Equipment Requests

All requests for classroom media equipment should be made through Media Services. Requests may be made either in writing, using forms available in your department office or the IRC, or call Media Services on extension 2527.

Requests should reach Media Services as far in advance as possible, but no later than by 2:30 p.m. of the day before. Last minute requests will be considered on an "as is available" basis. Weekend requests should be filed by 2:30 p.m. Friday.

All media equipment for classroom use will be delivered and picked up at the times indicated on the request. The Media Services staff can provide training in the use of any of the media equipment delivered to classrooms. Faculty can make appointments for training by telephone or in person to the Media Services. Media staff cannot provide detailed instruction in equipment use at the time of a delivery, due to the need to make other deliveries.

Equipment and facilities available include the following:

Audio Cassette Player or Recorder
CD/Audio Cassette Player
Public Address + Microphones
VHS Video Player + Monitor
DVD/VCR Combo Player + Monitor
Slide Projector
Overhead Projector
NOMAD Presentation System
Interactive Whiteboard
Computer/Projector Cart
Video/Data Projector
Digital Still Camera
Video Camera
In-Class Video Taping
Media Production Studio
Interactive Television Room

The Media Services staff are available to assist you with any questions, or concerns you may have. If media equipment is not operating properly or to report a fault, please call the Media Help Line on extension 3224 and the Media Services staff will remedy the problem as soon as possible.

Classroom Technology and Internet Access

Many classrooms are Enhanced with ceiling mounted projectors and PC’s connected to the internet. If your room does not have built in facilities then you can book a NOMAD, Computer Cart or Laptop from Media Services for each session that you need it. You also need to tell us if you would like it connected to the network. N.B. You are not allowed to connect your own laptop to the network.