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Computer Access

Open Access Computer Lab

Students are welcome to use a computer or reserve a quiet study space in the Academic Resource Center's open access computer lab. No appointment is necessary. Students may use the computers for research, word processing, spreadsheet, database management, presentation software and programs required in specific classes. Printing is also available for AHC students (up to 10 pages).

Location

Academic Resources Center (ARC) (Bldg. L-South)
Telephone: 805-922-6966 ext. 3260

HOURS

Monday - Thursday,  9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Questions? Please call 1-805-922-6966 x3260 

Staff

Elaine Healy
Associate Professor/Coordinator, Academic Resource Center
ehealy@hancockcollege.edu

Crystal Neal
Tutorial/Open Access Computer Lab Technician
crystal.neal1@hancockcollege.edu

Laura Venegas
Tutorial/Open Access Computer Lab Assistant
 
Sean Maddox
Lompoc Valley Center Tutorial/Open Access Computer Lab Assistant

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • PSLO 1.  Students will use the Open Access Computer Lab (OACL) to complete school assignments. This will be assessed by analysis of user surveys and monitoring usage of the OACL.
  • PSLO 2.  Students use the OACL to improve computer skills. This will be assessed by analysis of user surveys. 
  • PSLO 3.  Students will find the OACL staff courteous and helpful. This will be assessed by analysis of user surveys. Increased customer service training for OACL staff may improve positive responses.
  • PSLO 4.  Students will locate the software they need for assignments in the OACL. This will be assessed by analysis of user surveys. A faculty survey of programs required for classes may provide information on additional software necessary for students.