The purpose of the Associate of Applied Science degree in General Education, also known as the Weekend College Program is to provide a flexible accelerated degree program format that allows adult learners to complete their degree by attending classes exclusively on the weekends. They offer practical introductions to the field of general education classes at the college level; additionally students may transfer to a a four-year college or university campus for the bachelor's degree.
A minimum of 61 academic credits must be earned in specified coursework.
General Studies Requirements (61 Credits)
| Semester ONE | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH-1220 College Algebra | 4 |
| ENGL-1110 Composition I | 3 |
| NAV-221 Navajo Government | 3 |
| NAV-225 Diné Philosophy of Education | 3 |
| CMP-101 Introduction to Computer | 3 |
| Semester TWO | |
| NAV-110 Foundations of Navajo Culture | 3 |
| ENG-150 English Literature | 3 |
| NAV-211 / NAV-212 Navajo History or Navajo Historical Perspective of Navajo | 3 |
| CHM-110 Elements of Chemistry | 4 |
| HIST-1110 United States History I | 3 |
| Semester THREE | |
| COMM-2120 Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| ENGL-1120 / ENGL-2120 Composition II or Intermediate Composition | 3 |
| PSYC-1110 Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| NAV-210 Contemporary Navajo Life & Experiences | 3 |
| ECON-1110 Survey of Economics | 3 |
| Semster FOUR | |
| ENGL-2310 Introduction to Creative Writing | 3 |
| HUMN-160 Global Cinema | 3 |
| COMM-1130 Public Speaking | 3 |
| BIO-110 Elements of Biology | 4 |
| PED-101 Physical Education | 1 |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 61 |
Degree Checklist (PDF) Enrollment Data
Program Advisors
Julie Bales, Associate Professor of English
Email: jbales@navajotech.edu
Phone: 505.786.4191
M.A., Communication, University of New Mexico
B.A., Communication and Theatre, Montana State University