Grading Policy

You will be graded on your progress in both applied skills and in theory, as it applies to Art Metals. 

1. All projects finished ………………………………….……….90% - 100%-------A

2. One project finished the other attemp…………………………..80% -89%---------B

3. All projects attempted but not finished …………………..…...70% -79%----------C

Your applied skills will develop as you progress through the course. The assigned projects are progressive so your final skills grade will be based on the percentage of projects you complete.

Theory is also an important part of this course.  While applied skills are invaluable for learning what to do, a artist must also know the theory behind why things happen.  Your instructor will provide appropriate written materials of welding theory.

When calculating the above percentages, the following grading system is used at Austin Community College:

The following numerical criteria apply when calculating the above percentages:

A—Excellent                  90% - 100%

B—Good                           80% - 89%

C—Satisfactory                70% - 79%

D—Minimum Pass           60% - 69%

F—Fail                              59% - 00%

 NOTE:  A grade of D or below may not be applied toward any Welding Technology award.

Required Texts/ Materials/ Supplies

Text/ Readings:  Professor will provide information.

Required Supplies:  There are a number of required tools for this course.  Please see the supply list in this syllabus.

Course Description

Course designed for developing skills in the use of copper for sinking, raising, and repousse to create objects from flat sheets. Topics will include soldering, polishing, and surface treatment to produce utilitarian items in copper.  Course Fee: $50.00;  Course Type: W

Prerequisites

This course has no prerequisites.

Course Rationale

Students taking this class will develop an understanding and a working knowledge of coppersmithing, and the use of specific tools and equipment in the formation of hollow form vessels.

Students take this course typically to satisfy one of the following objectives:

• You are pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding Technology or a Certificate in Art Metals: Metalsmithing or Art Metals: Metal Sculpture at Austin Community College, and this course is one of your curriculum requirements.
• You are an art student from the Art Department at Austin Community College or from an area university, and need to explore welding and metalworking techniques and how they can be applied to art.
• You have no experience in welding technology, but would like to use this course as an introduction to the profession and to develop your skills so you can build personal projects.

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate coppersmithing techniques and the use of specific tools and equipment in the formation of hollow form vessels.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate welding skills sufficient to meet entry level standards.
• Apply safety standards and practices pertaining to welding and metal working industries.
• Demonstrate proper use of hand, measuring, and layout tools, to fabricate metal projects.
• Demonstrate proper metalworking techniques and knowledge of processes sufficient to produce architectural and ornamental metal work.
• Demonstrate work attributes and ethics that contribute to personal success and towards employment goals.