Microlabs
In general the team provides assistance, training, coordination, and support for faculty and students using the Microcomputer Labs.
Specifically the Team:
- Is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Micro labs, securing and maintaining supplies and other items which are considered necessary for a good operating environment
- Works with dean’s office and faculty members to establish class scheduling of Micro labs and software to be used in the Micro labs
- Assist in the preparation of an annual plan for upgrading hardware and software in the Micro labs and conduct a review of the plan with faculty and University Management
- Develop an annual plan for providing new and continuing students with basic computer literacy skills including utilizing basic desktop software, and utilizing e-mail and the Internet
- Submits an annual budget for operation and estimated number of student hours required for Micro labs functions
- Maintains records of on-site licenses for all software used in the Micro labs and insures compliance with licensing requirements
- Develops manuals, aids etc. for use by faculty, students and Lab Assistants for better and comprehensive microcomputer lab use
- Assists in the interviewing, hiring, training and scheduling of work-study students who act as Microcomputer Lab Assistants; maintain pay records and submit time cards to Controller’s office for student payroll
- Assists and Maintains lab schedules, web site, and lab utilization statistics
- Maintains familiarity with microcomputer lab software and hardware, and software distribution techniques