Academic Resources

CCLI (Center for Computer-Intensive Language Instruction)

Location: Walker 113

Telephone: 487-2482, 487-3225 (director's office)

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am-10:00 pm; Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm; Saturday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am-10:00 pm.

Website: www.hu.mtu.edu/ccli/.

The CCLI provides Macintosh and Windows computers for the use of students who are majoring in humanities or who are in computer-intensive humanities courses. The lab features software for image processing, web development, and multimedia authoring. Consultants help you solve problems.

Learning Centers

Studies have shown that students who use the learning centers at Michigan Tech get better grades. Some of the best Michigan Tech students may encounter problems academically because they've never had to study before. While high school may have been very easy for them, they may feel challenged in the new academic environment at Michigan Tech. To help, learning centers are available for a variety of subjects.

The centers are staffed by upper-division students who have mastered the material but still remember what it's like to be completely baffled. They offer coaching on subjects ranging from differential equations and organic chemistry to writing an essay, and they can also give you tips on learning and taking tests.

Most centers offer weekly appointments for long-term improvement, walk-in hours for short-term help with an immediate problem, and team learning with your peers. For more information, check out the websites for each learning center.

If you feel as if you're falling behind in class, or if you'd like to boost your grade, don't hesitate to visit a learning center.

Biological Sciences Learning Center

Location: Dow Environmental Sciences and Engineering 744

Telephone: 487-2025

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11:00 am-5:00 pm Friday, 11:00 am-1:00 pm; evening hours as posted Hours may change each semester. Check the biology website.

Website: www.bio.mtu.edu

The Biological Sciences Learning Center is a place where students can meet in groups and use a number of study aids.

Chemistry Learning Center

Location: Chemical Sciences and Engineering 208

Telephone: 487-2297

Hours: Sunday-Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 pm; (closed Sunday nights, spring semester); Monday-Thursday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Website: http://www.chemistry.mtu.edu/pages/clc/index.php

This is your resource center for first-year chemistry and organic chemistry lecture courses. We are staffed by friendly undergraduate chemistry coaches who have experience with the classes and are happy to help you. Drop in any time, but the most effective way to learn material, stay on track, and improve your grade is by signing up for a regular weekly appointment or team-learning sessions. Stop by the CLC during the first week of class to sign up for a time. Also, supplemental instruction is available for most courses. See the website for further information.

Computer Science Learning Center

Location: Rekhi Computer Science Hall 114

Telephone: 487-2209

Hours: Sunday, 7:00-10:00 pm; Monday-Thursday, 2:00-5:00 pm, 7:00-10:00 pm; Friday, 2:00-5:00 pm; closed Saturday

Website: www.cs.mtu.edu.

The Computer Science Learning Center is staffed by students who want to help you succeed in your computer science studies. For details on how to get the most out of the center, go to its website.

Electrical and Computer Engineering Learning Center

Location: Electrical Energy Resources Center 123

Telephone: 487-2550

Hours: Sunday, 6:00-8:00 pm; Monday-Thursday, 1:00-4:00 pm and 6:00-8:00 pm

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Learning Center provides coaching and support for undergraduates in all core electrical and computer engineering classes and EE3010.

Engineering Learning Center

Location: ME-EM 203

Telephone: 487-3698

Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
          Monday-Thursday, 7:00-9:00 pm

Website: www.me.mtu.edu/~englc.

The Engineering Learning Center (ELC) helps students who are taking MEEM2110, MEEM2120, MEEM2700, MEEM2150, and MEEM2200. You can drop by to talk with student coaches during regular hours. Coaches are also available for one-on-one appointments and group-learning sessions. The ELC has six computer workstations with software to review engineering concepts and perform dynamic modeling, including Matlab.

Mathematics Learning Center

Location: Fisher 128

Telephone: 487-2184

Hours: Appointments: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Walk-ins: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am-3:00 pm; Sunday-Thursday, 7:00-9:00 pm

Website: www.math.mtu.edu/learningcenter.

The Mathematics Learning Center guides students taking courses in the Department of Mathematical Sciences.

Visit the website for the hours of operation and a current list of the courses covered.

The center also assists students in engineering, science, and business courses who have math-related questions.

Physics Learning Center

Location: Fisher 228

Telephone: 487-2086 (office) or 487-2173 (learning center)

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3:00-9:00 pm; Sunday, 7:00-9:00 pm; Friday, 2:00-4:00 pm
Check at the center or on the Web for current hours.

Website: www.phy.mtu.edu/phylcenter/phylcenter.html.

The Physics Learning Center provides peer coaching for PH1110, PH1210, PH2100, PH2200, PH2300, and PH2400. Problem-solving and study skills are emphasized. You can drop by during regular hours or sign up for weekly appointments (PH0010) or team-learning groups (PH0020).

Writing Center

Location: Walker 107

Telephone: 487-2007

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Walk-in Hours:  Walk-in hours Monday-Friday, 11:00 am-3:00 pm

Website: www.hu.mtu.edu/wc/.

Weekly appointments or walk-in hours are available for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff. Students in Perspectives (UN 1001) or Revisions (UN 2001) can work with a writing coach on a weekly basis. Coach-led study teams are available for World Cultures (UN 1002).

Any aspect of academic writing, reading, or presentation can be addressed. Sessions can focus on drafting an essay; reading complex course material; understanding course expectations and assignments; developing revision, editing, and proofreading skills; learning a citation system; using evidence effectively; planning, conducting, and writing a research report; writing group reports, resumes, and cover letters; improving study strategies; practicing English as a second language; and managing learning differences/disabilities.

Van Pelt/Opie Library

Telephone: 487-2508

Website: www.lib.mtu.edu/.

Library Hours:

Please refer to the library's website for exceptions to standard operating hours.

Reference Desk Hours

Monday-Wednesday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm, and 6:00-10:00 pm
Thursday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday, 1:00-5:00 pm
Sunday, 3:00-5:00 pm, 6:00-8:00 pm

Opie Library

Open 24/7 except for holidays

When the main library entrance is closed, enter through the east door on the first floor, or from Rekhi Hall via the bridge. A valid Michigan Tech ID card is required for entry.

Modern Language Lab

Location: Walker 114

Telephone: 487-3036 (if no answer, call 487-2540)

Website: www.hu.mtu.edu/hu_dept/facilities/langlab.html

Students in Michigan Tech's modern language classes-French, German, and Spanish-can use the lab's audio and video facilities to improve their language skills. Other students may use the lab with permission. The lab has computers that run software in several languages, VCRs, tapes of foreign films, books, magazines, and dictionaries. Some materials are available for students learning English as a second language. See your instructor for more information.