University ID
Always carry your validated University ID card when using the computer labs. You may be asked to show your ID at any time; failure to present proper validated identification is grounds for removal from the computer labs.
Viewing sexually-explicit materials
Viewing sexually-explicit graphics or pictures in a public laboratory is considered a sexual harassment issue and is prohibited under UTPA Handbook of Operating procedures 3.4.C.b.4. Do not use lab computers to display such graphics, and do not print them on laboratory printers. Violators of this rule may be subject to disciplinary action including revocation of all computer lab privileges. If viewing of such images is necessary as part of your school work, contact a supervisor and provisions will be made to accommodate you.
Lab attendant role and scope
Computer lab attendants cannot assist students with homework assignments. Attendants are allowed to assist with normal computer and printer usage problems. Since some homework assignments may consist of performing basic computer tasks, questions occasionally arise about whether a lab attendant ought to give assistance in a particular instance. Please refer such disputes to the Lab Supervisor on duty. Lab Assistants will not make keyboard entries for student users, or perform tasks and homework assigned by instructors, including, but not limited interpretation of homework.
Copyright considerations
Anything that is part of the computing experience; software, pictures, text, sound files may be protected by copyright law. Please ensure that your account usage complies with all applicable laws. Violators of this rule will be subject to disciplinary action including revocation of computer lab privileges, as well as applicable civil and criminal penalties under U.S. Copyright Law.
Lab Software
Only authorized lab personnel may make Software installation, setups, modifications, or deletions on hard drive systems. If you believe changes are needed, contact a lab assistant or other lab staff.
Courtesy
Users are expected to behave in a manner commensurate with a university study environment. Radios, cassette tape players, computer game programs, distractig talking, distracting talking on a cell-phone and large gatherings will not be tolerated.
Shirt and Shoes
Visitors are required to wear a shirt and shoes at all times while in the building.
Game playing
Game playing is not allowed in the ACL labs.
Locking console not allowed
Under no circumstances will a user be allowed to lock a machine and leave the room. If this occurs, the lab assistant will kill the lock job, and the user may be subject to disciplinary action including curtailment or revocation of lab privileges. Password sharing is not allowed at any time. Your account is issued for your individual use only. Password sharing is in direct violation of laboratory and university guidelines and will result in revocation of lab privileges.
Failure to Comply
If anyone refuses to comply with the established policies, that person will be asked to leave the building. If the individual refuses to leave the building, the police will be called and that person will be escorted out of the building.
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