Ashland University Technology Enhanced Classroom Configurations
In an effort to better manage classroom technology, the ITS group within Information Technology is assigning Configurations to current and future classroom technology. This is being done to further develop the technology operating budget process, and also help define the expectations of technology to the faculty when it comes to the learning environment in which they teach. Every main campus classroom with technology will be evaluated on a 6 year life cycle and usability study of existing technology. Classroom PCs will be evaluated on a 4 year life cycle.
The different levels will be also used to assist in the scheduling of classes. IE: If an instructor requires a particular Configuration of technology, he or she will be able to request this when scheduling a classroom. There are a total of 5 levels. Most classrooms on campus will fall into Configuration 1, 2 and 3. Configuration 1 is no longer being used; however we have many rooms of this nature on the campus. Please bear in mind these Configurations are set to be minimums and individual classrooms may have additional hardware. Assigned budget dollars is/are approximate and covers equipment costs and necessary programming only. It does not cover infrastructure upgrades, electric, building construction, asbestos abatement, or furniture.
This in NO WAY assumes ownership or is intended to change any policies that currently govern the way scheduling of the classrooms is managed for academic purposes. It is simply being put in place to assist in the management, budgeting and support of classroom technology at Ashland University.
Configuration 0
- Whiteboard / Chalkboard
- Overheads Projectors
- Manual Pull Down Screen
- Seating for 1 to 25
(Little to no classroom technology)
Approximate Cost $1500.00
Configuration 1
Everything in Configuration 0 plus:
- VHS/DVD player or Combo unit.
- 2500+ Lumen Ceiling Mounted Projector
- Document Camera
- PC or Laptop or VGA Input
- Video or RCA Composite Video Connection
- Pull Down or Powered Screen
- Small Amplifier and Speaker System
- Dedicated A/C 15amp power for Projector and Instructor Podium/Desk
- Seating for 1-25
This Configuration of technology includes integrated no room control and relies on the faculty member and students to use multiple remotes to control the room. (There will be networking technology for at least the podium PC, and Laptop,) This room design is being phased out and no new rooms will be built using this model.
Approximate Technology Cost: $6,700.00
Configuration 2
Everything in Configuration 1 plus:
- A Basic Extron Control System (Push Button)
- VGA Document Camera
- VHS/DVD player or Combo unit.
- Upgraded 3200+ Lumen Ceiling Mounted Projector capable of Rs-232 control (small)
- Podium or Desk rack mounted PC with a 17inch flat panel display.
- Laptop or VGA Input
- Video or RCA Composite Video Connection
- Pull Down or Powered Screen
- Tiered (Staged) Lighting around the front projection screen
- Small 20 watt amplifier and JBL speaker system
- Mini stereo plug for iPods and MP3 players
- Dedicated A/C 15amp power for Projector and Instructor Podium/Desk
- Security Cam for hardware.
- Seating for 1-25
(There will be networking technology for at least the podium PC, Laptop, security, and control system.)
Approximate Technology Cost: $9,200.00
Configuration 3
Everything in Configuration 2 plus:
- VGA Document Camera
- Powered Projection Screen.
- Smart board Front Projection, Rear Projection, Stand Alone System or Sympodium.
- Upgraded to a professionally programmed Creston touch screen control system.
- Upgraded 4500+ Lumen Projector with power zoom.
- Standard Wireless LAN for Student Laptops
- Seating for 10 to 60 students
Approximate Base Technology Cost: $25,000.00
Configuration 4 (Student Computer Lab)
This Student Computer Lab Configuration has work stations only and does not have instructional facilities for faculty or a professor.
- DELL PC (Optiplex 745 SFF)
- Software: XP Operating System, Microsoft Office, SPSS, Trend Anti-Virus
- Cable Lock for each PC
- Networked Laser-jet printer
- Average size of this lab is between 4 to 20 seats
This cost does not include any specific software that a particular department may require to be installed on every PC. Also, does not include additional networking infrastructure.
Approximate Base Technology Cost: $2,000.00 per station
Configuration 5 (Instructional Computer Lab)
Everything in Configuration 2 plus:
- DELL PC (Optiplex 745 SFF)
- Software: XP Operating System, Microsoft Office, SPSS, Trend Anti-Virus
- Cable Lock for each PC
- Networked Laser-jet printer
- Average size of 24 seats in the room plus the instructor station.
This cost does not include any specific software that a particular department may require to be installed on every PC. Also, does not include additional networking infrastructure.
Approximate Base Technology Cost: $48,000.00
Configuration 6 (Distance Learning Classroom)
Everything in Configuration 3 plus:
- Tandberg Video over IP codec capable of up to 3 far site connections at once.
- One Microphone for every 2 students
- Data and Composite front screen projection screen.
- Composite Rear Screen Projection System
- 1 Student Camera
- 1 Instructor Camera
- Seating for maximum of 40 students
Approximate Technology Cost: $75,000.00
Configuration 7 (Prisons)
- Workstations: DELL PC
- Software: XP Operating System, Microsoft Office
The prisons technology is very limited and the PCs are locked down. There is no internet access.
Approximate Technology Cost: $2,000.00 per station
Configuration 8
This configuration is set aside for technology and hardware that is specific to a particular department. IE: School of Music Labs, Chemistry, Health/Sports Medicine Classes Etc.
Approximate Technology Cost: TBA