Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County
Computer Acceptable Use Policy
The Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County (CTC) strives to afford every student the ability to enhance his or her education through the use of computer technology. The ability to share resources and receive training via the local area network is only exceeded by the huge resource available on the Internet.
Access to this computer resource permits the availability of material that may not be considered to be of educational value in the context of the secondary school setting. On a global network it is impossible to totally control access to offensive materials and a user may therefore discover controversial information. The CTC firmly believes that the valuable information and interaction available on the Internet far outweighs the possibility that some users may procure inappropriate material that is not consistent with the education goals of the school.
The smooth operation of the Internet relies upon the proper conduct of the end users and their total adherence to strict guidelines. These guidelines are provided here so that all users are aware of their responsibilities. If a user violates any of these provisions, disciplinary action as well as CTC computer internet connection will be terminated immediately. Signing this document indicates that the end user has received a copy of the CTC Computer Acceptable Use Policy and acknowledges that all users are required to abide by its contents.
Computer Usage Terms and Conditions
1) Acceptable Use - The purpose of the CTC network system is to support research and education in and among academic institutions worldwide by providing access to extraordinary resources. The use of an account at the CTC must be in support of education and research, and consistent with the objectives of the school. Transmission of any material in violation of any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: unauthorized copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or material protected by trade secret. Use of the CTC network for commercial or for profit material is not acceptable. Usage for product advertisement or political lobbying is also prohibited. Use of the Internet, in the CTC, shall be limited to instructional purposes related to the class curriculum. Student use shall be directed and monitored by an instructor.
2) Privileges - The use of the CTC network, as well as the Internet, is a privilege. Non-compliance in part or in total of the AUP is subject to disciplinary action, including dismissal or expulsion and/or appropriate legal action.
3) Security – Each user will be given a unique logon name for the network. Any misrepresentation of user name, unauthorized copy or modification of files, unauthorized downloading or copying of files from the internet will result in cancellation of privileges and initiation of appropriate disciplinary action. Violation of any security policy will not be tolerated. Computer access rights are assigned as needed and will be changed only by the Technology Coordinator or his appointed representative.
4) Vandalism – Vandalism will result in immediate cancellation of privileges. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user, or hardware or software associated with the computer system. This also includes the creation or transmission of computer viruses or any activity deemed menacing by the Administration of CTC. The CTC reserves the right to expect monetary reimbursement for any and all damages incurred to the system. Any act of vandalism or attempted act of vandalism is subject to disciplinary action, including dismissal or expulsion and/or appropriate legal action.
5. Copyright – The illegal use of copyrighted software, including copying, uploading, and downloading, is prohibited.
The computer network at the CTC provides a wealth of opportunities to students and staff to enhance the learning process. To promote serious usage of the network, the CTC stipulates the following rules of conduct for network usage:
· The network will not be used for :
o Non-school related activities.
o Facilitation of illegal activities.
o Commercial or for-profit purposes.
o Access to obscene, immoral, or pornographic material.
o Communication using inappropriate language or profanity.
o Transmission of material likely to be offensive or objectionable to recipients.
o Impersonation of another user, anonymity, or with an unassigned username.
o Intentionally obtaining or modifying files, passwords and data belonging to others.
o Loading or use of games, programs, files or other media outside the realm of classroom focus.
o Disrupting the work of others.
o Downloading or accessing text or images not related to assigned school work.
· No computer will be relocated, re-configured, or modified without the approval of the Technology Coordinator. The Technology Coordinator may, after discussion with the instructors, provide flexibility to the Computer Maintenance Technology and Computer Information Technology instructional areas.
· Students are not allowed on an Instructor’s computer without approval from the Technology Coordinator.
· Students are not allowed to delete or modify Internet History or Cookie files without prior approval of the Technology Coordinator.
· No software will be installed without explicit permission of the Technology Coordinator.
· No files will be downloaded or uploaded to or from the internet without permission from the Technology Coordinator.
· An individual serving of water is the only food or drink item allowed in the computer area.
· Computers will not be used for game playing or music CD or MP3 playing.
· Any attempt to access unauthorized files, student email, or programs is prohibited.
· Downloading of any file from the CTC server is prohibited without written permission from the Technology Coordinator or CTC administrator.
· Any and all computer traffic at the CTC (including e-mail) can, and will
be electronically monitored by CTC Administration at its discretion.
· Access to the CTC Wired or Wireless network using a non-CTC computer or device is only permitted with the explicit permission of the Technology Coordinator.
Conclusion : The CTC recognizes that its students and staff have a wide range of needs and requirements. Network access, leading to Internet access, provides a relatively unrestricted and flexible means to meet those needs and requirements. To this end, the CTC anticipates and expects user integrity and compliance with all provisions of this Acceptable Use Policy. Comments pertaining to this AUP may be directed to the Administrative Director of the CTC of Lackawanna County.
Printed Instructor Name _______________________________________
Instructional Area ____________________
I have read the Computer Acceptable Use Policy for the CTC network usage and understand its contents. Any questions I have concerning this policy have been answered by the Technology Coordinator and/or CTC Administrator.
My signature below indicates that I have received a copy of the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County’s Computer Acceptable Use Policy and acknowledge that I am required to abide by its contents.
Instructor/Staff Signature ______________________________________________
Date ___________
Printed Student Name _______________________________________
Career Area ____________________
Home School _____________________________ Grade _____
I have read the Computer Acceptable Use Policy for the CTC network usage and understand its contents. My questions concerning this policy have been answered by my instructor or other school official. My signature below, and that of my parents, indicates that I have received a copy of the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County’s Computer Acceptable Use Policy and acknowledge that I am required to abide by its contents.
Student Signature ________________________________________________
Date ___________
I have read the Acceptable Use Policy for the CTC and understand its contents. My questions, and those of my child, pertaining to this AUP have been answered by a CTC Administrator.
Parent Signature ____________________________________________________
Printed Parent Name _________________________________________________
Date ____________
