The Digital Commons

Students utilize the computers at the Digital Commons at »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ.

Welcome!

Digital Commons

The Digital Commons is the primary computer lab and is located in the »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ Library. The lab features Windows and Macintosh workstations, group workstations, free black and white printing for students, scanning and digital document assistance, and in-person user support.

Need help right now?

Check out the Knowledge Base for how-to's and articles answering many common questions.

Knowledge Base: Self-service Tech Help

Schedule a Help Session (remote or in-person)

Need a hand with Moodle, Word, or some other technology that's annoying you? All it takes is 15 minutes to get most problems solved!

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Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Check for virtual appointment availability on Sundays

Need Wi-Fi Internet Access?

»Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ has you covered. Check out our campus map which shows the best places to park to pickup free Wi-Fi from your car. All buildings on campus are equipped with Wi-Fi.

Map: Wi-Fi Access Areas on Campus (PDF)

Computers for Students

Technology requirements and laptop purchasing information for students taking online/remote/hybrid classes.

Learn about computers for students and laptop purchasing

Weekly Digital Commons Hours*

Hours
Day Time
Monday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.*
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.*
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.*
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.*
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.*
Saturday: CLOSED 
Sunday:

Closed:
Indigenous People's Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Recess

*It is highly recommended that you reach out and before coming to campus for technical help to make sure there is someone available to assist you in the summer.

 

Students take a course in the Mac Lab in the Koussevitzky building at »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ.

»Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ Computer Labs

»Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ has a variety of computer labs on the Pittsfield campus. Wireless access is broadly available in all buildings.

Computer Lab Use

Computer usage is on a first-come first-serve basis. Non-academic use is permissible, merely as a courtesy, provided it does not disturb the learning environment.

Knowledge Base

Get help any time of day with our self-service Knowledge Base!

How-to's, tips and step-by-step instructions on all the common technology questions we see in the Digital Commons at »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ.

Technology Support Services

An assistant is almost always available to aid lab users with general questions and provide guidance with the following:

  • Moodle navigation and use
  • My»Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ
  • Student email accounts
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Internet access
  • Standard document presentation/basic grammar
  • Printing
  • Scanning
  • Campus wireless access information

Students work together on a project at one of the computer stations at the Digital Commons at »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ.

Contact Information and Help

Online Learning Help | Request Help Online
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
413-236-2165

Monday – Thursday: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. (when evening classes are in session)
413-499-4660, ext. 6501

Contact Us

Digital Commons
onlinehelp@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-2165

Cody Johnson
cjohnson@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-2166

IT Help Desk
helpdesk@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-3004