Computers

 LAB POLICIES

1. The LRC computer lab and laptops are primarily for academic use.

2. When using an LRC computer, you must comply with UH-Manoa's Policy on Access and Acceptable Use.  To view the policy, go to http://www.hawaii.edu/infotech/policies/itpolicy.html

3. Free laser printing is available (20 pages per day, only).  We request a VOLUNTARY contribution of 10 cents per page to help cover printing costs.

4. LRC computers may not be used for any of the following activities:

Installing personal software on the computers

Downloading of programs or files onto the desktop or hard drive from the Internet

Copying software

Altering desktop or computer configurations

Playing games

Viewing/printing of offensive and/or pornographic materials. The use of LRC lab computers for the viewing or displaying of “offensive” material could constitute a hostile environment. Sexual harassment as defined in Executive Policy E1.203 “Policy on Sexual Harassment and Related Conduct” is prohibited in these facilities. The complete policy may be viewed at the following web site http://www.hawaii.edu/svpa/ep/e1/e1203.pdf

Any student who engages in any of the above prohibited activities risks the loss of computer privileges.

5. Users should save files on their own data disks.  The hard drive is public use; any files saved to the hard drive will be deleted.  We are not responsible for lost work saved to the hard drive.

6. All printing MUST be completed before the LRC closes.  Printing services will be terminated 5 minutes prior to the closing of the LRC.

7. All problems with computers should be reported immediately to LRC staff.

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 LRC COMPUTER LAB SERVICES

• An open lab with PC (Windows) computers.  All computers include Microsoft Office 2007 programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher) and Internet access.  Computers have CD-ROM, DVD, floppy, and Zip250 media drives, and USB ports usable for connecting a flash (jump) drive.
• Laser printer – see printing guidelines above.
• On-the-spot help with quick computer questions; one-to-one computer tutoring by appointment.
• Laptop computers with wireless capability; you can borrow a laptop for up to four hours and take it anywhere on campus.  A valid LCC student ID is required.
• Two scanners

• Software installed on some computers includes:

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Multimedia

• CD-ROMs and DVDs (as well as audio and videotapes) that supplement foreign language, ESL, or other courses.  Instructors are invited to leave materials in the LRC for students to access.
• Study skills workshops (prerecorded) on a wide range of topics can be viewed by streaming video from computers in the LRC lab. Some instructors give extra credit to students who view these.
• Copy machine available for student use (10 cents/copy).
• Typewriter available on request for students to use in filling out forms.

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Scholarship information & help

• Scholarship Information Bulletin Board:  updated often -- find out about available scholarships and their deadlines
• Scholarship information binder:  more detailed information about scholarships.  Available at the Front Desk for use in the LRC
• When you're applying:  Writing consultants can help with the personal statements (essays) that are part of most scholarship applications

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Testing

• Students who miss a test in class may be able to take a makeup test in the LRC.
• Students in Distance Education (online or cable TV) courses may be required to take written (paper) exams in the LRC.
• Note: online WebCT tests are administered in the campus testing lab or college computing lab.  For more information about online testing, call 455-0272.
• Students are required to present a UH-system student ID when taking an exam.
• All tests must be completed by closing time, so making tests available to students near closing time is at the discretion of LRC staff.
• The LRC requires students to store books, bags, and cell phones in our lockers while they are taking exams.
• The LRC administers tests to students according to instructions provided by the instructor.  Instructions about time limit, use of aids on the test, etc., are explained to the student by LRC staff.

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TUTORING – see the Tutoring section of the website.

  AIM STUDY GROUPS

AIM is a program to help students form their own study groups for class at LCC.   AIM stands for Achieve Infinitely More, which is what students can do when they work together!

Why should I join an AIM group?
Because studying with your classmates is fun. It’s a great opportunity to get to know other students, and it can help you learn more and get higher grades!

What do other people think about study groups?
Many faculty encourage students to study together. Roger Kwok, LCC Science and Chemistry instructor, says, "Students who participate in study groups tend to do much better on tests than students who study alone." (Attention faculty: you can download an information sheet on AIM.)

Students who have participated in groups have had positive experiences. Here are a few comments from past AIM sessions:
"Good session, wrote down note cards together"; "Went great, very interactive"; "[Our group] did excellent on quiz."

This sounds good. So how can I start an AIM group?

• First, talk to your instructor and ask if you can make an announcement in class (or ask your instructor to do this).
• Pass around a signup sheet to find out possible days and times for the group to meet. (If students are available at different times, your class might have more than one AIM group.)
• After you decide on a time, choose a place to meet. One possibility is the back room in the LRC, which is often available and can be reserved by groups. Other options are just to use a table in the main area of the LRC or outside the LRC, or to check out the group study rooms in the LCC Library.

OK, we've scheduled our group. Now what?

• Download our tip sheet (copies also available in the LRC) for some ideas on how to make your AIM group a success.
• You may want to check with your instructor about the possibility of earning extra credit for attending AIM groups. If you're able to get extra credit, you'll need to document attendance in one of two ways:
• Hold your session in or near the LRC and let us log members in and out at the beginning and end of the session; or
• Download our sign-in log (copies also available in the LRC) and have members print their names on it; drop the sheets off in the LRC. We'll record your attendance and pass the information on to your instructor.

For more information on AIM, contact Beth Kupper-Herr

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SUCCESS CONNECTION WORKSHOPS – see the SC Workshop Schedule section of the website.

HANDOUTS – see the Handouts section of the website.

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