Module Details

Module Code: ARTS8045
Title: Sculpture: Art Processes
Long Title: Sculpture: Art Processes
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2022/23 ( January 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2110 - Visual Arts
Module Delivered in: 4 programme(s)
Module Description: This module facilitates the realisation of advanced sculptural projects within a contemporary art context to a high technical and aesthetic standard. Emphasis is placed on self-directed and independent led inquiry with strong focus on material led exploration, fabrication and use of process led study.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Conceive, research and develop suitable ideas and concepts for production using both contemporary and traditional sculptural technologies.
LO2 Plan a programme of conceptual and technical study with emphasis on an individual visual enquiry.
LO3 Use confidently the tools, materials, practices and processes related to 3-dimensional production and their relevant contemporary technologies.
LO4 Evaluate and articulate the critical and technical concerns of their work and those of contemporary practitioners who are engaged in similar processes, sculptural debates and dialogues.
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).
17539 ARTS7042 Sculptural Elements
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.
ARTS 7042 Sculptural Elements
 
Indicative Content
Individual/Independent Practice
The development of self directed /independent practice supported in the workshop environment. Creative exploration of ideas through the methods and practices utilised in sculptural production using innovative contemporary and non traditional technologies.
Display & Presentation Requirements
This module addresses the critical analysis and evaluation of the student's artworks and conceptual investigations. The application of appropriate methodologies, techniques and materials are investigated in contemporary practices. This process is explored within the studio environment via tutorial, critique and review.
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
Assessment Description
Presentation of developed works.
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 Studio/Workshop Practice Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent Learning & Research Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Julia Kelly (Ed.), Jon Wood (Ed.). (2018), Contemporary Sculpture: Artists' Writings and Interviews, Hatje Cantz Verlag, [ISBN: 9783775733472].
  • Herbert George. (2014), The Elements of Sculpture: A Viewer's Guide, Phaidon Press, [ISBN: 9780714867410].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Andrew Causey. (1998), Sculpture Since 1945, Oxford University Press, [ISBN: 9780192842053].
  • Chrysalis Books. (2005), Encyclopaedia of Sculpture Techniques, [ISBN: 0713471999].
  • A & C Black. (2005), The Sculptor's Bible,, [ISBN: 9780713671322].
  • Glenn Harper (Ed.), Twylene Moyer (Ed.), Karen Wilkin (Introduction). (2006), A Sculpture Reader: Contemporary Sculpture Since 1980, International Sculpture Center, [ISBN: 9780295986210].
  • Nick Brooks. (2012), Advanced Mould-making & Casting Techniques, Crowood Press, [ISBN: 9781847973108].
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_AACER_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles) 6 Elective
CR_AFAFA_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fine Art 6 Elective
CR_AACER_7 Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Applied Art (Ceramics, Glass, Textiles) 6 Elective
CR_AFINA_7 Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art 6 Elective