Introduction to Glass Blowing

Graduate / Professional

This course provides a basic introduction to the fabrication of scientific apparatus from glass. Topics covered include laboratory set-up, the fundamental skills and techniques of glassblowing, the operation of glass fabrication equipment, and requisite safety procedures. Emphasis is placed on manipulative skills and dexterity, as well as the basic tools, materials, and equipment found in a modern glassblowing facility. Students learn through formal and informal lectures, supplemented by extensive hands-on training in the methods of glass heating and manipulation. All students must have permission of their advisor to enroll. Class is limited to five students. All class material is provided; students only need to be on time and wear proper laboratory attire. Please feel free to contact the instructor, Daryl Smith (daryl.smith@yale.edu), if you have any questions or to check availability. A word of advice: the course is more satisfying if you put in extra time outside of the normal course time for practice. ½ Course cr HTBA