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Oct 23, 2026
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ART 1271 - Glass Fusing I
Credits: 3
Catalog Description
Introduction to the basic techniques used to create fused glass art. Students will make projects using a variety of kiln-forming techniques that emphasize experimentation and personal direction. A supply fee is required. Additional costs may be incurred based on individual student need. See course notes in eServices for additional information. Students should be prepared to spend 6-8 hours per week outside of class working on assignments in the on-campus art studios and facilities.
Additional fee to student: Yes
Learner Outcomes
- Create and execute fused glass projects that are technically competent and express an idea, mood or feeling.
- Demonstrate the following skills: glass cutting, grinding, polishing and etching, glass fusing, slumping, casting, and plaster mold making techniques.
- Understand technical and aesthetic information to create fused glass that expresses the following formal qualities: line, form, shape, composition, light, texture, and shadow.
- Demonstrate competence in loading and firing in glass kiln.
- Demonstrate the ability to write a kiln firing schedule.
- Understand basic glass chemistry and glass compatibility.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of fused glass art related terminology and the history of fused glass making.
- Articulate the quality and success of a work of art including the critical evaluation of their own work as well as the work of another artist.
- Demonstrate ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Have the ability to express one’s self and communicate one’s ideas visually.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Examine the techniques used in glass cutting, grinding, polishing and etching
- Introduce the process of glass fusing, slumping and casting
- Explore the process of plaster silica mold making
- Examine the techniques used in kiln loading and firing
- Introduce the writing of a kiln firing schedule
- Explore glass chemistry and compatibility of various types of glass
- Examination of the historic development of fused glass
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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