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CAEL3015: Glass in Time: Advanced Hot Glass
2025 unit information
In this unit of study you consider the scientific, cultural and artistic impact of Venetian glassblowing from the Renaissance to present day through research projects. Structured weekly workshops traverse contemporary use of a range of Venetian glassblowing techniques and methods. You will apply learned theoretical knowledge and developed practical skills to a self-directed work that reinterprets the Venetian glassmaking tradition. You may work exclusively with glass or in conjunction with other media and processes.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Sydney College of the Arts |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 2000 level in CAEL or ARHT including CAEL2049 or 18 credit points at 2000-level in CAST unit including CAEL2049 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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CAEL2078 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate an in-depth understanding of contemporary art practices, histories and theories specific to glass that informs their own creative processes
- LO2. communicate their ideas relating to projects creatively and effectively
- LO3. demonstrate rigorous and independent thinking
- LO4. engage critically with social, cultural and ethical issues and apply local and international perspectives to extend their creative practice through reinterpretation of Venetian glass
- LO5. use appropriate technologies and media to effectively gather information
- LO6. critically evaluate information.
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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