DAB Computer Laboratory
About the project
This project relocated the Computer Laboratories from Building 6, Level 6 and merged them with existing computing facilities on Level 3, Building 6. This consolidation has led to a complete overhaul of the area, with approximately 210 new computers.
The space provides six general teaching computer labs, including a postgraduate lab, a quiet study area, and study breakout areas for students to continue working after the completion of lectures and tutorials.
Key features
- The project promotes the Master Plan’s vision of a “Sticky Campus” where staff and students can share resources, and collaborate in an open-plan space
- Temporary labs located on Level 4 at the beginning of Semester 1, 2010 ensured the Level 3 area was available for construction
- Wireless access in the open-learning space/breakout areas to encourage students to continue class work on their laptops
- Accessible areas and height-adjustable desks to cater for those with special needs, particularly those in wheelchairs
- New furnishings, freshly painted walls, new carpet, and extensive technical infrastructure
- The Digital Imaging Centre was reinstated in the facility
- Extensive use of glass walls enables transparency throughout the space. A graphic film “glazing” provides visual separation between areas
Project Data
- Project type
- Teaching and Learning Space
- Location
- City Campus Building 6, Level 3 (CB06.03)
- Timeframes
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- Construction Start: 22 March 2010
- Practical completion: 4 June 2010
- Project team
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- UTS Project Manager: Projects Branch, Facilities Management Unit
- Head Consultant: Gardner Wetherill Associates
- Head Contractor: ISIS Group Australia
- Graphics: Designed by BrandCulture under the Head Consultant. Manufactured and installed by Coleman Group
- UTS Team: Dr Louise McWhinnie from the Faculty of DAB, Professor Desley Luscombe, Information Technology Division, Audio Visual Services and Security Services
More Information
Contact the project manager Mark Podolec, Ext. 2824 email: Mark.Podolec@uts.edu.au
