Advanced Ceramics and Pottery

          Module 1: Introduction to Ceramics and Pottery

Section 1: History and Cultural Significance  
- Lesson 1: Early Developments in Ceramics  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Early Developments in Ceramics  
- Lesson 2: Global Influence on Pottery Traditions  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Global Influence on Pottery Traditions  

Section 2: Overview of Materials  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Clay Composition  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Understanding Clay Composition  
- Lesson 2: The Role of Water and Additives  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 The Role of Water and Additives  

Section 3: Essential Tools and Equipment  
- Lesson 1: Basic Toolkit for Ceramic Art  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Basic Toolkit for Ceramic Art  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to the Pottery Wheel  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Introduction to the Pottery Wheel  

Section 4: Safety and Studio Practices  
- Lesson 1: Studio Safety Fundamentals  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Studio Safety Fundamentals  
- Lesson 2: Proper Handling of Materials  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Proper Handling of Materials  

Section 5: Fundamentals of Design in Ceramics  
- Lesson 1: Basic Elements of Ceramic Design  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Basic Elements of Ceramic Design  
- Lesson 2: Principles of Form and Function  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Principles of Form and Function  


Module 2: Materials and Preparation

Section 1: Types of Clay  
- Lesson 1: Earthenware and Stoneware Basics  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Earthenware and Stoneware Basics  
- Lesson 2: Porcelain Characteristics  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Porcelain Characteristics  

Section 2: Clay Preparation Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Wedging and Pugging  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Wedging and Pugging  
- Lesson 2: Mixing Additives  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Mixing Additives  

Section 3: Basic Chemical Properties  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Firing Reactions  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Understanding Firing Reactions  
- Lesson 2: The Role of Oxides in Color  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 The Role of Oxides in Color  

Section 4: Tools for Shaping  
- Lesson 1: Handbuilding Tools  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Handbuilding Tools  
- Lesson 2: Tools for Wheel Throwing  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Tools for Wheel Throwing  

Section 5: Preparing Work Surfaces  
- Lesson 1: Setting Up Your Studio  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Setting Up Your Studio  
- Lesson 2: Maintaining a Clean Workspace  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Maintaining a Clean Workspace  


Module 3: Core Techniques of Ceramics

Section 1: Basic Handbuilding Techniques  
- Lesson 1: Coil Building Foundations  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Coil Building Foundations  
- Lesson 2: Slab Construction Methods  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Slab Construction Methods  

Section 2: Introduction to Wheel Throwing  
- Lesson 1: Centering the Clay  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Centering the Clay  
- Lesson 2: Pulling and Shaping Cylinders  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Pulling and Shaping Cylinders  

Section 3: Forming Functional Pieces  
- Lesson 1: Creating Bowls and Cups  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Creating Bowls and Cups  
- Lesson 2: Constructing Plates and Trays  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Constructing Plates and Trays  

Section 4: Making Decorative Forms  
- Lesson 1: Adding Texture and Patterns  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Adding Texture and Patterns  
- Lesson 2: Carving Techniques  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Carving Techniques  

Section 5: Basic Assembly and Joining  
- Lesson 1: Scoring and Slip Technique  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Scoring and Slip Technique  
- Lesson 2: Reinforcing Weak Joints  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Reinforcing Weak Joints  


Module 4: Kiln Firing and Glazing

Section 1: Introduction to Kiln Firing  
- Lesson 1: Types of Kilns and Firing Methods  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Types of Kilns and Firing Methods  
- Lesson 2: Firing Schedules and Temperatures  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Firing Schedules and Temperatures  

Section 2: Glaze Application Fundamentals  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Glaze Composition  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Understanding Glaze Composition  
- Lesson 2: Basic Glaze Application Techniques  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Basic Glaze Application Techniques  

Section 3: Experimenting with Colors  
- Lesson 1: Mixing Glazes for Color  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Mixing Glazes for Color  
- Lesson 2: Testing and Adjusting Formulas  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Testing and Adjusting Formulas  

Section 4: Surface Decoration with Glazes  
- Lesson 1: Resist Techniques  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Resist Techniques  
- Lesson 2: Layering Glazes for Effects  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Layering Glazes for Effects  

Section 5: Post-Firing Processes  
- Lesson 1: Cooling and Handling Fired Pieces  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Cooling and Handling Fired Pieces  
- Lesson 2: Identifying and Fixing Common Issues  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Identifying and Fixing Common Issues  


Module 5: Expressive Form and Design

Section 1: Basics of Sculptural Form  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Three-Dimensional Design  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Understanding Three-Dimensional Design  
- Lesson 2: Enhancing Form through Texture  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Enhancing Form through Texture  

Section 2: From Function to Expression  
- Lesson 1: Creative Exploration of Form  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Creative Exploration of Form  
- Lesson 2: Balancing Utility and Aesthetics  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Balancing Utility and Aesthetics  

Section 3: Incorporating Personal Style  
- Lesson 1: Reflecting Identity in Ceramics  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Reflecting Identity in Ceramics  
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Color and Form  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Experimenting with Color and Form  

Section 4: Developing a Concept for a Project  
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming and Sketching Ideas  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Brainstorming and Sketching Ideas  
- Lesson 2: Creating a Project Plan  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Creating a Project Plan  

Section 5: Final Projects and Evaluation  
- Lesson 1: Executing a Cohesive Piece  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Executing a Cohesive Piece  
- Lesson 2: Peer Review and Self-Assessment  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Peer Review and Self-Assessment