Computer Based Instruction Lab
The Computer Based Instruction Laboratory (CBIL) supports the computer and curriculum needs of VCU students and faculty. Course-relevant resources available at CBIL are integral parts of the instructional program for medical school students. In addition, the learning laboratory serves as a center for computer based instructional development, educational research, and advanced learning technology implementation.
CBIL is located on the mezzanine of the Medical Sciences Building. CBIL consists of 45 stations, a computer classroom and 9 Student Educational Workstations located throughout MCV Hospitals. In addition, CBIL manages 22 computer workstations in the FCM small group teaching rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the Egyptian Building.
CBIL was established in 1989 with funds for computers and networking received from the Higher Education Trust Fund (HEETF). Audiovisual equipment and software were obtained by merging the twenty-five year old Learning Resource Center (LCR) and CBIL to create one organizational and physical entity. Over the years, HEETF and E&G funding have been sources of funding for equipment. Funds for staff, software, services, and additional equipment are provided by the School of Medicine.
CBIL is currently open more than 104 hours per week. Usage of CBIL by students, faculty, and staff reached 167,303 in 2006-07.
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