To fully participate in any course, Al Asr Computer Institute students must be familiar with and use information technology resources including but not limited to the MB Technology and Al Asr Computer institute email. While Al Asr Computer Institute does not currently require students to own personal computers, tablet devices or smartphones, it is strongly encouraged that students have sufficient access to a web-enabled device that allows for the viewing, creation and editing of course content for the duration of the course semester. In addition, many programs/courses may require additional peripherals such as a webcam/microphone.Al Asr Computer Institute provides its students with Computer Resource Centers (CRCs)—available on a first-come, first-served basis—equipped with the necessary hardware for online or PC-required course assignments. In addition, the Institute provides network connectivity in public areas, classrooms and Libraries as well as in Institute-owned residence halls. Leased residence halls have slightly different network services. Classes are occasionally conducted in videoconferencing facilities.Al Asr Computer Institute, through its internal Information Technology Services (ITS) and relationships with hardware, software, and communications service providers, makes every effort to maintain uninterrupted availability of information technology resources, including a secure and stable environment on the World Wide Web for. distance learning courses, communications with Teacher, and access to Institute departments. However, information technology resources, communications (including email), intranet, and the Internet may occasionally be interrupted or made unavailable by causes beyond the Institute's reasonable control. The Institute is not responsible for refund of any tuition or fees in the event of any such occurrence; neither shall the Institute be liable for any consequential damages as a result thereof. Instruction and/or coursework that are interrupted, delayed, or lost as a result of such occurrences shall be completed by arrangement acceptable to the professor and/or chair of an affected course.All Pace students are issued electronic mail accounts (email), which will be used from time to time by the University administration and faculty as a means of communication. Students are expected to familiarize themselves with this account as soon as possible after registration and are required to check this email account regularly. Students may forward messages from their Institute-provided email account to any non-Pace personal account, and the University provides assistance in establishing this mail forwarding. However, the Institute cannot assume any liability for mail delivery outside of its network or for third-party systems. Student email accounts can be found at.
New Student IT Resources (one-stop student information site for email, Classes (Brightspace) and more)
The Institute is not responsible for any personal electronic equipment, including computers, brought onto the University premises. All students should connect their electrical/electronic equipment, including computers, to power surge protective devices to minimize potential damage to their personal property.
All users of Al Asr Computer Institute and MB Technology are required to abide by IT Appropriate Use Policy for Information Technology.
