Student Resources

 

Course Schedule Fall 2007 A-C

Course Schedule subject to change. Change is a fact of life - especially when it comes to schedules. Changes will be in red. Updated 09/14/07 @  11:45A

 

 

ACCOUNTING  -  ACCT
 

ACCT A101 Principles of Financial Accounting I 3.0 CR

Registration Restrictions: MATH A055 with minimum grade of C or equivalent Math Placement Test.
Special Note: ACCT A101 and ACCT A102 will satisfy requirement for ACCT A201. AAS accounting majors must take ACCT A101 and ACCT A102.
First semester principles of accounting. Introduces concepts and procedures for financial accounting. Emphasis on accounting cycle, recording, summarizing, and interpreting accounting data through presentation of formal financial statements.

76268 P31 W 01:00P-03:45P JKB 122 Berberich 08/27-12/15

76269 P32 R 07:00P-09:45P JKB 122 Bradshaw 08/27-12/15

 

ACCT A102 Principles of Financial Accounting II 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ACCT A101.
Special Note: ACCT A101 and ACCT A102 will satisfy requirement for ACCT A201. AAS accounting majors must take ACCT A101 and ACCT A102.
Second semester principles of accounting. Includes long-term debts and investments, analysis and preparation of cash flow statement.

76270 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P JKB 108 Berberich 08/27-12/15

 

ACCT A202 Principles of Managerial Accounting 3.0 CR

Prerequisite: [ACCT A101 with minimum grade of C and ACCT A102 with minimum grade of C] or ACCT A201 with minimum grade of C and CIS A110.
Studies the uses of accounting data internally by managers in directing the affairs of business and nonbusiness activities. Planning and control techniques include budgeting, product costing, break-even analysis, and relevant costing decision analysis.

76271 P31 W 07:00P-09:45P JKB 108 Carney 08/27-12/15

 

ACCT A210 Income Tax Preparation 3.0 CR

Prerequisite: [ACCT A101 and ACCT A102] or ACCT A201.
Special Note: ACCT A210 is not a prerequisite for ACCT A310 nor is it a substitute for ACCT A310.
Elements of federal income taxation applied with an individual emphasis, including preparation of forms.

76272 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P JKB 122 Carney 08/27-12/15

 

ACCT A222 Introduction to Computers and Accounting 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED

Prerequisite: [ACCT A101 and ACCT A102] or ACCT A201 and CIS A110.
Identifies necessary accounting controls in a computerized environment; illustrates conversion of manual to computerized accounting system; demonstrates processing of accounting data on a computer.

76273 P31 TBA TBA TBA Staff 08/27-12/15


ADULT BASIC EDUCATION - ABE

Contact the Human Resources Company for information on ESL, GED preparation and testing, and literacy.
     Address: 839 Dimond Street, Palmer  
     Phone: 745-5872, Fax: 745-5899, ESL: 745-5876


AGRICULTURE - AGRI

NEW!

AGRI A194E Introduction to Veterinary Technology: Small Animal 3.0 CR

Introductory course for those considering a career as a veterinary technician. Introduces small animal patient management, nutrition, anesthesia, pharmacology, surgical and medical animal nursing, and practice management including working safely with small animals.

76411 P31 W 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 118 Whiton 08/27-12/15


AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE  -  ASL

 

ASL A101 Elementary American Sign Language I 3.0 CR ... day & time change

Course Attributes: UAA GER Humanities Requirement

Introduction to American Sign Language for beginners with no such prior knowledge. This course emphasizes receptive comprehension, sign production, and everyday vocabulary. Students are also introduced to basic grammatical and sentence structures, and to the Deaf community and culture.

76212 P31 M  F  09:00A-11:45A  04:00P-06:45P  FSM 205  Pifer  08/27-12/15


ANTHROPOLOGY  - ANTH
 

ANTH A101 Introduction to Anthropology 3.0 CR

Course Attributes: UAA GER Social Sciences Requirement

Special Note: Recommended for majors and non-majors.

Introduction to fundamentals of the four subfields of anthropology: archaeology, cultural anthropology, biological anthropology and anthropological linguistics. The course introduces basic ideas, methods and findings of anthropology.

75901 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P FSM 107 Holen 08/27-12/15

 

ANTH A202 Cultural Anthropology 3 CR ... ADDED
Course Attributes: UAA GER Social Sciences Req. Introduction to the methods, theories, and fundamental concepts for the study of cultural systems. Includes social relationships, economic organization, political systems, symbols and beliefs. Serves as foundation for more specialized courses in cultural anthropology.
78380  P31  W  07:00P-09:45P  FSM 107  Holen  06/27-12/15


 

ANTH A250 The Rise of Civilization 3.0 CR

Course Attributes: UAA GER Social Sciences Requirement

A survey of the emergence of civilization in human cultural development. Covers development of domestication, urbanization, trade, and state formation in a comparative framework. Emphasizes non-Western Civilizations: China, India, Southeast Asia, Mesoamerica, South America and Africa.

75903 P31 TR 01:00P-02:15P FSM 103 Hirschmann 08/27-12/15

ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY  -  AET

 

AET A101 Fundamentals of CADD for Building Construction 4.0 CR ... room change

Registration Restrictions: Proof of eligibility for placement into MATH A105 and ENGL A111.

MSC Special Note: Advisor Approval needed. See advisor in Student Services for permission to register.

Cross-Listed with: CM A101

Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00

Introduces basic CADD (computer aided drafting and design) skills necessary in civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drafting within the construction industry. Defines the working relationship between design and construction professionals and drafters/technicians.

76403 P31 T 05:00P-10:00P JKB 115 125 Jardel 08/27-12/15

 

AET A102 Methods of Building Construction 3.0 CR

Registration Restrictions: Proof of eligibility for placement into MATH A105 and ENGL A111.

MSC Special Note: Advisor approval needed. See advisor in Student Services for permission to register.

Cross-Listed with: CM A102

Introduces basic knowledge of building materials, technical specifications, techniques, and systems. Outlines structural systems, construction processes, and assemblies. Includes a field project involving student team research of current Alaskan building type.

76405 P31 R 07:30P-10:00P FSM 205 Haan 08/27-12/15

AET A111 Civil Drafting 3.0 CR ... room change

Prerequisite: AET A102 and AET A181.

Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00

Introduces technical skills needed by drafters and technicians to work with civil engineers and surveyors. Includes office practices, staff relationships, and civil drawing production. Develops computer-aided drafting skills for mapping used in site development.

