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Tuttleman FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

General Questions:

What kinds of classrooms are available in Tuttleman?

There are over 30 classrooms available in the Tuttleman Learning Center, including lecture halls, classrooms, and computer teaching labs. All classrooms have access to multimedia capability. Click here for a full listing of classrooms and technology capabilities.

How do I reserve a classroom in Tuttleman?

Faculty who wish to reserve a classroom within Tuttleman for the entire semester, please fill out a Smart Classroom reservation form, available from your dean or departmental chairperson. The form is also available online in Adobe Acrobat format. If you have questions regarding course reservations, call Marlene Chachkin at 1-1936.

If you wish to reserve a Tuttleman classroom for a one-time use, contact Instructional Support Services at 1-0799.

How do I obtain training in the use of multimedia classroom technology?

All persons who wish to teach in a Tuttleman must attend a brief "Smart Classroom" training session prior to your first class within Tuttleman. The session explains how to use the classroom system and will give you an opportunity to ask questions about any specific needs you might have. Sessions will be held prior to the start of each semester and on an appointment basis. For information on scheduling training, please contact Instructional Support Services at 1-0799.

What hardware and software will be installed in the classrooms?

The minimum hardware/software profile for classroom computers is listed below. Some facilities may have additional features. All specifications are subject to change due to upgrades.

Windows-based PCs (available in Smart Classrooms and four teaching labs):

  • Intel 450 Mhz Pentium III
  • 128 MB RAM
  • 17" Monitor
  • 13 GB Hard Drive
  • DVD-CD ROM
  • Integrated audio
  • 10/100 network card
  • Zip drive
  • Software: Windows 98, Office 97 (one lab will be Office 2000), FrontPage, AntiVirus, Netscape and Internet Explorer, and Telnet

Macintoshes (available in two teaching labs):

  • Power Mac G3 400Mhz
  • 128 MB RAM
  • Apple 17/16" Monitor
  • 6GB Hard Drive
  • CD ROM
  • Integrated audio
  • 10/100 network card
  • Zip drive
  • Software: Mac OS, Office 98, Anti virus, Apple Works v. 5, Netscape, Telnet.

If faculty have specialized needs, can additional software be installed?

If faculty has already obtained the specialized software and has proper proof of licensing, they can request that software be installed by filling out an online form in Acrobat format for classrooms and carts or a computer lab. These forms are also available from Instructional Support Services, 1-8572 (for classrooms and carts) or Lab Management, 1-5289 (for computer training labs).

If specialized, discipline-specific software or hardware is desired and has not yet been purchased, faculty should submit a request to purchase the items through department chairs or deans as part a school or college's technology plan.

 

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