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In this course, students explore functional and,nonfunctional objects derived from the vessel,format. Experimental forming methods for sheet,metal are emphasized. Soldering and welding,techniques such as raising and shell-forming for,sheet metal are also presented.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 144
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
In this course, students explore the casting,process as it relates to small metal objects.,Various molds, waxes and casting materials are,used.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
In this course, students explore blacksmithing,techniques such as 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 175
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. 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 176
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
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
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific,to the area(s) being explored.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites:
This is an advanced studio concerned with,fabrication and forming techniques for jewelry and,small scale metals. Students undertake projects,with an emphasis on individual expression, surface,embellishment and production strategies.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DME 241
This course is a multi-level studio with an,emphasis on fabrication and forming techniques,for,jewelry and small-scale metals.
Credits: 3
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