CERAMIST

CERAMIST

LEVEL I

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: LOWER SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA

TRAINING PATH DURATION: 600 HOURS

QUALIFICATION OBTAINED: PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE DESCRIPTION

The professional trained in the production and processing of ceramics is responsible for modelling, wheel throwing, kiln forming, and decorating the product.

The professional qualification is essential for practicing as a freelancer and for collaborative work at artisan companies in the sector.

TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

CORE MODULES:

• Promotion of Equal Opportunities conditions in the Workplace and relevant regulations

• Introduction to Ecology and Environment, Sustainable Development, and any relevant sector regulations

• IT and web: theoretical knowledge and practical use of tools

• Prevention and protection regulations in the workplace (Legislative Decree 626/94 and subsequent amendments and additions)

• Introduction to regulations on workers’ rights and duties, including the methods and characteristics of standard and non-standard contracts. Collective bargaining

• Introduction to the current tax system

• Introduction to project financing: incentive laws, structural funds, self-employment

SPECIALIZATION MODULES:

• Ceramic processing and decoration

• History of ceramics

• Ceramic processing techniques

• Preparation of clay mixtures, kiln forming, modelling, transformation, wheel throwing, and glazing

• Preparation of materials and use of work tools