Computer
Information
and
Office
Systems
(CIOS)
courses
are
the
courses
required
by
the
following:
Information
Technology
Specialist
(A.A.S.
degree),
Office
Management
and
Technology
(certificate
and
A.A.S.
degree),
and
Applied
Business,
Applied
Business
Management,
Applied
Accounting,
and
Accounting
Technician
(certificate
and
A.A.S.
degree).
CIOS
courses
also
meet
the
computing
skills
requirement
for
the
UAF
A.A.
and
A.A.S.
degrees
and
certificates.
CIOS
classes
may
apply
to
the
computer
application
specialty
of
the
applied
business
degree.
CIOS
100
(1
Credit)
As
Demand
Warrants
Introduction
to
Personal
Computers
(1+0)
Introduction
to
basic
computer
skills
including
using
the
mouse
and
menus,
opening
and
exiting
applications,
creating
basic
word
processing
and
spreadsheet
files,
basic
file
management,
web
browsing,
e-mail,
and
virus
protection.
CIOS
103
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Computer
Survey
(1
-
3+0)
An
introduction
to
the
world
of
computers
emphasizing
microcomputers.
Provides
computer
terminology
and
how
to
use
computers
as
a
tool
to
make
work
easier
and
to
extend
the
reach
of
the
mind.
CIOS
105
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Computer
Software
Application
(1
-
3+0)
Extensive
coverage
of
a
specific
microcomputer
application.
CIOS
106
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Keyboarding
I/Beginning
Typewriting
(1
-
3+0)
Basic
keyboarding
skills
with
emphasis
on
correct
techniques
and
development
of
speed
and
accuracy.
Introduction
to
centering,
typing
of
personal
and
business
letters,
envelopes,
simple
tables
and
manuscripts.
For
those
with
no
previous
typing
training.
May
be
taken
in
1
credit
segments
in
the
Office
Professions
lab.
CIOS
107
(1
Credit)
As
Demand
Warrants
Typing
Skill
Building
(1+0)
Supervised
training
to
improve
speed
and/or
accuracy
on
straight
and
numerical
copy.
May
be
repeated
up
to
3
credits.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
106
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
108
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Keyboarding
II/Intermediate
Typewriting
(3+0)
Instruction
and
training
to
attain
at
least
minimal
typing
skill,
experience
and
knowledge
necessary
for
typist
beginning
an
office
career.
Lab
arranged.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
106
or
one
year
high
school
typing
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
109
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Keyboarding
III/Advanced
Typewriting
(3+0)
Training
and
practice
to
achieve
level
of
typing
skill,
experience,
knowledge
and
production
output
required
in
business
office
positions.
Lab
arranged.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
108
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
110
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Microcomputer
Operating
Systems
(1
-
3+0)
Comprehensive
exploration
of
a
current
microcomputer
operating
system:
use,
configuring,
installing
and
administering.
Topics
include
end-user
and
technical
support.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150
or
equivalent
computer
literacy
including
saving/retrieving
files,
use
of
office
applications,
Internet
and
e-mail.)
CIOS
111
(1
-
2
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Computer
Software
for
Beginners
(1
-
2+0)
Overview
of
computer
hardware
and
software.
Demonstrations
and
hands-on
experience
with
telecommunications,
word-processing,
spreadsheets,
database
management
and
tutorial
software.
CIOS
116
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Business
Math
Using
Calculators
(3+0)
Provides
basic
operating
knowledge
of
the
electronic
calculator
for
such
applications
as
discounting,
amount
and
percent
of
change,
prorating
interest,
commissions
and
payroll.
Development
of
proficiency
in
use
of
machines
for
initial
job
placement.
Open
lab.
CIOS
130
(1
-
3
Credits)
Fall,
Spring
Microcomputer
Word
Processing
(1
-
3+0)
Comprehensive
exploration
of
topics
related
to
using
microcomputer
word
processors.
Includes
creating,
formatting
and
revising
documents;
using
proofreading
and
editing
tools;
implementing
styles;
using
templates;
and
customizing
the
application.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150
or
equivalent
computer
literacy
including
saving/retrieving
files,
use
of
office
applications,
Internet
and
e-mail.)
CIOS
131
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
WordPerfect
(1
-
3+0)
Provides
practice
on
an
IBM/PC
or
Macintosh
computer
using
WordPerfect
software.