76421 P31 TR 05:00P-07:25P JKB 125 115 Schoming 08/27-12/15

 

AET A123 Codes and Standards 3.0 CR ... room change

Prerequisite: AET A101 and AET A102.
Cross listed with CM A123.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Provides an introduction and overview of the fundamental provisions of the building codes used for plan review, life-safety evaluation of the buildings, and community development.

76407 P31 T 07:30P-10:00P FSM 204 Lundin 08/27-12/15

 

AET A131 Structural Drafting 3.0 CR ... room change

Prerequisite: AET A102 and AET A181.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces technical skills needed by structural drafters and technicians to work with structural engineers. Includes office practices, staff relationships, and structural drawing production. Develops computer-aided drafting skills in symbols, conventions, dimensioning systems, sheet organizations, code analysis and research methods for steel, wood, and reinforced concrete buildings.

76423 P31 MW 07:30P-10:00P JKB 115 Haan 08/27-12/15

 

AET A181 Intermediate CADD for Building Construction 4.0 CR

Prerequisites: AET A101.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Develops intermediate level CADD (computer-aided design and drafting) skills for architectural, civil, structural, mechanical and electrical drawings used in building construction. Includes 3-D space coordinate systems, surface modeling, and solid modeling.

76410 P31 MW 07:30P-10:00P JKB 125 Jardel 08/27-12/15

 

AET A282 Advanced CADD Techniques 4.0 CR ... CANCELLED

Prerequisite: AET A181. Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 Continues skill development in CADD (computer-aided design and drafting) at an advanced level for the production of architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings used in construction. Includes 3-D space, shading, rendering, and animation techniques. 76424 P31 MW 05:00P-07:25P JKB 125 Jardel 08/27-12/15

 

NEW!
AET A283 CADD Software Customization 3.0 CR

Prerequisite: AET A181.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Presents the skills and knowledge necessary to modify and customize the CADD user interface, create customized CADD features for diverse domains, and manage CADD standards and projects in professional environments.

76425 P31 R 07:30P-10:00P JKB 125 Jardel 08/27-12/15

and F 05:00P-07:25P JKB 125 Jardel 08/27-12/15


 ART

 

ART A105 Beginning Drawing 3.0 CR ... Instructor Added
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $30.00
Introduction to elements of drawing based on development of skill using wet and dry media such as pencil, charcoal, conte, ink, and brush. Class and homework assignments in drawing and composition of objects, still lifes, perspective effects, and the human figure.
76312 P31 TR 01:00P-03:45P FSM 212  Barton  08/27-12/15

 

ART A113 Three-Dimensional Design 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $30.00 Exploration of three-dimensional design. Focus on terminology, exploration of materials, and appropriate use of hand and power tools. Development of problem-solving skills and methods of self-evaluation. 76350 P31 TR 04:00P-06:45P FSM 208 Barton 08/27-12/15

 

ART A160 Art Appreciation 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Fine Arts Requirement
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $15.00
Special Note: Course meets General Education Requirement except for Art majors.
Development of an appreciation of all the visual arts. Course emphasis is on the theories, practice, materials, and techniques of the visual arts.
76314 P31 W 01:00P-03:45P FSM 202 Bach 08/27-12/15
76315 P32 W 07:00P-0945P FSM 202 Bach 08/27-12/15

 

ART A205 Intermediate Drawing 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: ART A105. Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $30.00 Expands visual awareness, technical ability and creative/conceptual input. Complex technical and intuitive/creative approaches to drawing will be investigated. Class and homework assignments in drawing objects, still life, perspective effects, and human forms.  76316 P31 TR 07:00P-09:45P FSM 212 Barton 08/27-12/15

 

ART A209 Beginning Metalsmithing and Jewelry 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ART A105. MSC Special Note: Prerequisite not required.
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $30.00
Introduction to the basic techniques, tools, and materials, and application of design principles. Includes historical considerations.
76317 P31 F 09:00A-02:30P FSM 208 Calhoun 08/27-12/15
76766 P32 F 03:00P-08:30P FSM 208 Calhoun 08/27-12/15

 

ART A212 Beginning Watercolor 3.0 CR
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $25.00
Exploration of aquarelle techniques. Emphasizes composition as affected by color, value, stylistic considerations, and individual expression; exhibition procedures are included.
76318 P31 F 09:30A-03:00P FSM 202 Bach 08/27-12/15

 

ART A224 Beginning Photography 3.0 CR
MSC Special Note: Approximate cost to student is $100-$150.
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $20.00
Basic principles including camera functions for artistic expression through the processing and printing of black and white film.
76321 P31 TR 07:00P-09:45P OLB 121 Frei 08/27-12/15
76322 P32 S 09:00A-02:30P OLB 121 Frei 08/27-12/15

 

ART A261 History of Western Art I 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ENGL A111.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Fine Arts Requirement, UAA GER Humanities Requirement
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $15.00
Origins and development of painting, sculpture, and architecture. Covers the history of art from prehistory through the Medieval Period of the Western World.
76323 P31 W 04:00P-06:45P FSM 202 Barton 08/27-12/15

 

ART A272 Beginning Fiber-Sculpture 3.0 CR
May be stacked with: ART A372 and A472
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $20.00
Introduction to hand-constructed textiles, adapting traditional methodology to the production of contemporary art.
76324 P31 M 09:00A-02:45P FSM 208 Lowell 08/27-12/15

 

ART A273 Beginning Woven Forms 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED
May be stacked with: ART A373 and A473. Special Note: May be repeated once for credit with substantive change in media or emphasis. Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $20.00  Introduction to European floor loom. Various on-loom techniques are utilized in the production of the art fabric.
76325 P31 MW 07:00P-09:45P JKB 110 Cole 08/27-12/15

 

ART A372 Intermediate Fiber-Sculpture 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ART A272.
Registration Restrictions: Instructor permission.
MSC Special Note: Instructor permission not required.
May be stacked with: ART A272 and A472.
Special Note: May be repeated once for credit with substantive change in media or emphasis.
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $20.00
Explores hand-constructed textiles and traditional percussion textiles including paper and felt making as interpreted in a contemporary context.
76326 P31 M 09:00A-02:45P FSM 208 Lowell 08/27-12/15

 

ART A373 Intermediate Woven Forms 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: ART A273. Registration Restrictions: Instructor permission.  MSC Special Note: Instructor permission not required. May be stacked with: ART A273 and A473.  Special Note: May be repeated once for credit with substantive change in media or emphasis. Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $20.00. Continued exploration of floor loom techniques and their use with off-loom processes for the production of contemporary art.
76327 P31 MW 07:00P-09:45P JKB 110 Cole 08/27-12/15

 

ART A472 Advanced Fiber-Sculpture 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: ART A372.
Registration Restrictions: Instructor permission.
MSC Special Note: Instructor permission not required.
May be stacked with: ART A272 and ART A372
Special Note: May be repeated once for credit.
Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $20.00
Refinement of fiber processes with an emphasis on structural forms, materials, approaches, scale relationships and installations.
76328 P31 M 09:00A-02:45P FSM 208 Lowell 08/27-12/15

 

ART A473 Advanced Woven Forms 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: ART A373. Registration Restrictions: Instructor permission.  MSC Special Note: Instructor permission not required. May be stacked with: ART A273 and A373. Special Note: May be repeated once for credit with substantive change in media or emphasis. Art Lab/Mat'l Fees: $20.00. Further development of advanced loom weaving techniques and refinement of personal imagery and problems related to contemporary approaches to fiber art.
76329 P31 MW 07:00P-09:45P JKB 110 Cole 08/27-12/15

More Art Classes!!  Non-Credit/Self Support

Register Early. These community classes will be cancelled
if minimum number of students have not registered.
Separate refund policy applies - see Step 5 on page 8.


