Instructional Computer Facilities

Overview

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About Instructional Computer Facilities

Instructional Computer Facilities offer UC Berkeley instructors as well as campus and local groups computer classrooms that can be scheduled for a semester or as needed for computer/software-based instruction and workshops.

The Instructional Computer Facilities are specialized teaching and learning spaces in support of computer-based coursework, training, workshop, or group collaboration. Depending upon availability, our Instructional Facilities can be reserved for short-term or semester-long use.

Why Use Instructional Computer Facilities?

These facilities are appropriate for:

  • A class that requires the use of specific software for lab or coursework
  • Departmental training programs
  • Campus-affiliated groups with a need for a computing and collaboration space

We also offer a Virtual Computing Lab (VCL) solution. A VCL allows faculty to provide students in a class with 24/7 remote access to software applications needed for coursework. Examples of software applications typically provided in this virtual mode include general-purpose statistical software packages such as Stata, SPSS, and R Studio. The VCL can also support more intensive software such as COMSOL and ArcGIS Pro. For more information about VCL, please view our information page.

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Who can reserve a computer facility?

UC Berkeley Academic courses
  • Must have a Course Control Number
  • DeCals included
UC Berkeley staff training
  • Attendees must be UC Berkeley Staff or Faculty
Departmentally sponsored events
Individuals and outside organization events
  • Considered on a case by case basis

How do you reserve a computer facility?

After reading the above policy that applies to your group, you must complete the following to schedule a reservation:

  1. Read our reservation Rates and Policies.
  2. Select your preferred computer facility location based on available days and times (see below).
  3. Make a reservation.
  4. Provide to us any specialized software that you have requested to use on media with installation instructions and proof of licensing at least three weeks before the first reservation.
  5. Test login, software, and settings one week before the first reservation.

Instructional Computer Facilities FAQs

Instructional Computer Facilities Accessibility

RTL Commons strives to provide accessible services and web-based tools. We partner with campus accessibility teams to review both internally developed and purchased solutions.

RTL Commons works closely with the Office of the Registrar and campus facilities management teams to ensure our Instructional Facilities meet technology accessibility standards.

Each facility maintains at least one workstation with adjustable tables.

An accessibility software package (NVDA, Natural Reader, MathPlayer, and AMIS) is installed on all machines. JAWS software is available upon request.

Computer Facility Locations

To make a reservation, please submit a request through our Computer Facility Reservation Form. Before requesting a computer facility, please read our Rates and Policy Information page.

Locations

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Service at a Glance

  
CategoryDetails
Service AvailabilityVaries by location
Services and Offerings

Varies by location, typically includes the following:

  • Windows computers
  • Instructor station with projected display
  • Access to printer(s)
  • Accessibility software package (NVDA, Natural Reader, MathPlayer, and AMIS) installed on all machines

JAWS station available upon request

EligibilityInstructors and Staff
RatesVaries
Service LevelEnhanced - We help you adapt the system or service to your needs. We are available for one-on-one consultations and workshops, or to coordinate the appropriate resources to help you accomplish your goals.
Service OwnerNatalie Montañez