And Temple's vast holdings are cataloged on-line, so that you can easily check circulation status. In our libraries and everywhere on our campuses, Temple's computer capabilities are excellent. The University continues to invest in new technology so that faculty and students have access to the latest equipment and software. There are 20 computer labora tories and hundreds of personal computers with Internet access on our Philadelphia area campuses, and more are coming. The University mainframe, which supports a number of statistical software packages, is accessible by terminal on-campus or through modem from remote locations.
Many departments use minicomputers for specialized applications and classroom work.
You don't have to have your own computer at Temple, but if you want one, the University can arrange for you to lease or purchase your own. And if you are new to computers, the Temple Help Desk provides technical support and advice. A credit hour represents one hour of lecture or recitation each week, or two hours of laboratory or studio work. Courses may be valued at one to four credit hours. Back to Top Residence Hall Living on Campus About 4,000 students live in Temple residence halls, most of them in several residence halls on the Main Campus.