Lab Policies

Staff members of the CEC Instructional Computing Laboratories ask that all students please abide by the policies set forth below.

EQUIPMENT USAGE

Students who need to use the lab machines for their coursework will be given preference over the students who would like to use the lab resources for non-course related activities.

EQUIPMENT HANDLING

  • Please do not touch the monitor screens.
  • Do not disconnect any of the lab's devices. You may attach and remove (safely) your USB storage devices
  • Do not turn the computers off, however you may reboot the machine using the Restart link on the desktop.
  • If something doesn't work properly, please report it to the GTA on duty or email vsehelp@gmu.edu with details about which machine has the problem and what issues you are experiencing.

PRINTER USAGE

Please be considerate towards others, do not submit large print jobs.

LAB ACCESS

Swipe card access is required for usage of the labs during after hours. Students who wish to use the labs after lab closing, MUST leave the lab and come back in with their own swipe card. Students who do not have a valid swipe card may not remain in the labs after regular hours AND must not be allowed to come in by others in the lab with valid access codes.

FOOD AND DRINK

You are not allowed to eat or drink in the labs.

SMOKING

Smoking is prohibited in all GMU instructional facilities.

GAMES AND MUSIC

Students are not allowed to play games in the lab. Those who like listening to music during work need to use headphones.