CED A049 Knife Making .0 CR  ... CANCELLED
Grade Mode: Non-Graded  MSC Special Note: Additional costs to students vary with project selection. Register Early. These community classes will be cancelled if minimum number of students have not registered by noon on Friday, September 7, 2007. NO EXCEPTIONS.  MSC Non-Credit Fee: $275.00  This is an entry-level course which is intended to introduce the craft of knife making to the novice. Basic shop set-up, safety, design, material selection and skill development will be the primary goals of this class. The student is required to complete an assigned hands-on project.  76073 PE1 F 06:00P-09:00P JKB 108 Lance 09/14-12/14

 

CED A049 Stained Glass Basics .0 CR
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Special Note: Additional costs to students vary with project selection. Register Early. These community classes will be cancelled if minimum number of students have not registered by noon on Friday, September 7, 2007. NO EXCEPTIONS.
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $260.00
Introduces technique including pattern designing, cutting, and lead came. Chemicals are used in the process.
76074 PE2 S 09:00A-03:00P FSM 208 Urroz 09/15-12/15

Watch the bulletin boards and college website for
 information on these Fall 2007 Art Events:

        ● Valley Friday Invitational
        ●  H.A.R.T.S


More art classes under Community Education


AVIATION TECHNOLOGY - AT
 

AT A100 Private Pilot Ground School 3.0 CR
MSC Special Note: Does not meet the UAA Aviation Technology degree requirement.
Prepares students for FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Test. Includes basic aerodynamics, aircraft engine operation and flight instruments, navigation, weather information, and dissemination services. Covers FAA regulations, the Aeronautical Information Manual, radio communication, and navigation are also covered.
76412 P31 M 07:00P-09:45P FSM 204 Covel 08/27-12/15


BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES  -  BIOL

Most biology courses require a lab with the lecture. You MUST enroll in both.

BIOL A102 Introductory Biology 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sciences Requirement
Special Note: Primarily for non-science majors. Satisfies UAA general education and CAS Natural Science degree requirements.
One semester freshman level course for students with little or no biology background. Includes basic organization of cells, organs, organisms, populations, evolution and functional relationships relevant to modern living.
76004 P31 W 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 119 Palenske 08/27-12/15
76005 P32 W 09:00A-11:45A SNOD 119 Carpenter 08/27-12/15

 

BIOL A103 Introductory Biology Laboratory 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: (BIOL A102 or concurrent enrollment).
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sci Lab Only
Biology Lab/Mat'l Fee: $50.00
Special Note: Primarily for non-science majors. Satisfies UAA general education and CAS Natural Science degree requirements.
Laboratory part of BIOL A102. Exercises are designed to illustrate principles and concepts developed in BIOL A102.
76007 P31 M 07:00P-09:45P JKB 123 Palenske 08/27-12/15
76009 P32 M 09:00A-11:45A JKB 123 Carpenter 08/27-12/15

 

BIOL A111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4.0 CR ... instructor change
BIOL A111L and Lab

Corequisite: BIOL A111L.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Science w/ Lab
Special Note: Accepted for biology major credit only by petition. Satisfies UAA general education and CAS natural science degree requirements for specified baccalaureate degree programs. One 3-hour lab per week.
Biology Lab/Mat'l Fee: $50.00
An introduction to human structure and function. The integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems are considered.
REGISTER FOR LECTURE AND LAB
76010 P31 M 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 117 Curtis 08/27-12/15 (lecture)
76013 P31 W 09:00A-11:45A JKB 123 Hessinger 08/27-12/15 (lab)
–OR–
76011 P32 M 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 117
Curtis 08/27-12/15 (lecture)
76014 P32 W 01:00P-03:45P JKB 123 Hessinger 08/27-12/15 (lab)
–OR–
76012 P33 M 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 117
Curtis 08/27-12/15 (lecture)
76015 P33 W 07:00P-09:45P JKB 123 Hessinger 08/27-12/15 (lab)

 

BIOL A113 Lectures in Human Anatomy and Physiology I  3.0 CR ... instructor change
Registration Restrictions: Current Alaska registered nurse license and permission of both the associate dean of nursing and the course instructor.
BIOL A113 is the lecture portion of BIOL A111 without the laboratory.
76016 P31 M 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 117
Curtis 08/27-12/15

 

BIOL A115 Fundamentals of Biology I 4.0 CR
BIOL A115L and Lab

Prerequisite: (CHEM A105 or concurrent enrollment) and (CHEM A105L or concurrent enrollment).
Registration Restrictions: One year of high school biology, one year of high school chemistry, and working knowledge of the metric system.
Corequisite: BIOL A115L.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Science w/ Lab
Special Note: One 3-hour lab per week. BIOL A115 and A116 are core courses in biology and are prerequisites to further course in biological sciences.
Biology Lab/Mat'l Fee: $50.00
A survey of molecular biology, genetics, and homeostasis in the context of evolution.
REGISTER FOR LECTURE AND LAB
76017 P31 W 04:00P-06:45P JKB 108 Curtis 08/27-12/15 (lecture)
76018 P31 M 04:00P-06:45P JKB 123 Curtis 08/27-12/15 (lab)

 

BIOL A240 Intro Microbiology for Health Sciences 4.0 CR
BIOL A240L and Lab

Registration Restrictions: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL A112 or 8 hours in biology or chemistry.
Corequisite: BIOL A240L.
Special Note: Recommended for associate and baccalaureate health science programs. Laboratory exercises generally require students to return to the lab to record experimental results after 24 hours, throughout the semester. Accepted for biology major credit only by petition.
Biology Lab/Mat'l Fee: $60.00
General introductory microbiology and virology with emphasis on those areas relating to health sciences, including host parasite interactions, host defense mechanisms, and epidemiology.
REGISTER FOR LECTURE AND LAB
76058 P31 R 04:00P-06:45P JKB 108 Anthony 08/27-12/15 (lecture)
76059 P31 T 04:00P-06:45P JKB 123 Anthony 08/27-12/15 (lab)

