PCC 125 Clay Casting

1-3-2

This course introduces the different ways of shaping ceramic items leading to the use of plaster molds and process of slipcasting. Topics include model and mold-making, block and case mastermold, gypsum resins, clay selection, mineral additives, flocculation, thixotrophy, deflocculation, rheology, specific gravity, and casting rates. Upon completion, students should be able to cast in molds, remove, de-seam and clean greenware, maintain molds, and layout studios.

Prerequisite

PCC 110

Offered

FA, SP, SU