UAS Academic CatalogNorthwest Coast Art O.E.
Juneau
Options include weaving, basketry and carving. Please note that only courses taken at the 400 level are repeatable for academic credit. Check the course descriptions for more information.
| Minimum Credit Hours | 20 |
| Major Requirements | 5 |
| Emphasis Area | 15 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| Select all of the following (minimum 5 credits): | 5 | |
| *Beginning Northwest Coast Indigenous Design I | ||
| *Northwest Coast Native Art History & Culture | ||
| IS: (Independent Study) | ||
| Emphasis Area | ||
| Select one of the following emphases: | 15 | |
Basketry Emphasis | ||
Carving Emphasis | ||
Weaving Emphasis | ||
| Total Credits | 20 | |
Basketry Emphasis
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 15 credits of the following: | 15 | |
| Natural Dye | ||
| Harvest and Preparation of Basket Materials | ||
| Beginning Northwest Coast Basketry I | ||
| Northwest Coast Basket Design | ||
| Intermediate Northwest Coast Basketry I | ||
| Advanced Northwest Coast Basketry | ||
And other approved basketry courses. Only the courses at the 400 level may be repeated for credit. | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Carving Emphasis
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 15 credits of the following: | 15 | |
| Northwest Coast Tool Making | ||
| Beginning Northwest Coast Carving I | ||
| Intermediate Northwest Coast Carving I | ||
| Advanced Northwest Coast Carving I | ||
And other approved carving courses. Only the courses at the 400 level may be repeated for credit. | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Weaving Emphasis
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 15 credits of the following: | 15 | |
| Fiber Arts-Spinning | ||
| Natural Dye | ||
| Beginning Northwest Coast Woolen Weaving I | ||
| Intermediate Northwest Coast Woolen Weaving | ||
| Advanced Northwest Coast Woolen Weaving I | ||
And other approved weaving courses. Only the courses at the 400 level may be repeated for credit. | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Upon completion, students will be able to:
- Explain regional differences and similarities within the Northwest coastal peoples and place them in proper historical context.
- Demonstrate knowledge and competency of safety techniques in the form of Alaska Native arts.
- Identify the qualities that show advanced artistry.