Note: These restrictions are no longer in place.
Please view the table below to see what student computing labs are available and what restrictions are currently in place. It is important to note that this information can change at any time, so please check this page regularly for the latest updates.
Restrictions for physical access to labs
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You must wear a mask at all times.
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Please adhere to social distancing protocols.
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Sanitise your hands when entering the lab.
Lab availability for ICTS-managed labs
Engineering and the Built Environment
Student computing lab |
Face-to-face teaching |
Discretionary physical use |
Remotely accessible |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
Y |
N |
Y |
|
Y |
N |
Y |
|
N |
Y |
Y |
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Architecture Labs |
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Undergrad CAD Lab |
N |
N |
Y |
Planning Lab |
N |
N |
Y |
Studio Lab 3 |
N |
N |
Y |
Studio Lab 4 |
N |
N |
Y |
Construction Economic Management Lab |
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CEM Lab |
N |
CEM postgrads are allowed to use this lab in some instances |
Y |
Science
Student computing lab |
Maximum capacity
|
Operating hours: Monday to Thursday (closed Sundays) |
Operating hours: Friday (closed Sundays) |
Operating hours: Saturday (closed Sundays) |
Face-to-face teaching |
Discretionary physical use |
Remotely accessible |
85 |
08:30 - 22:00 |
08:30 - 21:00 |
10:00 - 15:00 |
Y |
Y |
N |
|
29 |
08:30 - 22:00 |
08:30 - 21:00 |
10:00 - 15:00 |
Y |
Y |
N |
|
64 |
08:00 - 17:00 |
08:00 - 17:00 |
CLOSED |
Y |
Y |
N |
|
84 |
08:00 - 17:00 |
08:00 - 17:00 |
CLOSED |
Y |
Y |
N |
|
29 |
08:00 - 17:00 |
08:00 - 17:00 |
CLOSED |
Y |
Y |
N |
Note: Scilab B may only be used for discretionary use if there are no scheduled exams or courses taking place.
Health Sciences
Please adhere to these restrictions when using one of these labs:
- You must wear a KN95 mask at all times.
- You are required to wipe the keyboard and surrounding area with provided wipes before using the computer.
- Santise your hands your hands when entering the lab as well as frequently during your time there.
- Partitions are in place between all PCs for your protection.
- Sit in designated seats.
- When queueing, please practice social distancin by standing behind the red tape.
There is limited discretionary use between and after classes or assessments.
Student computing lab |
Maximum capacity |
Operating hours |
Face-to-face teaching |
Discretionary physical use |
Remotely accessible |
Open Area |
53 |
Monday – Friday: 07h00-18h00 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
Teaching Lab 1
|
11 |
Monday – Friday: 07h00-18h00 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
Teaching Lab 2 |
14 |
Monday – Friday: 07h00-18h00 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
Teaching Lab 3
|
16 |
Monday – Friday: 07h00-18h00 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
Teaching Lab 4 |
12 |
Monday – Friday: 07h00-18h00 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
Teaching Lab 5 |
12 |
Monday – Friday: 07h00-19h00 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
30 |
Monday – Friday: 08h30-21h30 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
|
30 |
Monday – Friday:08h30-21h30 Saturday – Sunday: |
Y |
Y |
N |
Residence computing labs
During this time, only 50% or less of the listed number can be accommodated for physical access.
Student computing lab |
Opening hours |
Face-to-face teaching only |
Discretionary physical use |
Remotely accessible |
Monday to Thursday: 13:00 - 00:00 Friday Saturday and Sunday |
N |
Y |
N |
|
Monday to Thursday: Friday Saturday and Sunday: |
N |
Y |
N |
|
Monday to Sunday: Saturday and Sunday: |
N |
Y |
N |
|
Monday to Thursday Friday Saturday and Sunday: |
N |
Y |
N |
|
Monday to Thursday Friday Saturday and Sunday: |
N |
Y |
N |
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Monday to Thursday Friday Saturday and Sunday: |
N |
Y |
N |
Lab availability in faculty labs
Commerce
Student computing lab |
Accessible to |
Operating hours |
Used for exams |
Discretionary physical use |
Remotely accessible |
COM_COMLAB |
Commerce students when there are no tests or exams underway |
Monday to Friday Saturday, Sunday and public holidays |
Y |
Y |
Y |
The Alumni Lab Complex and all other Commerce labs are open for bookings only weekdays from 08:00 to 16:00.
Humanities labs available
Student computing lab |
Maximum Capacity |
Operating hours |
Face-to-face teaching |
Discretionary physical use |
Remotely accessible |
Upper Campus |
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Beattie (Discretionary) |
30 |
08h00-18h00 |
N |
Y |
Y |
Beattie (Teaching) |
15 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Southside 1 |
20 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Southside 2 |
7 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Postgraduate Lab |
27 |
08h00-18h00 |
N |
Y |
N |
Language Lab 24 |
7 |
08h00-18h00 |
N |
N |
N |
Language Lab 25 |
7 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
N |
N |
College of Music |
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SACM C09 |
5 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
N |
N |
SACM C10 |
8 |
08h00-18h00 |
N |
Y |
N |
Hiddingh Campus |
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Bertram PC Lab 1.01 |
9 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
Y |
N |
Bertram PC Lab 1.02 |
6 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
Y |
N |
Bertram PC Lab 1.07 |
4 |
08h00-18h00 |
N |
Y |
N |
UG Video Lab 2.07 |
5 |
08h00-18h00 |
Y |
Y |
N |
Hiddingh Hall PC Lab |
5 |
08h00-18h00 |
N |
Y |
N |