The students will be taught how to weave Navajo rugs and also understand the oral tradition and history of Navajo weaving. A certificate course in Textile and Weaving at Navajo Technical University requires 31 credit hours and it is designed for a one-year program of study. Job opportunities in Textile and Weaving include: instructor position, self- employment, textile manager, and fabric designer.
Job opportunities in Textile and Weaving include: instructor position, self-employment, textile manager, and fabric designer.
| Estimated Cost of Attendance | $14,020 / yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $2,360 |
| Housing and Meals | $7,360 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,200 |
| Transportation | $1,600 |
| Other Education Costs | $500 |
Textile and Weaving Requirements (32 Credits)
| General Education Requirements | Credits | Prerequisites | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1110 | Composition I | 3 | ENGL 098 or satisfactory placement scores |
| MATH 1215 | Intermediate Algebra | 4 | MTH 113 or equivalent |
| NAVA 2240 | Diné Philosophy of Education | 3 | |
| BCIS 1115 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
| Textile and Weaving Core Requirements | |||
| Semester ONE | Credits | Prerequisites | |
| NAVA 1310 | Navajo Rug Weaving I | 3 | |
| NAVA 1210 | Navajo Cultural Arts | 3 | |
| CHEM 1217C | Principles of Chemistry I | 4 | MATH 120, CHEM 1120 |
| NAVA 2220 | Navajo History | 3 | |
| Semester TWO | |||
| NAVA 1320 | Navajo Rug Weaving II | 3 | NAVA 1310 |
| NAVA 1330 | Navajo Rug Weaving III | 3 | NAVA 1320 |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 32 | ||
** Please check course descriptions for the appropriate prerequisites course(s).