Learning outcome

Knowledge

The candidate:

- Has knowledge about ceramic design and techniques from earlier periods, both nationally and internationally

- Knows where clay comes from and how it is processed, and is able to use clay from the local area

Skills

The candidate:

- Has worked with ceramic designs and techniques from a selected period

- Has worked with forming and firing techniques, such as ‘plate’ and ‘sausage’ techniques and wood-fired kilns

- Can use clay from their local area in this work and fire it in a cone or barrel kiln, or a kiln which student(s) have constructed themselves

General competence

The candidate is able to:

- Communicate knowledge and use forming and firing techniques from an earlier period when working with children and adolescents

- Explain the relationship between geological conditions and clay and how this relationship can determine the difference in ceramic traditions in different countries

Course Description

The course emphasizes the interaction between maker, ceramic products and environmental factors. It is the contemporary context which the ceramic products are placed in that establishes a focus and basis for creative processes in clay, which the student will relate to. It is important that the student develops an understanding of the connections between the environment and natural conditions, and the cultural and technical development of a society.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Teaching will involve the school’s indoor and outdoor workshops and public spaces. The course includes an introduction, seminars and tutorials. Students are expected to put in considerable effort in the workshops.

Assessment Methods

Students must submit a portfolio before the stipulated deadline; it should include products, presentations of products, process description and reflection on practical training. A grade will be given from A to F, where E is the lowest passing grade.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean