More discussion is necessary to establish a consensus agreement with respect to levels of technology in teaching spaces. Also, any agreed upon levels will need to be revised on a regular basis to reflect changes in technology. At the moment, the following might be taken as standards for the next five-year period. Network ports should be available at the front of the room near a teaching station and additional ports for student computers are desirable. An audio amplification system may be necessary depending on room size.
Equipment can also be on mobile carts for availability as needed.
Interactive conferencing equipment may be desktop, mobile standalone, or fixed high end systems that can be connected to a campus video distribution system as it develops. It should include a standard telephone for contacting technical support services. This room may include specialized equipment to support specific courses. The facility would serve both as a classroom, and for special one time presentations. There may only be a few such spaces on the campus.