In this course, students will investigate the relationships between surface and form in ceramic objects by exploring a range of approaches to the decoration of objects, the processes and technologies concerned, and their contribution to expressing ideas. Through project-based explorations, students will create a unique body of work with a focus on developing skills and knowledge of graphic and textural surface treatment in relation to the transformation of three dimensional ideas. Self-direction is emphasized in the development of skills that investigate, ideate and execute solutions. Students are expected to evidence substantial research, sophistication of design ideas and planning.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. develop, research and evaluate concepts and processes thorough creative, critical and reflective thinking;
2. demonstrate a competent range of skills relevant to surface decoration in response to projects;
3. explore the potential of material/s used in the ceramics decoration process; and
4. engage with historical and theoretical contexts relevant to ceramic projects.

Research-Led Teaching

This course is taught with methods and processes that pertain to practice-led research. Students will engage in hands-on research in the studio, as well as contextual research. The course equips students to creatively integrate practice and concepts through exploration of materials and techniques and to identify historical and theoretical concepts for their work.

Additional Course Costs

Student contribution amounts under the Higher Education Support Act 2003 (HESA) and tuition fees support the course described in the Course Outline and include tuition, teaching materials, and student access to the workshops for the stated course hours.

The Optional Workshop Fees are for additional access to the workshop and the use of equipment, tooling, and consumable items. The Material Fee is payable for the School of Art & Design to supply materials that become your physical property. See section below for more detail. The Additional Materials Fee is payable for Materials you use in addition to those supplied as part of the course. You can purchase additional Clay or plaster from the Workshop and take advantage of the GST-free status. These materials are also WHS and workshop process compliant.

2022 Fees

The Optional Ceramics Workshop Fee is $100.00 (payable by all students enrolled in ceramics courses, one payment per semester only )

The Ceramics Material Fee for ARTV1101 is $50.00. This covers WHS approved materials for course projects.

The Ceramics Additional Material fee is the actual cost of any additional materials you purchase from the Workshop.

For Optional Workshop Fee & Materials fees to go to :https://soad.cass.anu.edu.au/required-resources-and-incidental-fees 

Ceramics Workshop Technical Officer: Tanya McArthur

Email: tanya.mcarthur@anu.edu.au

Required Resources

OPTIONAL WORKSHOP FEE

This Workshop Fee is for additional access to the workshop and use of equipment, tooling and consumable items during extra hours. It is not essential to course completion. Payment of the Workshop Fee is optional, but if a student chooses not to pay it, access to the workshops outside of stated course hours is not allowed.

MATERIAL FEE

Each workshop sources appropriate specialist materials, which are made available to students to facilitate their working effectively, efficiently and safely within our programs. The School of Art & Design is able to supply materials that don’t compromise ANU obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS), and that have been assessed as suitable for each course. 

The Material Fee is payable for the School of Art & Design to supply materials that become your physical property. You can choose to pay the Materials Fee and have these materials supplied to you through the School of Art & Design, allowing you to take advantage of the GST-free bulk purchasing power of the ANU. These materials are also WHS compliant.

Students have the choice of acquiring these materials from a supplier other than the School of Art & Design, however students should note that many materials may not be WHS compliant (and therefore are not approved for use in the workshops), or are not available for individuals to purchase because they must be supplied and stored in a particular way in order to meet WHS regulations.

Recommended Resources

See Wattle

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following ways throughout this course:

• Whole class critique

• Individual verbal comments from lecturer

• Formative and summative feedback at assessment points • Written feedback on assessment tasks

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Other Information

Referencing requirements:

