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# Ceramics

Equipped with top-of-the-line pottery wheels, Slab Roller, Pug Mill and Electric Kiln, our studio invites individuals to explore, experiment and use the facility as a means of prototyping and creation

## Levels in the Course:

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<summary><a href="/tworks-curriculum/ceramics/level-1-beginners.md"><strong>LEVEL 1: Beginner</strong></a></summary>

Number of Classes: 1 \
Hours: 2 hours

**What you'll learn**

* Introduction to Clay

**Skills you'll gain**

* Clay preparation
* Attention to detail

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<summary><a href="/tworks-curriculum/ceramics/level-2-intermediate.md"><strong>LEVEL 2: Intermediate</strong></a></summary>

Number of Classes: 2&#x20;

**What you'll learn**

* Hand-Building
* Wheel Throwing

***NOTE: Hand-building will have 10 subclasses while wheel-throwing will have 12 subclasses.***&#x20;

**Skills you'll gain**

* Hand-Building Techniques
* Pottery Wheel Basics
* Creativity and Design
* Form Alteration
* Trimming
* Detailing and Finishing

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## <mark style="color:blue;">Meet your Ceramics Instructors</mark> [<mark style="color:blue;">Here</mark>](https://tworks-wiki.gitbook.io/glossary/meet-ceramics-instructors)<mark style="color:blue;">!</mark>

Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our studio, safety guidelines, and operational procedures

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<table><thead><tr><th>✅ Do's </th><th>❌ Dont's </th><th data-hidden></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Reach out for help if injured.</td><td>Wear loose clothing/accessories.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Wear required safety gear.</td><td>Wash clay into the sink.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Use tools only if trained.</td><td>Leave tools/machines unattended.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Handle sharp objects with care.</td><td>Misuse tools.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Clean your workstation.</td><td>Have open flames.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Switch off and unplug machines when not in use.</td><td>Consume food or beverages.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Return tools to their places.</td><td>Touch or disturb ongoing projects.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Dispose of scrap materials properly.</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Plan your projects in advance.</td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>