DIRECTORY - Southwest Virginia Community College

video classes allow for two-way video and two-way audio from a local site and one or more
remote sites.
Video production of telecourses or other educational or training can be met with the
department’s highly trained staff and fully equipped production facility.
The equipment loan and maintenance service includes both electronic delivery of
classroom support materials and the delivery of equipment to the classroom. Maintenance
includes cleaning and repair of the College’s media equipment.
The planning and consulting services are designed to help any faculty member or
student with classroom presentations. These may include advice on technical matters
concerning equipment and production, and on techniques and the effectiveness of various
procedures in instruction.
In addition to these services, the Audio-Visual staff also helps the faculty and
administration to plan, develop, and produce audio-visual materials for college public relation
exhibits and publications.
Reading and Writing Laboratory
The reading and writing laboratory, equipped with state-of-the-art computers and
software, provides instruction to prepare students for college-level reading and writing.
Humanities Computer Writing Center
The focus of the humanities computer writing center (HCWC) is on the enhancement
of teaching and learning through the use of computer technology. The HCWC functions as
a comprehensive computer writing center for students, faculty, and staff. Students may
meet classes in the lab or use the facility for word-processing, interactive learning, or a
variety of other activities. Faculty and staff use the lab for enhancement of skills as well as
preparation of class materials, publications, and other academic work. Activities may be
scheduled by calling extension 722 or 522.
Laboratory hours vary and are posted on the door weekly; however, HCWC is open
during instructional hours Monday through Thursday. Evening hours are available by
appointment. Lab personnel are available to assist users any time the lab is open.
NEW INDUSTRY PROGRAMS
Southwest Virginia Community College, in cooperation with the Virginia Economic
Development Partnership, provides instruction for new and expanding industries.
The program incorporates job analysis, instructor recruiting and/or training, possible
financial support for job instruction, and adaptation for continuous training. Such training
aids in more efficient plant production for industry and greater opportunity for advancement
of employees. New industries considering locating in the area, or existing industries
considering expansion are invited to contact the College's Division of Continuing Education
for more information. Additional services include trained instructors and job providers for
the Work Keys assessment program and Total Quality Management.