This course is a continuation into the study of,casting practices with an emphasis on,experimental,techniques. Topics include mold-making, bi-metal,casting and stone-in-place casting.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 245
This course is a continuation into the study of,casting practices with an emphasis on,experimental,techniques. Topics include mold-making, bi-metal,casting and stone-in-place casting.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 245
This class covers more advanced blacksmithing,techniques. Students explore the forging of,ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Topics include,terms and vocabulary, related technology,,toolmaking and a survey of this versatile process,with a focus on its historical and contemporary,relevance.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 275
This course is a semester long intensive study of,the development of pattern on both ferrous and,non-ferrous metals. Using forge welding and,diffusion, participants explore layering processes,of developing composites and mosaic patterns in,steel using power hammer methods. Twisting, stock,reduction, and book match patterning techniques,are presented. Advanced students research,patterned steel of an historic precedent and,develop pattern samples that reflect a technical,lineage. Throughout the semester each student,assembles a journal comprised of weekly clay,pattern experiments, and production notes.,Journals are then photocopied and compiled into,reference books of techniques and patterns.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 276
This course combines the tools and practices of,the traditional blacksmith with modern machine and,fabrication technology. Students refine the,forging of ferrous and non-ferrous metals into a,variety of decorative and utilitarian objects with,an emphasis on contemporary fabrication,techniques. Topics include discipline relevant,terms and vocabulary, related technology, tool,making, and a survey of this versatile process,with a focus on its contemporary application.,Advanced students expand the technical base of,hand-forged process to explore mechanical,hammering, arc welding, machining, and cold,joinery. Independent design and execution of work,challenges each student to gain confidence in the,practical execution, sequence, and creative,problem solving. Students at this level self,direct the parameters of each assignment; develop,patterns, material specifications and produce work,to a professional standard.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 277
This advanced course is an investigation into the,design and fabrication of functional hand tools,specific to a selected medium. Students expand on,the technical base of hand-forged process to,explore mechanical hammering, the use of composite,metals, and alternative materials. Students work,on projects independently with relation to their,specific interests. Throughout this semester the,processing and treating of different types of tool,steels, design, steel characteristics, hot,forging, riveting, heat-treating, and basic,joinery are emphasized. Through the design and,execution of work each student is challenged to,increase practical skills, understanding of,sequence, and creative problem solving.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 278
This advanced casting studio provides students,with the opportunity to conduct individualized,research into casting techniques and applications,which result in a cohesive body of work directed,toward the personal narrative of the student.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 345
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
Independent Study is available to students who are,at Junior or Senior level standing with a,cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above.,The student may receive approval to work in an,area or on a project that is not otherwise offered,or addressed in the regular curriculum. An,Independent Study should include opportunities for,individual student voice and provide a space for,diverse perspectives. Students may receive credit,toward graduation for no more than 6 credit hours.,The student must submit to the chairperson of the,department in which they wish to study, an,Independent Study Proposal of 150 words (no less),of the student’s plan for study and her/his reason,for choosing to study independently. Once the,department chairperson provides approval and the,instructor for the Independent Study is,determined, the faculty member must write an,Independent Study Syllabus with education goals,,learning outcomes, meeting dates, course,expectations, timelines, and due dates. Art,Education candidates must pass DAE 490 with a,grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for,certification.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 140
METALS ELECTIVES SUBJECT CODES INCLUDE:,DME
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
METALS ELECTIVES SUBJECT CODES INCLUDE:,DME
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: