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Each library classroom computer has a standard configuration that includes the latest version of the Firefox web browser, Microsoft Office suite and Acrobat Reader.
Each classroom has a video projector and sound system with microphone to aid instruction. The number of stations is noted in the descriptions for each classroom, though extra chairs are available for larger classes. We recommend classes with more than 22 students be scheduled in the Newman classroom.
Each instructor's station has a printed set of network configuration options for laptop users. Use the ethernet cable from the existing instructor's computer.
Classroom computers are configured to print to the Library's Photocopy Office where printouts are 10¢ per page. There are no printers located in the classrooms. This configuration cannot be changed.
| Torgersen Classroom | Newman Classroom | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | 3310 Torgersen Near the Torgersen Bridge | 207A Newman Library near the Reference collection |
| Operating System | Windows XP | Windows XP |
| Number of student computers | 22 PCs | 24 PCs |
| Maximum occupancy | 24 | 50 |
| Standard installed software | Internet Explorer 8.x Firefox 3.x Microsoft Office 2007 Word Excel PowerPoint Access PhotoEditor Acrobat Reader 9.x EndNote X3 SciFinder Scholar (Chem Abstracts) | Internet Explorer 8.x Firefox 3.x Microsoft Office 2007 Word Excel PowerPoint Access PhotoEditor Acrobat Reader 9.x Inspiration 6 EndNote X3 SciFinder Scholar (Chem Abstracts) |
| Additional installed hardware | DVD/VCR with campus cable Elmo projector | DVD/VCR with campus cable Region-free DVD player Elmo projector |
Sun: 9:00am - 10:00pm
Mon-Thu, 7:30am - 10:00pm
Fri: 7:30am - 8:00pm
Sat: 9:00am - 8:00pm
Our primary tour option for individuals is a self-guided, audio tour option with a graded quiz that can be used to show attendance for classes that require participation or give extra credit.
The tour consists of 16 different information stops/points, accessible by using a device to scan a QR code. Once scanned using the camera in your mobile device and its built-in reader or a separate app, your device will play an audio track (with some photos/videos) explaining the different services that are offered in Newman Library and how our collections are organized. The audio track at each stop will direct you to the next stop, where you will scan the next QR code.
To take the tour you will either need to use a smartphone or tablet, have access to Virginia Tech’s wireless network (we recommend wireless over a cellular data network since several sections of the library get little to no cellular signal), and have headphones or earbuds to hear the narration. If you do not have a suitable device, then you can check out an iPad at the Circulation Desk. The Circulation staff will show you how to take the tour.
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