 

BIOL A242 Fundamentals of Cell Biology 4.0 CR
BIOL A242L and Lab

Prerequisite: BIOL A116 and CHEM A106 and CHEM A106L.
Corequisite: BIOL A242L.
Special Note: Core course for Biology majors. One 3 hour lab per week.
Biology Lab/Mat'l Fee: $50.00
Examination of the structure, including ultrastructure, and function of cells. Isolation, composition, and biochemical properties of cell components.
REGISTER FOR LECTURE AND LAB
76060 P31 T 04:00P-06:45P JKB 108 Curtis 08/27-12/15 (lecture)
76061 P31 R 04:00P-06:45P JKB 123 Curtis 08/27-12/15 (lab)


BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION  -  BA

 

BA A151 Introduction to Business 3.0 CR ... instructor change
Course Attributes: UAA GER Social Sciences Requirement
Students understand profit in business, issues of social responsibility, and forms of business ownership. Roles of management in specialized fields of human resources, finance, production and marketing. Students explore opportunities and requirements in several business positions as well as assess personal interests and capabilities.
76277 P31 R 01:00P-03:45P SNOD 103 Flanagan 08/27-12/15
76278 P32 W 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 103
Flanagan 08/27-12/15

 

BA A233 Fundamentals of Financial Management 3.0 CR ... instructor change
Prerequisite: [ACCT A101 or ACCT A201] and MATH A105.
Helps students develop financial decision making skills. Includes financial statement analysis, cash flow planning, capital asset expenditures planning, and methods of short-term and long-term financing.
76279 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P FSM 205 
Flanagan 08/27-12/15

 

BA A241 Business Law I 3.0 CR ... room change (08/22)
Cross-Listed with: JUST A241
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces legal aspects of business activities. Emphasizes basic principles, institutions, and administration of law in contracts, employment, torts, property, agency, real estate, and insurance.
76280 P31 R 07:00P-09:45P FSM 204 Keeler 08/27-12/15

 

BA A260 Marketing Practices 3.0 CR ... instructor change
Prerequisite: BA A151.
Examines the tools, techniques, and principles of marketing and how to apply them. Identifies the significance of connecting with customers. Examines and identifies market factors which create the greatest customer satisfaction possible in the highly competitive environments of the 21st century.
76482 P31 M 06:00P-08:45P FSM 107
Flanagan 08/27-12/15


CHEMISTRY  -  CHEM

All students planning to register for any chemistry course at or above CHEM A105 are required to bring written proof to the first class meeting in the semester of having met the prerequisites for that course as listed in the current MSC Bulletin. This proof may be a transcript, grade slip, or letter from a faculty member, and must be given to the instructor for examination. Due to University and MSC Safety and Hazardous Communications requirements, attendance is mandatory for all chemistry laboratory courses the first week.

 

CHEM A055 Contemporary Chemistry 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: MATH A055.
Introductory course for students with little or no chemistry background. Covers units of measurement, matter, atoms, periodic table, nomenclature, equations, oxidation-reduction, solutions, calculations, and problem solving.
76019 P31 R 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 117 Cyphert 08/27-12/15

 

CHEM A055L Contemporary Chemistry Laboratory 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: (CHEM A055 or concurrent enrollment).
Chemistry Lab Fee: $45.00
Laboratory designed to teach the fundamentals of working with laboratory equipment, data gathering, analysis, and reporting.
76020 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P SNOD 108 Cyphert 08/27-12/15

 

CHEM A103 Survey of Chemistry 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: MATH A055 with minimum grade of C or MATH A060 with minimum grade of C.
Registration Restrictions: CHEM A055 with minimum grade of C or high school chemistry.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sciences Requirement
Covers units of measurement, periodic table, chemical equations, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, radioactivity, oxidation-reduction reactions, solutions, acids, bases, and buffers. Introduction to organic chemistry including units covering alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic compounds, alcohols, phenols, ethers, and halides.
76021 P31 M 09:00A-11:45A SNOD 119 Curtis 08/27-12/15
76056 P81 WEB Amundson 08/27-12/16
For section P81: Course is offered as a Distance Education
Web-based course through Kenai Peninsula College. Contact the KPC Bookstore at 1-877-262-0330 to order textbook.
Instructor contact - bobamundson@hotmail.com

 

CHEM A103L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: (CHEM A103 or concurrent enrollment).
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sci Lab Only
Chemistry Lab Fee: $45.00 (sec P31)
Liberal Arts Lab Fee: $35.00 (sec P81)
Introductory laboratory to teach the basics of laboratory equipment, data gathering, analysis, and reporting.
76023 P31 W 09:00A-11:45A SNOD 108 Curtis 08/27-12/15
76057 P81 WEB Veh 08/27-12/16
For section P81: Course is offered as a Distance Education
Web-based course through Kenai Peninsula College. Contact the KPC Bookstore at 1-877-262-0330 to order textbook.
Instructor contact - ifafv@uaa.alaska.edu

 

CHEM A105 General Chemistry I 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: MATH A105 with minimum grade of C.
Registration Restrictions: CHEM A055 with minimum grade of C or high school chemistry.
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sciences Requirement
Introduction to inorganic chemistry for science majors which includes atomic and molecular structure, chemical equations and calculations, states of matter, solutions, acids and bases, oxidation-reduction reactions, and thermodynamics. Assumes prior knowledge of nomenclature and basic calculations (metric and SI system, mole).
76025 P31 T 04:00P-06:45P SNOD 119 Saft 08/27-12/15

 

CHEM A105L General Chemistry I Laboratory 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: (CHEM A105 or concurrent enrollment).
Course Attributes: UAA GER Natural Sci Lab Only
Chemistry Lab Fee: $45.00
Laboratory designed to teach the fundamentals of working with laboratory equipment, data gathering, analysis, and reporting.
76026 P31 R 04:00P-06:45P SNOD 108 Saft 08/27-12/15


COMMUNICATION  -  COMM

You may take COMM A111, A241, A235, or A237 to fulfill the GER Oral Communication Requirement.

