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    Course code: 800-000185

    TAFE Statement in Ceramics Foundation - Intermediate Skills/Techniques

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    TAFE Statement in Ceramics Foundation - Intermediate Skills/Techniques

    OverviewAbout this course

     Develop your skills and take home unique clay pieces fresh from the kiln in this short ceramics course. In Term 1 you learn hand-forming and coil techniques, in Term 2 wheel-forming, in Term 3 slab work and in Term 4 slip-casting and mould-making.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    During this course you'll learn to:

    • create ceramic items/objects

    • advance your skills in handforming and wheelforming

    • handle and select appropriate materials and tools

    • implement safe work practices for the professional ceramicist.

    Course outcomes

    You'll leave this course with:

    • A Certificate of Attendance.

    • A potential pathway to further study in ceramics.

    • Intermediate ceramics skills.

    • Enhanced ceramics skills and knowledge.

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Professional Development

    Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects

    Personal Interest

    Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • Successful completion of the TAFE Statement in Ceramics Foundation - Basic Skills/Techniques (in the required technique) as evidenced by a copy of your transcript or Certificate of Attendance.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:

    • an interest and prior experience in working with ceramics.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    PathwaysWhere can this course take you?

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: ceramicist, studio production potter and ceramics technician and teacher.

    Study options

    Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.

    Diploma of Ceramics
    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.

    Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.

    • Ceramics Foundation - Intermediate800000185A

    TAFE NSW ServicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations - get social with our student community

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