Learning Commons HKUST Library

HKUST Learning Commons To be created on LG1 of the Library, the Learning Commons (LC) is the new learning facility where you can find services of: Center for Enhanced Learning and Teaching (CELT) Information Technology Services Center (ITSC) Language Centre (LANG) Library (LIB) Publishing Technology Center (PTC) Student Affairs Office (SAO)

Project Timeline 2010 September Consult users on design 2011 March-April Vacate LG1; Finalize LC floor plans 2011 April-August Renovation for the LC 2011 August-September Finalize LC operating plan 2011 September Open to students

Zoning Refreshment Zone Group Study Rooms E-Learning and Tutorial Spaces Media Production and Printing Open Study Area

LG1 Entrance

Entrance and Service Point

Media Production Multimedia Production Studio Computers for post-production editing

Printing Copier, poster plotter and other accessories

E-Learning Classrooms Classrooms for interactive learning

E-Learning Classrooms As two rooms, or join into one bigger venue Capacity: 42 and 32 computers

Consultation and Tutorial Spaces Space for consultation, presentation, and tutorials Modular furniture and movable partitions for flexible setup

Group Study Rooms Group study rooms in different sizes Interactive whiteboards or LCD monitors

Open Study Area Near the Refreshment Zone

Open Study Area Near Group Study Rooms

Open Study Area By the Library Atrium

Refreshment Zone Space for relaxing and socializing LCDs for TV broadcasts and electronic notice

Refreshment Zone Vending machines for drinks and snacks Recycling station

HKUST Learning Commons Opening Fall 2011 HKUST Library