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15 courses with the subject CERA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

CERA 10001Ceramics0.5

18 hours CE level continuing studies course Learn about the technical possibilities of clay while working with your hands! Students develop two main projects that weave the historical and conceptual possibilities of this unique and transformative material. This course may not be audited.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
0.5
Credits (max)
0.5
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 101Introduction to Ceramics1.5

45.0 hours 100 level undergraduate course Through lecture and demonstrations, students learn basic skills such as handbuilding, throwing, and press molding with an introduction to loading and firing kilns and mixing clay and glazes. Problems are given with an emphasis on developing each student’s potential for personal expression and artistic invention. Freshmen are encouraged to participate in the departmental guest lecture series and field trips. This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
1.5
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 211Throwing Exploration Projects3

90.0 hours 200 level undergraduate course Beginning studio work using the throwing process and related glazing and firing techniques. Problems are given with an emphasis on developing each student’s potential for personal expression and artistic invention. This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 212Throwing Exploration Studio3

90.0 hours 200 level undergraduate course A continued exploration of throwing process and ceramic technique This freestanding course also serves as a companion to CRCM 211. Materials addressed will be at a beginning level-more experienced students taking the class will explore the topics in more depth. This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 213Handbuilding Exploration Projects3

90.0 hours 200 level undergraduate course Beginning studio work with clay using the handbuilding processes of slab, coil pinch, and pressing form molds, plus related glazing and firing techniques. Problems given emphasize developing each student’s potential for personal expression and artistic invention. This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 214Handbuilding Exploration Studio3

90.0 hours 200 level undergraduate course A continued exploration of studio work with clay using handbuilding processes. Materials addressed will be at a beginning level; more experienced students taking the class will explore the topics in more depth. Requires completion of 30 credits. This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 220Ceramics1.5

45.0 hours 200 level undergraduate course Through lecture and demonstration, students learn basic skills such as handbuilding, throwing, and press molding with an introduction to loading and firing kilns. Mixing clay, slips, and glazes is also being covered. Graduate students may register for this course under GRCR 660. Requires completion of 30 credits. This course may be completed 2 times for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
1.5
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 223Ceramic Technology1.5

45.0 hours 200 level undergraduate course A lecture and laboratory course designed to investigate basic clay and glaze materials. Students gain an intuitive understanding of ceramic materials, their practical and aesthetic properties, and develop a series of personal glazes. The nature of clays and the relationship among clay bodies, slips, sigillatas, and glazes is also explored. Requires completion of 30 credits. This course may be completed 2 times for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
1.5
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 299Selected Topics in Ceramics1.5-3

undefined hours 200 level undergraduate course This course allows for the presentation of one-time, unique studio experiences involving either specialized themes, media, classroom structures, or teaching and learning formats, for the development of projects relevant to contemporary ceramic issues. Requires completion of 30 credits. This course may be completed 4 times for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 313Ceramics Junior Studio I3

90.0 hours 300 level undergraduate course Builds upon a basic grounding in ceramic concepts and techniques. Through lectures, technical demonstrations, conceptual projects and critique students further their development as artists. Prerequisites Take 6 credits from: CERA*211, CERA*212, CERA*213, or CERA*214 This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 314Ceramics Junior Studio II3

90.0 hours 300 level undergraduate course A continuation of CRCM 313, Ceramics Junior Studio I. In preparation for the senior thesis, students take on increased responsibility for the form and content of their work. Prerequisites Take 6 credits from: CERA*211, CERA*212, CERA*213, or CERA*214 This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 315Ceramics Junior Projects3

90.0 hours 300 level undergraduate course This course serves as a companion to CRCM 313. Technical and conceptual material presented dovetails with that presented in CRCM 313. Prerequisites Complete 6 credits from: CRCM*211, CRCM*212, CRCM*213, or,CRCM*214.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 412Ceramics Senior Thesis II3

90.0 hours 400 level undergraduate course Production of work for the thesis exhibition continues. In preparation for leaving the academic environment, students complete work for their portfolio. Though development of technical skills continues, the emphasis is on having students articulate their ideas and understand the content of their work. Prerequisites Complete 6 credits from CERA*211, CERA*212, CERA*213, or, CERA*214 This course is not repeatable for credit.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 413Ceramics Senior Studio3

90.0 hours 400 level undergraduate course A continuation of CRCM 315. Problems become more complex as students acquire a level of technical mastery appropriate to their ideas. Emphasis is placed on the student’s conceptual development. Prerequisites SOAC*301

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com
CERA 490Independent Study1.5-6

undefined hours 400 level undergraduate course Independent Study offers a matriculated student the opportunity to initiate individual research or advanced projects that are beyond the limits of the standard curriculum. This course requires permission by the offering program office. This course may not be audited. This course cannot be taken pass/fail.

Subject
CERA
Credits (min)
1.5
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Catalog
2023-2024 University Catalog
Source
uarts.catalog.acalog.com

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