 

COMM A111 Fundamentals of Oral Communication 3 CR ... ADDED
Course Attributes: UAA GER Oral Communication Req.
A survey of communication principles, theories, and skills including interpersonal communication, small group communication, and public speaking. Students develop oral communication skills through practice in a variety of individual activities, group activities, and individual and group presentations.
79062 P31 T 04:00P-06:45P FSM 207 Northey 08/28-12/15

 

COMM A237 Interpersonal Communication 3.0 CR
Course Attributes: UAA GER Oral Communication Requirement
The study of theories and skills related to dyadic communication and the variables which affect it, including conflict, culture, gender, rules, and context. Students will develop oral communication skills designed to improve communication in relationships by engaging in a variety of individual exercises, individual presentations, and group presentations.
75906 P31 W 01:00P-03:45P FSM 206 Praetorius 08/27-12/15

 

COMM A241 Public Speaking 3.0 CR ... time & room change sec: P32
Course Attributes: UAA GER Oral Communication Requirement
The study of theories and skills applicable to informative, persuasive, and special occasion platform speaking. Emphasis is on effective selection, organization, and presentation of material to diverse audiences across diverse settings. Students will develop oral communication skills by engaging in a variety of exercises and individual presentation.
75907 P31 W 07:00P-09:45P FSM 206 Praetorius 08/27-12/15
75908 P32 R 07:00P-09:45P 01:00P-03:45P  FSM 206 SNOD 119  Praetorius 08/27-12/15


COMMUNITY EDUCATION  -  CED

Register Early! CED A049 classes will be cancelled if minimum number of students have not registered by noon on Friday, September 7, 2007.  Separate refund policy applies. See Step 5 - Pay Tuition & Fees.
 

CED A049 Knife Making  .0 CR ...CANCELLED
Grade Mode: Non-Graded   MSC Special Note: Additional costs to students vary with project selection. Register Early. These community classes will be cancelled if minimum number of students have not registered by noon on Friday, September 7, 2007. NO EXCEPTIONS.   MSC Non-Credit Fee: $275.00
This is an entry-level course which is intended to introduce the craft of knife making to the novice. Basic shop set-up, safety, design, material selection and skill development will be the primary goals of this class. The student is required to complete an assigned hands-on project. 
76073 PE1 F 06:00P-09:00P JKB 108 Lance 09/14-12/14

 

CED A049 Stained Glass Basics  .0 CR
Grade Mode: Non-Graded
MSC Special Note: Additional costs to students vary with project selection. Register Early. These community classes will be cancelled if minimum number of students have not registered by noon on Friday, September 7, 2007. NO EXCEPTIONS.
MSC Non-Credit Fee: $260.00
Introduces technique including pattern designing, cutting, and lead came. Chemicals are used in the process.
76074 PE2 S 09:00A-03:00P FSM 208 Urroz 09/15-12/15

 

CED A231 Grant Proposal Writing 1.0 CR
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
MSC Special Note: CED A294M will continue the process through the actual writing of a grant.
Presents an overview of funding sources and references, and provides an in-depth description of the components of a grant proposal.
76078 PM1 FS 09:00A-04:30P FSM 104 Adler 10/12 & 10/13

 

CED A294M Applied Grant Writing 1.0 CR ... CRN assigned
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
MSC Special Note: This one-credit writing intensive course is designed to provide an introductory experience to grant proposal writing. CED A231 recommended.
Presents an in-depth description of components of a grant proposal and provides an introduction to writing a complete and competitive grant proposal.
78872 PM1 FS 09:00A-04:30P FSM 104 Adler 10/26 & 10/27


 

 

CIOS SKILL CENTER

Numerous courses are offered in the CIOS Skill Center located in FSM 106.
The Skill Center is staffed by two full-time faculty members and lab aides.

Skill Center Hours Fall 2007
Monday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday *:  9:00 am - 1:00 pm
* August 31, Sept. 7, Dec. 7 & 14 only

Orientation
All CIOS students must attend the appropriate orientation.
Some students may need to attend both.

Skill Center:  Attend one of these sessions
if you are taking PS section classes.
Monday, August 27 - 10:00 am - FSM 106
Wednesday, August 29 - 7:00 pm - FSM 106
Friday, August 31 - 11:00 am - FSM 106

Blackboard - CIOS Distance Ed: 
Attend one of these sessions if  you are taking PX or PY
section classes or attend one of the open Blackboard sessions.
Monday, August 27 - 11:00 am - FSM 106

Blackboard - Open to all students:
Tuesday, August 28 - 10:00 am - FSM 104
Wednesday, August 29 - 6:00 pm - FSM 104
Friday, August 31 - Noon - FSM 104


 

COMPUTER INFORMATION & OFFICE SYSTEMS  -  CIOS

Additional CIOS Information


Each semester students using the MSC computer labs and classrooms are required to pay a $25 computer lab and supply fee. This fee shall be paid during registration and is charged only one each semester to any student registered in a class held in a computer classroom or using the MSC computer labs. Students will be required to display their appropriately marked MSC ID card when using the general access computer lab.

CIOS Section Numbers: Note the Section Number listed for each class. Section Numbers describe the type of class and instructional method.

NOTE:  Skill Center classes will be using MS Office 2007 and the Vista Operating System.

 

P3_ Regular, instructor-led CIOS class
• Meets at a regularly scheduled time
• Weekly deadlines for assignments and activities
• Follows same registration deadlines as regular full-semester classes
  PS_ CIOS Skills Center class, open-entry, individualized course
• Attend class anytime during Skills Center hours
• Work at own pace
• Requires self-discipline and initiative
• Attend Skills Center Orientation at the beginning of the semester
• May add Skills Center classes through the semester open-entry deadline
     
PX_ Web-based, instructor-led CIOS class
• Participate via the Web
• Weekly deadlines for assignments and activities
• Requires self-discipline and initiative
• Attend Orientation for CIOS Distance Ed or contact instructor via email for orientation
• Follows same registration deadlines as regular full-semester classes
• Requires equipment, software, and computer skills as indicated
• Requires READI testing
  PY_ Web-based, individualized course
• Works similarly to a Skills Center class but participate via the Web
• Work at own pace
• Requires self-discipline and initiative
• Attend Orientation for CIOS Distance Ed or contact instructor via email for orientation
• May add other Web-based, individualized courses through the semester open-entry deadline
• Requires equipment, software, and computer skills as indicated
• Requires READI testing
To ensure your success, we strongly recommend that you take a test that measures your readiness for online courses. The test is free as a service to distance students. To take this test go to READI or call 745-9718.

