Campus Computer Labs

NOVA’s computer labs have the latest technology tools and resources available for students, faculty and staff. The staff are committed to providing technical assistance and help with computer applications to all current students and faculty and staff. Staff will also help with wired and wireless devices, tablets and handheld devices.

• Alexandria

The Alexandria Computer Lab is located in the Bisdorf Building Room AA332.  The Open Computer Center (OCL) is pleased to announce that the onsite services are available during the Fall 2021 Semesters.  Assistance is available with course related materials and projects, usernames and password, and portable wired and wireless devices.

Computer Lab Spaces

All the Computer Lab spaces are open to use on a first-come-first-served basis. A limited number of computers are available. Computer desks and furniture have been moved to help everyone maintain the appropriate social distance according to the CDC guidelines.

Please be aware that computer services are available only to NOVA students who are currently registered for classes and to faculty/staff. Students must wear face masks. Non students may be accommodated at the discretion of the Open Computer Lab coordinator.

Campus Safety 

Face masks are required. If you don’t have a face mask, you may get one from Parking/NOVACard Offices or you may request one from the Computer Lab staff. We care about you and your family’s safety and well-being. During this period of remote and some in-person learning and support, NOVA is committed to ensuring that you receive the highest level of support needed.

Policies

Please review the COVID-19 Face Covering Policies for details. 

The OCL team is committed to providing excellent service to students. However, the staff will strictly abide by the policies set by the College.

Hours of Operation

Fall 2021

• • Monday – Thursday:            9:00 a.m – 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday:                                        9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • Saturday:                                 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Sunday:                                    Closed

Please contact Abid Mahmood at 703.845.6041 or email at amahmood@nvcc.edu if you have any questions.  

OCL Summer 2021

OPEN COMPTUER CENTER – ROOM 332

SUMMER BREAK: The Computer Lab Will be

CLOSED

MAY 3^RD  – MAY 16^TH

During the break, The Computer Lab will be available virtually:
MONDAY – THRUSDAY :    9:00am – 6:00pm
FRIDAY :                                     9:00am – 3:00pm
*Summer class will resume on MAY 17^TH

For further support, Virtual Lab can be accessed at: https://www.nvcc.edu/computer-labs/index.html#panel7

Via Zoom at: Join Zoom Meeting
https://vccs.zoom.us/j/81338709171

 You may contact us via email at amahmood@nvcc.edu or by phone at (703) 845-6041 and leave a message. An OCL staff will call you back promptly.

Spring Break:  March 8^th, – March 14^th, 2021
OCL is providing Virtual Assistance during the Spring Break.
Click on the Link:   https://vccs.zoom.us/j/89367786828 to join

Open Computer Center (OCL) Spring 2021

ALEXANDRIA Campus

The Alexandria Campus Computer lab (OCL) is located in room AA332 of the Bisdorf Building.  We are pleased to inform you that the OCL is reopening it’s doors to students for the remainder of the Spring 2021 Semester.  The OCL is Open to currently enrolled Students (primary). Faculty and Staff, for limited time and space available use.

The OCL team is committed to provide excellent service to students, however, the staff will strictly abide by the policies set by the College.  Please click on COVID-19 Face Covering Policies for details.

Hours for the Spring 2021 (Feb 8^th – May 3^rd, 2021) are following:
Monday – Thursday       9:00am – 6:00pm
Friday                                    9:00am – 3:00pm
Saturday                              9:00am – 1:00pm

Spring Break:  March 8^th, – March 14^th, 2021
OCL is providing Virtual Assistance during the Spring Break.
Click on the Link:   https://vccs.zoom.us/j/89367786828 to join

Please call Abid Mahmood at 703-845-6041 or email at amahmood@nvcc.edu if you have any questions.