Course Detail
Units:
3.0
Course Components:
Studio
Enrollment Information
Enrollment Requirement:
Prerequisites: "C-" or better in ((ART 2201 AND ART 2202 AND ART 2203 AND ART 2204 AND ART 2205 AND ART 2206 AND ART 2207 AND ART 2208 AND ART 2400) OR (ART 2200 AND ART 2250 AND ART 2300 AND ART 2350 AND ART 2400)) OR Instructor Consent.
Description
The course is an introduction to metal fabrication equipment, techniques, materials, and design. Studio works produced in the course will encounter concerns such as scale, structural integrity, and connections or fittings. Projects are designed to establish relationships between materials, structure and space. Oxyacetylene welding, cutting, brazing; operation of MIG, TIG, and stick welder and forge operations are covered. Curriculum includes techniques in basic mold-making. Sculptural works as well as competency tests are required.