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• CFT 110: CRAFT DESIGN

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course is an initial exploration of design concepts and techniques related to basic craft processes. Emphasis is placed on individual production in a variety of materials. Students are required to produce craft objects in a minimum of four craft areas. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week.
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• CFT 151: WOOD DESIGN I

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  Fundamentals of woodworking techniques and furniture design are studied, including fabrication, simple joinery and finishing. Use and care of machine and hand woodworking tools are included. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week.
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• CFT 161: FINE METALS I

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  Experiences are centered around the creation of jewelry and metalcrafts. Emphasis on fundamental techniques leads to an experimental use of metals, semi-precious stones, and other materials appropriate to the construction of jewelry, holloware and metal sculpture. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week.
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• CFT 221: CERAMICS II

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  This advanced exploration of the clay medium builds on the skills acquired in Ceramics I. The relationship of technique to concept will be explored with an emphasis on craftsmanship. Both functional and non-functional clay objects will be produced. Students are expected to fulfill all the course requirements assigned in relationship to the number of credit hours earned. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week. (6 c.h., 3 s.h.)
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• CFT 231: WEAVING II

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  Advanced weaving includes techniques appropriate for two-, four- and multi-harness looms, stemming from basic techniques developed in Weaving I. Emphasis is placed upon individual design techniques and the development of personal approaches to weaving. Students are expected to fulfill all the course requirements assigned in relationship to the number of credit hours earned. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week. (6 c.h., 3 s.h.)
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• CFT 241: TEXTILES & MATERIAL STUDIES II

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  Advanced techniques and complex fabric structures are investigated and developed. The student focuses upon aesthetic concepts appropriate for fibers and fabric construction. Students are expected to fulfill all the course requirements assigned in relationship to the number of credit hours earned. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week. (6 c.h., 3 s.h.)
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• CFT 251: WOOD DESIGN II

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  The course offers advanced study in woodworking techniques and furniture design which include inlay, lathe turning, and various joinery techniques. Care and maintenance of machinery are included. Students are expected to fulfill all the course requirements assigned in relationship to the number of credit hours earned. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week. (6 c.h., 3 s.h.)
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• CFT 261: FINE METALS II

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  The creation of unique pieces of jewelry and metal objects becomes the primary emphasis of this course. Advanced techniques of construction and ornamentation will be studied. Areas to be explored by the student include enameling, hollowware, prong settings, repousse (chasing). Works of historic and contemporary significance will be studied. Students are expected to fulfill all the course requirements assigned in relationship to the number of credit hours earned. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week. (6 c.h., 3 s.h.)
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• CFT 268: ENAMELING

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will introduce the fundamental skills and techniques of vitreous enamel. In addition to the basic and traditional techniques, the student will explore an experimental approach with a contemporary direction emphasizing aesthetics, conceptual, and formal concerns. Finished pieces may include, but are not limited to, objects of adornment, vessels, and objects as statement. This course may be used by Fine Metal majors in place of CFT 361, CFT 362, CFT 363, CFT 364, or CFT 365. (Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.) Students are expected to fulfill all the course requirements assigned in relationship to the number of credit hours earned. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week. (6 c.h., 3 s.h.)
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• CFT 322: CERAMICS STUDIO II

  3.00 Credits

  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

  
  Further advanced study of the ceramic medium is undertaken with an emphasis on concentration in areas of the student's choice. Coursework includes research and experimentation which culminate in the resolution of both technical and conceptual concerns. Technical and conceptual concerns will be addressed in a demonstration/lecture seminar format. (Repeatable up to 15 s.h. with a 6 s.h. maximum per semester.) Students are expected to fulfill all the course requirements assigned in relationship to the number of credit hours earned. This course is repeatable up to five (5) times. Students are expected to set higher goals and achieve a higher level of sophistication in successive levels of Craft Studios. Students will develop their personal imagery, critical and creative capabilities, and technical ability. They will also increase their knowledge of relevant processes, techniques, and their understanding of the work of contemporary and historical crafts and craft movements. At the more advanced levels of Studio, students will increasingly be expected to pursue opportunities to exhibit their work through juried exhibitions and on-campus venues. A minimum of 3 hours of work outside of class is required per week. (6 c.h., 3 s.h.)
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