Uas Academic Ca Talog 2015-16
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Changes and Updates The online version of the UAS Academic Catalog is the official catalog of the institution. Instead of a static document, this medium allows UAS to make changes as necessary. This will ensure that users have the most up- to-date information. Changes to the academic catalog are subject to approval by the Provost and must be routed through the Provost’s Office. All changes that are made during the course of the year will be posted on this page. For the most recent changes, please view the official online UAS Academic Catalog at www.uas.alaska.edu/catalog Online Change Sheet: Affected text (located in the body of the document) will be highlighted in yellow. Changes can be accessed two ways: 1. By clicking on the highlighted text, users will automatically be brought to the specific location on this page that explains the change, or 2. By clicking on a specific change listed on this page, users will automat- ically be brought to the page where the affected text is located. Please report any problems with the online catalog to the Provost Office, (907) 796-6486. CHANGES 2015-2016 EDITION Date *Page Change 12/15/15 145 required courses and credit hours UAS ACADEMIC CATALOG 2015-16 ACADEMIC CATALOG UAS UAS Sitka Campus UAS Juneau Campus UAS Ketchikan Campus Mission The mission of the University of Alaska Southeast is student learning enhanced by faculty scholarship, undergraduate research and creative activities, community engagement, and the cultures and environment of Southeast Alaska. Vision The University of Alaska Southeast is recognized as a destination of choice for students seeking excellent academic programs and engaging learning opportunities that integrate the environment and cultures of Southeast Alaska. Values 1. Excellence – we pursue excellence through continuous improvement and innovation in teach- ing, community engagement, and research, scholarship, and creative expression. 2. Diversity – we embody and respect the diversity of each individual’s culture, talents and abilities, and educational goals with special attention to Alaska Native heritage unique to Southeast Alaska. 3. Access – we create accessibility to programs and services through use of technology, innova- tive and creative practices, and personalized services. 4. Collaboration – we forge dynamic and cooperative partnerships internally among students, faculty, and staff and externally with other academic institutions, government agencies, busi- ness and industry, and community-based organizations to enhance our effectiveness. 5. Sustainability – we contribute to the economic, social, and ecological sustainability and quality of life of the southeast region and state, nation, and world using the unique opportuni- ties available (e.g., coastal environment, Tongass National Forest, glacial ecosystem, Juneau as Alaska’s capital city). 6. Stewardship – we are responsible stewards in the use of our resources and are accountable for results working in an environment that values the contributions of all (e.g., administra- tion, faculty, staff, and students). Core Themes s Student Success – provide the academic support and student services that facilitate student MISSION AND CORE THEMES AND CORE MISSION access and completion of educational goals s Teaching and Learning – provide a broad range of programs and services resulting in student engagement and empowerment for academic excellence s Community Engagement – provide programs and services that connect with local, state, na- tional, and international entities on programs, events, services, and research that respond to the economic, environmental, social, and cultural needs and resources of Southeast Alaska s Research and Creative Expression – provide programs and services that support research, scholarship, and creative expression by faculty and students [ii] WELCOME TO UAS Ła gwelga la̱k! La̱mgism, la̱mgism, ła gwelga la̱k! The fire is burning, warm yourselves, warm yourselves, the fire is burning! [Tsimshian] Dáng k_ats'áas eehl díi gudangáay 'láagang. I'm happy you have come/come in. [Haida] Haa yoo x̱ʼatángi haa latseeníx̱ gux̱satée. Our language will become our strength. [Tlingit] he University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) ships, practicum experiences, and field-based Tfocuses on student learning enhanced by learning that will enrich your knowledge and faculty scholarship, undergraduate research and experience. creative activities, community engagement, and UAS campuses are located in the magnificent the cultures and environment of Southeast Alas- Tongass National Forest along Alaska’s Inside ka. UAS is a student-centered institution—our Passage—a place where glaciers, forests, marine goal is helping you succeed in achieving your ecosystems, and human communities co-exist educational and career goals. and thrive. This