IT Services
A Department of Learner Support Services
A computer username and password should have been sent to you upon appointment with the University. If you do not already have these, please go to J. B. Priestley Library with your staff card number (this will begin with ‘900….’).
There are four types!
More information about usernames and passwords.
The University-supported email software for staff is Outlook. We also have a web-based email service called Webmail, which lets you access your email from any computer, anywhere. User guides are available.
Forward any abusive or harassing emails that you receive to abuse@bradford.ac.uk as we can often trace the sender. All matters are investigated and action taken as appropriate.
Yes. Connect to the network via a cable or wireless connection using RoamNet. Visitors can connect using their own device via the Cloud service.
Remember to protect your computer.
We have specific information to help you to work off site.
Files stored on departmental network drives can also be accessed from remote locations (including General Teaching Areas).
If you wish to set up voice mail, you will need to contact ICT Servicedesk to request the service. Please note that there is a nominal monthly charge to the department for this service.
Limited support is available from the Mobile Technology Advisor.
You are also able to access campus directions, IT Service status, staff contact details and other services on your mobile device via www.braduni.mobi (data charges apply).
Yes! Learner Support Services is an approved assessment centre for Equal Skills, ITQ, European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL), and ECDL Advanced..
Schools and Departments make their own arrangements for local IT support. Your first point of contact is the designated IT support co-ordinator for your area. Your local induction programme should provide relevant details. If you have difficulties determining who provides your IT support, please contact ICT Servicedesk.
The Library and IT Help desk provides general IT help and advice for everyone.
You can also attend IT courses, drop-in sessions etc. See the IT Training web site, or contact our training team on ext. 5356 or 3320.
We also have an extensive range of documentation.
Users must also comply with laws (e.g., copyright) and internal regulations which bind all staff and students.
Some PC rooms can be booked for teaching sessions. Contact Room Bookings on ext. 4848 and state how many PCs you need.
The bookable Learner Support Services PC rooms are:
See a list of all IT Services PC rooms.
All General Teaching Areas (GTA) have access to the campus network. The sockets are connected to RoamNet, our open access Ethernet service that uses wireless and cabled technology.
All stepped lecture rooms are equipped with a fixed PC, data projector, sound system and Video/DVD player. The PCs are fitted with SMART Sympodium tablets, allowing you to ‘write’ notes on the screen and save them for later use. The majority of other teaching rooms also have a fixed projector and AV equipment, but you will need to use a laptop. Projectors, laptops and technical support are available for loan from Audio Visual Services.
Blackboard is the University’s virtual learning environment.
Blackboard can support learning and teaching by:
Blackboard can also be used administratively to:
There is a link to Blackboard from the internal home page. Your department’s SAINT Administrator should have registered you as an instructor on the modules you are teaching. If you cannot see your modules, please contact your SAINT Administrator.
Blackboard and other e-learning development sessions are available.
Please note: The University also supports online assessment software called QuestionMark Perception. This software is designed to deliver online formative and summative assessments. If you want to find out more contact the ICT Service Desk (ext.3333).
All services are running as normal, unless stated here.
| Room | Number of Free PCs |
|---|---|
| J.B.Priestley 01.41 | 10 |
| J.B.Priestley 01.16 | 18 |
| J.B.Priestley 01.53 | 71 |
| J.B.Priestley 01.44 | 18 |
| J.B.Priestley Health Studies Library | 8 |
| J.B.Priestley Floor 0 Foyer | 14 |
| J.B.Priestley Floor 0 Scanners | 8 |
| J.B.Priestley Floor 1 Extension | 12 |
| J.B.Priestley Floor 2 Extension | 11 |
| J.B.Priestley Room 2.7a | 28 |
| Richmond J31 | 20 |
| Richmond L24 | 44 |
| Chesham C0.02 | 24 |
| School of Management Library | 5 |
| Richmond F42 (Sunray Cluster) | 99 |
| Student Central S038 (Sunray Cluster) | 30 |
