2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Category: Studio Art & Craft Courses

2026-2027 Academic Catalog

  • DME-275 INTERMEDIATE BLACKSMITHING

    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

  • DME-285 SPECIAL PROJECT 100/200

    The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific,to the area(s) being explored.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DME-340 ADVANCED METALSMITHING & JEWELRY DESIGN

    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

  • DME-344 ADVANCED HOLLOWARE

    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

  • DME-345 INTERMEDIATE CASTING

    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

  • DME-375 ADVANCED BLACKSMITHING

    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 and DFN-116

  • DME-445 ADVANCED CASTING

    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 245

  • DME-485 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400

    The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DPM-115 INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING

    While working with the many processes of,printmaking, students will engage with the,printed image while considering the historic,aspects of the techniques involved in the,production of a print. This course is an,introduction to the following areas of,printmaking: relief (woodcuts and linocuts),,intaglio (etching), and lithography. Students,will learn the basics of each area through,,collaborations and hands-on short workshops.,Context is discussed and explored through,demonstrations, readings, image presentations,,and visits to local galleries, community,prints-shops, and museums with a range of,print-media.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 SAC 105 (formerly DFA 105)

  • DPM-202 PRINT: DETROIT

    Using the City of Detroit as its inspiration,,students will employ various research,methodologies as a starting point for creating,prints. Through projects and field trips will,engage and respond to the long history of,printmaking within the city of Detroit. Techniques,introduced will include relief printing, laser,cutting, print from found,objects and silkscreen. Students will print both,with and without a press to create limited,edition prints as well as DIY or on-the cheap,multiples using commercial print processes. ,Those students who have taken Intro to,Printmaking or have prior college level,printmaking experience will be encouraged to,build on techniques they’ve already learned to,develop their own creative voice.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120