This course introduces students to skills, techniques, technologies and processes relevant to kiln cast glass. Students develop an individual response to three set projects that explore mould-making techniques, kiln casting and cold finishing processes. Contextual, thematic and conceptual issues are addressed through class discussions and independent research. Occupational Health and Safety instruction is a key component of the syllabus. The course is studio-based.

Note: Places in this course are limited. Students are advised to enrol as early as possible.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of introduced techniques, processes and technologies used in kiln casting and cold working through the realization of individual works in response to set projects
2. Show the beginning of a creative exploration of materials through finished glass works and accompanying research (sketches, models, etc.)
3. Show basic awareness of historical and theoretical contexts relevant to the course

Portfolio of studio work and visual journal (80%) [Learning Outcomes 1 – 3]

Journal (20%) [Learning Outcomes 1 – 3]

Assessment includes periodic critique and review sessions that provide ongoing feedback on work in progress.

4 hours per week lectures, tutorials, critiques and supervised studio practice and 6 hours per week independent studio practice and other research.

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