Lab Hours  |  Classroom Technology  |  Videoconferencing

 

Computer Labs

Open access computer labs are maintained on both the Parkland and Presbyterian campuses, providing internet access, collaborative workspaces, high speed printers, scanners and broad array of software applications. The main labs (Parkland - Computer Lab 249, Presbyterian - Computer Lab 29) are staffed with IT specialists to provide students with face-to-face software assitance and technology support.

Lab software includes:

• Microsoft Office 2007
• Internet Explorer
• SPSS 15
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Quicktime
• Windows Media Player
• Flash
• Specialized software for Nursing, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy
  (campus specific, see below)

Parkland Campus

The Parkland campus houses a total of 100 computers for student use. In addition to Computer Lab 249, open access computers for students are available in the Nursing Lab, Library, Study Lab, and Student Lounge. The Training Lab is available to faculty and staff by reservation. (see map for lab locations)

Specialized software for Nursing students is installed on all computers in Nursing Lab and select computers in Computer Lab 249, including:

NCLEX Reviews Clinical Software Nursing Simulations

 

Presbyterian Campus

The Presbyterian campus houses a total of 45 open access computers for student use. In addition to Computer Lab 29, open access computers for students are available in the Library and Student Lounge. The Training Lab is also available to students, although it may be reserved by faculty for testing or instructional purposes. (see map for lab locations)

Specialized software for Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physical Therapy students (PT) is located in Computer Lab 29. This software includes:

Computer Lab Hours for Parkland and Presbyterian Campuses

Computer Labs will be closed Wed., Nov. 25 - Sat., Nov. 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Monday	7:30 am - 9:00 pm
Tuesday	7:30 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday	7:30 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday	7:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday	7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday	10: 00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday	closed

Classroom Technology

Standard classroom technology includes a fixed or portable instructor station featuring a computer, document camera, DVD/VCR deck, ports for auxiliaries (including laptop hook-up), and controls for a ceiling or desk mounted projector. In case of technical difficulties, each classroom houses a phone that connects directly to the Help Desk.

Software on classroom computers is the same as on lab computers. Applications include:

• Microsoft Office 2007
• Internet Explorer
• SPSS 15
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Flash
• Quicktime
• Windows Media Player

In addition to standard classroom technology, the Parkland campus has two auditorium style classrooms that can support overflow into adjoining classrooms. These two classrooms are also outfitted with classroom response systems for use with "clickers." The Presbyterian campus has one auditorium style classroom featuring a touch-panel control system.

Videoconferencing

Both Parkland and Presbyterian campuses have two videoconference rooms, one set up in seminar style and one as a traditional classroom.

• Seminar style room: one video display, picture in picture used to see both sites simultaneously
  Parkland 155, Presbyterian 219
• Classroom style room: two video displays at the front of the classroom, one displays local site and one displays remote site
  Parkland 229, Presbyterian 109

To schedule a videoconference, submit the Videoconference Request Form (accessible from campus only). The Dallas Support Team will ensure that your videoconference is connected a 1/2 hour before the event start time and that the connection with the remote site is properly tested.