VAFA149 Architectural Stained Glass Windows
Department of Arts and Communication: Glassblowing and Stained Glass
- I. Course Number and Title
- VAFA149 Architectural Stained Glass Windows Course No Longer Offered
- II. Number of Credits
- 3 credits
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 4050
- IV. Prerequisites
- None
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
- The student will have access to open lab time outside of class to complete course requirements. Tool and safe shop practices are emphasized.
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- Students make architectural stained glass windows that are structurally sound and artistically designed. They apply the traditional techniques of cartooning, pattern making, color selection, cutting, glass decoration, and installation.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- recognize and apply the safety procedures necessary in making stained glass windows;
- design and execute an architectural stained glass window using traditional techniques; and
- analyze projects through critiques, oral presentations, and discussions.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
- procedures necessary to cut architectural stained glass windows
- design cartooning
- pattern making
- cutting
- lead glazing
- installing
- dimensional colored glass objects
- copper foil fabrication
- students will demonstrate safe shop practices
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
- Course learning goals are assessed with group critiques of all projects, based on the successful design, execution, and completion of assigned projects.
- At least two individual critiques with instructor are held each semester, to assess projects using the above criteria and to review students' overall progress.
- Quizzes on tools and processes and safety are given.
- Students demonstrate tool and shop safety practices.
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Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Slides, video, and digital technology by instructor.
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Review/Approval Date - 12/04; Revised 02/2011; Revised 4/2012; New Core 8/2015