The
applications
cover
basic,
intermediate
and
advanced
topics.
(Prerequisite:
Keyboarding
speed
of
35
wpm
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
132
(1
-
3
Credits)
Fall,
Spring
Microsoft
Word
(1
-
3+0)
Provides
instruction
on
an
IBM/PC
or
Macintosh
computer
using
Microsoft
Word
software.
The
applications
cover
basic,
intermediate
and
advanced
topics.
(Prerequisite:
Keyboarding
speed
of
35
wpm
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
133
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Microcomputer
Presentation
Software
(1
-
3+0)
Designing
effective
presentations.
Includes
organizing
and
designing
an
effective
presentation
of
information
using
current
microcomputer
software.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
135
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Microcomputer
Spreadsheets
(1
-
3+0)
Comprehensive
exploration
of
topics
related
to
using
microcomputer
spreadsheets.
Includes
creating,
formatting
and
revising
spreadsheets;
creating
formulas,
graphics
and
charts;
and
using
spreadsheets
to
organize,
analyze
and
query
information.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150
or
equivalent
computer
literacy
including
saving/retrieving
files,
use
of
office
applications,
Internet
and
e-mail.)
CIOS
146
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Using
the
Internet
(1
-
3+0)
Presentation
of
the
Internet.
Includes
using
and
configuring
current
world
wide
web
and
e-mail
tools;
developing
searching
strategies;
current
and
future
trends;
and
basic
web
authoring.
Also
available
via
Independent
Learning.
(Recommended:
Basic
computer
literacy,
including
saving
and
retrieving
files
and
using
basic
software.)
CIOS
150
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Computer
Business
Applications
(1
-
3+0)
Basic
introduction
to
using
a
computer
and
office
applications.
Includes
the
operating
system,
how
to
save/retrieve
files;
word
processing,
document
creation
and
formatting;
spreadsheets
(basic
formulas
and
functions);
and
the
Internet
(browsing,
searching
and
e-mail).
(Provides
basic
computer
literacy
and
prepares
for
CIOS
110,
130,
134
and
146.
No
previous
computer
experience
is
required.)
CIOS
152
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Introduction
to
Microcomputers
in
Small
Businesses
(1
-
3+0)
Microcomputers
used
in
small
business
or
professional
practice
by
owners
or
employees.
Overview
of
computers,
uses
and
means
of
evaluation
when
purchasing
equipment.
Does
not
satisfy
certificate
or
degree
requirements.
CIOS
160
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Business
English
(3+0)
Comprehensive
review
of
grammar,
punctuation,
capitalization
and
spelling,
with
emphasis
on
business
and
office
occupations.
CIOS
161
(1
Credit)
As
Demand
Warrants
Proofreading
(1+0)
Provides
instruction
and
practice
in
finding,
making
and
correcting
errors
commonly
made
but
often
overlooked
in
business
communication.
Practice
in
recognizing
frequently
made
errors,
where
they
are
likely
to
occur
and
special
techniques
of
finding
them.
Open
lab.
CIOS
162
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Alphabetic
Shorthand
(3+0)
Introduces
alphabetic
shorthand,
including
alphabet,
shortcuts,
phasing,
and
other
abbreviating
devices.
CIOS
164
(1
Credit)
Fall,
Spring
Alphabetic
Filing
(0+3)
Mastery
and
use
of
ARMA
filing
rules
as
they
apply
to
alphabetic,
subject,
numeric
and
geographic
filing.
CIOS
165
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Office
Procedures
(3+0)
Duties
and
responsibilities
of
general
office
employees
including
filing,
processing
mail,
telephone
communication,
meeting
the
public,
office
supplies,
banking,
employment
procedures
and
grooming.
CIOS
200
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Medical
Terminology
(3+0)
Study
of
medical
terminology,
including
analysis
of
its
roots
and
origins.
Anatomical,
diagnostic,
operative,
and
laboratory
terminology
of
the
human
body
systems,
and
selected
medical
specialties.
Emphasis
on
spelling
and
pronunciation.
CIOS
205
(2
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Medical
Typing
(2+0)
Provides
training
for
employment
as
an
office
worker,
particularly
as
a
forms
typist,
in
a
hospital
or
medical
bureau
or
office
or
toward
qualifications
as
a
medical
assistant
or
secretary.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
108
or
demonstration
of
equivalent
proficiency.)