is a great place for a quality UAS is an integrated regional university with liberal arts education, and interdisciplin- campuses in Juneau, Ketchikan, and Sitka. ary study and research—whether focusing on These campuses are located in vibrant coastal environmental sciences, marine biology, busi- communities rich in history and cultural heri- ness management, environmental literature, tage. The region is the cultural homeland for the or teacher education. UAS is also a university Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples who have with a proud tradition of career and technical lived here for generations. education—putting you on a path to a success- ful career. In all of our degree programs, you’ll As a UAS student you can enjoy the opportu- develop skills in critical thinking and reasoning, nities of a residential campus in Juneau, take oral and written communication, information classes close to home in your nearby commu- literacy, quantitative skills, and professional nity campus, or enroll in online e-Learning behavior that will serve you well in your career. programs. UAS offers face-to-face courses on its three campuses plus over forty degrees and UAS is a university with a warm and friend- certificates online. In fact, over 40 percent of all ly atmosphere where students receive person- UAS students are enrolled online. alized attention. Your success is our goal. If you have any questions about enrolling and UAS offers some unparalleled opportunities succeeding at UAS, please contact us. We look for learning. Our faculty and staff are first-rate forward to hearing from you. Welcome to the and they care about student success. You’ll find University of Alaska Southeast. small class sizes and opportunities for intern- Learn, Engage, Change [iii] OCCUPATIONAL ENDORSEMENTS 89 Bachelor of Liberal Arts (B.L.A.) . .118 Accountant . 89 Designated Emphasis . .120 & DEGREE PROGRAMS CERTIFICATE Alaska Salmon Enhancement . 90 3 emphasis areas: Building Energy Retrofit Technician . 89 Alaska Native Language and Studies. .120 Certified Nursing Aide Training. 89 Language Arts . .120 Financial Institutions . 90 Outdoor and Adventure Studies. .120 Fisheries Management . 90 Independent Design . .122 Healthcare Information Technology. 90 Interdisciplanary Studies. .121 Law Enforcement . 90 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Marine Transportation . 91 Biology . .108 Northwest Coast Art . 91 Environmental Science. .114 Power Technology . 91 Geography and Environmental Resources. .116 6 emphasis areas: Marine Biology . .122 Automotive, Diesel/Heavy Duty, Mathematics . .123 Diesel/Marine, Marine Engine Room Preparation, or Mine Mechanic . 91–92 MINORS 129 Residential/Light Construction . 89 Alaska Native Studies . .129 Welding . 92 Anthropology. .129 Art . .130 CERTIFICATES 93 Biology . .130 Accounting Technician . 93 Business . .130 Automotive Technology . 93 Construction Technology . .131 Drafting Technology . 94 Creative Writing . .131 Fisheries Technology . 94 Economics . .131 Health Information Management English Literature . .131 Coding Specialist . 95 Environmental Science . .131 Healthcare Privacy and Security . 95 History . .132 Medical Assisting . 95 Marine Transportation . .132 Outdoor Skills and Leadership . 96 Mathematics . .132 Pre-Nursing Qualifications. 97 Northwest Coast Art . .132 Pre-Radiologic Technology Qualifications . 97 Philosophy. .133 Small Business Management . 98 Spanish. .133 ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE 99 Theatre . .133 Tlingit Language . .133 General Education. 99 MASTER’S DEGREES 138 ASSOCIATE OF Education . .141 APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREES 99 Elementary (M.A.T.) . .141 Apprenticeship Technology . 99 Secondary (M.A.T.). .142 Business Administration . 100 Educational Leadership (M.Ed.). .144 Construction Technology . 101 Learning Design and Technology (M.Ed.) . .145 Fisheries Technology . 101 Mathematics Education (K-8) (M.Ed.) . .145 Health Information Management . 102 Reading (M.Ed.) . .146 Health Sciences . 102 Science Education (K-8) (M.Ed.). .147 Law Enforcement . 103 Special Education (M.A.T.) . .143 Nursing through UAA. 104 Special Education (M.Ed.) . .148 Power Technology . 104 Public Administration (M.P.A.). .138 3 emphasis areas: Diesel, Mine Mechanic, or GRADUATE CERTIFICATES 150 USCG Marine Oiler . 104-105 Educational Technology . .150 K-8 Elementary . .150 ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE 100 Mathematics Education K-5 . .151 BACHELOR’S DEGREES 107 Mathematics Education K-8 . .152 Reading . .152 Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Special Education . .153 Biology . 107 Elementary Education . 110 English . 113 Geography and Environmental Studies . 117 Social Science . 124 Special Education . 112 Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) . 109 Accounting . 109 Human Resource Management .