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TAFE Statement in Ceramics - Wheelforming

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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 and finish the course with the skills to start your own small business.

Outcomes What You'll Gain

Learning Outcomes

Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

  • Research and apply the properties of clay related to wheel forming

  • Establish techniques in wheelforming from basic forms to bowls and other vessels

  • Handle finished work and structures safely, throughout the creative process

  • Apply ceramic design elements

  • Apply basic kiln firing principles

Course Outcomes

Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

  • A pathway to further study in ceramics

  • Specialist skills to create clay structures

  • Build upon your creative and artistic expression through the clay medium

  • Be part of a strong network of likeminded creatives

Suitability Is This Course Right For You?

Entry requirements

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

  • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

Entry recommendations

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

  • An interest in exploring the clay medium

  • Perseverance – wheelforming takes time to get the basics but is very rewarding as you build confidence through practice

  • The ability to pay for the clay used in your works (approximately $50) and to provide your own ceramics tools (approximately $20)

  • 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 Future Career and Study Options

Career pathways

Our graduates go onto roles like: ceramicist and creative artist.

Study pathways

Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

Previous study 0 Courses

Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

The TAFE Statement in Ceramics - Wheelforming does not have any pre-requisite courses.

Further study 3 Courses

Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

Related study 2 Courses

Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

Your experience counts

At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

Units Units taught in this course

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Ceramics - Wheelforming 800-000194A

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.

  • 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

  • Smarthinking - online access to a tutor

  • 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

Delivery Options Find a Location to Enrol

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