DESA2002 Major 3
The details for the course, Major 3 (DESA2002), apply to all of the following topics. Specific descriptions for Syllabus and Proposed Assessment that apply to each topic are detailed below.
Ceramics
Syllabus
wo or more projects, each of which may run for the duration of up to half a semester, which concentrate on aspects of the ceramic surface and address the meaning of surface. One of these projects will be wheel-based and one will be off-wheel. The projects may include decorative techniques that are applied, or those created through the manipulation of clay or its firing (eg. salt, wood, saggar raku or black firings). Use of plaster in the form of working surface may be included. Two short pieces of research on the broader ceramic field and documentation/presentation of these are required. Part 2 of the glaze/clay/kilns course is undertaken in Major 3.
Indicative Assessment
The progressive outcomes of this studio practice based course are assessed by periodic critique plus mid-review sessions and end-of-semester presentation to an assessment panel. Critique sessions will provide advice on work in progress in response to given projects, the mid-course reviews will provide indicative advice on a student's achievement against the criteria, and the end of semester presentation will assess the final outcomes against the agreed requirements of course projects. The glaze/clay/kilns course will be assessed by completing a short open book exam and presentation of completed glaze testing. Assessment is in accordance to ANU School of Art Assessment Procedures by periodic critique and review sessions and end-of-semester presentation to the Assessment Panel.
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Furniture
Syllabus
The course is structured around projects designed to further the introduction of a range of conceptual and thematic aspects. The study and application of jointing systems will continue, together with relevant wood-shaping techniques, marking-out systems, woodfinishing and technical drawing. Objective free hand drawing and presentation drawing are scheduled components of the course. Concept development, research, drawing and design are part of the practical and theory components of the course work structure. The Workshop teaching program is supported by specialties such as tool making which are run through the Workshop Visiting Artist Program.
Indicative Assessment
Assessment is by periodic criticism and review sessions, and end-of-semester presentation to the Assessment Panel. Critique sessions provide ongoing advice on work in progress in response to set projects, the mid-course reviews provide indicative advice on a student's achievement against the assessment criteria, and the end of semester presentation will assess the final outcomes against the agreed requirements of course projects.
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Glass
Syllabus
The focus in the second year continues in the areas of kiln forming, hot glass skills development, learning cold working techniques and glass history. Fundamentals taught in the practical kiln forming area include fusing, kiln use and cold working techniques. In the hot shop, students continue to develop technical skills while in the cold shop, cutting using lathes with stone and diamond wheels, and other cold working techniques are introduced.
Indicative Assessment
Assessment is progressive throughout the semester via critique sessions, mid-semester review and end-of-semester presentation of completed work. All students are required to keep notebooks containing drawings and sketches of developing works; visual reference materials and a notebook detailing processes, technical information, material tests, etc. 80% of the semester grade is on the practical aspect of the course, including kiln forming, hot shop and cold working classes, the keeping of notebooks and visual diaries and participating in studio operation and visiting presentations. The remaining 20% of the total semester grade is comprised of the studio theory component. Assessment is in accordance to ANU School of Art Assessment Procedures by periodic critique and review sessions and end-of-semester presentation to the Assessment Panel.
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Gold and Silversmithing
Syllabus
Students extend their studies by developing individual themes and work methods. The programs of study are project-oriented and concentrate on developing students' skills and on choosing and applying techniques appropriate to their particular tasks. There is a greater emphasis on the use of varied methods in the same work and new materials and a combination of materials will be introduced. Individual projects are decided upon in consultation with Workshop staff. Reference throughout, will be made to the history of gold and silversmithing so that students become aware of the context in which their subject has evolved.
Indicative Assessment
The Assessment process and course requirements are based on the successful completion of 2 prescribed projects and one work proposal. All students are required to keep a record of all technical information acquired during their time spent in the Workshop, including technical processes, equipment used, risk assessment notes, sampling, material research, suppliers lists as well as sketches, working drawings, ideas, inspiration, research and visual reference. Both technical notebooks and sketchbooks must be included in the presentation of work at time of assessment at the end of each semester.
Assessment is in accordance to ANU School of Art Assessment Procedures by periodic critique and review sessions and end-of-semester presentation to the Assessment Panel.
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Sculpture
Syllabus
The program prepares students to work with both projects and Independent Work Proposals (IWP) in an experimental and expansive way. Sculpture supports students wishing to participate in Environmental Studio Studies trips and programs as part of the IWP. Students expand their conceptual, thematic and design considerations through gaining further knowledge of skills, processes, technologies and materials relevant to the practice of sculpture. Individual development is supported through one on one dialogue with supervisors and critique sessions. Focus sessions in studio theory assist the student to locate their practice critically within the contemporary arena. Sessions in investigative drawing are introduced as a tool to support a developing awareness of a professional sculptural practice. An introduction to flexible mould making and hot metal casting as well as short explorations into temporal mediums such as video are completed before moving onto independent research. An expanded competency of aspects of making is encouraged. It is expected that there is a demonstrated awareness of occupational health and safety issues as they have been introduced through procedures and studio management.Indicative Assessment
Assessment is by periodic criticism and review sessions, and end-of-semester presentation to the Assessment Panel. Critique sessions provide ongoing advice on work in progress in response to set projects, the mid-course reviews provide indicative advice on a student's achievement against the assessment criteria, and the end-of-semester presentation will assess the final outcomes against the agreed requirements of course projects.http://www.anu.edu.au/ITA/CSA/study.protocols/assess/index_art.html
Textiles
Syllabus
Students extend their studies through the development of individual themes and work methods. Students must develop independent study programs. The study program as outlined in a Work Proposal (see guidelines provided with Assessment Procedures) is subject to the approval of the Head of Workshop or relevant lecturer.
Indicative Assessment
Assessment is by periodic criticism and review sessions, and end-of-semester presentation to the Assessment Panel. Critique sessions provide ongoing advice on work in progress in response to set projects, the mid-course reviews provide indicative advice on a student's achievement against the assessment criteria, and the end of semester presentation will assess the final outcomes against the agreed requirements of course projects.
http://www.anu.edu.au/ITA/CSA/study.protocols/assess/index_art.html
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