Category: Academic Programs & Courses

Contemporary Decorative Iron 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.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFN 116 and DME-175

The basic techniques of enameling are introduced,in this course, with an emphasis on technical,proficiency, aesthetics, and design.

Credits: 3

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This studio is the second level of exploration,concerned with fabrication and forming techniques,for jewelry and small scale metals. The emphasis,within this course is directed research into,topics of technical proficiency, material,vocabulary and creative problem solving.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DME 140

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

A true collaborative multidisciplinary lab. ,Through regular field trips, visiting artists,,lectures, studio-based assignments, and group,critiques discovery is accomplished as a,collective effort. Individuals work together on,assignment and project centered teams; “ad hoc”,,fluid partnerships of two or three individuals,that rotate across the semester.,Partnerships identify goals, develop ideas,,explore alternatives, as well as experiment with,materials, and examine processes to develop,successful creative and technical strategies.,Partnerships support one another with,documentation, and presentation of outcomes. Each,team is responsible for no less than two unique,solutions per assignment; one contribution per,member. Weekly critiques bring teams together to,review results, share analysis and propose new,goals/objectives. Vital group feedback sparks,ideas, suggests alternative paths, and generates,support and critical thinking. Teams utilize,every opportunity, direct observations,,institutional and digital resources.

Credits: 3

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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

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 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

In this course, students explore functional and,nonfunctional objects derived from the vessel,format. Advanced application of conceptual and,technical research in merged forms, experimental,structures and materials result in objects of,personal narrative as well as sculptural and,utilitarian significance.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DME 244