Library Computer Labs

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    Each of our Madison Area Technical College Libraries includes a computer lab for student use. Get help with your computer or research questions from our helpful library staff.

    Phone:     (608) 243-4444   Toll Free: (866) 277-4445

    • Computer workstations have course-related software and Microsoft Office 2007 software. Check with your campus librarian to learn which programs are available at your campus library.
    • Office 2010 and Windows 7 is available on 5 laptops and these can be used in the Truax Library only. Students must complete a multimedia usage agreement form and have their student ID/photo ID in order to use any multimedia equipment or room. All library computer labs will be updated with Windows 7 and Office 2010 shortly.
    • To check availability of software and hardware throughout the college and locations of computer labs, call the Technology Services helpdesk at (608) 246-6666.
    • Wireless network access is available throughout the libraries and throughout the campus.

    The Truax Library includes the largest open computer lab on campus, with a variety of technologies available for student use during library open hours:computer lab photo

    • Approximately 88 PCs, 7 Macintoshs (7 MACs).
    • 3 laser printers.
    • 3 scanners for academic-related projects.
    • Students using laptops will find recent improvements in wireless access, seating options, additional electrical outlets, and workstations with network cables for use with your laptop.
    • Get help with your computer or research questions from our helpful library staff at the Student Computer Help Desk and Library Reference Desk. 
    • Checkout a variety of items to use in the library computer lab from the Library Circulation/Reserves desk including headphones, netbooks, usb drives, and camera card readers.

    • Multimedia/Group Study Rooms are available for student use. Reservations recommended.

    • A variety of multimedia equipment is available for use in the library Multimedia / Group Study rooms. Check at the Truax Library Circulation/Reserves desk.

    The Madison Area Technical College Libraries - Student Computer Help Desk is located in the Truax campus library, Rm. 230, along with the main campus computer lab. Student computer lab assistants are available to help you in person, by phone or by email with your technology and computer related questions during library open hours.

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    Last Modified: July 14, 2011