This course will introduce develop skills in metal fabrication. Course content will cover several different types of equipment utilized in the welding and cutting processes. Students will learn to learn to effectively use equipment to fabricate mild steel. At the completion of this course students will complete a body of work consisting of finished fabricated steel sculptures. The course will be taught off-campus at Rochester Arc and Flame Center, 115 Fedex Way, Rochester, NY. **Fee: There is a materials fee required for this course and an additional course fee applied via SFS bill. See course notes for course fee information**

This course will introduce develop skills in metal fabrication. Course content will cover several different types of equipment utilized in the welding and cutting processes. Students will learn to effectively use equipment to fabricate mild steel. At the completion of this course students will complete a body of work consisting of finished fabricated steel sculptures in addition to understanding the rationale for working in an additive fashion. The course will be taught off-campus at Rochester Arc and Flame Center, 115 Fedex Way, Rochester, NY. **Fee: There is a materials fee required for this course and an additional course fee applied via student account. See course notes for course fee information**

This course is devoted to the practical business issues that artists must address, such as: building and maintaining a portfolio, pricing, engaging established and emerging marketing strategies, public relations, and the professional presence. Students will develop the skills necessary to create a sustainable post-academic studio practice. Financial organization, communication, and networking, as well as archiving, grant writing, and interfacing with exhibition opportunities will be explored through research projects, writing assignments, and group discussion.