Computer Science Learning Centre

• Location
• Opening Hours
• Free Tutoring
• Swotvac Schedule
• Library
• Other Facilities
• Want to work in the centre?
• Contact

The Computer Science Learning Centre, CSLC, provides help to any student studying first year computer science subjects. The learning centre is designed to assist first year students who need help in learning principles of computer science, have specific programming problems or who need advice on studying at University.

The CSLC provides a range of facilities, including a library of Java and general computer science textbooks, free tutoring by experienced third-year and postgraduate students and seminars by staff and students on advanced computer science topics. The CSLC also provides an alternative workspace with laptops, comfortable group work areas and desks for studying. Students can come in at any time during our opening hours to use these facilities - no appointment is necessary

Students studying second-year courses are also welcome to drop into our consulting sessions

Third and Fourth year students should use Computer Science Consulting Centre.

Location

The CSLC is located in room 1064 of the Plaza building - opposite the first year programming labs.

Opening Hours

The CSLC is open from 9am until 5pm weekdays during semester and during swotvac.

Free Tutoring

A free tutoring service is provided during selected hours.

Third-year and postgraduate students will be available during tutoring hours to answer any questions you might have regarding Java programming, course material, help with pracs/tutes/exam revision and using the first year labs. No appointment is necessary.

Swotvac Schedule

The CSLC may operate on reduced hours during swotvac.

Library

You are welcome to borrow from the CSLC's library of first year programming and computer science textbooks. You can borrow from the centre during tutoring hours - just leave your student number with the tutor and you can borrow a textbook for up to a week.

Other Facilities

The CSLC has desks available for quiet study, group work areas with access to whiteboards, and laptops providing access to the web, student servers and course materials.

Want to work in the centre?

If you are interested in working in the CSLC as a tutor, you should send email to cslc@cs.adelaide.edu.au. We are looking for students who are in third-year or above and have experience in Java programming.

Working in the CSLC is a great way to test your knowledge, gain experience in working with other students and share the benefit of your years at university with students who are just starting out.

Contact

If you have any questions about the CSLC, send email to cslc@cs.adelaide.edu.au