Please see the CASS referencing guidelines at

https://academicskills.anu.edu.au/resources/handouts/referencing-style-guides.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Course Overview & Workshop Induction Introduction to Assessment Task 1 & 2 Lecture: 'Forensic Narratives' Ceramic Form 1 Studio Activity 1 : Form and Texture explorations Direct additive & subtractive processes Demonstration & Studio Practice activities	See Wattle for class readings
2	Ceramic Form 2 Studio Activity 1 : Form and Texture explorations Serial additive & subtractive processes Group Tutorial discussion : Forensic Narratives
3	Lecture : Drawing on Data Ceramic Surfacing 1 - Direct applications . Studio Activity 2 : Surface mark making processes Demonstration & Studio Practice activities Individual progress consultations
4	Ceramic Surfacing 1 - Direct applications . Studio Activity 2 : Surface mark making processes(cont) Individual progress consultations
5	Lecture : Layers of Meaning Ceramic Surfacing 2 - Stencils and Transfer Printing Studio Activity 3 : Surface printing & masking processes Individual progress consultations
6	Ceramic Surfacing 2 - Stencils and Transfer Printing Studio Activity 3 : Surface printing & masking processes (cont) Individual progress consultations	Task 2: Part A: Illustrated research report and “Forensic Narratives”. major work proposal due for submission to Wattle at 9pm on Ist September : Bisc & Glaze firings for Folio A projects
7	Assessment , group critique and Major Project consultations	Task 1: Folio A work due for assessment in class. Task 2: Part B: A4 journal due for assessment in class.
8	Lecture: Hybrid Crafting Individual progress consultations Demonstration & Studio Practice : Hybrid surfaces
9	Individual progress consultations and workshop practice. Tutorial: discussion of reading.
10	Lecture: Thermal Metamorphis Tutorial: discussion of finishing and firing processes. Individual progress consultations and workshop practice.
11	Individual progress consultations and workshop practice. Tutorial: discussion of reading.
12	Lecture: Presentation & the language of arrangement Individual progress consultations Course recap.	Last week for Glaze Firings
13	Studio Completion Week	Last week for Glaze Firings
14	Exam Week	Task 1 Folio B : Major Work and Task 2: Part B: A4 journal are due for assessment on 10th November , set up work in a location TBA. Task 1 Folio C: Digital Catalogue presenting the “Forensic Narratives” Project, submit to Wattle by 5pm on 9th November :

Tutorial Registration

Wattle will assign registration

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Learning Outcomes
Portfolio of Studio Projects	70 %	1-4
Journal, documentation & research	30 %	1& 4

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information 
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website. Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

Studio teaching time is 4 hours per week. Students should expect to spend at least an additional six hours per week undertaking independent research, experimentation, project development and documentation in addition to working in allocated teaching time. Students are expected to attend all classes and to contribute to class discussions and critique sessions.  

Examination(s)

Student are required to present all work completed for the assessment task, including technical information, tests, developmental works, sketches, journal, notebooks. Journals must be submitted on the day of the assessment.

Assessment Task 1

Portfolio of Studio Projects

This task comprises 3 projects through which students respond to investigations, undertaking conceptual ideation, critical thinking and the application of studio practices and technologies, culminating in a major project of individual creative work responding to the course theme "Forensic Narratives'. 

Folio A : Presentation of a series of studio studies exploring ceramic processes that engage conditions of form, surface and connectivity with respect to the course theme, underpinning progressive development towards the completion of a major project.

Due for assessment during class in Week 7, 22nd September : Value 30%

Folio B: Presentation of a major work comprising in response to the theme “Forensic Narratives”. This project is undertaken as practice led response to the research proposal submitted in Task 2.

Due for assessment in Exam week on 10th November : Value 30%

Folio C: Submission of a digital catalogue presenting the major “Forensic Narratives”Project, including photographs of final work, documentation of research ,conceptual and technical development summary and critical reflection. A template guide for the catalogue will be provided on Wattle

Due for assessment by 5.00pm on 9th November via submission to Wattle : Word Count 500 : Value 10%

