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.
| 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 (31 Credits)
| General Education Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG-110 Freshman Composition | 3 |
| MTH-115 Introductory Algebra | 3 |
| NAV-225 Diné Philosophy of Education | 3 |
| CMP-101 Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| Textile and Weaving Core Requirements | |
| Semester ONE | Credits |
| NAV-103 Introduction to Weaving | 3 |
| NAV-105 Navajo Cultural Arts | 3 |
| CHM-120 General Chemistry I | 4 |
| NAV-211 Navajo History | 3 |
| Semester TWO | |
| NAV-115 Intermediate Navajo Weaving | 3 |
| NAV-120 Advanced Navajo Weaving | 3 |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 31 |
Program Advisor
Dr. Paul Platero, Professor of Linguistics and Navajo Language / Department Chair for School of Diné and Law Studies
Email: pplatero@navajotech.edu
Phone: 505.786.4160
Ph.D., Linguistics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
M.S., Linguistics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology