Ceramics – Working with Clay

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2025.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU030560
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD3-Application of skills
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to appreciate the scope of research from primary and secondary sources.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Analyse the work of other sculptors and artists to inform own ideas.

  • 1.2

    Reference all research in a bibliography

2

Be able to create maquettes.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Form maquettes from clay using a range of hand-building techniques

3

Be able to create outcomes from clay

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Prepare work for firing using selecting appropriate clay and techniques

4

Be able to record the creative process.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Keep an accurate record of the creative process including technical information and health and safety issues