CIOS
206
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Legal
Keyboarding
(3+0)
Provides
legal
procedures
background
and
skill
improvement
in
typewriting
and
transcription.
Emphasis
on
understanding
legal
processes
as
well
as
developing
expertise
in
typewriting
and
office
procedures.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
108
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
207
(2
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Machine
Transcription
(2+0)
Training
in
machine
transcription
with
emphasis
on
mailable
copies.
Review
of
language
skills
and
vocabulary
included.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
108
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
208
(2
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Medical
Machine
Transcription
(2+0)
Instruction
and
practice
in
formatting
medical
papers
including
a
Medicare
form,
an
admission
form,
a
dental
report;
preparing
patient
histories,
medical
reports,
file
cards
and
other
medical
documents.
Practice
in
transcribing
from
machine
dictation
and
in
using
medical
terminology
correctly.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
108
and
CIOS
207.)
CIOS
209
(2
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Legal
Machine
Transcription
(2+0)
Instruction
and
practice
in
formatting
legal
papers
including
a
lease,
bill
of
sale,
subpoena,
stipulations,
interrogatories,
notices
and
various
types
of
orders.
Transcription
from
machine
dictation;
using
the
language
of
the
law
correctly.
CIOS
210
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Hardware
and
Software
Configuration
and
Troubleshooting
(1
-
3+0)
Fundamental
hardware
and
software
configuration
and
troubleshooting.
Includes
installing,
removing,
and
configuring
computer
hardware
components;
installing
and
configuring
software
applications
and
operating
systems;
diagnosing
hardware
and
software
problems;
and
developing
troubleshooting
and
configuration
procedures
(Recommended:
CIOS
110
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
211
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Computer
Technical
Support
(1
-
3+0)
Prepares
students
to
provide
technical
support
to
computer
users.
Skills
include:
diagnosing
problems,
researching
solutions,
meeting
user
needs,
developing
training
materials,
and
giving
workshops
and
lessons.
Course
may
be
repeated
for
credit.
(Prerequisite:
Comprehensive
experience
using
the
Internet.)
CIOS
212
(1-4
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Advanced
Microcomputer
Operating
Systems
(1-4+0)
In-depth
and
comprehensive
technical
class
covering
operating
system
skills
and
concepts.
Course
may
be
repeated
for
credit.
(Prerequisites:
CIOS
110
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
215
(1-4
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Information
Technology
Certification
I
(1-4+0)
In-depth
technical
and
comprehensive
coverage
of
skills
required
for
the
first
stage
of
a
specific
information
technology
certification.
Course
may
be
repeated
for
different
certifications.
(Prerequisite:
Instructor
approval.)
CIOS
216
(1-4
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Information
Technology
Certification
II
(1-4+0)
In-depth
technical
and
comprehensive
coverage
of
skills
required
for
the
intermediate
stage
of
a
specific
information
technology
certification.
Course
may
be
repeated
for
different
certifications.
(Prerequisite:
Instructor
approval.)
CIOS
217
(1-4
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Information
Technology
Certification
III
(1-4+0)
In-depth
technical
and
comprehensive
coverage
of
skills
required
for
the
advanced
stage
of
a
specific
information
technology
certification.
Course
may
be
repeated
for
different
certifications.
(Prerequisite:
Instructor
approval.)
CIOS
218
(1-4
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Information
Technology
Certification
IV
(1-4+0)
In-depth
technical
and
comprehensive
coverage
of
skills
required
for
a
specialized
or
advanced
stage
of
a
specific
information
technology
certification.
Course
may
be
repeated
for
different
certifications.
(Prerequisite:
Instructor
approval.)
CIOS
221
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Microcomputer
Accounting
(1
-
3+0)
(Cross-listed
with
ABUS
221)
Computer
processing
of
accounting
transactions.
Software
packages,
microcomputer
systems
and
hardware,
computer
terminology,
system
analysis,
and
actual
computer
operations
in
accounting.
(Prerequisite:
ABUS
142
or
ACCT
261.)
