• Video Editing
    We have 7 computers equipped with Final Cut Studio and After Effects and all 16 machines have iMovie for video editing projects.
  • VHS/CD/DVD Ripping
    We have all the hardware and software necessary in order to acquire footage from CDs, DVDs, and VHS.
  • PC Workstations
    Although predominantly Mac-based, our lab has PC workstations too. If you need to install programs to use for a class, you may do so with permission from the Lab Manager/Assistants
  • Mac Workstations
    Large selection of iMac and Intel MacPro computers for heavy duty media editing/manipulating, desktop publishing, or just for general use.
  • Available Computers
    There is usually always an available computer workstation in the lab open for your use in a quiet workspace. Know you have something to work on in advance and want to make sure you have a place to do it? Check out the Help & Training page to reserve a workstation.
  • Media Storage
    Our computers are equipped to handle large files for future use.
  • Scanning
    Epson Photo scanner and HP scanjet with loose paper feed option to make group study, tutoring, SI, or putting PDFs on Blackboard easy.
  • Stay Posted
    Keep up-to-date with lab closings and staff schedules via the website.
  • Equipment Rental
    Forget your headphones? Need to transfer files? We have a wide variety of loanable equipment for lab usage for you to complete your multimedia tasks.
  • Class Presentations
    This facility is equipped with a large overhead projector with which media classes can be instructed upon request.
  • Oak Storage
    Learn how to utilize your student storage space to transfer files or create personal websites.
  • Helpful Lab Assistants
    Each lab assistant has specialized as well as general skill sets/knowledge on most programs in the lab. Feel free to ask for help with any technology related task or schedule a one-on-one tutorial to learn new programs.
  • Wacom Tablet
    One of our many loanable items, a rare gem on campus that people are not aware is available.
  • More File Storage
    Not certain if someone will delete your files? Check out a 40gig hard drive to store your files on for up to 2 weeks at a time.
  • Import Audio from Cassette
    Yes, we can do that too. Especially useful for people who use audio recording cassettes for interviews and need it transferred to a computer friendly format.
  • Photo Resources
    We also have a loanable digital camera for high resolution pictures and card readers that accept multiple card types.

    • Software

     

    Software by Category

    Audio/Video Editing & Creation
     After Effects CS5
    Audacity
    Compressor
    Final Cut Pro Studio
    GarageBand
    Handbrake
    iDVD
    iMovie
    iTunes
    Movie Maker 2
    Adobe Premeire Pro (Windows only)
    QuickTime Player 7/10
    DVD Studio Pro
    Soundtrack Pro

    Web Page Creation
    Adobe Photoshop
    Apple iWeb
    Dreamweaver CS3/CS4/CS5
    Flash CS3/CS4/CS5

    Internet Access
    Firefox
    Internet Explorer
    Mozilla Browser
    Safari Browser
    SSH
    Graphic Creation/Drawing
    Adobe Illustrator CS3/CS4/CS5
    Adobe Photoshop CS3/CS4/CS5

    Database/Spreadsheet
    Microsoft Access 2007
    Microsoft Excel 2008/2011
    Numbers

    		 Presentation
    Keynote
    NeoOffice (Open Office)
    iMovie 8
    PowerPoint2008/2011
    QuickTime Pro 7
    Photo Editing
    Adobe Illustrator CS3/CS4/CS5
    Adobe Photoshop CS3/CS4/CS5
         		Word Processing
     TextEdit
    Microsoft Word 2008/2011
    Pages
    NotePad
    		Other Miscellaneous Applications
     MatLab 7
    SPSS 15
    Page Layout (brochures/newsletters)
     Adobe Acrobat 8/9
    Adobe InDesign CS3/CS4/CS5
    Adobe Illustrator CS3/CS4/CS5
    Adobe Photoshop CS3/CS4/CS5
    Microsoft Word 2008/2010/2011
    Microsoft Publisher XP/2007
    Pages

    Operating Systems
     Mac OS Snow Leopard
    Windows 7

    		 Adobe Creative Suite 3/4/5

     

    Please note that not all software is installed on every computer in the lab.

    Request lab software

    "Why is the AAC lab a mix of Macs and Windows?" The reason for this is a belief in the strength of diversity. I have seen things work on a Mac that won't work on a Windows computer and vice-versa. Some tasks are easier to do in Microsoft Windows while other tasks are easier to do on an Apple Macintosh computer. If something affects one system, it may not be a problem for the other operating system. The lab does have a larger number of Macs because of the constant threat of security holes and viruses with Microsoft Windows to which Macintosh computers are immune. Despite some people's claims, there is no superior operating system, in fact, none of them are exactly "user-friendly" which is why our lab is here with its available help. :-) Some things Macs are better at, and some things Windows computers are better at. The key is knowing which tool to use for which job which is one of the things our skilled and patient lab assistants can assist you with.

    -D.Lee Beard Former AAC Computer Learning Lab Manager