 

CIOS A101 Keyboarding 3.0 CR
Special Note: Credit will not be counted for both CIOS A101 and (CIOS A101A and CIOS A101B and CIOS A101C).
MSC Special Note: Offered either as classroom or open-entry individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces keyboarding skills and emphasizes correct techniques and development of speed, accuracy, and proofreading. Introduces word processing concepts to produce personal and business letters, tables, and reports.
76087 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15
76088 PS2 TR 12:30P-02:30P FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A101A Keyboarding A 1.0 CR
Special Note: Credit will not be counted for both CIOS A101 and (CIOS A101A and CIOS A101B and CIOS A101C).
MSC Special Note: Open-entry individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces the keyboard alphabet, number, and symbol keys. Emphasizes techniques and mechanics of keyboarding by touch.
76090 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A101B Keyboarding B 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Special Note: Credit will not be counted for both CIOS A101 and (CIOS A101A and CIOS A101B and CIOS A101C).
Introduces keyboarding of memos, personal and business letters, and envelopes in a word processing program and continues to develop keyboarding skill and accuracy.
76091 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A101C Keyboarding C 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101B.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Special Note: Credit will not be counted for both CIOS A101 and (CIOS A101A and CIOS A101B and CIOS A101C).
Introduces keyboarding of simple reports and tables in a word processing program and continues to develop keyboarding speed and accuracy.
76092 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A102 Keyboarding Skill Building 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A.
Grade Mode: Pass/No Pass
Special Note: May be repeated with only 1 credit in each semester.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Emphasizes development of keyboarding speed and accuracy.
76093 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A108 Graphic Design Fundamentals 3.0 CR
                     for Computer Applications

Prerequisite: CIOS A113 and [CIOS A130A or CIOS A130B].
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces the fundamentals of graphic design and art as they relate to media production.
76194 P31 MW 10:30A-11:45A FSM 104 Forsythe 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A113 Operating Systems: MS Windows 1.0 CR
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces the MS Windows operating system. Includes file and disk management, the control panel, desktop, utilities, MS Windows setup, and maintenance.
76097 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A115 10-Key for Business Calculations 2.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: Proof of placement into MATH A055.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Introduces the 10-key touch control method to solve business-related calculations while developing speed and accuracy.
76531 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A116 Business Calculations 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: [MATH A054 with minimum grade of C or ASSET Numerical Skills with score of 43].
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces business calculations and use of calculators by touch to solve problems in bank records, payroll, trade and cash discounts, mark-up and markdown, interest, consumer credit, depreciation, inventory, financial statements, insurance, and taxes.
76197 P31 R 09:00A-11:45A FSM 104 Hensel 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A117 Logic Concepts for Computer Technology 1.0 CR
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Introduces how computers deal with numbers, calculations, and logic.
76102 P80 WEB Skill Center 08/27-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class.
Instructor contact: http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/cios/

 

READI for distance delivery?
To ensure your success, we strongly recommend that you take a test that measures your readiness for online courses. The test is free as a service to distance students. To take the test call 745-9718 or go to www.matsu.alaska.edu/readi.htm

To check computer skills and requirements students registered for blended or online courses can go to http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation/ and click on Hardware/Software Requirements on the left.

 

CIOS A118 Payroll Procedures 2.0 CR
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Introduces payroll procedures including calculating various types of payroll, keeping payroll records, federal laws, and reporting procedures.
76103 PX1 WEB Evans 08/27-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class.
Instructor contact - rebeccamevans@verizon.net

 

CIOS A120A Bookkeeping Software Applications I: QuickBooks  1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A and CIOS A113.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Special Note: Knowledge of bookkeeping principles is recommended. Students are strongly encouraged to complete CIOS A221A to gain a fuller understanding of this topic.
Introduces the QuickBooks accounting program. Covers basic bookkeeping procedures for company setup and maintenance, data input for check register, accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking, and sales tax.
76104 PX1 WEB Evans 08/27-09/29
MSC Special Note: Web-based class. Must have QuickBooks Pro 2006 or 2007 to complete the assignments in the course. Instructor contact - rebeccamevans@verizon.net

 

CIOS A125A Electronic Communications I: MS Outlook 1.0 CR ... start date change
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A and CIOS A113.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces features of the Microsoft Outlook communication software. MS Outlook is a full-featured program that offers e-mail, contact, time, and task management features.
76105 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center  08/27 10/01-12/15

 

CIOS A130A Word Processing I: MS Word 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: (CIOS A101A or concurrent enrollment).
MSC Special Note: Open-Entry, individualized course or web-based course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Special Note: Students are strongly encouraged to complete CIOS A230A to gain a fuller understanding of this topic.
Introduces fundamentals, concepts, and applications of word processing. Students learn basic commands needed to create, format, edit, and print documents.
76107 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A135A Spreadsheets I: MS Excel 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A and CIOS A113.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course or web-based open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 (Sec: PS1)
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00 (Sec: PY1)
Special Note: Students are strongly encouraged to complete CIOS A235A to gain a fuller understanding of this topic.
Introduces fundamental concepts in the design and use of spreadsheets. Includes basic commands, formulas and functions, and inserting of charts, objects, and hyperlinks.
76114 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15
76116 PY1 WEB Skill Center 08/27-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class. Student must have MS Excel 2003 to complete the assignments in the course. Instructor contact -
http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/cios/

 

CIOS A140A Databases I: MS Access 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A and CIOS A113.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Special Note: Students are strongly encouraged to complete CIOS A240A to gain a fuller understanding of this topic.
Introduces the fundamentals and concepts of a database, including tables, fields, sorting, keys, and relational database concepts.
76120 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A146 Internet Concepts and Applications 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A and CIOS A113.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces and applies Internet concepts, tools, and utilities. Includes use of electronic mail, search strategies for research, academic, and personal use, and study of security and ethics issues, basic HTML, and new Internet technologies.
76518 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A150A Presentations: MS PowerPoint 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A and CIOS A113.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Covers presentation software and design techniques for creating professional presentations. Incorporates tools for enhancing presentations with various objects.
76519 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A152A Digital Imaging Concepts & Applications: Photoshop 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: (CIOS A108 or concurrent enrollment) and [CIOS A130A or CIOS A130B] and CIOS A146.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces the fundamentals, concepts, and applications of digital imaging techniques, including basic color theory, manipulating images, adding images to documents, and using digital images in animation and Web documents.
76199 P31 T 07:00P-09:45P FSM 104 Howes III 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A154B Desktop Publishing I: MS Publisher 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Special Note: Students are strongly encouraged to complete CIOS A254B to gain a fuller understanding of this topic.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces fundamentals and concepts of desktop publishing and design elements used to create a variety of documents for publication, including flyers, brochures, and newsletters.
76143 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A156 Web Graphics: Fireworks 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: (CIOS A130A or concurrent enrollment) and (CIOS A146 or concurrent enrollment) and [(CIOS A153A or concurrent enrollment) or (CIOS A153B or concurrent enrollment)].
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Introduces the concepts and skills used to create web graphics such as animated GIFs, slices, and image maps. Teaches proper optimization of graphics and gives general guidance on proper use of graphics in a web site.
76144 PY1 WEB Skill Center 08/27-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class. Student must have Macromedia Fireworks 8 to complete the assignments in the course.  Instructor contact - http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/cios/

 

READI for distance delivery?
To ensure your success, we strongly recommend that you take a test that measures your readiness for online courses. The test is free as a service to distance students. To take the test call 745-9718 or go to www.matsu.alaska.edu/readi.htm

To check computer skills and requirements students registered for blended or online courses can go to http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation/ and click on Hardware/Software Requirements on the left.

