Adaptive Computer Resources
Overview
Cal Poly provides a wide variety of computer resources for students in mainstream computer labs across campus. Equipment is also available for eligible students who are not able to utilize mainstream computing resources.
Students may use adaptive computer equipment in Room 229 of Building 124 (the Disability Resource Center) during normal business hours, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. In addition, as a collaborative effort with the Cal Poly Kennedy Library, DRC offers access to an Adaptive Technology Center located in Room 216 H and J of the Kennedy Library.
Students who are interested in using this equipment should:
- Verify their disability with the DRC office.
- Meet with a DRC Access Specialist, who will then authorize use of the Adaptive Technology Center.
- Make an appointment for a training orientation. To schedule an appointment, call 756-1471.
Adaptive Technology Center
The Adaptive Technology Center in the library is available for authorized students' use during regular library hours. Students who wish to use the lab during a time when the technician is not there must present their student I.D. at the library front desk in exchange for the key to the lab. The student I.D. will be returned to students upon return of the lab key.
Equipment is available for use on a first-come, first-serve basis during the hours when the lab is not in use by students receiving scheduled instruction. The lab equipment may be reserved by approved students for up to two hours.
Eating, drinking and smoking are not allowed in the Adaptive Technology Center!
The following equipment is available for use by eligible students:
- Voice activated computer system (Dragon Dictate)
- Screenreading program (Jaws)
- Screen enlarging program (Zoom Text)
- Closed circuit T.V. (print enlarger)
Additional Information
For more information on accessible hardware and software, please see:
