Kiln Design and Construction

At the end of the course, students should be able to 1. identify materials needed in kiln construction; 2. describe heat measuring tools and kiln log; and 3. demonstrate preliminary knowledge of kiln construction, heat measuring tools, and kiln log (kiln–heat management) in effective firing of ceramic wares.

The course aims to develop kiln designs and their construction principles with a view of orientating the students on the rule that guides design and construction of kiln. This course provides the student with the fundamental principles that govern kiln design and construction. Materials that are used in the construction of kilns such as kaolin, silica-alumina, combustible organic matter (saw-dust, rice husk), grog, fireclay and other refractory materials are explored. These would lead the students to a practical demonstration of kiln construction, heat measuring tools, and kiln log in kiln–heat management to fire ceramic wares effectively.