 

CIOS A160 Business English 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: [PRPE A086 with minimum grade of C or ASSET Writing Skills with score of 40].
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Special Note: Recommend CIOS A161A and CIOS A260A.
Analyzes sentence structure and usage in business communications for application to proofreading and editing documents.
76200 P31 MW 01:00P-02:15P FSM 104 Forsythe 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A161A Proofreading 2.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: Proof of placement into ENGL A111; keyboarding skills of 30 wpm or higher.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces proofreading techniques applied to business communication. Develops skills in proofreading for content, usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
76532 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A162A Shorthand 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduces an alphabetic shorthand system designed for fast note taking or dictation.
76146 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A164 Filing 1.0 CR
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Special Note: Students are encouraged to complete CIOS A264A to gain a fuller understanding of this topic.
Introduces terminology, filing techniques, and ARMA (American Records Management Association) filing rules as they apply to alphabetic, numeric, subject, and geographic filing systems.
76148 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A194X Digital Imaging Concepts & Apps: Illustrator 3.0 CR ...CANCELLED
Prerequisite: (CIOS A108 or concurrent enrollment) and CIOS A130 and CIOS A146.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 Introduces the fundamentals, concepts, and applications of digital imaging techniques including basic color theory, manipulating images, adding images to documents, using digital images in animation and web documents. 
76206 P31 R 07:00P-09:45P FSM 104 Howes III 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A201A Document Processing 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A101A.
MSC Special Note: Offered as either classroom or open-entry, individualized course. May be stacked with: CIOS A101
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies keyboarding and word processing skills to letters, mail merges, tabulations, reports, business forms, and other office documents while building speed and accuracy.
76150 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15
76151 PS2 TR 12:30P-02:30P FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A207 Machine Transcription 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: [CIOS A101B or CIOS A101C] and CIOS A161A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies word processing and proofreading skills to create quality documents using transcription equipment. Designed for students with no previous transcription experience.
76153 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A208 Medical Transcription 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: [CIOS A101B or CIOS A101C] and CIOS A161A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies word processing and proofreading skills to machine transcription of medical dictation to produce accurate, quality documents. Designed for students with no previous transcription experience. Students will learn needed medical terminology.
76154 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A209A Legal Transcription 1.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A160 and CIOS A201A.
Registration Restrictions: Prerequisite or demonstrated equivalent skill and speed of 45 wpm.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies word processing and business English skills to machine transcription of legal dictation to produce accurate legal documents. Designed for students with no previous transcription experience.
76155 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A220A Bookkeeping Software Applications II: QuickBooks 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A120A.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Applies skills learned in CIOS A120A to more advanced applications of creating financial reports, period-end procedures, payroll, inventory, jobs and time tracking, accounting issues, and integration with other software.
76156 PX1 WEB Evans 10/01-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class. Student must have Quickbooks Pro 2006 or 2007 to complete the assignments. Instructor contact - rebeccamevans@verizon.net

 

CIOS A230A Word Processing II: MS Word 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A130A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies skills acquired in CIOS A130A to learn intermediate and advanced word processing and desktop publishing features. Includes styles, graphics, merging documents, object linking and embedding, publishing as a web page, working with master documents, indexes, tables of contents, on-screen business forms, and macros.
76159 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A235A Spreadsheets II: Excel 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A135A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course or web-based open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Applies skills learned in CIOS A135A to designing more complex spreadsheets. Includes concepts and techniques for problem-solving and the decision-making process. Topics include design and construction of spreadsheets and templates, macros, data exchange, database features, enhancing charts, and other advanced functions.
76161 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15
76164 PY1 WEB Skill Center 08/27-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class. Student must have MS Excel 2003 to complete the assignments.
Instructor contact - http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/cios/

 

READI for distance delivery?
To ensure your success, we strongly recommend that you take a test that measures your readiness for online courses. The test is free as a service to distance students. To take the test call 745-9718 or go to www.matsu.alaska.edu/readi.htm

To check computer skills and requirements students registered for blended or online courses can go to http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/distanceeducation/ and click on Hardware/Software Requirements on the left.

 

CIOS A240A Databases II: MS Access 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A140A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies skills learned in CIOS A140A to more complex databases. Includes database concepts and techniques, queries, forms, filters, relationships, and integration with other applications.
76168 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A241 Integrated Applications 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A151A and [CIOS A230A or CIOS A230B] and CIOS A235A and CIOS A240A.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course. Word processing software is selected by the department.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies the powerful integration capabilities of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other applications, including the World Wide Web. Builds skill in application integration through a variety of projects that include using critical thinking, work organization, time management, and teamwork skills.
76170 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A254B Desktop Publishing II: MS Publisher 2.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: CIOS A154B. MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.  Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 Applies skills learned in CIOS A154B to more advanced desktop publishing concepts and techniques. Presents design techniques and the use of desktop publishing software to generate sophisticated publications. Topics include scanning, graphic formats, typography, and integration with other applications.
76174 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A259 Preparing Electronic Documents: Adobe Acrobat  1.0 CR
Prerequisite: [CIOS A130A or CIOS A130B] and CIOS A146.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Covers publishing documents in portable document format, designing and creating forms and documents that can be emailed, uploaded, and accessed on the World Wide Web, placed on intranet file systems, or permanently stored on any media storage device.
76175 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A262A Professional Development 3.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: Instructor permission.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Special Note: Must be taken in final semester of program.
Focuses on the knowledge and attitudes necessary to develop critical job survival skills, increase productivity, and improve job satisfaction and success. Each student will assess individual talents and goals, and create a career portfolio.
76178 PY1 WEB Skill Center 08/27-12/15:
MSC Special Note: Web-based class.
Instructor contact -
http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/cios/


