Student IT @ Frank Tate Learning Centre
The view of the
Atoll - collaborative space
view mapThe second stage of the Eastern Precinct project was open to all students on Monday, 8th September 2008.
The Eastern Precinct Project involves a major redevelopment of the existing ERC library as well as the creation of a series of new informal learning and social facilities in adjoining areas. It has been undertaken to provide improved research and learning environments for all students as part of the introduction of the Melbourne Model.
The first stage of the project, the ground-floor of the ERC library, opened recently and has already proved a success based on the large number of students using it regularly.
The second stage of the project, the Frank Tate Learning Centre, involves a series of exciting informal spaces and IT zones for individual and collaborative learning in the Frank Tate Building which lies alongside the ERC library. The design team has created a suite of unique spaces which promise to surprise students in many ways. Work continues on further stages of the project to refurbish other levels of the ERC library and develop the new Science Student Centre and these will be opened as they are completed.
The project has been a major initiative undertaken by the Office of the Provost (through Peter Jamieson), Information Services and Property and Campus Services.
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| IT Contact |
student-it@unimelb.edu.au |
| Who can access |
All students and staff |
| Times |
Please refer to the times posted here: www.studentit.unimelb.edu.au
Access to the space is via CARD, 24 hours from Monday 2nd November until Friday 27th November. |
| Location |
Frank Tate building |
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What the different spaces are...
 IT Pit Stop
 This space focuses on fast access computers (access to Portal; LMS; Email and printing) along with collaborative spaces with tables and bench style seating where students can use their laptops and have access to power. The time limit on the computers are 15 minutes and 30 minutes, auto-logout.
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40 PCs in this space |
| Hardware |
USB Ports, FireWire, DVD Writer, B+W Laser printers |
| Software |
Windows XP,
Microsoft Office Suite,
OpenOffice Suite,
EndNote,
Adobe Web Standard Suite,
Mozilla Firefox, SPSS, SAS,
CD/DVD Burning ROM,
QuickTime Player,
DVD player, more... |
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Atoll
  This space is fitted with comfortable fixed and loose soft furnishings. It has collaborative spaces with benches and tables with access to power for laptop use. All spaces in the Frank Tate have wireless access.
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Project Space
One room within the Frank Tate building has been equipped with a computer, large table, ergonomic chairs and a big LCD screen to facilitate group or collaborative learning.
Computer setup
The computer in the Project Space has the standard setup.
Group Bookings: Terms and Conditions
Groups of students of the University may book this room by enquiring at the Helpdesk at ERC level 1. University ID must be produced in order to make a booking.
Students are currently restricted to two hours use of the room per day and two bookings per week, to ensure equitable access. Students who are found breaching these terms will have their booking rights suspended.
Housekeeping
Please ensure that the Project Space is kepy neat and tidy. It is the responsibility of the person making the booking to remove any rubbish, shutdown the computer and the LCD screen when finished. Excessive mess will result in offenders being banned from using the room. |
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More rooms on the ground floor...
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Reading Room
The “reading room” supports an environment that is based on private reading and private study. This is a tranquil and inviting area where students can concentrate on a more focused learning activity or just simply relax in the comfortable surroundings. |
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Collaborative Space
The Collaborative Workspace allows larger group learning/ working environments. This area includes large format work spaces of various configurations. |