Detailed assessment Descriptions and project details will be provided on Wattle

Rubric

CRITERIA	HD	D	CR	P	F
Develop, research and evaluate concepts and processes thorough creative, critical and reflective thinking;	Consistently demonstrates and integrates the elements of this criteria to an exceptionally high level across project work in discussion and writing.	Consistently demonstrates the elements of this criteria to a high level across project work, in discussion and writing.	Demonstrates the elements of this criteria to a proficient level across project work, in discussion and writing.	Demonstrates a majority of elements in this criteria to an adequate level across project work, in discussion and writing.	Fails to demonstrate this criteria to a sufficient level across project work, in discussion and writing
Demonstrate a competent range of skills relevant to surface decoration in response to projects;	Consistently demonstrates technical competency across a comprehensive range of skills and processes, exceeding these to an outstanding level	Consistently demonstrates technical competency across a extended range of skills and processes, exceeding these to an advanced level.	Demonstrates technical competency to a proficient level across a range of skills and processes , exceeding these on occasions.	Demonstrates technical competency across a range of skills and processes.	Fails to demonstrate technical competency across a sufficient number of skills and processes
Explore the potential of material/s used in the ceramics decoration process	Evidence of consistent, sophisticated and creative application of a comprehensive range of processes that insightfully extend the potential of selected materials .	Evidence of regular, advanced application of a wide range of processes that creatively extend the potential of selected materials .	Evidence of above average application of a range of processes that creatively extends the potential of selected materials..	Evidence of a satisfactory application of a range of processes that occasionally extends the potential of selected materials in creative ways.	Insufficient evidence of process application and or potential extension of materials.
Engage with historical and theoretical contexts relevant to ceramic projects.	An outstanding level of understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	A high level of understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	A fundamental understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	Some understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is developed in work and/or in discussion	Fails to demonstrate an understanding of historical and theoretical contexts in work and/or in discussion

Assessment Task 2

Journal, documentation & research

Part A: Illustrated research report and proposal for a major work project responding to the theme “Forensic Narratives”.

Due for submission to Wattle in Week 6, Ist September :  750 words:  Value 20%

Investigate 2 artists /designers whose work explores issues of contemporary relevance and analyse the methods used to gather and evaluate information, ideate responses and convey them using art & design media and processes. 

Using the findings of the investigation, develop a major work proposal based on the investigation of a contemporary issue of personal interest, relevant to the theme “Forensic Narratives’ . The proposal will include a brief description of the chosen issue, and a methodology for obtaining information relevant to developing your own expressive, graphic and material response to the issue, including diagrams / sketches of the proposed outcome nominating appropriate ceramic form and surface processes studied in the course . A detailed Assessment Task brief will be provided on Wattle.

Part B: Presentation of A4 journal at week 7 Review and Final examination

Due for assessment during class in Week 7, 22nd September and Exam week on 10th November : Value 10% ( 5% each)

Present an A4 journal recording of information, enquiry and ideas relating to the course, regularly updated with the following range of content

1. Information about techniques covered in class sessions, practical and technical information regarding materials. 

2. Sketches showing development of ideas. 

3. Specific information relevant to personal lines of enquiry – published artists, reviews of exhibitions, catalogue essays and articles of interest. Where possible visit art galleries and collect the catalogue, list, invitation or room card as proof of your engagement with the subject. 

4. Photographic documentation showing works in progress and finished works. 

5. Critical commentary on your own works, on collected material and on gallery visits. Always acknowledge the source of your materials – websites, books, magazines, etc.

Rubric

CRITERIA	HD	D	CR	P	F
Develop, research and evaluate concepts and processes thorough creative, critical and reflective thinking;	Consistently demonstrates and integrates the elements of this criteria to an exceptionally high level across project work in discussion and writing.	Consistently demonstrates the elements of this criteria to a high level across project work, in discussion and writing.	Demonstrates the elements of this criteria to a proficient level across project work, in discussion and writing.	Demonstrates a majority of elements in this criteria to an adequate level across project work, in discussion and writing.	Fails to demonstrate this criteria to a sufficient level across project work, in discussion and writing
Engage with historical and theoretical contexts relevant to ceramic projects.	An outstanding level of understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	A high level of understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	A fundamental understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is evident in work and articulated in discussion	Some understanding of historical and theoretical contexts is developed in work and/or in discussion	Fails to demonstrate an understanding of historical and theoretical contexts in work and/or in discussion

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.

Online Submission

You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) as submission must be through Turnitin.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Returning Assignments

Students will take works with them following assessment. 

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

Not applicable.

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In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.

Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

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• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
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