General Center Questions

What can I do in the ASC?  You may sign up for tutors in almost any subject, work on the computer to complete class papers and projects, do library research, study alone, or study with a group in a study room.

When are tutors available?  Tutors are scheduled every day for various courses and are available on a walk-in basis.  You can check the schedule online or in the center to see when a tutor will be available for your subject area. 

How do I know when faculty members are available?  Faculty members assist in the center on a daily basis in different subject areas.  The schedule is available in the ASC and our website. 

Can I print in the ASC?  Yes, but you will need to purchase a print card.  Print cards are for sale in the ASC for $1.00.  The card can then be loaded with whatever amount you will need to pay for your printing.  The cost of printing is ten cents a page.

Can I save my work on the ASC computers?  The ASC computers may not be used save student work.  We highly recommend that you purchase a saving device such as a USB flash drive, to save all of the work you complete in the ASC.

If I am not enrolled in classes, may I still use the ASC?  If you are currently registered with the College, or enrolled in the VPI or ACCESS programs, you may use the ASC.

I want to hold a study session. May I work with a group in the ASC?  When space is available, we encourage group work and group study in the ASC, and have rooms you may use for group study.

Are children allowed in the ASC?  Children present potential safety risks and may disturb those who are studying or working; therefore, children are not allowed in the ASC. 

Subject Area Questions--Math

Why is math tutoring limited?  Due to the high volume of requests for math assistance, math tutoring time is limited. However, the faculty, learning specialists and tutors are available on a daily basis during center hours to assist. Daily math learning sessions are available at the Daytona campus.  Check with the ASC or the website for a schedule. 

When and where are math sample final reviews available in the ASC?  Sample reviews are available approximately two weeks before the end of a semester.  They are located in the ASC. 

What courses require a math lab?  MAT 0002, MAT 0024 and MAT 1033.

Where is my math lab?  The MAT 0002 lab is called Numerics, and is available on the ASC computers. MAT 0024 and MAT 1033 labs are paper packets located at the math desk in the ASC.  All labs must be completed in the ASC.

 Is there specific help available in the ASC for any of the math courses?  The Daytona campus holds daily math sessions hosted by the faculty for many of the math courses.  Check with the ASC or the website for a schedule. 

Subject Area Questions--English

What kind of help can I get with writing?  English learning specialists and tutors are available to help students with the general expectation of college writing.  This is not limited to composition courses, but may include assignments for literature, history, nursing or any other course that requires a written project.  While ASC staff cannot proofread written assignments, they can help identify problem areas and offer assistance with those skills. 

What if I have questions about how to do the MLA or APA format?  Handouts and links are available in the ASC to assist you with MLA and APA formats.  English learning specialists and tutors are also available to help with any questions you may have about the formats.

Can I do library research in the ASC?  Yes, there is a link to the library on the ASC desktop. You can research databases and find books and articles you may need to complete your research.