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The focus of this course is functional and ,nonfunctional objects derived from expanding the,traditional interpretation of forms and creative,hybrids. Refinement in combining form with,surface treatments is also emphasized.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DCE 135 OR DCE 175
This course offers students the opportunity to,investigate drawing as an independent process of,art making. Students develop a personal,vocabulary through self-directed works.,Instruction is individualized to these specific,inquiries.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFA 245
The ancient basketry techniques of twining and,coiling have become a popular and well received,contemporary mode of expression for sculptural and,utilitarian forms. These two techniques will be,explored through a series of exercises followed by,a final project. The course will be enhanced by,comprehensive powerpoint presentations and a field,trip to Cranbrook Science Museum to view their,historic basketry collection.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
In this course, students work on a one-to-one,basis with the instructor, as well as participate,in teamwork with other students. This class takes,an extensive look at the techniques used in,historical glasswork as well as in contemporary,studio work.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DGL 242
This course combines the tools and practices of,the traditional blacksmith with modern machine and,fabrication technology. Students explore 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.,Intermediate students expand on the technical base,of hand-forged process to explore mechanical,hammering, arc welding, machining, and cold,joinery. Design and execution of work challenges,each student to increase practical skills in the,execution, sequence, and creative problem solving.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 177
The vast majority of the history of pottery and,vessel-making is dominated by hand-building,techniques. For thousands of years prior to the,advent of the powered pottery wheel, early,artisans formed pottery with just their hands, and,later, an assortment of hand-wielded tools. This,class draws direct inspiration from this history,as it is reflected in a range of cultures, while,also focusing on the significance of contemporary,hand-built pottery in the industrial era of today.,Students make functionally and conceptually,oriented pottery using a range of hand-building,techniques including coiling, slab work,,extruding, and hollowing-out.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DCE-175
Participation in an internship experience allows students to use classroom-learned skills in a related employment experience. Students must work a minimum of 135 hours over the course of the entire semester. To participate students must be of junior or senior status with completion of freshman and sophomore studios. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8. Seniors may not be eligible to participate in an internship during their final semester. Transfer students must have attended one semester at CCS in addition to meeting the other eligibility criteria. Must be Senior status.
Credits: 3
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The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area(s) being explored.
Credits: 3
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This advanced class teaches students how to,transform the glass objects that they make into,functional lighting devices. Fabrication,,assembly, and professional finishing techniques,will be explored in-depth. Students will,confidently and safely make electrical connections,and select the appropriate components for their,designs. These refined skill sets will be applied,to creative projects and used to solve real-world,design problems. Professionalism, problem-solving,,and craftsmanship will be emphasized.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DGL 142, DGL 265
This introductory course is an independent study,in the making of functional hand tools specific to,a chosen medium. Throughout the semester the,characteristics and treatment of different types,of tool steels are presented. Students expand on,the technical base of hand forging to explore,mechanical hammering, the use of composite metals,,and alternative materials. Students work on,projects independent from one another based to,their specific interests. Design, steel,formulation, hot forging, riveting, heat-treating,,and basic joinery are addressed. Design and,execution of work challenges each student to,increase practical skills in production sequence,,creative problem solving, and form assessment.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 178