ARTS 546 Furniture Design

This course is an exploration of concepts and techniques commonly used in the design and making of furniture within the context of production and singular object making. The course focuses on wood as the primary construction material, and introduces a variety of joinery techniques, wood manipulation techniques, and the aesthetic implications of both. The course also introduces students to both historic and contemporary practitioners, and is intended for graduate students not concentrating in Furniture Design.

Credit 2 hrs May be repeated for additional credit, total credits not to exceed 12 hrs
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Department Permission is required

A basic understanding for working with three-dimensional materials is expected for students enrolling in this course.

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Course History -
New Course 2/2016, effective Fall 2016

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