Module Details

Module Code: ARTS8047
Title: Visuals, Concepts & Materials
Long Title: Visuals, Concepts & Materials
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 15
Field of Study: 2110 - Visual Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: Visual Research, Development of Concepts and Investigation into Materials and Processing Techniques; this module will enable the learner to identify an individual area of research, develop it through visual and technical means and translate into original Contemporary Applied Art- Ceramics, Glass and/or Textiles. The learner will develop methods of independent research into technologies and materials suited to their area of specialisation.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify and support visual enquiry through the use of advanced research methodologies, investigative strategies and professional working practices.
LO2 Identify relevant issues of concern; analyse and utilise information to explore materials and techniques to further develop concepts.
LO3 Demonstrate a critical understanding of chosen materials through use of appropriate materials and processes
LO4 Question and challenge personal research production, skill and competence.
LO5 Effectively communicate concepts, methodologies, processes and outcomes both visually and verbally to their peers and fellow practitioners.
LO6 Apply initiative, resourcefulness and critical awareness in the production of work, supported by research.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Research
Identification, critical evaluation and selection of information and sources: interpretation and development.
Conceptual development
Identification and awareness of pertinent issues and their wider significance through critical evaluation, constructive self-reflection, problem solving and resolution.
Process
Identification, investigation and use of appropriate materials, processes and specialised skills.
Critical evaluation and Contextual Studies
Investigation of historical and contemporary contexts relating to concepts, materials and issues arising.
Studio Practice/Health & Safety
Organisation of space and time. Understanding and practising safe use of materials and equipment.
Selection, documentation and Presentation of work
Investigation of a range of materials and methods of displaying and documenting work in progress.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Exhibition Evaluation % of Total Mark 100
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Selection, Evaluation and Presentation
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Group Delivery 1:15 Seminar/presentation/workshop Every Week 9.00 9
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Research and development of studio practice Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 21.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 21.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 9.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Group Delivery 1:15 Seminar/presentation/workshop Every Week 9.00 9
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Research and development of studio practice Every Week 12.00 12
Total Hours 21.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 21.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 9.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Frank and Janet Hamer. (1986), The potter's dictionary of materials and techniques, second. Black, London, [ISBN: 0-7136-2713-1].
  • Daniel Rhodes. (1988), Clay and glazes for the potter, second. A & C Black, London, [ISBN: 0-7136-3007-8].
  • Cohen, Cecilia. (2011), The Glass Artists Studio Handbook:Traditional and Contemporary Techniques for working with Glass, Quarry Books.
  • Chambers, Karen S &Oldknow, Tina. (1999), Clearly Inspired- Contemporary Glass and its Origins, Tampa Museum of Art.
  • Carol K. Russell. Fiber Art Today, Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., p.192, [ISBN: 978-0764337772].
  • Various Editors. Art Textiles of the World: Series by Country, Telos Art Publishing, UK.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Matthias Ostermann. The ceramic surface.
  • Eskus, Albinus. (1981), The Art of Painting on Glass, Routledge & Keegan Paul.
  • Layton, Peter. (1996), Glass Art, University of Washington Press.
  • Hawkins Opie, Jennifer. (2004), Contemporary International Glass, Victoria & Albert Museum.
  • Oldknow, Tina. (2009), Voices of Contemporary Glass, The Heineman Collection, Hidson Hills Press.
  • Bachman, Ingrid and Ruth Scheuing, Eds.. (1998), Material Matters: The Art and Culture of Contemporary Textiles, YYZ Books, Toronto.
  • Beverly Gordon. Textiles: The Whole Story, Thames & Hudson, p.304, [ISBN: 978-0-500-51566-2].
  • Nadine Monem (Editor). Contemporary Textiles, Black Dog Publishing, p.191, [ISBN: 978-1906155292].
  • McFadden, David Revere et al. (2009), Radical Lace and Subversive Knitting, Museum of Arts and Design, New York.
  • Livingston, Joan, and Ploof, John, Eds.. (2007), The Object of Labor: Art, Cloth, and Cultural Production, MIT Press and the Art Institute of Chicago Press, USA.
  • Various Editors. Portfolio Series: series by Artist, Telos Art Publishing, UK.
  • Cutter Venessa. (2012), New Technologies in Glass.
  • Adriano Berengo, Laura Mattioli Rossi, Rosa Mentasti, Francesca Giubilei. Glasstress, Charta, p.176, [ISBN: 9788881587438].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
  • Periodical, Ceramic Review.
  • Periodical, American Ceramics.
  • Periodical, Ceramics Technical.
  • Periodical, Ceramics Art and Perception.
  • Periodical, New Ceramics.
  • Periodical, Neues Glas.
  • Periodical, Glass: The Urban Glass Quarterly.
  • Periodical, Glass House.
  • Periodical, New Glass Review Annual.
  • Periodical, Surface Design Journal.
  • Periodical, Textileforum.
  • Periodical, Sculpture.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_AACER_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles) 7 Mandatory