Ceramics 2021-2023 Curriculum Standard

The Curriculum Standard is an introduction to the program which includes the program’s critical performance, a program description, program learning outcomes, and the program’s potential career opportunities. This is followed by information on duration, credits, admission requirements, advanced placement, certification, articulations, and prior learning assessment and recognition.

This document also contains a program delivery sequence and the course profiles with specific course learning outcomes and grading basis.

In addition, the Curriculum Standard is used as a tool for revision and evaluation of the program and for the promotion of transfer agreements with other post-secondary institutions.

• Throwing and Handbuilding
• Ceramic Science
• Designing for Production
• Ceramic History
• Wholesale and Retail Marketing
• Firing Methods (Gas, Raku and Electric Kilns)
• Decoration/Motif Designing and Techniques

• Professional Craftsperson/Entrepreneur
• Sculptor or Ceramic Artist
• Production Potter
• Tile Designer
• Pottery Studio Owner

Fall 1 [1 elective*]

CERA 2908
Throwing and Firing

CERA 2909
Surface Decoration: Ceramic Materials

CERA 2917
Introduction to the Science of Making Clay

* DRAW 2900
Directions in Drawing: Traditional and Contemporary

* DRAW 2901
Life Drawing: Structure and Form

* DRAW 2902
Watercolour: Exploring Water-Based Materials

* DRAW 2907
Drawing and Narrative

* DRAW 2908
Painting in Acrylics I

Winter 1

CERA 2911
Throwing Complex Forms

CERA 2913
Ceramic Science

CERA 2912
Surface Decoration: Tiles

HIST 2903
Ceramic History and Materials Exploration: Prehistory to 1900

ENTR 2001
The Business of Craft: Practices and Opportunities

Spring 1

CERA 2914
Production Studio

Fall 2

CERA 3909
Production: Developing a Line

CERA 3910
Teapots and Altered Vessels

CERA 3911
Raku and Sculpture

HIST 3900
Ceramic History and Materials Exploration: 1900 to the Present

ENTR 3920
The Business of Craft: Marketing and Sales

Winter 2  [1 elective*]

CERA 3912
Designing Large Ceramic Forms

CERA 3913
Off-Wheel Design

CERA 3914
Surface Decoration: Advanced Applications

* AVVA 3908
Designing Bodies

* DRAW 3001
Imagery, Sources and Development

* DRAW 3004
Painting in Acrylics II

* DSGN 3916
Book Art Design

* HUMN 3000
Art for Social Change

ENTR 3921
Marketing and Online Promotion: Craft

Spring 2  [1 elective*]

* INST 3902
Senior Practicum

* INST 3906
Senior Project: Ceramics

• $50 Application Fee (1)
• An official transcript of marks indicating Certificate – Foundation Visual Arts (FVA) from NBCCD OR
  • An official transcript of marks indicating at least 1 year post-secondary education
  • OR equivalent experience (2)
• Portfolio Submission
• Interview

(1) The $50 application fee is in Canadian dollars, applies to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents and is non-refundable and subject to change without notice. International applicants pay a $100 Canadian application fee. See International Students for more information.

(2) Equivalent experience is determined by the College assessing your combination of learning and experience through recognition of prior learning. If you are 21 years of age and have past experience, you may be assessed as a Mature Applicant.

Interview
The College may contact you for an interview, it is important to consider why you want to study with us and your future goals.

Foundation Visual Arts:

Please note that it this program traditionally starts with the one-year Foundation Visual Arts Program as a prerequisite.

DIRECT ENTRY PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS

To ensure that you are well-prepared to bypass the Foundation Visual Arts Program (FVA) and enter directly into an NBCCD Diploma Program, we need to assess your abilities and knowledge of the foundations of visual art. Please read Direct Entry Requirements for full instructions.

All exercises must be original and created within the last 6 months.

CHECKLIST:

• CV/Resume
• Letter of Intent
• Three Observational Drawings
• Three 2D Design Exercises
• Two 3D Design Exercises
• Three Colour Theory Exercises
• Compare & Contrast Essay
• Image List

Apply Here: Canadian Students

Apply Here: International Students

Go to the Admission Requirements to learn more. This page will also provide more details and info on where to mail your transcript of marks, cash, cheques and/or money order.