Technology Committee
Technology Plan
Feedback for Instructional Lab Plan
Goal: Provide and support labs to meet student and instructional needs.
Strategies:
- Ensure computers have software installed that meet the needs of
students and instruction.
- Maintain and/or upgrade network to support high bandwidth applications
and new technologies (wireless, satellite feed, etc.)
- Provide streaming audio/video and desktop video conferencing services
- Labs should be multimedia equipped, defined as including a data
projector, VCR, Digital Video disc player, dimmable lighting, speakers, smart-board,
and an overhead projector.
- Labs minimally equipped with a laser printer, color printer, CD/RW
drive, DVD+/- RW drive, scanner, and a multimedia care reader.
- Provide remote access online lab stations where necessary.
- Maintain up to date hardware and software standards
- Provide appropriate technology to stay current with industry practices
and transfer institutions.
- Develop and publish plans for the systematic addition and replacements
of technology equipment
- Optimize lab operations and hours to match program requirements
and student needs.
- Communicate current information about technology services and
lab hours to all students
- Provide access to assistive technology for students with disabilities
in computer labs and in the library as necessary.
