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    MFA: 3-D Studies

  • ARTS 5610
    Glassworking - Fall, Spring. Advanced-level studies of artistic glass production techniques. Aesthetic and technical research. Studio glass equipment construction. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Extra fee. 1 to 12 credit hours.
  • ARTS 5710
    Ceramics - Fall, Spring. Ceramic production. Correlation of technical research and personal concepts. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: Six hours in ceramics, including glaze calculation; consent of instructor. Sculpture experience is strongly recommended. Extra fee. 1 to 12 credit hours.
  • ARTS 5750
    Glazes and Raw Materials - On demand. Introduction to theoretical and empirical approaches to understanding the behavior of glazes and raw materials. Analysis of glazes through application of the unity molecular formula as well as extensive individual glaze testing. Students are expected to demonstrate an understanding of glaze behavior in both theoretical and applied situations. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 3 to 3 credit hours.
  • ARTS 5760
    Kiln Design - On demand. This course qualifies students to design, construct, and repair ceramic kilns. Emphasis is on real-world problem-solving strategies related to common kiln types. Students are expected to demonstrate both theoretical and practical knowledge of the concepts of kiln design and construction. Students will complete projects in kiln design, construction, repair, and firing. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 3 to 3 credit hours.
  • ARTS 5800
    Graduate Travel Studio - On Demand. Studio practice in conjunction with travel to selected domestic or international destinations. Use of visual media to enhance experience and understanding of the arts in relation to culture and history. Special Fee. 3 to 3 credit hours.
  • ARTS 5810
    Jewelry Design, Enameling, and Metalsmithing - Fall, Spring. Use of metals in jewelry making; design and development of skill in manipulation of tools and materials. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Extra fee. 1 to 12 credit hours.
  • ARTS 5910
    Sculpture - Fall, Spring. Development of abstract forms, figure modeling, and advanced sculptural media. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Extra fee. 1 to 12 credit hours.
  • ARTS 6620
    Advanced Study in Glassworking - Fall, Spring. Advanced studio research and development within the glassworking specialization. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 5610. Extra fee. 3 to 12 credit hours.
  • ARTS 6720
    Advanced Study in Ceramics - Fall, Spring. Advanced studio research and development within the ceramics specialization. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 5710. Extra fee. 3 to 12 credit hours.
  • ARTS 6820
    Advanced Study in Jewelry, Enameling, and Metalsmithing - Fall, Spring. Advanced studio research and development within the jewelry, enameling, and metalsmithing specialization. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 5810. Extra fee. 3 to 12 credit hours.
  • ARTS 6920
    Advanced Study in Sculpture - Fall, Spring. Advanced studio research and development within the sculpture specialization. May be repeated to 21 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 5910. Extra fee. 3 to 12 credit hours.