LAPTOP CHECK OUT POLICY
Last Updated: 08/01/2008

Sitting Bull College has several laptop computers available for students to check out on a temporary basis. This policy has been created to ensure that this privilege is not abused and college property is sufficiently protected from abuse or theft.

NOTES REGARDING THESE LAPTOPS:
There are various models and configurations of laptops. All laptops will have at least Microsoft Word on them although not necessarily the latest version. For the most part, the version of Office software does not matter unless your class requires a particular version. A software list will be maintained for each laptop.

Most laptops will have modem capabilities. Currently the student will be responsible for providing internet access if it is required. Some laptops will also have wireless capabilities for internet access on campus.

None of these laptops contain games and only contain approved college software. Any student caught attempting to install any other software or use the laptop in any way that violates the acceptable use policy will have their check-out privileges permanently revoked.

PROCEDURES FOR CHECKING OUT LAPTOPS:
Laptops are available on a first come – first served basis. To request a laptop the student will contact the IT Manager via email.

Students will be notified via email when their laptop is available to be picked up. Once the student has been notified they will have until 4 pm of the next day to pick it up.

College laptops can only be checked out for 3 evenings at a time. Laptops checked out on a Friday or before a holiday or other college closing must be returned the first day the college is open. Laptops must be returned before 4pm.

When a student checks out a laptop, they will be required to sign a copy of this policy. The student will be responsible for removing any documents off the laptop before it is returned. The IT Manager or any other college employee is not responsible for any documents created with this laptop while it is in your possession.

If there is not a waiting list for the laptop a particular student has checked out, that student may extend the check out period up to another 3 evenings. The student will be notified of this option when they return the laptop.

Students not returning the laptop when it is due may lose their privileges temporarily. If you cannot return your laptop when it is due you must contact the IT Manager immediately. YOU will be responsible for making sure that the laptop is returned on time. There will be no reminder phone calls or emails. No excuses. By not returning a laptop on time you are inconveniencing other students. Continuing to turn in laptops past the due date will lose this privilege.

Laptops and its accessories must be returned in the same condition they were checked out. Students will be responsible for any damages or replacement of the laptop or accessories. The cost to replace a laptop, accessories and software is approximately $1,400.

Laptops are only to be used by the person signing the check out agreement, NOT other students, family members or other people. The laptop remains college property at all times and it may not be pawned or sold.