BTEC Specialist Diploma in 3D Design Glass Level 2 (C00355-121301)

Course Overview:

This course is for learners with basic experience of kiln formed glass or related techniques. It will include glass making methods - fusing, slumping casting and pate de verre, cold finishing, model and mould making, surface texture and decoration, 2D and 3D design and visual communication, and an element of ceramics.

Entry Requirements:

Level 1 experience of kiln formed glass techniques or equivalent experience and transferable skill from sculpture, ceramics or metal casting

Course Content:

Your course is practical and will facilitate your development of skills working with a range of studio glass techniques and some basic application of ceramics in combination with glass. It covers model and mould making using a variety of materials, approaches and starting points; casting, pate de verre, fusing and slumping as well as cold finishing and surface finish and decoration. You will explore and document a number of assignments and use 2D and 3D visual communication approaches. You will further develop your knowledge of the potential of the medium of glass through looking at both contemporary and historical works, and will actively take part in:
• Creation and development of ideas into 2D and 3D
• The creation of sketchbooks/ notebooks
• The creation of samples, test pieces, models and maquettes
• Basic clay and ceramic techniques
• Setting up moulds and glass for kiln firing
• Clay and wax model making
• Rubber mould making
• Refractory mould making
• Fusing, slumping and pate de verre
• Understanding, selecting and preparing glass for kiln firing
• Packing kilns, firing and annealing cycles
• Cold finishing techniques
• Presentation of finished pieces and supporting project work

You will be set assignments and projects and encouraged to adopt an experimental approach. You will be taught through demonstration, group and individual instruction and you will learn from hands on experience. You will document your own learning and progress during the course and develop ideas using 2D as well as 3D approaches.

Assessment Methods:

Details of the BTEC assessment process will be described on the assignment briefs at the beginning of your course

Additional Information:

We strongly recommend that learners wear non slip, closed footwear and protective aprons (and gloves if appropriate) to ensure that any risk from materials used in the class is minimised.”


You will need to pay for some materials : Glass, wax, mould making materials, basic tools
Estimated budget for these for the course £20• If you require further course information or advice & guidance that is not answered in this outline, please email ccs@racc.ac.uk

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Bring To First Class:

Apron or overall, sensible footwear, sketchbook/notebook, any modelling tools you may have already, a camera if you have one and any existing ideas/ pieces of work which you would like to show and discuss in the first group session

Attendance:

Regular attendance and commitment to the course is required

Further Study and Career Opportunities:

You can progress to a BTEC Level 3, Advanced Workshop or HNC Design Crafts.
sculpture courses, art courses

Alternative Courses:

• C00108-121301 Glass: Casting for Beginners
  Start: 15/06/2013 Duration: 4 week(s) Days/Time: Sat (10:00 to 13:00)
• C00108-131401 Glass: Casting for Beginners/improvers
  Start: 14/06/2014 Duration: 4 week(s) Days/Time: Sat (14:00 to 17:15)
• C00106-131401 Glass: Fusing for Beginners/improvers
  Start: 09/11/2013 Duration: 4 week(s) Days/Time: Sat (14:00 to 17:15)
• C00107-131401 Glass: Slumping for Beginners/improvers
  Start: 01/03/2014 Duration: 4 week(s) Days/Time: Sat (14:00 to 17:15)
• C00716-131401 Studio Glass - L1 BTEC Award 3D Design Beginners/Improvers
  Start: 27/02/2014 Duration: 16 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (10:00 to 13:00)
• C00103-131401 Studio Glass for Beginners/Improvers
  Start: 18/09/2013 Duration: 18 week(s) Days/Time: Wed (18:30 to 21:30)
• C00103-131402 Studio Glass for Beginners/Improvers
  Start: 19/09/2013 Duration: 18 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (10:00 to 13:00)
• C00104-131401 Studio Glass for Beginners/Improvers
  Start: 26/02/2014 Duration: 16 week(s) Days/Time: Wed (18:30 to 21:30)
• C00102-131401 Studio Glass Intermediate Workshop (tutored)
  Start: 19/09/2013 Duration: 18 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (14:00 to 17:00)
• C00102-131402 Studio Glass Intermediate Workshop (tutored)
  Start: 19/09/2013 Duration: 18 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (18:30 to 21:30)
• C00102-131403 Studio Glass Intermediate Workshop (tutored)
  Start: 27/02/2014 Duration: 16 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (14:00 to 17:00)
• C00102-131404 Studio Glass Intermediate Workshop (tutored)
  Start: 27/02/2014 Duration: 16 week(s) Days/Time: Thu (18:30 to 21:30)

How to Enrol:

You can enrol directly online or in person at one of our centres at PK or CL



You can enrol directly online or in person at one of our centres at PK or CL

If you wish to pay in instalments or are eligible for a concession you will need to enrol in person bringing appropriate evidence (refer to info on conc. Link)

If you are aged between 16-18 please complete the Young Person’s Application Form and return it (fern chantele.carter@racc.ac.uk)

Note: 16-18 learners refers to learners born between 1.9.93 – 31.8.96 inclusive.

Note: 16-18 learners refers to learners born between 1.9.93 – 31.8.96 inclusive.

Frequently Asked Questions:

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“What will happen if I miss a class?”

“When will the exams take place?”

“Do I need any special clothing or equipment?”

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