Hello,


First post here. Complete hobbyist, so completely clueless. Hopefully I know enough to at least ask the right questions.

I am interested in learning how to make items out of ceramics. Specifically Zirconia and Silicon Nitrate based. I found a few youtube videos outlining the process but from there, I'm lost to next steps.
Some questions.
1) Where would I buy the materials? A quick google search didnt really reveal information I could understand
2) What type of equipment is generally needed for making largish parts (bbq grill, engine parts, etc)
3) What would be the equivalent of the local machine shop where I could pick up knowledge, have items professionally made, etc. If it helps I'm typically in the Dallas area, but range all over the US.
4) can anyone recommend any books or would this be something better suited for me to try to take a course at a local local community college or something.



Thank you for any information.

Andrew