ACE Tech Lab
The ACE Tech Lab is a specialized computer lab which is specifically for students registered through Golden West College ACE (DSP&S). The center is located on the first floor of the Learning Resouce Center. Use of the Tech Lab can maximize opportunity for success and independence.
Adaptive Hardware available in the lab:
- Adaptive keyboards and mouse
- 22" Monitors
- My Reader CCTV
Software Programs that are available in the lab for students to use when completing assignments:
- Microsoft Windows XP
- Adobe Acrobat X
- GDP 1 - 120 (Computer Business Applications typing program)
- Internet Explorer Web Browser
- Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
- ZoomText 9.11
- Kurzweil 1000 10.03 (Scan/Read software for blind students)
- Kurzweil 3000 10.03 (Scan/Read software for learning disabled students)
- Dragon Naturally Speaking 9.5
- Jaws (Screen reader for blind students)
- Scientific Notebook 5.5
- My IT Lab
The lab also has one Macintosh computer available for student use. The following software applications are available on these computers:
- Internet Explorer
- Acrobat X
- Adobe Photoshop CS5
- Adobe Illustrator CS5
- InDesign CS35
- Flash CS5
- Dreamweaver CS5
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- OS X
Policies and Procedures
The following requirements must be met before student can use the lab:
- Be a registered student at Golden West College
- Register in the correct ticket number for the Learning 927 class and pay the $8.00.
- Read and sign the lab student Contract and the Coast Community College District Guidelines regarding Student Computer Usage.
Hours of Operation*:
- Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm