Open Ceramics

Course Code 3120ADW201
Locations Warrnambool

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Study Mode On Campus, Short Course
Length 10 weeks
Commencement Follow the book now button for upcoming dates
Timetable Three hours a week, Tuesday evenings 5pm - 8pm
Course Overview
Introduction

Gain an introduction to working with clay and creating your own pottery and functional ceramics. This course is open to beginners and experts alike. The experienced trainer will teach you the skills to create your own pieces and if you are looking for a facility to create you next project. Visit and enjoy our new fully equipped arts studio, the Centre for Creative Arts.

What will I Learn?

  • basic forms and joining
  • states of clay
  • how to make a herb-stripping bowl
  • coil construction
  • decorating ceramics
  • slab construction
  • working with glazes and oxides
  • design and create a wind chime

Course Requirements
For this course, you will need to:

  • provide photo ID to the trainer on the first day of the course
  • bring a pen and paper
  • wear sturdy shoes
  • wear an art smock or clothes that can get dirty

Units offered

This short course does not include accredited units and training.

Fees
Course Fees

Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course (including resource and/or materials costs associated with your course).

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Course Fees $450.00
No concession or government funding applies
How do I pay for the short course?

You can book and pay for your place in a short course online by following the book now button. Alternatively, you can call us on 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus for assistance in your booking.

If your course is to be invoiced to a third party, (eg. Work Cover, employer or agency) an Authority to Invoice (ATI) form needs to be completed and signed by the third party. Please contact us via the live chat below, calling 1300 648 911, or email short.courses@swtafe.edu.au to receive the form.

Next Steps
How to book

There are three simple steps when applying for a course with us. 

  1. Book – you can book and pay for your place online via the book now button.  A tax invoice/receipt is automatically emailed to you upon payment.
  2. Confirmation – you will receive an email confirming the date, time and location of the course. 
  3. Attend and complete the short course - 100% attendance of the short course is required. Upon successful completion and within 30 days of the short course, you will be sent a Certificate of Attendance.

If need any assistance with completing your booking, contact our Customer Service team via the live chat below, call 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.

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