2000-2001 Academic Catalog

10 Computer Network Computer Network Cedarville University recognizes that students must live and work in a society where computers and computer networks are an essential part of eve1yday life. The University is committed to making information available to people who need it, when they need it, and where they need it. As a result, Cedarville University provides networked computers in residence hall rooms and offices. The underlying network, called CedarNet, serves as a vehicle for revolutionizing education at the University. CedarNet phase I was completed during the summer of 1992 through a business partnership with IBM and included all twelve academic buildings and two residence halls. Subsequent phases have resulted in placing computers in each ofthe 1,100 residence hall rooms and over 300 offices. Each residence hall room includes a university-owned computer and printer. Residence hall computers are replaced on a three-year cycle so that students always have current technology available. Benefits Stµdents using the network can: • create their own home page • take notes and write papers more efficiently • make written assignments look better and communicate more effectively • communicate electronically on campus with pro– fessors, friends, and classmates, or with friends and family around the world • manage, display, and analyze data using spreadsheet, statistical, and database software • complete special assignments using specific network features • search libra1y holdings for personal and class research projects, papers, or presentations, even when the library is closed • enhance personal Bible study • access their course schedule, college transcript, or business office account • create illustrations for class, personal, or ministry presentations • master course content or skills through individual, self-paced study • learn skills that will help them be successful as a student and obtain a better job upon graduation Equipment The network features Pentium or AMD computers with 64MB-128MB RAM, hard disk drive, floppy disk drive, CD– ROM, sound card, and monitor. In addition, each networked residence hall room contains an inkjet printer. All laboratories offer laser printers for high quality, final drafts. Flatbed scanners are available in each laborat01y. The library computer laboratory also features color printers, digital cameras, and other specialized equipment. Internet access is supp01ied through the use of three T-1 lines (each line being several times faster than a modem.) With nearly 200 CedarNet sofhl'are packages available to them, students use the computers in their dor111it01y rooms to complete course assignments. TechnologyAdvisoryBoard The Technology Advismy Board consists of corporate leaders and professionals representing a variety of technology oriented businesses. Annually, these experts advise the University and evaluate its plans for further strengthening Cedarville's position as a leader in instructional technology. Dr. Eugene Apple, General Electric Corporation, retired Afr. George Chessum, Resurrection Health Care Mr. William Dyer, National City Mr. Aaron Fessler, Allegro Mrs. Marivi Garrison, Dulles Group Mr. GmJ' Habegger, The BFGoodrich Company Dr. Shawana Johnson, Global Marketing Insights Afr. Michael Kennelly, Senior Software Engineer Mr. Mike Knelliner, The Standard Register Company Mr. James Kregel, Kregel Publications Mr. Fred Laxton, Executive Consultants Mr. Douglas Macrae, Video Guide Mr. AndrewMininger, Videographic Ente1prises, Inc. Mr. Greg Aforan, Bank One Mr. Robert Murphy, J. W. Pepper and Son, Inc. Mr. Richard Newbel'IJ', Crown Intemational Mr. William Pardi, Microsoft C01poration Mr. Jonathan Price, CBC Companies Mr. Robby Richardson, Gospel Communications Network Mr. Gary Rutledge, FANUCRobotics Mr. Afichael Seashols, Evolve Software Dr. Gene T. Sherron, Florida State University Mr. William Steckiel, Lyondell Co1poration Mr. Al Stevens, OPEXC01poration Mr. Larry Thacker, Tominy Mr. David Whitten, General Motors Dr. Michael Zastrocky, Gartner Group