Language Lab Meeting

Akers-Martin, Amelia

Burrell, Jim

Chan, Marsha

Delongchamp, Jim

Hacker, Jody

McKay, Dianne

Pabich, Phil

Rivas, Monica

Agenda

Jennifer will correct the spelling of Cindy Schelcher's last name on the October 17th minutes. And redistribute.

Monica distributed FOLA timeline and cost estimates.
Department met several times throughout month as well as representatives from various companies and IT.
Total estimated cost for Foreign Language Lab Phase I is approximately $25,176 which does not include network addition of 4 computers. This phase can be implemented immediately.

Added a DVD Recorder to transfer VHS to DVD format.

Added 10 headsets for TVs and computers.

Recommended a laser printer rather than an ink jet printer.

Recommended two smaller whiteboard rather than the larger board.

Total estimated cost for Foreign Language Lab Phase III is approximately $4,190.
Total estimated cost for Foreign Language Lab without network addition of 4 computers is $38,228.
Monica will research ADA compliancy with furniture and software.
Suggested floorplans of the proposed set was distributed for review.
Discussion ensued about charging lab fees.
Monica and the Foreign Language Department was commended for their great work.
Phil stated that this plan does accomplish what IIS needs.
Implementing this plan in two phases will accommodate the ESL classes scheduled in this room during Spring 2003.

Marsha distributed a memo from Randy Wu regarding networking the lab. The estimated cost is $5,774 for additional network switches.
Randy stated electricity is not an issue. Jim B. will confirm this with Randy Wu.
Dianne asked if the software could run on high-end Mac computers. The software is highly specialized and there may be compatibility problems if PCs are not used.
With the possible conversion of this lab to PC format, the College would not have a Mac lab. There is an open Mac lab in the Tech Center but there are several concrete reasons why this is not feasible.
Marsha will research using a MAC G4 further.
There is question about the Computer Applications department having access to teach their classes in this room. ESL may need to allow CA sections to be taught in this room if the proposal is accepted. The additional estimated cost of $30G for computers may be worth it to maintain a Mac lab.
There may need to be discussions about improving the Mac lab in the Tech Center if PCs are required with the software.
Discussion ensued about FTE and staffing.
ESL Department wrote a letter for Financial Support for the Language Lab
Total estimated cost for ESL Lab is $171,663.

This plan is becoming more controversial on campus and it is important to understand this change will open up about 4 classrooms in the coveted 7-10pm timeslot.
To prevent backlashes, we will take proposals to DCC and Facilities/Safety for discussion and recommendation. Possibly go to IAT and/or GAP.

What will the ongoing cost for supplies be? Will the department budget be able to handle these costs?
ESL will complete room layout and get an answer to PC/MAC question.
Dianne will agendize proposals on 11/18 DCC meeting. Will go to Facilities/Safety on 11/14 for discussion and recommendation. Possibly go to IAT and/or GAP.

Meeting notes submitted by Jennifer Ludwick