceramics. London: Thames & Hudson.

Website References

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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