Overview About this course
Relax, unwind and get creative in this short 8 week ceramics course. Learn about the art of clay and wheelforming as you explore the techniques behind making ceramic products. You'll finish the course with the skills to start your own small business.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
During this course you'll learn to:
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Establish techniques in wheelforming from basic forms to bowls
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Research and apply the properties of clay related to wheelforming
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Handle finished work and structures safely, throughout the creative process
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Apply ceramic design elements
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Apply basic kiln firing principles
Course outcomes
You'll leave this course with:
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A Certificate of Attendance
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Specialist skills to create clay structures
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Exposure to a strong network of likeminded creatives
Suitability Is 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
- There are no entry requirements for this course.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
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An interest in exploring the clay medium
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Perseverance as wheelforming takes time to get the basics
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The ability to pay for the clay used in your works (approximately $50) and to provide your own ceramics tools (approximately $20)
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An awareness that this course may be potentially physically demanding on your back
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Where can this course take you?
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: ceramicist and creative artist.
Study options
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
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.
Units Units 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.
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TAFE NSW Services Facilities 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.
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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TAFE NSW Libraries
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