MPT 261 Ceramics I (3)
Exploring plastic materials in three-dimensional form using coil, slab, pinch, and extruded clay and wheel throwing as an introductory experience in clay. Traditional and contemporary approaches explored. Several decorative methods and firings extend perception of the entire ceramic process. Prerequisite: ART111,121,122,171, or permission of instructor. Materials fee. 3 Lab. includes Lec.

MPT 361 Ceramics II (3)
Pottery, design, forming, wheel throwing, handbuilding, decoration, glazing, and firing. Prerequisite: ART111,121,122,171,261. Materials fee. 3 Lab. includes Lec.

MPT 362 Ceramics III (3)
Pottery and sculpture design, forming, wheel throwing, decoration, glazing, and firing. Clay and glaze materials and formulations covered. Prerequisite: ART261,361 or permission of instructor. Materials fee. 3 Lab. includes Lec.

461/561 Ceramics IV (3)
Advanced problems in ceramic design emphasizing individual creativity and requiring technical proficiency. Prerequisite: nine semester hours in ceramics. Materials fee. 3 Lab. includes Lec.

462/562 Ceramics V (3)
Advanced problems in ceramic design emphasizing individual creativity and requiring technical proficiency. Students must complete a professional portfolio of work. Prerequisite: 12 hours in ceramics. Materials fee. 3 Lab. includes Lec.

660 Graduate Ceramics (3-6; maximum 36)
Individual and directed studio problems in ceramics stressing professional orientation and personal interpretation. Prerequisite: graduate standing in studio art. Materials fee.

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