Library Services and Policies

ELAC Library Computer Use Policy

1. You must be a currently enrolled ELAC student with an ACE account to use the computer workstations.
2. No personal software can be installed.
3. Preference will be given to students who use the computers for course assignments; students engaging in non-academic activities may be asked to give up their seat when students are waiting to use computers for academic assignments.
4. Viewing offensive or pornographic materials is prohibited.
5. Anyone found violating these policies will be asked to leave, and repeat violators may lose their privilege to use library computers. Students who damage equipment may face disciplinary, civil, or criminal action.
6. If you have any questions or concerns, or need to report a violation, please talk to a librarian at the Research Help Desk or to staff at the Circulation Desk.

LACC District Computer Use Policies

• To view the "Use of District and College Computing Facilities" policy, go to https://www.laccd.edu/About/Documents/AdministrativeRegulations/B-27-Append-IT-Policies-Procedures.pdf​

​Saving Documents

• Save your work frequently to prevent losing data in the event of a power outage or computer malfunction
• Do not save documents on the computer hard drive. Files are wiped out after computer restarts
• Save your work on a USB flash drive or student network drive "S" (For student computer only)

Wi-Fi Access

• The East Los Angeles College and the library provide wireless access to students, faculty, and staff. This service provides wireless data network access for mobile computing devices such as laptops and smartphones 
• For wireless setup assistance, speak to an IT personnel available in the library

EZproxy ACE Login Information (for Computers and Wi-Fi)

• Username = Student ID Number
• Password = ElacMMDD
• For questions regarding your ACE, check http://www.elac.edu/Admin-Services/Information-Technology-Department/Academic-Computing-Environment

Community Computer (QTY: 1)

TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE

• The library has one standup computer available for community users (non-students) for a maximum of 15 minutes per session
• For registration and enrollment purposes or college related activities 
• Sign up at the circulation desk with a driver's license or a government issued ID (required) 
• No personal software can be installed
• Viewing offensive or pornographic materials is prohibited 
• Anyone found violating these policies will be asked to leave, and repeat violators may lose their privilege to use library computers. Students who damage equipment may face disciplinary, civil, or criminal action
• If you have any questions or concerns, or need to report a violation, please talk to a librarian at the Research Help Desk or to staff at the Circulation Desk

Chromebooks

• Chromebooks can be checked out by ELAC students with a valid ELAC student ID card
• Chromebooks are available at the Circulation Desk
• Prior to borrowing the device, a Chromebook Borrower Agreement must be completed and signed.  Students may request a copy of the signed agreement
• CHROMEBOOK LENDING BEGAN ON APRIL 8, 2019

Printing

• Make sure you have enough funds in your student GoPrint account prior to printing
• To add funds to you student account, use the GoPrint add value machines available in the library
• To print, send documents to the GoPrint release stations (located inside the Print Center. or next to the Express Stations)
• Login to the GoPrint release station to release/print your documents
• Charge for printing from the lab computers: 5 cents (black and white), 25 cents (color)
• Charge for printing from the community computers: 10 cents (black and white only)

Wireless Printing 

• To print documents from a laptop, go to: https://www.printeron.net/east-la/college  
• To print from a smartphone, please download Printeron app at https://www.printeron.com/index.php
  • Charge for printing: 5 cents (black and white), 25 cents (color)

Copying (Copiers)

• Copiers are available on both the first and second floor of the library
• For help using the copy machines, please ask for help at the Circulation or Tech Help desks
• Copying cost:  Check at the circulation desk

Computer Lab Hardware and Software

Express Workstations (1st and 2nd floor)

• There are 16 express workstations available for use
• The computers are restricted to quick use purposes  

Open Lab Workstations (QTY: 119 Windows, 16 MACs)

• There are 119 Windows and 16 MAC workstations available for use, and one (1) community computer for non-students

South Gate Library Open Lab Workstations

• There are 20 Windows workstations available for use, and one (1) community computer for non-students

Software Installed on Library Computers

• Microsoft Office
  • MS Word 
  • MS Excel
  • MS PowerPoint
  • MS Outlook
  • MS Access
• Internet Explorer
• Firefox
• Chrome
• Adobe Reader
• GoPrint Account Management

ADA Workstations (QTY: 2)

• One dedicated Windows computer and a MAC computer is available for use by students with disabilities
• A document enhancer (Alladin) is also available for use 
• A dedicated ADA GoPrint printer (B/W) is available for printing

Audio/Headphones

• All library computers are set on mute
• You may use personal headphones at a low volume (so as not to disturb others) if needed

Document Scanner (QTY: Two (2) at main campus and one (1) South Gate.)

• Two document scanners are available for faculty, staff, and students
• There is a 30 minutes time limit on the use of the scanner, unless there is no other patron waiting in line
• Library patrons can easily scan newspapers, magazines, documents or books directly without cutting or damaging them

Flatbed Document Scanners (QTY: 3) and DVD Players

• Three flatbed document scanners and DVD players are available for use in the community computer area 
• Sign up at the circulation desk to use this hardware
• Priority would go to the library user needing to use the scanner

Multi-Device Charging Stations (QTY: 2) 

• There are two charging stations available located by the entrance of the library
• Library patrons can now charge their portable devices anytime during our hours of operation

Multi-Device Charging Locker (QTY: 1)

CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

ELAC library’s multi-device charging locker provides safe and secure charging for laptops, tablets and phones while studying in the library.

There are 10 charging bays available for use. 

1. Connection types:  8 lightning, 8 micro-USB, 4 type C
2. One power outlet in each bay

Policy:

1. There is no cost to use the library’s multi-device charging locker.
2. Overnight charging is not permitted.  Any equipment left overnight will be turned in to the campus Sheriff’s department.
2. Patrons unable to retrieve their devices due to forgetting their locker bay number or passcode, may seek assistance from library staff.
3. During library open hours, there is no time limit to use the charging locker.
4. Please be sure to silence your device.  Devices emitting loud sound/noise from the charging bay will be removed and turned in to the Sheriff’s department.
5. The library is not responsible for lost or stolen devices or equipment.  “Your device, your responsibility.”

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Classrooms

Library Room 101

• There are 39 student computers available for use.
• Reserved for instructional use.

Library Room 103

• There are 49 student computers available for use.
• Reserved for instructional use.