CIOS
230
(1
-
3
Credits)
Fall,
Spring,
Summer,
As
Demand
Warrants
Advanced
Word
Processing
(1
-
3+0)
Advanced
concepts
of
word
processing
using
various
software.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
130.)
CIOS
231
(1
-
2
Credits)
Fall,
Spring,
Summer,
As
Demand
Warrants
Introduction
to
Desktop
Publishing
(1
-
2+0)
Entry-level
desktop
publishing
course
introducing
the
chief
features
of
a
page
layout
program.
Step-by-step
instructions
to
create
at
least
three
simple
publications.
(Prerequisite:
Previous
computer
experience.)
CIOS
233
(1
-
3
Credits)
Fall,
Spring
Desktop
Publishing
(1
-
3+0)
Publication
design
and
layout
using
desktop
publishing
software.
Includes
integrating
text
and
graphics,
page
layout
design,
scanning
and
basic
image
editing.
Also
available
via
Independent
Learning.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150
or
equivalent
computer
literacy
including
saving/retrieving
files,
use
of
office
applications,
Internet
and
e-mail.)
CIOS
234
(1
-
3
Credits)
Fall,
Spring
Advanced
Desktop
Publishing
(1
-
3+0)
Utilization
of
the
advanced
features
of
a
page
layout
program
to
create
camera-ready
mechanicals
for
fliers,
brochures
and
newsletters.
Exploration
of
the
elements
of
good
design
and
the
requirements
for
professional
publishing.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
233
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
240
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Microcomputer
Databases
(1
-
3+0)
Comprehensive
introduction
to
microcomputer
databases.
Includes
basic
database
concepts;
how
to
maintain
and
update
databases;
how
to
build
and
use
queries
and
forms;
and
how
to
build
reports.
Introduction
to
database
design.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150;
and
CIOS
130
or
135
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
242
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Advanced
Databases
(1
-
3+0)
An
in-depth,
technical
and
comprehensive
covering
varied
database
skills
and
concepts.
Course
may
be
repeated
for
credit.
(Requirements:
CIOS
240
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
245
(1
-
4
Credit)
As
Demand
Warrants
Networking
and
Communications
(1
-
4+0)
Design
and
implementation
of
networks
in
small-
to
medium-sized
environments.
Includes
basic
networking
concepts;
LANs
and
WANs;
network
design
planning,
implementation
and
troubleshooting.
(Recommended:
CIOS
110
and
210;
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
246
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Advanced
Internet
(1
-
3+0)
Exploration
of
advanced
Internet
topics.
Includes
methods
of
Internet
access;
setting
up
and
maintaining
Internet
servers,
authoring
and
site
management
tools;
TCP/IP,
Internet
security,
and
the
implementation
and
use
of
Internet
technology.
(Recommended:
CIOS
110
and
245;
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
247
(1
-
4
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Advanced
Networking
and
Communications
(1
-
4+0)
In-depth
technical
and
comprehensive
coverage
of
networking
and
communications
skills
and
concepts.
(Recommended:
CIOS
245
or
equivalent
skills.
May
be
repeated.)
CIOS
251
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Integrated
Software
(1
-
3+0)
Focusing
on
microcomputer
applications
that
integrate
multiple
tasks
into
a
single
tool.
Emphasis
on
the
integrating
and
combining
of
information
from
multiple
computer
applications.
(Prerequisite:
Prior
to
taking
this
advanced
class,
the
student
is
expected
to
have
competence
in
specific
applications
and
be
comfortable
using
Word,
Excel,
PowerPoint
and
Access.)
CIOS
255
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Microcomputer
Graphics
(1
-
3+0)
Comprehensive
survey
of
microcomputer
graphics
using
a
graphics
application.
Includes
use
of
professional-level
graphics
programs
to
create
sophisticated
graphics
for
a
variety
of
uses.
Also
available
via
Independent
Learning.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150
or
equivalent
computer
literacy
including
saving/retrieving
files,
use
of
office
applications,
Internet
and
e-mail.)
CIOS
256
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Internet
Authoring
and
Design
(1
-
3+0)
Comprehensive
survey
of
a
professional
authoring
tool
to
create
documents
for
effective
distribution
through
the
Internet.
Includes
design
and
preparation
of
documents
for
electronic
distribution.
Also
available
via
Independent
Learning.