CIOS A264A Records Management 2.0 CR
Prerequisite: (CIOS A140A or concurrent enrollment) and CIOS A164.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies principles learned in CIOS A164 to management of information and records. Covers the field of records management, legal and ethical issues, and controls and technology related to creation, use, maintenance, protection, retrieval, and disposition of paper and electronic records.
76179 P31 T 05:00P-06:45P FSM 104 Hensel 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A265 Office Management 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A160 and CIOS A165.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Examines workplace trends, management techniques, communication, conflict resolution, ethics, diversity, technology, legal issues, and changing roles of the administrative professional.
76180 P80 WEB Hensel 08/27-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class.
Instructor contact - http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/cios/

 

CIOS A267 Law Office Procedures: Client Documents 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A201A and [CIOS A230A or CIOS A230B].
Special Note: Students are encouraged to complete the complementary course, CIOS A266.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Applies word processing and computer skills to preparation of legal documents in the areas of corporate, family, probate, real estate, and bankruptcy law with emphasis on accuracy, style, and understanding the purpose of the documents. Studies legal procedures and legal vocabulary in these areas and examines law office organization and legal ethics.
76181 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A269 Alaska Rules of Civil Procedures 3.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A266.
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Studies Alaska Rules of Civil Procedure and Alaska Rules of Appellate Procedure in depth as they apply particularly to lawyers' assistants working with litigation documents.
76182 PY1 WEB Skill Center 08/27-12/15
MSC Special Note: Web-based class.
Instructor contact -
http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/cios/

 

CIOS A276A Independent Project 3.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: 12 credits CIOS courses and Instructor Approval Required.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Includes learning a new microcomputer application, applying the application to significant problems, and demonstrating the result to other computer users.
76183 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

CIOS A282 Office Internship 1.0-3.0 CR
Prerequisite: CIOS A165.
Registration Restrictions: Minimum of 12 CIOS credits and instructor permission.
Special Note: Requires 45 hours of work experience for each credit.
MSC Special Note: Open-entry, individualized course.
Places students in business offices related to their educational programs and occupational objectives. Includes conference with faculty coordinator.
76184 PS1 M-F see posted hours FSM 106 Skill Center 08/27-12/15

 

NOTE:  Skill Center classes will be using MS Office 2007 and the Vista Operating System.

 


COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS - CIS

 

CIS A105 Introduction to Personal Computers & Appl Software  3.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: Keyboarding skill of 30 wpm or better is recommended.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduction to computer literacy emphasizing basic hands-on use of personal computers, operating system, and application software to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and Internet.
76274 P31 F 06:00P-08:45P FSM 104 Bennett 08/27-12/15

 

CIS A110 Computer Concepts in Business 3.0 CR
Registration Restrictions: The following are recommended: MATH A105, CIS A105, familiarity with personal computers and basic software applications, and keyboarding of at least 30 wpm. It is assumed that students have completed a college preparation curriculum in high school including a minimum of three years of mathematics.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduction to computer concepts from a user's perspective. Covers hardware, software, the information processing cycle, programming, and microcomputer software packages. Emphasis on solving business problems using spreadsheet and database applications.
76275 P31 M 07:00P-09:45P FSM 104 Yarbrough-Moore 08/27-12/15


COMPUTER & NETWORK TECHNOLOGY  -  CNT

 

CNT A160 PC Operating Systems 3.0 CR ... instructor added
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Develops basic understanding of command line, desktop, and server operating systems. Includes computer programming, architecture, and hardware necessary to understand the operating system interactions.
76249
P31  F  07:00P-09:45P  JKB 107  Rye  08/27-12/15

 

CNT A165 Customer Service Fundamentals 1.0 CR ... changed to WEB delivery
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Introduces basic customer service principles, including relationships, perceptions, telephone techniques, quality, ethics, record keeping, interpersonal relationships, and teamwork.
76265  PX1   WEB  Dodds   08/27-12/15

 

CNT A170 CISCO Academy Network Fundamentals 4 CR ... ADDED
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00
Covers networking fundamentals and develops basic skills in designing, installing, and troubleshooting local area networks. Topics include cabling, cabling closets, Ethernet technologies, management devices, protocols, sub-netting, network device selection, installation and troubleshooting.
78222  PX1  WEB  Foster  08/27-12/15

 

CNT A184 Introduction to TCP/IP 1.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: CNT A183. Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 Presents transmission control protocol/internet protocol, including structure, addressing, data transfer, software, applications, and troubleshooting.
76266
PM1 TBA TBA JKB 107 TBA 08/27-12/15

 

CNT A210 PC Technician Fundamentals 3.0 CR ... instructor added
Prerequisite: CIS A105.
Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
Introduction to the principles of personal computer hardware/software maintenance and troubleshooting. The course is designed to give the student equivalent experience of a PC technician that has been working for six months.
76252
P31  M  07:00P-09:45P  JKB 108  Rye  08/27-12/15

 

CNT A240 Windows System Essentials 2.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: CNT A210. Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 Provides an introduction to networking concepts, features, and capabilities and their implementation within the Windows environment.  
76255 PM1 TBA TBA JKB 107 TBA 08/27-12/15

 

CNT A241 Administering and Supporting Windows Workstations/ Server 3.0 CR
... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: CNT A240. Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 Presents concepts and skills necessary to install and configure Windows Server on stand-alone computers and on client computers that are part of a workgroup or domain. 76256
PM1 TBA TBA JKB 107 TBA 08/27-12/15

 

CNT A244 Designing Secure Windows Networks 3 CR ... ADDED
Prerequisites: CNT A242. Special Fees. Provides students with the knowledge and skills to design a security framework for small, medium, and enterprise networks using Microsoft Windows technologies.
78223   PM1  T/R  06:00P-08:30P  JKB 107  Lewellyn  08/28-10/18

 

CNT A245 W indows Directory Services Design 2 CR ... ADDED
Prerequisites: CNT A243. Special Fees. Provides students with the knowledge and skills to design a Microsoft Windows directory services infrastructure in an enterprise network.
78224   PM1  T/R  06:00P-08:30P  JKB 107  Lewellyn  10/30-12/06

 

CNT A262 Computer Technical Support 2.0 CR  ... CANCELLED
... changed to WEB delivery

Prerequisite: CNT A165 and CNT A184. Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00
MSC Distance Delivery Fee: $38.00 Develops skills necessary for evaluating and implementing various technical support functions, including hardware and software needs assessments, training development, preventive maintenance, and effective communication and documentation.  76267  PX1  WEB  Foster   08/27-12/15

 

CNT A264 Introduction to Information Security 3.0 CR ... CANCELLED
Prerequisite: CNT A212 or CNT A261. Computer Classroom Fee: $25.00 Provides students with an understanding of the core concepts that relate to the practice of network security. This course will help prepare students for the CompTIA Security+ exam. 76258
PM1 TBA TBA JKB 107 TBA 08/27-12/15