Project: Student Multimedia Laboratory
Sponsor: Bill Koseluk (Instructional Computing)
Summary
A Student Multimedia Production Lab (SMPL) is needed. This request includes
building 3 dedicated digital video post-production workstations based upon
the Faculty Development Center prototype, upgrading the existing AT Lab
in Kerr Hall (10 machines), and purchasing field production equipment.
How This Project Supports the Academic Mission of UCSB
One cannot overstate the importance of a modern computing environment
for students. Campuses are widely judged by the extent and efficiency of
its computing facilities. Computing has long been known to be an indispensable
adjunct of education. As UCSB aspires to the highest levels, there can
be no question as to the importance of a vibrant technology presence on
campus. Multimedia is an interdisciplinary activity with notable practical
applications in many departments campuswide.
Funding Source and How This Project Relates to It
There is no funding for these requests at this time. Multimedia
facilities will continue on campus with or without new funding, yet present
supply does not meet present demand, and new demand can certainly not be
accommodated.
Costs: Initial Year and Recurring
One-time expense: $120K, Annual recurring expense: $85K, which includes
additional staffing required to support 3 new labs in Kerr Hall plus periodic
equipment replacement in the SMPL.
Matching Opportunities
No matching opportunities are available though it is likely that various
departments will supplement shortfalls in funding. Sites supporting student
access will likely continue to fund computing at some level, despite present
funding levels.
Staff Support Required
See Costs, above.
Existing Resources to Be Used
Replacement costs refer to existing facilities, so space is a significant
resource which will remain available. While new resources are requested
(i.e., staffing), there are various infrastructures in place which can
provide support to new staff, equipment and funding.
Project Timeline
There is no timeline for this. Once funded, these functions would be
ongoing.
Life Cycle of Result
Would continue indefinitely, contingent on continuance of funding.
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