Time Schedule:
Frederick Miller
ART 258
Seattle Campus
Introduction to concepts and techniques of metal design with an emphasis on jewelry. Skill acquisition includes sawing, filing, soldering, forging, and casting. Offered: AWSpS.
Class description
The design, fabrication and various technical abilities required to understand non-ferrous metals. Processes include, but are not limited to: forming, hand-tool use, cold connections, soldering, finishing, wire and tube drawing, hinges.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Demonstrations by instructors -- technical exercises to be completed as assigned.
Recommended preparation
Foundation requirements (2D and 3D Design).
Class assignments and grading
Process-based assignments.
Design, craft and presentation; concept, content and depth of investigation; successful use of materials, experimentation of ideas and timely completion of interesting work.
As a studio course, safe studio practices are not optional -- they are required.
