Learning Center
The Learning Center computer lab, called the "BEACH," is located on the first floor of the Library & Learning Resource Center. The "BEACH" is an acronym for "Best Educational Access to Computers and Help." The 369 station computer lab serves as a lab for classroom instruction and as an open-access drop-in lab for students. The lab provides instructional support through technology several academic and vocational disciplines including but not limited to English, Foreign Language, ESL, Geography, Learning Skills, Math, Nursing, Emergency Medicine, Reading and Study Skills. The Learning Center also supports Ventura College distance learning by hosting many of the orientations and exams.
The Learning Center is open to all students of Ventura College for academic and recreational use. Special populations are also served through technology in the center. While the Learning Center acts as a drop-in lab that support student retention and personal growth, the Center also offers students the opportunity to enroll in IDS100 in order to take advantage of instructors available throughout the day to assist with academic needs. The instructors also provide free workshops to provide students with skills in note-taking, test taking, textbook reading, and other helpful hints for succeeding in college.
Contact Information: (805) 654-6320
Spring 2013 Term (January 14-May 21, 2013):
| HOURS OF OPERATION | |
| Monday | 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
Holidays and Closures: January 19 & 21; February 12, 16 & 18; and Spring Break-March 11-16. The Learning Center will also be closed May 22-June 16. Summer hours will begin June 17, 2013.
Summer 2013 Term (June 17-August 1, 2013):
| HOURS OF OPERATION | |
| Monday | 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |
| Friday | CLOSED |
| Saturday | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
Holidays and Closures: July 4. The Learning Center will also be closed during the break between terms, August 3-August 18. Regular hours for the new term will begin August 19, 2013.
