SWC Lab Orientation 5-20-09

SPC/Southwest Campus

Welcome to the

Instructional Technologies Computer Labs

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There are 4 IT/Multi-Purpose Computer Labs, one of which

is an open lab. There are also numerous departmental

computer labs for specific programs.

IT Labs

The Role of the Lab Technician

Will assist you on how to use the computer and the software on it.

Will prepare computer lab for suitable educational atmosphere.

Will answer any questions you have about

SPC/Southwest Campus.

What a Lab Tech does NOT do!!

Does not do homework or type documents! Does not sell computer hardware or

software! Does not help with your personal computer

or software!

For help with coursework, please see instructor or tutor.

For Help

Computers

Computers are very powerful tools which can be used for many different applications. Computers are also delicate machines that require constant care. Please don’t abuse them.

Please don’t hurt me!!!!!!!!!!

Flat Panel Monitors

Please don’t touch. They bruise easily! Permanently! Expensively!

What is a Network?

When computers are linked together, they form a NETWORK. The computer you are currently working on is attached to a network. Each individual computer receives information from one or more computers called SERVERs. Each server performs different and often multiple roles.

ProgramsYou will encounter a wide variety of programs

such as:

The Microsoft Office Suite 2007 which includes Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

Educational software for air conditioning, aircraft, electrical, diesel, drafting and other disciplines

Various other skills software PALS (Personalized Access to Learning and

Services)

Keep in mind that what works on one program may not work on another.

For Students

All students are provided email via PALS

In Jan 2006, PALS replaced ePortal More functionality More flexibility More fun

These policies are for visitors,

students, faculty, and staff members.

No children are allowed in the computer labs.

College policy prohibits students from bringing their children to classes and laboratories. This policy is to protect the rights of the other students in the class from noise and distraction. See the SPC Student Policy Manual, page 31 or online at www.alamo.edu/spc/pdf/Student_Policy.pdf on page 32.

Pagers must be on silent mode or turned off.

Cellular phones must be on silent or turned off.

Please do not answer phone calls in the computer lab or classroom.

NO food or drinks are allowed in the computer labs at any time.

All book bags, purses, briefcases, and coats must be placed on the floor under the table, not in the aisle.

Do not push the on/off switch on the computer.

Do not “Explore” or “Hack” programs on the network.

Please dispose of all scratch paper and eraser shavings.

When you leave, log off the computer, push in your chairs and make sure the work area is neat.

Be considerate of other students by keeping the noise level down.

This is an educational environment.

Do not use abusive or inappropriate language.

Printing is limited to 3-5 pages. The following are prohibited:

Chat lines, Personal Ads, and E-mail used as a chat line unless used for educational purposes

and set up by the instructor. Pornography.

Do not save anything you want to keep on the hard drive [My Documents or the desktop]. It is periodically cleared of data, and you could lose all your work.

If you DELIBERATELY violate any lab policies, you will receive a warning and your instructor will be notified. A second violation may result in your dismissal from the labs.

Open Lab Hours When using the Open Lab, you must log in

and out at the lab assistant desk. You must show School ID or Driver’s License when requested.

Open lab -- MDIC 105HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information, please call 486-7125 or 486-

7149.

USER

GUIDELINES

USER GUIDELINES

You are responsible for appropriate behavior on the college’s computer network, just as you are in classrooms and common areas of the college. Communications on the network are often public in nature. General college rules for behavior and communications apply. You are expected to comply with the college standards, the Lab Rules and Policies already covered and the rules on the following slides. The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. You are advised never to access, keep, or send anything that you would not want instructors, students, or the lab staff to see. These guidelines are based upon the ACCD Acceptable Computer Use policy.

See www.alamo.edu/spc/admin/it/UsePolicy.pdf

USER GUIDELINES• Privacy -- Network administrators may review communications

to maintain system integrity and ensure that you are using the system responsibly.

• Illegal software and copying -- You should never download or install any commercial software, shareware, or freeware onto network drives or disks. Neither should you copy other people’s work or intrude into other people’s files.

• Inappropriate materials or language -- No profane, abusive, or impolite language should be used to communicate nor should materials be accessed which are not in line with the rules of college behavior. A good rule to follow is never view, send, or access materials that you would not want instructors, students, or the lab staff to see. Should you encounter such materials by accident, report it to a computer lab technician immediately.

USER GUIDELINES

If you encounter materials that violate the rules of appropriate use, notify a lab technician immediately. The lab technicians are located in building 3, room 113.

You will be held accountable for your actions and will lose your privileges if the User Guidelines are violated.

Your using the computer means that you have read, understand, and will comply with the User Guidelines. Failure to do so may result in your loss of computer lab privileges.

USER GUIDELINESAGREEMENT

Thank You !!

If so, please ask the Lab Assistant or Technician.

This concludes the Computer Lab Orientation.