Computer labs are available at many College locations for use by students, faculty and staff. By using any computer lab, students agree to comply with the computer and Internet access policy and additionally agree to follow the following regulations:
- Students must sign in to use the facilities. They may be asked to show College identification.
- Students may not install privately owned or acquired software on computers. Software copyrights are strictly enforced. The Computer Software Policy provides complete details.
- Students may not bring food or drink into the labs.
- Students may use computing resources for College-related purposes only.
- Students should minimize their use of lab printers. They should make multiple copies of large documents using a copy machine rather than the lab printer. The lab assistant has the right and responsibility to limit printing based on overall requirements.
- When using computers with multimedia/speakers attached, students should adjust speaker volume in a manner that will not disturb other lab users.
The College has a strict sexual harassment policy. Students may not download inappropriate materials of a sexual nature.The College has the right to ask students to leave for non-compliance with any of the College's regulations. Such student may be subjected to disciplinary action.
Lab hours are posted at each facility and are subject to change as required to support class scheduling requirements and holidays. It is the lab user's responsibility to become familiar with the schedule. The computer labs close promptly at the scheduled closing times.
Computer Software and E-mail Policies
The Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) governs the making of copies of copyrighted software. Copyright infringement could subject the violator to civil damages and criminal penalties, including a fine or imprisonment.
The College policy further prohibits any use or copying not authorized by the purchase agreement or license under which the institution acquired the software.Unauthorized use or copying may subject employees, faculty and students to disciplinary action.
Students may not use the e-mail addresses of other students, faculty, or staff for purposes unrelated to the College. Violations may lead to disciplinary action.