Academic Success

The Academic Success Lab is located on the third floor of the Learning Resources Center in Room L-248. Here advisors assist students enrolled in the developmental reading and writing classes with their assigned work as well as with any extra practice needed. However, the use of the Lab is extended to all College of the Mainland students, and Lab personnel are eager to assist all users.

Fall and Spring Semester

Time Day of the Week
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday
8 a.m. - 9:35 p.m. Tuesday
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesday
8 a.m. - 9:35 p.m. Thursday
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday

Operating hours are subject to change.

Tutoring Hours of Operation

Day Hours
Monday 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1:30 - 6 p.m.
Tuesday 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1:30 - 6 p.m.
Wednesday 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1:30 - 6 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
4:30 - 8 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Tutoring during other hours is available upon request.

Academic Success Tutor Request Form (PDF)


Practice Tests and Helpful Links

Accuplacer Reading Practice Tests

More Links


Location

Learning Resources Center, Room 248

Hardware

The lab is equipped with 42 PCs with Windows XP, a standard 3 1/2 Floppy drive, a zip drive, a CD drive and multiple USB ports. A laser printer is available; however, to conserve resources, printing is limited.

Software

  • Windows XP
  • Microsoft Office 2007

Specialized software offered for developmental students:

  • Plato
  • Writing First
  • Developing Writing Skills
  • Learning Styles
  • Right Brain vs. Left Brain Creativity Test
  • Reality Check
  • Skills Bank

Internet Access

Internet Access is available on all computers for the students' various Internet needs, including completing class assignments, researching and accessing WebCT.