High Tech Center (HTC)
The HTC is a specialized computer lab which is specifically for students registered through Golden West College ACE (DSP&S). The center is located across from the ACE (DSP&S) office in Library 130. Use of the HTC can maximize opportunity for success and independence.
Adaptive Hardware available in the HTC:
- Adaptive keyboards and mouse
- 22" Monitors
- My Reader CCTV
Software Programs that are available in the High Tech Center for students to use when completing assignments:
- Microsoft Windows XP
- Adobe Acrobat 8 Pro
- GDP 1 - 120 (Computer Business Applications typing program)
- Internet Explorer Web Browser 7
- Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Front Page)
- Skills Bank
- ZoomText 9.11
- Kurzweil 1000 10.03 (Scan/Read software for blind students)
- 10.03 Kurzweil 3000 10.03 (Scan/Read software for learning disabled students)
- Dragon Naturally Speaking 9.0
- Jaws 8.0 (Screen reader for blind students)
- Scientific Notebook 5.5
The High Tech Center also has one Macintosh computer available for student use. The following software applications are available on these computers:
- Internet Explorer
- Acrobat 6.0.2 Professional
- Adobe Photoshop CS3
- Adobe Illustrator CS3
- InDesign CS3
- Flash CS3
- Dreamweaver CS3
- Fireworks CS3
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Contribute
- OS X
HTC Policies and Procedures
The following requirements must be met before student can use the HTC:
- Be a registered student at Golden West College
- Register in the correct ticket number for the Learning 927 class and pay the $8.00.
- Read and sign the HTC student Contract and the Coast Community College District Guidelines regarding Student Computer Usage.
Hours of Operation*:
- Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
*Hours of operation are subject to change. For more information, contact the HTC at 714-895-8322 or the ACE office at 714-895-8721.