(Recommended:
CIOS
146
and
150
or
equivalent
computer
literacy
including
saving/retrieving
files,
use
of
office
applications,
Internet
and
e-mail.)
CIOS
260
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Business
Communications
(3+0)
Composition
and
evaluation
of
various
kinds
of
common
communications
between
a
business
person
and
associates,
customers
and
dealers.
Included
are
interoffice
memos,
letters,
reports
and
oral
communications.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
160
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
264
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Filing/Records
Management
(3+0)
Instruction
in
basic
alphabetic
storage
with
filing
rules
and
cross-referencing
and
procedures
for
retrieving
records
manually.
Includes
adaptations
of
the
alphabetic
storage
method
including
geographic,
numeric
and
subject;
storing
and
retrieving
special
records
(card
files,
visible
records,
microrecords);
organization
and
operation
of
records
management
programs
and
control
of
records
systems.
CIOS
265
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Office
Management
(3+0)
Review
of
procedures,
basic
attitudes
and
skills
required
of
a
secretary.
Range
of
opportunities
for
secretarial
advancement
through
knowledge
relating
to
ergonomics,
automation,
employee
relations,
productivity,
etc.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
165
or
permission
of
instructor.)
CIOS
270
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Microcomputer
Programming
(1
-
3+0)
Advanced
microcomputer
programming.
Focus
on
using
application
programming
languages.
Supplementing
and
integrating
computer
applications
with
built-in
programming
tools.
(Recommended:
CIOS
130,
135
and
240;
or
equivalent
skills.)
CIOS
275
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Information
Technology:
Special
Topics
(1
-
3+0)
Comprehensive
coverage
of
a
specific
information
technology
topic.
(Recommended:
CIOS
150
or
equivalent
computer
literacy
including
saving/retrieving
files,
use
of
office
applications,
Internet
and
e-mail.)
CIOS
276
(1
-
3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Independent
Project
(1
-
3+0)
Student-created
project
or
internship
that
includes
learning
new
skills,
applying
the
skills
to
significant
problems,
and
demonstrating
the
result
to
other
computer
users.
Includes
application
of
learned
skills
in
a
professional
manner.
(Prerequisites:
Competence
in
the
use
of
microcomputer
applications
and
operating
systems.)
CIOS
282
(3
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
Cooperative
Work
Experience
On-the-job
training
related
to
occupational
objectives.
Weekly
seminar
with
coordinator
required.
(Prerequisites:
Permission
of
instructor
and
12
credits
in
CIOS
courses.)
CIOS
288
(1
-
2
Credits)
As
Demand
Warrants
CPS
Review
Prepares
students
for
the
CPS
(Certified
Professional
Secretary)
examination.
Review
sessions
offered
in
six
areas
covered
by
the
exam:
behavioral
science
in
business,
business
law,
economics
and
management,
accounting,
office
administration
and
office
technology.
One
credit
is
granted
for
any
combination
of
three
of
the
above
review
topic
areas.
CIOS
501
(1
Credit)
Ongoing
Independent
Learning
Electronic
Mail
and
Online
Services
(1+0)
Introduction
to
telecommunications
using
a
personal
computer
and
modem.
Utilize
the
services
available
through
the
University
of
Alaska
Computer
Network
including
electronic
mail,
SLED
library
services,
Alaskanet,
and
Legislative
Information
Office
system.
Prepare
research
paper
on
a
telecommunications
topic
and
submit
it
electronically.
Requires
access
to
a
computer
and
modem.
13
Lessons,
0
Exams.
CIOS
502
(1
Credit)
Ongoing
Independent
Learning
Using
the
Internet
Accessing
Internet
services
including
Usenet,
a
global
electronic
bulletin
board;
Telnet
to
log
on
to
other
computer
systems;
Gopher
and
Worldwide
Web
menu
systems;
Archie
file
searches;
FTP
file
transfers;
binary
file
uploads/downloads;
and
listservs.
10
Lessons,
0
Exams.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
501.)
CIOS
503
(1
Credit)
Ongoing
Independent
Learning
Applying
Telecommunications
(1+0)
Design
and
implementation
of
an
approved
project
using
telecommunications
in
the
classroom
or
work
place,
or
an
in-depth
research
paper.
6
Lessons,
0
Exams.
(Prerequisite:
CIOS
502.)
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