90345NSW Certificate IV in Ceramics - Visual Arts

Qualification: Certificate IV (AQF)
TAFE NSW Course No: 7562

This course is for people who want to specialise in ceramics as a visual arts medium. You will learn hand and mouldmaking methods, finishing methods, alternative methods, alternative media and professional arts practices and art theory. You will also learn the use of creative strategies to develop and express your ideas.

Career Opportunities: Artist/ceramic craftsperson, sculptor, technical support assistant in tertiary education, tutor in community campuses, teacher's aide in high schools, arts/crafts related work or self-employment.

Entry Requirements: Completion of the requirements for the award of the NSW HSC or equivalent, and submission of a portfolio; or Completion of a 90346NSW Certificate III in Ceramics or equivalent, and submission of a portfolio.

Modules/Units
Core:
5481A	O H & S in the Visual Arts
5492J	Kilns and Firing for Visual Arts
5492M	Design Applications
7424C	Drawing, General
7530A	History/Theory Cultural Productions I
7530B	Professional Practice Presentation
7562A	Handforming with Modular Components
7562B	Handforming Techniques & Concepts I
7562C	Surface Treatment for Visual Arts
7562D	Handforming with Multi-Media
7562E	Ceramic Materials for Visual Art
7562F	Ceramic Technology
7562G	Mouldmaking for Ceramic Sculpture
7562H	Glazes for Visual Arts
7564K	Ceramics Exhibition Practice
Elective:
7562AA	Technical Tutorial Support

Applying and Enrolling: This course is currently not being offered. For alternative courses, see the Arts and Media Faculty.