1996-1997 catalog
Degrees and Programs
Computer Information and Office Systems
College of Rural Alaska Business Technologies Division
Computer Information and Office Systems Program (CIOS)
Kuskokwim Campus (907) 543-4500
Northwest Campus (907) 443-2201
Tanana Valley Campus (907) 474-7400
The primary purpose of the CIOS program is to support the Certificate in Office Management Technology, the A.A.S. degree in Applied Accounting, and the A.A.S. degree in Applied Business. The secondary purpose is to teach current computer applications.
Both Macintosh and Windows computer labs are available and classes are offered in current software including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, CAD, databases, and desktop publishing.
All classes are taught using hands-on lessons and exercises and are offered for students with beginning to intermediate skills.
Students who are currently employed may take CIOS classes to improve their computer applications skills. Those who are unemployed may take these classes to develop the computer skills necessary for employment. All classes are limited to a capacity of 12 to 16 students per lab.
CIOS classes may apply to the Computer Application specialty of the Applied Business degree.